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Valamar Camping Lanterna

by Happy Camp

Istria, Croatia Apr 16 - Oct 3
tripadvisor3.7 van 5
3.71,114 reviews

Aquamar Family Waterpark free access

10 heated pools with 1,525 m2 water fun and slides for everyone.

3 Kilometres Private Beaches

Beachfront peninsula resort with pebble coves, rocky bays and family beach.

Mega Family Resort Vibes

83 hectares of pure Istria with piazza, theatre and endless activities.

Practical information

Address

Lanterna 1, 52465, Tar

Size

83 ha

Number of pitches

3000

Distance from Utrecht

1360 km

Nearest airport

Pula (PUY) · 65 km

Bus station

50m

Opening dates

Apr 16 - Oct 3

About Valamar Camping Lanterna

Ever dreamed of a campsite that feels like a town? Welcome to Lanterna Premium Camping Resort by Valamar - one of Croatia's largest and most awarded family resorts, and for good reason. Located on a lush 83-hectare peninsula with 3 km of coastline, this place is cleverly designed as themed villages. You stay in premium Happy Camp mobile homes and lodges tucked under pines, just a short stroll from the sea. Wondering if it's for toddlers or teens? It's for both. And that's the magic. The star is Aquamar Lanterna - a full-blown family water park with 10 heated pools, a pirate ship, water slides and 1,525 m2 of splash heaven. While the little ones conquer the Maro Club and playgrounds over 4,000 m2, teenagers hang at the Teen Hangout and Game Lounge. Parents? You finally get that coffee with a sea view. Facilities are resort-level: from the central Piazza with shops, Valfresco market with delivery to your door, signature restaurants like La Pentola and Oliva Grill, to beach bars, a theatre and sports park. The campsite is flat, paved, super well-organized and perfect for families with kids from 0-17 who love a mix of beach, pools and action. Looking for culture? Porec, Rovinj and truffle-hunting Motovun are right on your doorstep.

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Details

Location
  • •Near the sea
  • •In the forest
Terrain
  • •Flat
  • •Wooded
Distance sea/lake
  • •Directly at sea
Accommodation type
  • •Mobile home
Suitable for
  • •Babies and Toddlers (0-3)
  • •Children (4-12)
  • •Teenagers (13+)
  • •Seniors
  • •Adults
Luxury level
  • •Deluxe plus

Location

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Practical information

Address

Lanterna 1, 52465, Tar

Size

83 ha

Number of pitches

3000

Distance from Utrecht

1360 km

Nearest airport

Pula (PUY) · 65 km

Bus station

50m

Opening dates

Apr 16 - Oct 3

Facilities

Water fun onsite
Water fun onsite
•Lagoon pool
•Standard pool
•Kids pool
•Coverable swimming pool
•Toddler pool
•Outdoor pool
•Water park included
•Water chutes
•Whirlpool
•Solarium
•Heated pool (1 or more)
•Sunbeds and Umbrellas - Pool
  • •Sunbeds must be rented at pool
  • •Sun umbrellas must be rented at pool
•Zwembad met zeewater
•Young Children's Pool
•Water Playground
  • •Kids spray park
•Fresh water pools
Aquamar Lanterna is the heart of the resort: a family water park with 10 pools and total water surface 1,525 m2. All pools are freshwater, chlorinated, heated to approx 28-32°C and outdoor only. Main features: large family pool with water attractions, children's pool with pirate ship and mini-slides, baby pool, relaxation pool, plus 3 water slides including family slide and kamikaze-style slides for teens. Additional resort pools: one freshwater pool and two seawater pools directly at sea, with underwater massage, water attractions for children and sea view. No indoor pools. No strict dress code, but swim diapers required for babies, regular swimwear mandatory. Season: pools open approx early May to early October, daily 10:00-18:00, extended to 19:00 in July/August. Exact depth varies: children's pools 0.3-0.6 m, family pools 1.2-1.6 m, slides landing pool 1.2 m. Sunbeds and umbrellas free around main pools, extra charge at beach.
Water Sport possibilities
Water Sport possibilities
•Waterskiing
•SUP
•Kayaking
•Canoeing
•Fishing
•Slipways for boat launching
On site: swimming, aqua gym in pools, water polo animation, slides and pirate ship battles. At the 3 km coastline: SUP board rental, kayak and canoe rental, pedal boat hire, windsurfing school, diving centre PADI courses, sailing courses, water skiing and jet ski rental from Fun4You at Delfin beach. All operated by third parties but on resort beaches. Great for beginners and families.
Beach & Sea
Beach & Sea
•Sea
•Sandy beach
•Rocky beach
•Pebble beach
•Private beach
•Private path to the beach
•Showers
•Sunbeds and umbrellas
  • •Sun umbrellas for hire
  • •Sunbeds for hire
•Dogs allowed at beach
•Watersports available
•Great for snorkelling
•Paddle boats for hire
•Canoe/Kayak for hire
•SUP board for hire
•Jetski for hire
•Speedboat for hire
•Parasailing
•Beach with Private zone
•Sunbeds and umbrellas for hire
•Inflatable waterpark
Yes, this is a true beachfront campsite on the Adriatic. Direct access via paths, no shuttle needed, max 300 m from any accommodation to sea. The resort has its own 3 km stretch with 8 themed beaches: pebble, rocky sunbathing plateaus, and one sandy family bay at Tunarica Beach. Sunbeds and umbrellas for rent approx 15-20 EUR per day set, not included. Beach services: windsurfers, SUP, sailing boats, pedal boats, jet ski and boat hire available at Delfin and Adria beaches from third parties. Several beach bars and grill restaurants like Oliva Grill directly at beach with sea view.
Food & Beverage Options
Food & Beverage Options
•Restaurant
•Pizzeria
•Trattoria
•Grill
•Food trucks
•Beach bar
•Pool bar
•Snack bar
•Bar
•Ready cooked meals
•A la carte
Food heaven: 8+ venues including La Pentola Italian Trattoria a la carte, Oliva Grill Mediterranean, Mezzino Street Food, Pizzeria Bistro Kras, Bakery Shop, ice cream parlour and pool bars. Restaurants open from early May to early October, 08:00-23:00 high season. Buffet breakfast bookable for Punto Blu village. No full board, but half board and breakfast packages available on request via Valamar. Valfresco market sells fresh produce and delivers groceries to your mobile home daily.
Activities & Sports
Activities & Sports
•Beach volleyball
•Tennis court
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•Minigolf
•Multi sports terrain
•Jeu-de-boules
•Tabletennis
•Bicycle hire
•Cycling
Wide sports offer: mini-golf, amusement park with go-karts, jetball, beach volleyball, table tennis, football pitch, basketball, tennis courts nearby, bike rental and e-bike rental, hiking and Nordic walking trails, archery, horse riding 2 km away, fishing licence at reception. Daytime activities included, some with small fee like go-karts and horse riding. V Sport Park open all season: football, basketball, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, mini golf, bocce, tennis courts, archery, fitness gym, aqua gym, yoga, cycling and mountain biking with marked trails, hiking, jogging track, playgrounds over 4000 m2. Sports for all ages from 3 to 99, daytime and some evening floodlit courts. Most included, tennis, bike rental and diving with charge. Programme April to October, reduced winter.
Leisure & Entertainment
Leisure & Entertainment
•Playground
  • •Slide
•Games room
•Hi-Tech Gamers Room
•Arcade games
•Live Music
•Outdoor theater
•Cinema
•Evening Shows
•Animation
  • •For toddlers
  • •For children
  • •For Adults
  • •Daytime animation
  • •Evening Entertainment
•Animation languages
  • •English
•Evening Shows
•Dance nights
•Kids Club
•Concerts
•Evening festivals
•Beach Games
Yes, massive Valamar animation included. Maro Club for kids 3-12 daily 10:00-18:00, Teen Hangout 12-17, Stay Fit, Music & Fun evening programme. Evening Lanterna Theatre with musicals, magicians, cabaret, live music and cinema 20:30-22:30. Day and night entertainment. High season animation mid-June to early September daily, low season weekends and holidays only. All included, Game Lounge with video games extra small fee.
Services
Services
•Kids bikes to hire
•Night Watchman
•Doctor available on call
•First-aid kit available
•Languages spoken
  • •English
  • •Croatian
•Bike rentals
•Tourist information
•Payments
  • •Mastercard
  • •Visa
  • •Cash
•Reception open 24h
Reception open 24/7 in high season, 08:00-20:00 low season. Check-in for mobile homes 16:00-20:00, check-out until 10:00. Check-in for pitches 12:00-20:00, check-out until 12:00. Services: safe rental, bike and e-bike rental, EV charging station, laundry, Valfresco grocery delivery, info point, ticket sales, tourist clinic and 24/7 on-call doctor phone consultation, experience concierge. Happy Camp accommodations : Rented accommotion check-in hours : From 16:00 to 19:00 Rental departure time : From 08:00 to 10:00
Pets
Pets
•Pets not allowed
Although pets are generally allowed at Lanterna, they are not permitted in any Happy Camp Accommodations in this Vistacamp offer.
Shops
Shops
•Supermarket
•Bakery
•Fruit and vegetables
•Local delicatessen
•Wines and spirits
•Bazaar
•Souveniers
•Frozen food assortment
•Soft Drinks
•Newspapers and magazines
•Tobacco
•Toiletries
•Toys
•Breads
•Insect repellent mediums
Yes, big Piazza central square: Valfresco supermarket for bread, milk, meat, vegetables, pasta, cosmetics, Bazaar souvenir shop, camping shop, beach shop, bakery, newsstand and boutique. Well stocked. Nearest large supermarket outside resort is Plodine and Konzum in Tar 4 km and Porec 13 km.
In the neighbourhood
In the neighbourhood
•Supermarket
•Attraction Park
Aquacolors Poreč – 18 km, Dinopark Funtana – 20 km
•Beach
•Sea
•Historical Attractions
Poreč Old Town – 13 km, Rovinj – 43, Motovun – 35 km
•Shops
•Watersports
•Newspapers and magazines
•Restaurant
Novigrad – 11 km,
•Museums
•Nature Parks
Baredine Cave – 12 km, Brijuni National Park – 65 km
•Village
•Fishing
Vehicles & Parking facilities
Vehicles & Parking facilities
•Paved and Gravel Roads
Cars allowed on site for arrival/departure only, speed limit 10 km/h. Guests park one car next to mobile home on private parking bay or on pitch for caravan/tent guests. Additional cars in central parking outside villages. Roads are asphalted main roads and paved secondary roads, flat and well-lit.
For campers and caravans
For campers and caravans
•Launderette
•Washing machines
•Clothes dryers
Cars allowed on campsite to reach pitch and unload, then to be moved to designated parking zone near your sector. Parking directly next to mobile home limited to one car per accommodation on paved parking bay. Caravans and tents can park car on pitch if space allows. Roads inside campsite are asphalted main roads and paved secondary roads, flat and easy.
Bodyfit & wellness
Bodyfit & wellness
•Spa
•Body treatments
•Massage
•Facial Treatments
Onsite wellness at nearby Valamar hotels accessible: massage, beauty centre, hairdresser, spa, sauna area, Turkish bath, outdoor fitness machines, indoor gym at resort, aqua gym, yoga and Pilates classes in high season. Some services with extra charge, gym and aqua gym included.
Wifi
Wifi
•Free
•Available in some areas only
•Available only in common areas
•Free in public zones
Yes, free WiFi across entire resort including pools, beaches and accommodation. Premium high-speed WiFi available for streaming. Coverage is 4G/5G based fibre network, strong enough for mailing, browsing, messaging and video calls, gaming possible near reception Piazza.

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Why this campsite

✔️ Aquamar Waterpark Included: 10 heated pools, slides and pirate ship included in your stay. ✔️ Beachfront Peninsula Location: Direct sea access with 3 km of beaches for every taste. ✔️ Huge Maro Family Program: Professional kids clubs, theatre and teen lounge for all ages. ✔️ Restaurant Piazza Lifestyle: 8+ themed restaurants, bars and market with delivery service. ✔️ Happy Camp Comfort: Modern air-conditioned mobile homes with covered terraces near sea. ✔️ Sports Paradise Daily: V Sport Park, bike rental, tennis and watersports on site. ✔️ Between Porec and Novigrad: Ideal base for Istrian highlights and truffle towns. ✔️ Pet Friendly Zones: Special dog-friendly pitches and homes with dog beach nearby.

Notes

Types of Accommodations Available at the Campsite: Happy Superior (area J) with half-covered wooden terrace and small electric grill; Happy Superior (area J) with seaview with half-covered wooden terrace and small electric grill; Happy Premium (area B) with half-covered wooden terrace and small electric grill; Happy Premium (area J) with half-covered wooden terrace and small electric grill; Happy Premium Suite (area J) with half-covered wooden terrace and small electric grill; Happy Premium Suite (area J) with seaview with air conditioning (included), half-covered wooden terrace and small electric grill. Included Services: Supply of water, gas, and electricity. 1 parking space next to the mobile home. Air conditioning included. Blankets and pillows. Tourist Tax. Excluded Services: Deposit: €100.00 in cash, to be paid at the arrival. Final cleaning: we kindly ask you to leave the mobile home clean and tidy; otherwise €50.00 will be deducted from the deposit. Optional Extra Services: If you don’t want to bring everything from home, you can book the following services up to 7 days before arrival, with payment at the campsite: Double bed linen set: €20.00 per set. Single bed linen set: €15.00 per set. Towel set: €10.00 per set (includes one shower towel and one face towel). Baby cot (without mattress): €3.00 per day. High chair: €3.00 per day. Please note that blankets and pillows are already provided in every accommodation. Check-in and Check-out Upon arrival, you will find the Happy Camp Reception and the Park Managers ready to assist you with check-in, key collection, and any requests. The reception's opening hours will be visible at the main Happy Camp desk. Check-in: available from 4:00 PM. Check-out: by 10:00 AM. Regulations: For families and groups of friends wishing to book more than two mobile homes, we kindly ask you to contact us by email so we can check availability and confirm acceptance by the campsite. We kindly invite young guests aged 18 to 25 to send us a request via email, allowing us to verify the possibility of admission by the campsite. Minors are not allowed to stay alone and are only admitted if staying in the same mobile home with a parent or responsible adult, subject to prior request sent via email. We are sorry, but your pets are not permitted in Happy Camp Accommodations at this campsite Address: Lanterna 1, 52465 Tar, Croatia Region: Istria, Istarska zupanija, between Porec and Novigrad Coordinates: 45.29750 N, 13.58930 E Size of campsite: 83 hectares Number of accommodations: Approx 3,000 total units - 1,812 pitches (1,372 touring) plus approx 1,400 rental homes, villas, chalets and glamping tents, capacity 8,884 guests Closest international airport: Pula Airport (PUY) - 55 km, Trieste Airport (TRS) - 130 km, Zagreb Airport (ZAG) - 260 km Nearest fuel station: Petrol station Tar - 3.5 km Nearest pharmacy: Pharmacy Tar - 3 km Nearest hospital/clinic: Tourist clinic onsite, General Hospital Porec - 13 km Nearest vet: Vet ambulanta Porec - 12 km Distance from Paris: Approx 1,380 km Distance from Berlin: Approx 1,130 km Distance from Madrid: Approx 2,650 km Distance from Rome: Approx 700 km Distance from Utrecht: Approx 1,350 km Distance from Calais: Approx 1,620 k Closest international airport: Pula Airport (PUY) – approximately 65 km. Alternative airports: Trieste Airport (TRS) – approximately 105 km. Rijeka Airport (RJK) – approximately 130 km. Campsite area: approximately 83 hectares Total accommodation units and pitches: approximately 3,000+ units Transport Bus stop Train station Pazin railway station – approximately 40 km. Supermarket Petrol station Tar fuel station – approximately 4 km. Pharmacy Pharmacy in Tar – approximately 4 km.

Sights & attractions

Aquapark Istralandia - 18 km: Huge Adriatic aquapark with 20 slides and wave pool for thrill seekers. Porec Old Town & Euphrasian Basilica - 13 km: UNESCO basilica, Venetian streets and boat trips galore. Novigrad Fishing Town - 9 km: Charming harbour town with walls, ice cream and sunset promenade. Motovun Hilltop Town - 45 km: Game of Thrones-like medieval town famous for truffles. Rovinj & Lim Fjord Boat Trip - 38 km: Most romantic Istrian town with fjord cruise and dolphins. Baredine Cave - 32 km: Spectacular stalactite cave with underground lake and tractor museum. Dinopark Funtana - 10 km: Dinosaur adventure park with shows perfect for ages 3-10. Groznjan Artists Village - 35 km: Hilltop art colony with galleries and music festivals. Pula Arena & Aquarium - 65 km: Roman amphitheatre and Aquarium in Austro-Hungarian fortress. Truffle Hunting in Livade - 40 km: Authentic Istrian truffle hunting experience with dogs.

What is Valamar Camping Lanterna?

Lanterna Valamar Camping is a 4-star family resort camping on an 83-hectare peninsula with 3 km of coastline in Croatia. It features premium stacaravans and lodges, the Aquamar Lanterna waterpark with 10 heated pools and waterslides, and extensive activities for children aged 0–17, teenagers, and adults.

Quick facts

Star rating
4 stars
Site size
83 hectares with 3 km coastline
Distance to sea
Direct beachfront
Accommodation type
Premium stacaravans and lodges
Waterpark
Aquamar Lanterna with 10 heated pools, waterslides, and 1,525 m² of water attractions
Children's facilities
Maro Club, playgrounds over 4,000 m², Kids Club, paddling pools
Pets allowed
Dogs and cats allowed; dangerous breeds and Category 1 & 2 dogs excluded
Languages spoken

Frequently asked questions

Yes, there is wifi available at Valamar Camping Lanterna. Wifi specifications • Coverage: There is wifi throughout most of the campsite, including most pitches and accommodations (such as mobile homes and safari tents). • Cost: Wifi is generally free to use at the campsite, although guests may experience varying or slow connections in some areas due to the size of the site. • Improvements: Valamar Camping Lanterna has recently optimized its wifi and network systems for better coverage.

Surroundings

Lanterna sits on its own green peninsula, wrapped in pine, oak and olive groves halfway between Novigrad and Porec. Within 20 km the landscape is pure Istria: flat coastal paths for cycling, vineyards and truffle forests inland, charming stone villages like Tar and Vabriga on hilltops, and the Mirna River valley rolling towards Motovun. Rural peace meets riviera life - you cycle through farmland in the morning and sip cappuccino on Porec's Venetian promenade in the afternoon.

“You need a bike here, the resort is massive and cycling under pines to the beach is half the fun. Book a Premium Vista Mare mobile home if you can, sea views are worth it and pitches are 100 m2 plus. Aquamar gets busy after 11:00, go at 09:00 opening for slides without queues, then beach in afternoon. The pebble beach at Tunarica is best for small kids, sandy-ish and shallow, while Solaris beach is more wild and perfect for snorkelling. Reserve La Pentola restaurant early, especially for Friday seafood night, it books out. Use Valfresco delivery, order fresh bread and groceries to your door before 10 AM. For quiet evenings, walk to Tar village for authentic konoba with truffle pasta, less touristy than Piazza. Bring water shoes, beaches are pebbly and sea urchins exist on rocks. Check the weekly programme at reception, the Lanterna Theatre has great magician shows at 21:00 that kids love.”

— Our camping specialist

tripadvisor3.7 van 53.71,114 reviews
4 van 5

Valamar Lanterna Camping

Huge village, surrounded by greenery and well-maintained, wonderful view and sea always calm. Excellent cleanliness, good catering, perhaps a bit expensive. Pizza to forget!

liberop139
5 van 5

Brilliant vacation - we will be back!

Well-rounded. Very nice staff provide support and care, always with an open ear and a nice conversation. Great pitches and restaurants, modernly furnished and clean sanitary facilities, super beaches ...

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