HIGHLANDER is a global series of hiking events that brings together nature lovers from around the world.
This unique series, which began six years ago in Croatia, offers participants the opportunity to take on hiking challenges along 100, 50, or 25-kilometer routes over 5, 3, 2, or 1 day(s).
From September 1 – 6, HIGHLANDER Velebit will take you deep into one of Croatia’s most awe-inspiring mountain ranges. A place where raw nature, true silence, and personal challenge come together to create an unforgettable adventure.
This year is especially meaningful, as HIGHLANDER Velebit celebrates its 10th anniversary. Returning to the very mountain where the HIGHLANDER story began, and where it has since grown into a global celebration of hiking, nature, and community.
Participants can choose from 5DAY, 3DAY, 2DAY, or 1DAY formats, designed for different fitness levels and adventure styles. Each route showcases stunning landscapes across Northern Velebit National Park, Velebit Nature Park, and Paklenica National Park, with iconic trails and panoramic views you’ll remember long after the journey ends.
Beyond the hike, the festival program invites you to reconnect with nature and nourish both body and mind. With yoga under the open sky, the simple joy of a Čajanka tea gathering, live music by the campfire, the calming vibrations of a sound bath, and the soulful tones of handpan sessions, creating moments of peace, balance, and connection.