4 best campsites in the Šibenik region

Camping region Šibenik is located in the central part of the Croatian Adriatic coast. The Šibenik region has three different faces - mountainous, coastal and island. The islands belonging to this region are Murter, Kornati and Zlarin. Popular tourist destinations are the city of Šibenik, Vodice, Primošten...

You can reach the Šibenik camping region by car from European countries through border crossings, through Slovenia or Hungary or Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is important to note that from January 1, 2023. there are no border controls with Slovenia and Hungary (Schengen), while the border crossing with Bosnia and Herzegovina continues to be controlled. In the summer months, expect traffic jams on Croatian highways, especially on weekends due to increased arrivals/departures. Payment for the highway is made at toll stations, and you can pay by credit card or cash. If you book your accommodation through our website, you will receive detailed information about the best routes, weather forecast in our pre-stay mail. You can reach the islands by ferry. Piers, departures/departures and price lists can be found on the official website of Jadrolinija https://www.jadrolinija.hr/en/home . Distance from the Šibenik camping region to European metropolises: Munich - 804km. approx. 8.30 hours Düsseldorf - 1,435 km. approx. 2:30 hours Frankfurt - 1,216 km. approx. 12 hours Berlin - 1,366 km. approx. 1:30 hours Amsterdam - 1,645 km. approx. 4:30 hours Zurich - 1,099 km. approx. 11:30 hours Vienna - 665 km. approx. 6:30 hours Warszawa -1,356 km. approx. 13 hours Prague - 1,018 km. approx. 10 hours Budapest - 681 km. approx. 6:30 hours Ljubljana - 399 km. approx. 4.30 hours

The easiest way to get around is definitely by car. If you have a large camper, it is possible to rent a car or scooter in all major cities. Some of the larger cities are connected by bus lines that operate more frequently in the summer months, the same applies to the cities on the islands. Transfers to the cities are charged additionally and can be booked on the spot, without prepayment. Campsites located near cities are most often connected by a promenade along the sea or by bicycle paths - most campsites offer the possibility of renting bicycles. In some campsites it is possible to rent a boat, this is the best way to explore the island and hidden coves and beaches.

The climate in the Šibenik region is Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and mild, rainy winters. The warmest months are June, July and August, and the coldest are December, January and February. The swimming season lasts from May to October, and the sea is warmest in July and August. If you decide to travel in those months, prepare for extreme heat and crowds. We recommend staying in the pre- and post-season, when the air and sea temperatures are very pleasant for swimming, and the crowds are significantly reduced.

The beaches in the campsites in the Šibenik region are mostly pebbly and rocky. It is rarer to find sandy and naturist beaches that are not directly in the campsites. There are designated dog beaches in most campsites or nearby, and exact information can be found on separate campsite pages. On many beaches, it is possible to enjoy various water sports for an additional fee. Many beaches in Kvarner have the Blue Flag, which indicates a particularly high quality and cleanliness of the sea. Sunbeds and umbrellas on the beaches in the campsites are charged separately according to the valid price list for the current year.

In addition to the beaches, guests can visit the city of Šibenik. Šibenik is best known for the cathedral of St. Jakov, which is included in the world heritage under the protection of UNESCO, as well as for the four fortresses that surround the city itself. We also recommend visiting the towns of Primošten and Vodice, as well as other towns on the coast and in the interior of this region. The beautiful nature of this region is also worth visiting. In addition to the indented coast and many islets, the Krka National Park and the Kornati National Park and the Dinara Nature Park are located in this region; find more information on the official website of the tourist board https://www.sibenik-tourism.hr/en/ . During the season, numerous events and manifestations are organized in the region, and for those looking for an active vacation, there are also a handful of hiking, mountain and biking trails. It is important to mention the rich gastronomy of this region. The Pelegrini restaurant in Šibenik is included among the three Croatian restaurants with a Michelin star that it received in 2018. In addition, it has been named the best restaurant in Croatia for the third year in a row.

The average price of a pitch for a family of four in a four-star campsite is €50-70 in pre- and post-season, while in high season the price varies from €90 to €120. Pitch prices are affected by: the number of people, the period of stay, the percentage of occupancy of the campsite, holidays, the level of equipment of the pitch and the location of each pitch (closeness to the sea). The tourist tax is included in the price at certain campsites, while at some it is calculated additionally at the reception of the campsite. An environmental tax is also charged on the islands. Pitches that have connections for electricity, water and drainage do not charge extra for the connections, they are included in the price of the pitch itself. Some pitches in the high season (July and August) are often sold out already at the end of March. For this reason, timely booking is recommended during Early Booking, in the period from November to February.

At some campsites, an advance payment or the total amount is required when booking. The amount paid in advance or the total amount is deducted from the bill for the stay in the campsite. At certain campsites, you only need to fill in your credit card information. The credit card is valid as a guarantee for the trip and confirmation of the reservation. Most campsites allow free cancellation of reservations up to a few days before the trip. Certain campsites do not allow free cancellation and keep the advance payment or charge the credit card for a certain amount. You can find the exact reservation and cancellation conditions for the desired campsite in the first step of the booking process.

In the Šibenik region, the campsites are of much smaller capacity. Family campsites predominate, most of which have smaller pools, while a larger pool complex you can find at Campsite Amadria Park Šibenik, whose water park is charged extra. There are also campsites for couples. Campsites in the Šibenik camping region are pet friendly - pets are allowed for an extra charge according to the current price list, and the better campsites have showers for pets as part of the sanitary facilities.

In most campsites, an animation program is organized for children and adults. In the pre- and post-season, the animation is in a somewhat more modest form. The complete animation program runs from mid-June to mid-September and is usually free. In the campsites you can find a really diverse sports and recreational offer. The campsites have multipurpose playgrounds, volleyball, soccer, tennis and basketball courts, as well as outdoor gyms. From water sports, you can try surfing, diving, pedal boats, and rent a kayak or SUP, and there are often inflatable water parks in the campsites. You can rent bicycles and scooters in most campsites, and you can find detailed information on the page of the particular campsites you are interested in. Sports fields are not charged in most cases, while other activities are most often charged additionally.

The most visited and famous camping destinations in the Šibenik region are the town of Šibenik, Tisno and Vodice. In this region you will mostly find smaller campsites and one camping resort. The Šibenik region is an ideal destination for families with children, dog owners, but also for couples.

Some of the campsites in the region have a launch for boats. Some campsites offer guests buoys for rent in the campsite. Buoys cannot be booked in advance and we are unable to guarantee a place in advance. Buoys are arranged with the reception on the day of arrival or with the harbor master, depending on the campsite where you are staying. Prices for buoys are in accordance with the price list for the current season and differ from campsite to campsite. Boats must be up to 5 or 6 m long (depending on the campsite ), for larger boats you need to reserve a place in the marina. You will find detailed information about the desired campsite on the separate pages of the campsites.

You can find electric car chargers in most of the larger campsites and there is a charge for them. If the campsites do not contain electric charging stations, they can be found in nearby larger cities in the region. You can check the exact data on the separate pages of the campsites or here https://chargemap.com/map .