Zeljava Airbase: History and Adventure Tour
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About the Activity
Explore the abandoned military complex of Zeljava Airbase with a local guide. Discover its strategic role during the Cold War and its connection to the fall of Yugoslavia. Wander through massive underground hangars as your guide shares personal stories and employee anecdotes — revealing how rising tensions and the outbreak of war divided colleagues of different nationalities. This tour offers a unique blend of history and adventure. The tour takes place in all weather conditions because, in the tunnels, we are not affected by rain or high temperatures.2 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 2
Inclusions & Exclusions
Use of equipment : Other.
Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation
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Zeljava Air Base
Plitvicka Jezera, Croatia, 53233The tour will start in front of an abandoned airplane Douglas C-47 Skytrain or Dakota. This wonderful piece of aviation history welcomes curious visitors open-winged. We will use this rare opportunity to climb ON the airplane and explore inside.
We'll then proceed to the runways. As we drive cautiously on the endless runways, we'll try to imitate and imagine what it felt like for pilots to take off.
Driving across runways, we begin to catch views of a plane-shaped hole in the hill.
Reaching the entrance of the tunnels, we are in front of the highlight of the tour.
While checking the flashlights, we will get to know the basic information about the object and the safety rules that we need to follow.
During our 3-kilometer walk through dark tunnels, we will talk about construction, operational days and destruction of the base. We will cover personal stories and experiences of employees, relationships, and conflicts.
The tour will end back at the airplane.
2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Meeting point is 20min drive from Rakovica. We will meet at the entrance of Zeljava airbase in front of airplane. Search in your navigation for ''Douglas C-47 Zeljava''View Location
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After meeting in front of the airplane, we drove for a few minutes along the runways before reaching the tunnels.View Location
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Meeting point is 20min drive from Plitvice lakes. We will meet at entrance of Zeljava airbase in front of airplane. Search in your navigation for ''Douglas C-47 Zeljava'' View Location
End point
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Meeting point is 20min drive from Rakovica. We will meet at the entrance of Zeljava airbase in front of airplane. Search in your navigation for ''Douglas C-47 Zeljava''View Location
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After meeting in front of the airplane, we drove for a few minutes along the runways before reaching the tunnels.View Location
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Meeting point is 20min drive from Plitvice lakes. We will meet at entrance of Zeljava airbase in front of airplane. Search in your navigation for ''Douglas C-47 Zeljava'' View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with fear of dark and narrow spaces
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Croatian
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Zagreb time to receive 100% refund.
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