Vela Luka, Baška

A deep bay at the end of a bare karst valley south-east of Baška, open to the south, with a pebble beach, sheep, a seasonal konoba known for grilled squid, and a few rental umbrellas. Most people come by a 15-minute taxi boat from Baška harbour; the alternative is a 2–2.5 h hike over the hill (about 6 km, 300 m up and down) with no shade.

Our tips

• Taxi boats leave from near the main pier in Baška, about EUR 20–22 per person return (2025); agree your pickup time with the skipper.
• Arrive early and take the shade under the cave on the left side of the bay, or in the two side coves.
• Try the konoba's grilled squid.
• Walk 20 min on to Mala Luka for a quieter swim.
• Hike it in spring or autumn, not in midsummer heat.
• Hike out early and take the taxi boat back.

Good to know

• Water can be very cold in August.
• Umbrella + loungers EUR 30; burgers EUR 15 (2026).
• In August, private umbrellas and tents can ring the rental area by midday.
• The hike is hot and exposed.

The details

Where

Baška (south-east coast)

Season

Konoba and rentals in summer

Best time

Arrive by 10:00 (Jun–Sep); hike in Apr–May or Sep–Oct

Getting there

Taxi boat from Baška (15 min) or trail no. 9 from Camp Bunculuka (about 2–2.5 h, rough, no flip-flops).

Good for

couples, families, foodies, snorkelling, groups

Village guide

Baška south-east coves: Bunculuka, Vrženica, Vela Luka and Mala Luka

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Facts checked 31 Oct 2026