About Mljet National Park
Western third of Mljet Island - Croatia's greenest island. Two saltwater lakes connected by channel. 12th-century Benedictine monastery on islet in Great Lake. Odysseus Cave where he was supposedly held by Calypso. 3000ha Mediterranean woodland.
🗓 Best Time to Visit
May-June and September-October (20-28C). June lake water 24C. September sea warmest 25C.
🍽 Food & Drink
Restoran Stara Mlaka EUR 12-20. Konoba Matana Polace EUR 14-22. Best to pack picnic for lakes.
🚗 Getting There & Around
Ferry Dubrovnik-Sobra 2h EUR 8-10/EUR 30-45 car. Catamaran to Polace 1.5h EUR 12-15 seasonal. Park entry EUR 15-20.
🏨 Where to Stay
Hotel Odyseus doubles EUR 110-180 on Great Lake. Polace rooms EUR 50-80. Camping EUR 10 near Small Lake.
🍽 Where to Eat Near Mljet National Park
Konoba Matana EUR 14-22. Restaurant Jose EUR 10-16. Konoba Komin Babino Polje EUR 12-18.
🎯 Things to Do
Cycle Great Lake 9km flat. Kayak to monastery EUR 10-15/h. Monastery EUR 3 includes museum. Swim in lakes.
💡 Insider Tips: Park fee includes monastery boat. Rent bike in Polace before park. Kayak in morning calm. Mosquito repellent essential.