If you ever imagine a small heaven on earth then we want to say “Welcome to the Mala – Milna Camp”!
The “Mala – Milna” camp is literally a little heaven on earth! It is located all along the sea near the town of Milna, which is not far from the camp and where only a little over 200 people live.
Surrounded by unique and unspoiled nature, it is surrounded by 7 beaches in the camp, making it unique in all respects.
The campsite “Mala – Milna” is designed for enjoying the whole family!
The camp is also “dog friendly”. The camp capacity is 75 people. It is 4 km from the capital of Hvar, 1 km from the peninsula, 1.5 km from the abandoned village called “Small Rafter” or in English Ghost Town.
There is also a bar where all our guests can have fun and spend relaxing moments and use the free WiFi internet.
The camp is based on modern environmental and nature protection technologies so it is used solely by renewable energy sources so that the camp energy is solely powered by solar energy and is invested every year in renewable energy sources.
The camp is located on the south side of the island and is all day facing the sun, and it is precisely this micro-location that makes it special.
“Mala – Milna” offers various additional services, such as bicycle, scooter, boat, kayak, beach lounger and more.
All guests of our camp have access to a large outdoor grill – grill, refrigerator and laundry service.
The sanitary node of the camp consists of 8 showers and 4 toilets. Includes a chemical toilet for emptying the campers.
The property is 20.000 m2 which is the whole seafront location.
Ecologically aware camp – waste water purification and waste separation. The camp is partially adapted for people with special needs.
Numerous restaurants and bakeries are located in Milna.
About Camp
Useful
Hvar – General information
HVAR, an island in the central Dalmatian archipelago; area 299.6 sq km (length 67.5 km, width up to 10.5 km); population 11,459. In front of the western part of the southern coast of Hvar are Pakleni Otoci (Pakleni Islands), and in front of the middle part the island of Scedro. A crest stretches across the middle part of the island, with the highest peak Sveti Nikola (St. Nicholas) (628 m); north of it is the fertile Velo Polje (Big Field). The northern coast of the island, with the spacious Stari Grad Bay and a number of coves, is much more indented than the southern.
The island is characterized by mild Mediterranean climate. The air temperature in the winter months is 9.1°C, an average air temperature in January is -8.4°C and in July -24.8°C. Hvar has a long insolation (2,718 hours of sunshine a year). Snow occurs very rarely; in January there are five snowy days in ten years and in February only three. The forest vegetation, which in the past comprised the entire island, has been cleared in dolomite valleys and flysh belts, adequate for farming. Bare rocky ground is interspersed with underbrush and garrigue; lower belts are covered with holm oak, Aleppo pine and other species.
There are no surface water streams on the island; smaller sources spring out at the point of contact between dolom-ites and flysh marls. The only larger source is near Jelsa, from where the waterworks runs toward the town of Hvar. Most of the villages developed around Velo Polje; larger places are found along the coast (Hvar, Stari Grad, Jelsa, Vrboska). Economy is based on tourism, farming, viticulture, olive growing and especially on cultivation of rosemary and lavender; fishing is an additional occupation of the rural population.
The island of Hvar has three fish canneries (Sucuraj, Vrboska and Hvar). Tourism is especially developed in the town of Hvar and in Jelsa; modern marinas are built in Vrboska and on the Pakleni Islands. Major places on the island are connected by the regional road (Hvar – Stari Grad – Jelsa – Bogomolje – Sucuraj). Ferry lines via Hvar, Sucuraj, Stari Grad and the cove of Vira.
History
The island of Hvar was populated already in the prehistoric times (caves Grapceva and Po-krivenik, with painted pottery). The island was later inhabited by the Illyrians, who came into conflict with the Greek colonizers in the 4th century BC. Numerous tumuli on the island are of Illyrian origin. Similar as the islands of Korcula and Vis,
Hvar accepted the Greek settlers but was the only one that had an Ionic settlement (Pha-ros, today Stari Grad). The remains of the ancient colony include parts of walls, graves with pottery of Apulian origin and numerous inscriptions. Hvar played an important role in the Roman-Illyrian conflicts, when its rulers (Demetrije Hvaranin) tried to preserve its independence.
In Roman times Hvar lost its earlier importance. On the collapse of the Roman Empire, Hvar came under the Byzantine rule, as well as the entire Dalmatia. In the 7th century it came under the Nerentani (Narentini), with whom it joined the Kingdom of Croatia in the 11th century. In the following centuries Hvar recognized the sovereignty of the Croatian-Hungarian ruler, the Bosnian King Tvrtko, the Split Duke Hrvoje, the Dubrovnik Republic, Venice (1278-1797, with an interruption in the period 1358-1420), France and Austria.
After the First World War, together with the entire Dalmatia, it was annexed to Croatia. In the 16th and the 17th centuries Hvar was a prominent centre of the Croatian literature (Petar Hektorovic, Hanibal Lucic). The town of Hvar and other towns and villages on the island have numerous architectural and cultural monu-ments, which bear witness to outstanding artistic traditions of the island, the economic prosperity of its population and the relations Hvar used to maintain with cultural centres of the past centuries.
Discover Island
Tor – Greek Tower
There are two towers situated on a mountain plateau south of Jelsa: the Greek-Illyrian Tower Tor from the IV ct. BC and the mediaeval town-fortress Galesnik.
The Greek Tower of Tor (230 m above sea level) dominates the picturesque valley from Stari Grad to Jelsa up to Vrboska as well as over the channels of Hvar and Split and the Makarska coastline. Around the Tor tower there are ruins of unfinished walls with several natural and man-made terraces, indicating that they had once been living quarters.
Galesnik – Mediaeval Town
There are two towers situated on a mountain plateau south of Jelsa: the Greek-Illyrian Tower Tor from the IV ct. BC and the mediaeval town-fortress Galesnik.
Galesnik is situated 210 m above sea level. It is 20 m wide, surrounded by a wall 80 m long, 4 m high and 50 – 60 cm thick. The walled-in area is 1,520 square meters. The rectangular building, measuring approximately 40 square meters, is partially preserved.
Grapceva cave
Grapceva cave is the cradle of Hvar’s culture and civilization. The cave is one of the prehistoric findings dating back to the New Stone Age (Neolithic Period) 5000 – 4000 years BC and one of the oldest discoveries in the Adriatic and the Mediterranean.
It is situated 239 m above sea level and was the cultish place of a Neolithic Islander. The cave consists of a small hall (13,5 x 5 m) and a larger one (22 x 23 m) surrounded by hallways and chambers.
The towering stalactites and stalagmites that decorate the cave resemble an ancient organ and along with the absolute silence and solitude of the cave offer a magnificent and unforgettable sight.
Vrboska
Vrboska is situated in a long, picturesque and shady bay whose shores are connected by three tiny Venetian-like stone bridges that give the place an indescribable charm and warmth.
Vrboska consists of two parts: Podve which is a mixture of Renaissance and Baroque houses lined up along the shore and Pjaca with churches, narrow streets, remnants of Municipal Loggia and houses with Renaissance and Gothic details.
Some of the points of interest of the area include the Fortress-Church of Our Lady of Mercy, Pjaca (the square), Church of St. Lovrinac, St. Peter’s Church, St. Roko’s Church, Podve, Mirje (the largest ancient farm) and the Fisherman’s Museum.
Humac
Humac, once a shepherds’ settlement, is located 7 km east from Jelsa, 350 m above sea level and offers a bird’s eye view of the valleys and headlands on the west side of the Island, yet also providing a view of the Island of Brac and the coastline of Makarska.
The village was established in the XVII ct. At the beginning of the XX ct. the Church of St. John and St. Paul was built. The houses of Humac are well preserved, simple and made of stone. They belong to a unique rural type of architecture and are therefore considered as being an ethnographic monument.
There is an ambiance restaurant open to guests during the summer.
Pitve – Vrisnik – Svirce
These villages managed to preserve their centuries-old rural architecture – small village squares, narrow streets and households that consisted of a house with a courtyard, a well and a small shed for cattle. It is worth taking the 12 km trip to these villages that offer an original and unforgettable experience.
Pitve consists of two parts: Old or Gornje (Upper) Pitve and New or Donje (Lower) Pitve. Gornje Pitve provides the most magnificent view of the large valley, the Island of Brac, the Hvar channel, Jelsa and the surrounding area of Vrboska, Mt. Biokovo and the Makarska coastline.
Vrisnik was built on the slopes of a hill, using drystone support walls that shape the area within which houses, courts and gardens were built, which makes Vrisnik very appealing.
Svirce is situated at the foot of St. Nikola, the highest peak on the Island (626 m), where on a clear day one can see all the way to the Italian coast (152 km), a number of Dalmatian islands and the Adriatic coastline.
Zavala – Ivan Dolac
These two villages are situated on the south side of the Island. From there you can see the small Island of Scedro as well as the Island of Korcula and many small, natural, stone or sand beaches.
There are many coves and headlands that offer guests, traveling alone or in the company of their families, the privacy to enjoy a truly unforgettable experience of swimming in a crystal, blue sea.
Discover Medicinal Plants
During a comfortable stroll visitors can learn about herbs and plants growing on the Island of Hvar, especially those from which essential oils are extracted (sage, chamomile, thyme, fennel, blackberry, lavender and rosemary) that are plentiful on the Island. Strolling can take you to the villages of Pitve and Vrisnik where you can enjoy local specialties or have a picnic.
You can get all the necessary information from Mr. Mico Mijosko Bartulovic (#$85 21 761 736) or in hotel reception areas and travel agencies.
Sport activities
There are plenty of adventure sports to try on Hvar, with leading local specialist Hvar Adventure at the heart of much of the activity. Lose yourself in the Pakleni Islands in a kayak, sailboat or scuba diving, or check out the growing rock climbing challenges on Hvar.
There are plenty of sports to have a go at too, and if you are feeling particularly energetic, why not sign up for the Hvar Half Marathon or the 16km Faros Marathon swimathon?
Gastronomy
Foodies will delight in the gastronomic offer available on Hvar.
Waterfront restaurants prepare the freshest catch from the abundance of the Adriatic, accompanied by an outstanding choice of locally-produced vegetables.
The meat is also excellent, from lamb on the spit to the renowned peka dish (under the bell).
All this is washed down with some of the finest local wines, as the Hvar wine industry is undergoing something of a renaissance and attracting greater international attention.
Some well know wines are Tomić www.bastijana.hr, Plenković www.zlatanotok.hr
Vegetarians have traditionally had a difficult time on Hvar, but things are changing slowly, as some restaurants are waking up to the vegetarian demand.
Families will be pleased to hear this is also the case regarding children’s meals.
There is plenty to discover in Hvar’s restaurants and markets.
Excursions
The early signs of tourism on the Island reach far back into history, as far as ancient history and the Middle Ages, which is best seen by the remains of rustic villas (farm buildings and country houses) all over Hvar’s Agar (valley). During the Middle Ages the Island was visited by many adventurers, naturalists, ethnologists and archaeologists that came to study plants, minerals and ancient monuments.
Organized tourism began in 1868 with the establishment of The Hygienic Society of Hvar headed by Bishop Juraj Dubokovic. The first hotel with 13 single rooms and a restaurant was opened in Samohod-Dubokovics’ house. The first arrival of foreign guests is considered as being the beginning of modern and organized tourism on the Island.
The oldest hotel in Jelsa is Jadran Hotel. It opened in 1911 and had 14 stylishly furnished bedrooms, a restaurant, a beer hall and a reading salon. Many well known guests have stayed at the Hotel including Madeleine Albright, former US Secretary of State, who came there in 1937, as a three-month old baby. Jelsa’s first guidebook was published in 1913.
Towards the end of the 1960’s the construction of hotels, board and lodging, apartments, restaurants, discotheques and other tourist facilities marked a sudden development in tourism and it became the main branch of the economy on the Island.
Wine Growing
The Island of Hvar has an Adriatic climate, warm summers, mild winters and a large number of sunny days, which is favorable for the cultivation of vineyards. The early beginnings of vine cultivation are connected with the arrival of the Greeks in the IV ct. BC.
Today there is a growing interest in high quality domestic wines like Plavac, Drnekusa, Bogdanusa, Parc and many others. There are numerous new winemakers on Hvar who produce excellent wines, both red and white.
The wines from Hvar have become very competitive at wine fairs, winning first prizes and are among the best wines in Croatia.
Tiki Bar
When you are in our camp, spend a pleasant time at “Tiki Bar”.
We are looking forward to your arrival.
If you ever imagine a small heaven on earth then we want to say “Welcome to the Mala – Milna Camp”!
You are interested in staying in our camp contact us with the confidence.