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People gather on a sandy riverbank with numerous red kayaks nearby.

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Upper Canyon & Krupa Confluence

This steep-walled section of the river offers active water sports and famous panoramic overlooks.

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The upper canyon reaches up to 200 meters deep. It serves as the main route for white-water kayaking and rafting tours.

Here you will find historical stone bridges and filming locations from the 1960s Winnetou movies.

Red kayaks navigate a winding, clear river flowing through a rocky, green canyon.
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Kaštel Žegarski

30 minsLaunch point

This small settlement is the primary launch point for kayaking and rafting tours. Most river trips depart from here around 10:00 AM.

A beautiful view of the wide, multi-tiered Zrmanja Waterfalls cascading into clear water.
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Pariževačka Glavica Viewpoint

45 minsPhoto spot

This panoramic overlook offers clear views into the deep gorge. It served as the Apache village in the 1960s Winnetou films.

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03

Visoki Buk

Pass-throughAccess by water

This is the highest waterfall on the river, dropping 11 meters. You can only see this drop up close from the water. You must book a guided kayaking or rafting tour to reach it.

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Kudin Most (Kuda's Bridge)

2 hoursSteep hike

This historic dry stone arch bridge crosses the Krupa river tributary without mortar. Reaching it requires a steep hike down into the Krupa canyon.

Paddle the Upper Canyon

Blue inflatable kayaks float near beautiful cascading Zrmanja Waterfalls with a kayaker.
Zadar: Zrmanja River Kayaking, with optional transfer from Zadar5 h 4.8 (191)from $62
zrmanja river kayakingfrom $62 on Viator
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