Karlić truffles - GIR Ltd.
Gourmet grocery store · Istarska ·

Karlić truffles - GIR Ltd.

Gourmet grocery store · Istarska ·

Truffle hunting tours, tastings, shop, and dining with dogs

Karlić truffles - GIR Ltd. by Photo courtesy of Karlić Family

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Paladini 14, 52420, Buzet, Croatia Get directions

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Paladini 14, 52420, Buzet, Croatia Get directions

+385 52 667 304
karlictartufi.hr
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"Some of the most fun you can have in Istria involves roaming the forests around the medieval town of Motovun with the Karlić family, hunting for truffles. Based in a tiny village near Buzet, the Karlićs have been in business since the 1960s—the third generation runs things today—and are veritable experts when it comes to finding both white and black truffles. During the family’s two-hour truffle-hunting experience, guests get to learn all about the tradition, the variety of truffles found in Istria, and the dogs trained to sniff for treasure underneath ancient oak trees. Plus, they get to taste a variety of different truffle products."

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Karlić truffles - GIR Ltd.

Kristen G.

Google
We throughly enjoyed our private truffle hunting tour with Benjamin! A unique experience in a beautiful location! Benjamin was very warm and friendly as he spent time with us in the forest with his hunting dog ,Lela. I highly recommend booking the experience with the 3 course truffle meal that follows. So delicious and worth every penny! The view and venue is beautiful! The owners daughter was one of the chefs, and we loved speaking with her and meeting her hunting dog… the famous, “Bubica!”

Quincy S.

Google
We had an amazing truffle hunting tour with Karlić! The team was super friendly and everything was very well organized. We even found two white truffles! The tasting and food afterwards were excellent, and the venue added to the whole experience. Highly recommend!

Bettina K.

Google
Just wonderful. We had an amazing day. It was very educational. The hunt with the dogs so much fun. The food delicious the views breathtaking and the staff professional but authentic and full of warmth. Thanks you for this experience - worth every penny.

Дмитрий Д.

Google
We spent an unforgettable day at Karlić Tartufi on a white truffle hunting experience, and it exceeded all our expectations! 🌿🐕🍄 The atmosphere, nature, amazing truffle dogs, and the friendly team made this adventure truly special. We want to express our deepest gratitude to our guide Filip — from the very beginning he set the tone, introduced us to the world of truffles, shared fascinating facts, showed us how real truffle hunting works, and made us feel like part of this unique tradition. The tasting after the walk was a real delight. Everything was delicious, heartfelt, and prepared with love — from homemade products to wine and signature truffle specialties. If you are visiting Istria, this place is an absolute must! It’s not just a gastronomic experience, but a cultural journey into the world of truffles and the people who truly live and breathe this craft ❤️ Thank you, Karlić Tartufi, for the incredible emotions, and thank you, Filip, for your warmth, professionalism, and amazing energy! We will definitely be back 👏✨

Sandra M.

Google
Our favorite experience during our visit to Croatia. Karlic tartufi lets you join a licensed truffle hunter and her dogs as they scour the local forest for these elusive (and valuable) treasures. It was fun watching the dogs hunt, as they get very excited about their work. And the cooperation of the truffle hunter and her canines is wonderful to see. Afterwards, we were treated to all kinds of truffle delicacies in a beautiful restaurant setting overlooking the Istrian hill country. We also spent time in their adorable shop hunting truffle treasures of our own. Book it. You won’t regret it.

Lee E.

Google
It's really an interesting and unforgettable experience. Although it was a rainy day, it didn't affect our hunting. Guided by an experienced guide with 2 lovely dogs, we successfully hunted several small piece of white truffle. We had a delicious meal after the tour. Highly recommended.

Shannon M.

Google
Wow. I had THE BEST time here in July ‘24. I was expecting to carry around a basket while skipping around noisy pigs and hoped to pick up a few mushrooms and then imagined a flimsy table with a few plastic spoons and jars of truffle stuff to sample, pressure to buy stuff and then moving on with my day. And…. I would have been happy with that. The reality was: a friendly greeting, a brief (like 30-second drive) to the truffle orchard, a walk around with some sweet dogs while the local guide shared the history and their experience while suddenly running at high speeds to get a truffle from a dog, walking up a steep hill and then driving back to the main welcome area and entering a previously unnoticed, stunning dinning room where a lovely local woman fed us a charcuterie board with various truffles mixtures and fresh breads, wine, fruit, then an incredible truffle omelet, and then a type of doughnut ball with truffles.the view from the dining area is stunning, the space was so clean and friendly and relaxing. Everything I ate was insanely delicious. I felt like I was a very welcome and loved guest in a locals home. It was an unforgettable experience and I would love to go back someday!! If I’m ever in Croatia again or hear of anyone going, I’ll absolutely and highly recommend everyone visit this place!! I wish I was there RIGHT NOW!!!!

Ellinor G.

Google
We went to the 3 hour long truffelhunting experience and had a great time. We found a couple of truffles in the wood and learned a lot about truffles. The hunter was very calm and nice to the dogs. The food afterwards was delicious, and we could hang around whilst it was prepared. The store had a big selection of truffelproducts and more!