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We will take you to, and return you from Košljun Island (the Monastery Island) so you can explore the history and beautiful nature of this small island!
When you arrive at Košljun, in the small port, you will be greeted by
it is protected as a forest park, primarily due to the forest of century-old holm oaks (Quercus ilex)
There are as many as 389 plant species and 151 mushroom species on only 6 hectares.
On the island, in addition to the Church of the Annunciation of Mary and the small church of St. Bernardin, there are also 3 chapels, as well as the Way of the Cross, and the Nativity chapel with the nativity scene, which was first mentioned in 1651, is especially famous.
We are a taxi boat, so you can agree on the length of your stay on the monastery island with the captain of the boat.
Our boat is reliable and well-equipped, so we can transfer you to the island under any weather conditions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Address: Obala Street, opposite the post office 2JCH+X6 Punat 45°01'20.8"N 14°37'41.0"E Our street office (red-white info stand) is before the last one in the row of stand that are right next to the sea and from the parking, lot is only 250-300m away. There is also our boat.
What to expect
It can be reached only by taxi boats from Punat.
There is a Franciscan monastery on Košljun, where the monks hid numerous objects collected over the centuries and preserved them until today.
Several valuable collections are exhibited on the island: ethnographic, natural history, archeology, and a collection of sacred objects that are worth seeing. But don't miss out on the nature and diversity of plants of the island!
Museum is open for visitors every day from: 9.30 - 17.00. On Sundays: 10.30 - 12.30.
Optimal time to visit the museums and walk on the island is 1-1,5h.
Monday-Saturday our boat departs from Punat harbour, from 9.15 to 16.00. On Sundays: 10:30 - 11:30.
Your ticket is a return ticket. The boat trip takes 8 minutes in one direction.
The entrance ticket on the island is independent from us and is 6€/person and 4€/child.
If you want to stay shorter or longer on the island it is possible, let the captain know!
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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