The 10 Boat Day Trips in Croatia We Would Book First

1.Montenegro Full-Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Optional Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,212 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $72Our pick

Travel from Dubrovnik into Montenegro by air-conditioned vehicle, stopping in Perast and Kotor, with Budva added on the small-group option. Enjoy free time, dramatic Bay of Kotor views, and an optional boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks. Guides such as Niko, Bo, Adnan, and Robert may lead the day.

“Had a wonderful experience on this tour, amazing views and our tour guide (Adnan) was great with providing explanations and recommendations for all of us It would be helpful to have a mic for the guide - as we have had on other tours - to be able to clearly hear the guide while in the last row in the van, so he doesn’t have to repeat himself”

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2.Krka National Park Day Trip with Boat Ride & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,321 reviews · 8h 30m · from $31

Travel from Split by air-conditioned coach to Krka National Park, where your English-speaking host explains the route before you explore on foot. Follow educational trails past waterfalls, watermills, and an Ethno village, then take a 30-minute river boat to Skradin for a swim and free time. Guides may include Tin, Lorena, Marija, Leo, or Bruno.

“Very good value for this tour. The park is amazing”

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3.Blue Cave, Vis & Hvar Full-Day Trip by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 976 reviews · 10 hours · from $147

Spend 10 hours speeding from Split to Biševo, Vis, Budikovac, the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar. You’ll visit the glowing Blue Cave, swim in clear Adriatic water, explore Komiža and Hvar Town, and travel with an English-speaking skipper and guide. The €18 to €24 Blue Cave ticket costs extra, and rough seas can change the route.

“Well organised, prompt and really friendly service. The boat was comfortable, spacious and clean. All the stops were great and good recommendations were given for each stop. The tour guide Angela and the skipper were great. Highly recommend booking this tour.”

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4.Split/Trogir: Krka National Park Day Trip & Boat to Skradin

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 763 reviews · 8 hours - 510 minutes · from $31

Travel from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Dario, Darijo, Mate, or Rozana. Walk the forest trails to Skradinski Buk, visit old stone workshops and watermills, then take a 30-minute boat ride to Skradin for free time, food, and a swim.

“Informative, friendly and expert guide. Free time allowed to explore the national park at our leisure. Free time again to explore Skradin at our leisure with some recommended spots provided by our guide. And decided to jump at the opportunity for a wine tasting (€15 pp) in Skradin. Highly recommend”

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5.From Zadar: Plitvice Lakes Day Trip with Guide and Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 479 reviews · 10 hours · from $53

Travel from central Zadar to Plitvice Lakes with an English-speaking guide such as Karlo, Tamara, Antonia, or Daniel. You get air-conditioned bus transport, a reserved park entry, electric boat and panoramic train rides, plus about four hours for Route B or C. Bring cash for the separate park ticket, water, snacks, and sturdy shoes.

“antonia was a great guide through the park! kept an easy pace and we had enough time for bathroom and snack breaks. the park itself is breathtaking and absolutely worth the trip!!!”

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6.Split or Trogir: Blue Cave, Vis, and Hvar Speedboat Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 454 reviews · from $128

Spend 11 hours racing across the Adriatic from Split or Trogir with an English-speaking captain and crew. Visit the Blue Cave, Stiniva Cove, Budikovac, the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar. You will swim, snorkel, explore narrow streets, and ride a covered speedboat, with guides such as Ella, Mia, Enzo, and Tomo reported on recent departures.

“Felt that a lot was covered in one day. Could have done without the final stop at the island as by that time most people were ready to head home.”

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7.3 Islands Fun Day Trip by Boat (Host: EN,FR,ES)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 293 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $54Top rated

Sail from Dubrovnik’s Port of Gruž to three Elaphiti Islands on an 8 to 9 hour boat trip. You’ll get three hours on car-free Lopud, short stops on Šipan and Koločep, swimming opportunities, onboard drinks, and commentary in English, French, and Spanish. Lunch is optional, and the boat returns to Gruž.

“A fun "sea day" with opportunities to relax as you pass some beaches... Ideal after the hustle and bustle and heat in Dubrovnik!Auto-translated”

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8.Visit 2 Islands of Zadar on a traditional wooden boat during half-day trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 188 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $26Best value

Spend four easygoing hours on a traditional wooden boat from Zadar, visiting Preko and tiny Ošljak. You get about 90 minutes at each island for swimming, wandering, or snorkeling with provided masks. Skippers such as Gogo, Bart, Ivan, and Joseph have led recent trips, though guiding style and English ability can vary.

“Great information about the places we visited. Beautiful scenery and crystal clear water for swimming.”

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9.Krka Waterfalls Guided Day Trip with Swim & Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 170 reviews

Travel from Split to Krka National Park by bus, walk among its waterfalls, cruise for 30 minutes toward Skradin, and swim in the clear Krka River. Guides such as Stipe add practical tips about Split and Dalmatia. Choose a local wine tasting at Ante Sladić Vino winery or more beach time.

“The tour was well organised. The guide is kind and explains everything, inculuding information about Split, islands etc, not only Krka. I definitely recommend it, as it is great value for the money.”

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10.From Poreč: Boat Day Trip to Rovinj with Fish Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 157 reviews · from $43

Spend seven hours aboard the Kristofor, sailing from Poreč to Rovinj with time for the Old Town, a fresh fish lunch, and an aperitif. Depending on the season, swim to a pirate cave in Limski Kanal or visit Vrsar. Guides speak Croatian, English, German, and Italian.

“The guys on the boat were great - Rovinj was lovely especially the rickety steps in the bell tower - well worth doing the trip.”

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