Explore Lošinj: Active Family Holidays in Croatia
Lošinj is your ultimate destination for active family holidays in Croatia. From sailing and hiking to diving and trekking, this island offers something for every family member. Discover the rich cultural history, pristine natural landscapes, and a variety of fun-filled activities that will make your visit unforgettable. Enjoy the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, creating cherished memories during your active family holidays in Croatia.
Learn to sail with VELA Sailing School.
What you will learn in Basic Sailing Course:
Part 1 - theor, 4 days, 1 hour daily 9 AM - 10 AM
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Sailboat Basic Parts: Learning terminology like bow, stern, port, starboard, mast, boom, sail, rudder…
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Wind Theory: Understanding wind direction (using wind indicators) and basic principles of sailing.
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Sail Handling: Trimming of sails and the basic manouvers: tacking and jibing.
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Basic Safety and understanding right-of-way rules, marine alphabet
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Wind rose of Adriatic sea, directions and basics of meteorology
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Basic knots, practical learning
Part 2 - practical sailing skills, 4 days, 2 hours daily 10 AM - 12 AM
Price: 240 EUR/person
HIKING
Explore the stunning hiking trails of Lošinj and Cres islands, where breathtaking landscapes await at every turn. From lush forests to dramatic coastlines, these trails offer something for every level of hiker. Discover hidden gems, picturesque views, and the unique flora and fauna that make these islands a true paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Lace up your boots and embark on an unforgettable adventure in nature!
Hiking trail Osorščica leads along the northern part of the island of Lošinj and stretches for about 10 kilometres. The highest peak is Televrin with 588 m.Osoršćica was the first island mountain that attracted the attention of tourists, among them the Austrian-Hungarian heir-to-the-throne Rudolph of Habsburg, who mounted it as far back as 1887. One can set out to the top from two directions, Osor and Nerezine. And when you reach the top, you will be rewarded by a wonderful view of the whole Lošinj archipelago, the coast of Istria, Mount Velebit, even the region of Gorski kotar, Mount Triglav and the islands of Rab, Pag and Silba. Do not leave out a visit to the chapel of St. Nicholas and the cave of St. Gaudentius. You can refresh yourself in the mountain hut.
DIVING
The more adventurous explorers will go diving into the depths full of caves and reefs. Apoxyomenos, bathed in its waters, slumbered for 2000 years know for sure, that the waters around here are clean and crystal-clear. The original of Apoxyomenos you will find in the local museum and his copy you can see when you dive in bay Čikat. The playful dolphins certainly noticed this and here you can learn more about them.
WALKING AND TREKKING
Active holiday seekers, all year round, are able to use the 250 km long laid-out pathways, which stretch over no less than five islands. According to how demanding they are the promenades and footpaths are divided into 2 groups: sea-promenades and easy and more difficult footpaths. The sea-promenades are suitable for the widest circle of walkers.They lead along the island’s shores, bays and coves and through hundred-year-old pine forests.A walk along Čikat Cove, where Lošinj’s ladies used to wait for their seamen to return home, past beautiful villas of Austrian nobility, will remind you strongly of the past. On the other side of the island a sea-promenade connects Mali and Veli Lošinj. The pathways and promenades wend their way through diverse and sweet-smelling tracts of nature and can lead you to hidden hamlets and picturesque places Belej, Ustrine, Lubenice, Valun, Punta Križa, Nerezine, Sv. Jakov, Ćunski, Artatore...
Book your activities on local reservation platform eLosinj.com
