Hiking Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ – Hiking
- How do we get to the start point of the tour?
We will meet in Split city center, gather up in transportations and drive about 5 minutes to our cliffs.
Split City center location:
Split – Trg Republike (Prokurative) – 43°30’31.7″N 16°26’10.7″E
- What are meeting times?
Departure times are same for the whole season, it’s best to start early in the morning from 08:00 am because of the sun.
Split
01.04 – 31.10 – 08:00am
- Is previous experience necessary for this tour?
No, you don’t need any previous experience for this tour. Your guide will inform you and give you all safety advices you need.
- What is the minimum age for hiking?
The minimum age for hiking tour is 10 years old. Iris adventures staff holds the right not to allow customers to participate the tour if they think he or she is not able to do the activity in a safe way.
- What fitness level is required for hiking tour?
Some basic fitness level is enough for participation on the hiking tour. From level 1-5, it would be 3
- What are the daily temperatures?
Day temperatures vary from 20°C to 30°C (68F – 86F) in preseason period to 30-37°C (86F- 100F) in late July and August.
- What is the best time to participate hiking tour?
Hiking tours operate all year round, but we suggest you avoid July and August as the temperatures reach up to 38°C (100F).
- Are there very exposed places on hiking tour?
No, there are not exposed places on the way, so people with height fears shouldn’t have problems.
- What do I need to bring with me?
You should wear comfy clothes, preferable pants that cover knees, sports trainers or hiking boots, snacks and plenty of water at least 1,5l per person.
- Are meals or drinks included?
No, meals or drinks are not included during or after the hiking tour. We suggest participants take good breakfast before the tour or bring some snacks for after the activity.
- Is alcohol or narcotics allowed?
It’s strictly forbidden to use any kind of alcoholic drinks or usage of narcotics before or during the hiking tour! Participants that are already under the influence of alcohol or narcotics will not be allowed to participate on the tour.
- Medical issues and usage of medication during the tour
If you have any kind of medical condition that we should be aware of, you need to inform our guides about it. You can approach our guides privately and inform them. If you need to use your medication (like asthma inhalers) or pills during the tour, you can take it anytime you need to.
- Are there restrooms on the way?
No, there are no restrooms.
- Can I book a private hiking tour?
Yes, you can. If you don’t like to be part of the group you can book private tour on demand. Price varies to a number of people and part of the season so it’s best if you contact us on booking@adventurescroatia.net
- Can I book if I’m a solo traveler?
No, minimum number of people is 2. In some cases, you can join a group, so it’s best if you can write to us on booking@adventurescroatia.net to check when we have groups for you to join.
- What happens in the case of rain?
If it is just a small rain we operate hiking tours regularly. In the case of heavy rains or thunderstorms, we will cancel the tour for safety reasons and you will get full money refund.
- How do I pay for the tour?
If you booked through our webpage or other providers you can just bring your voucher with you and give it to the guides at the beginning of the tour.
If you are paying in cash you can pay to our guides after the tour. Make sure to take the correct amount of money, but there is ATM machine at the meeting point in Split so you can withdraw from there.
