The Islands
This archipelago consists of 140 islands covering an area 114 square miles (300 square km), with most of the area declared a National Park because of its natural beauty due to its numerous coves and crystal clear blue waters. George Bernard Shaw fell in love with the group of islands and said "On the last day of Creation God desired to crown His work, and thus created the Kornati islands out of tears, stars and breath." There are no permanent residents of the islands and most of the area belongs to the people of Murter island who come to tend the olive groves, the vineyards and orchards. They have cottages there, in which they stay during the agricultural season.

The islands are best visited on a day excursion from Zadar, Sibenik or Split. It is possible to stay in one of the cottages doing a Robinson Crusoe type holiday (no electricity or running water in your house). A boat from Murter delivers you there and picks you up a week later.

Getting There
Visit the islands through an organised excursion - see the Excursions page on the Kornati National Park website.

Accommodation
Accommodation on Kornati can be arranged with Agency Lori.

More information
The Official Website of the Kornati National Park
Kornati.com