All ISSA events are conducted in English or in “naš”. We are not able to provide organized translation, but if you need language support we’ll try to organize it, at least by pairing you up with people who speak your language/s and can help out.

We usually rely on our friends from Pirkotova Lula Bar to provide cosy atmosphere, good vibes and lovely music to our guests. You are always welcome to drop by, have a drink and eat a sandwich (until 19h).

For any ISSA events, we are usually organizing collective transportation from Komiža (and sometimes Vis). Please, follow instructions on how to take it for each specific event.

ISSA can only be reached on foot via a 1km long mountain path through the woods (from the parking spot). The path first climbs from approximately 380m to 430m of altitude, then it becomes more flat and pleasant, descending to the site at 400m.

Extra cars are always useful. If you need transportation or have extra seats, share the info.

You can also enjoy a hike to ISSA. The hike from Komiža takes about one hour.

In the spring and in autumn, when most of ISSA programs are taking place, the weather might be unstable so it’s wise to bring comfortable waterproof shoes, extra set of clothes, and a raincoat, just in case.

We usually provide working gloves, but as sometimes a lot of people shows up, it would be helpful if you could bring your own pair.

We try to provide lunch and snacks for everyone during working/learning days uphill.

Please bring your drinking water. Running water is available in the kitchen and the shower/toilet, although it is not suitable for drinking. Please be conscious about using water.

One compost toilet is available for use uphill. Please use it only for pooing.

Please, be conscious about producing trash. Anything you bring uphill, you should also bring down with you. If you are smoking, please, make sure you throw your cigarette butts in ashtrays/trash.

There is plenty of animal life uphill. Although our friends might be shy when a lot of people gather, you can nevertheless stumble upon lizards, snakes, mice, rats, wasps, bees, spiders, birds. They are all harmless. If you are allergic to wasps/bees, please, take precautions.

Our working actions vary in character and difficulty. You could be carrying bags with sand or wooden planks to the site, doing stone-hunting, wood processing, clearing the terrain – “discovering” new paths, making dry stonewalls, or many other things. Of course, it is your choice.

Please, be careful! Don’t work with tools you are not comfortable with, especially power tools. We count on you to act responsibly.

ISSA events usually take place at different locations, of which some are not easily accessible — ISSA school up the hill the least. Let us know if you need support to reach and move around the hill, about your needs for the town events (stairs, toilets…), if you get tired easily and need a comfortable resting place.

Depending on your needs and preferences we will try to organize mobility support. Many hands make lighter do-it-together work – we will do our best to overcome obstacles.

Non-adult and non-human friends and family members are very welcome. We can self-organize for mutual support and group care-taking.

Komiža has two bakeries and two smaller supermarkets. Larger supermarkets are located in the vicinity of Vis.

Restaurants and bars are plentiful during summer season, since mid-May to mid-October, but are closed outside the season.

Outside season hotel Biševo might be a good option to stay or take breakfast and/or dinner, even if you are not a hotel guest. It might be a practical and relatively affordable way to solve the food issue. Both breakfast and dinner are served as a buffet with vegetarian options (not great, not terrible). You can book your meal at the hotel reception.

Coming by plane

If you are arriving at Split airport, there is a regular shuttle bus from the airport to the Split ferry port, every 45 minutes. The ticket costs 8 euros, it is purchased on the bus. The bus waits outside of the terminal and arrives at the bus station, right next to the harbor. The ride takes approximately 30 minutes.

Coming by bus or train

Bus and train station are across the street from the harbour.

Boat transport from Split to Vis island

There are only three boats daily from Split to Vis outside of season, two ferries and one catamaran/speed-boat. If you are coming by car, you need to take the ferry.

You can check the schedule and buy the tickets online in advance, or in person at Jadrolinija or Krilo counters in the Split harbor. The speed-boat is smaller and there are fewer tickets. Buying the tickets in advance might be a good idea. The ferry is big and there is no worry about the tickets (unless you are coming with a car, especially during summer season).

In spring/autumn the weather conditions might vary. If it’s very windy, the speed-boat might be unpleasant or cancelled. You can check the cancellation updates online. If you are prone to sea- sickness, it’s better to opt for the ferry.

Bus transport on the island

There is a regular bus line between Vis and Komiža towns. The bus schedule is synced with the arrival/departure of boats. The bus station is located in the ferry port on the right of the unloading ferry ramp. The ticket costs 3,5 euros and is purchased on the bus. The ride takes approximately 15 minutes.

Komiža has only one hotel — Biševo, a modest but decent two star hotel. There is also plenty of private accommodation which you can find via the usual platforms.

Please note that wild camping is prohibited on the island. You might not face significant trouble if you camp for a few days, however we are not equipped to accommodate people uphill at ISSA.

Emergencies and medical help: 112

HGSS (Croatian Mountain Rescue Service): 112

Medical services

Komiža Health Clinic
Komiških iseljenika 2
Phone number: +385 21 713 300

Vis Health Clinic
Obala Sv. Jurja 6
Phone number: +385 21 711 633