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Boat Tours in Zadar: 15 Worth the Money

31 tours  ·  from $20

Pick from the 15 boat tours in Zadar below. Each one carries its price, its duration and the single detail that decides whether it belongs in your week.

Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz - Ošljak: a quiet island and a calm first swim
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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz

1.Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 774 reviews · from $34Our pick

Set out from Foša Harbor with a local skipper such as Mauro, Nino, Ari, or Edi for a roughly four-hour cruise around Ošljak, Kali, and the waters near Ugljan. Swim from quiet bays, try fresh fish in a traditional village, use the supplied full-face mask, and enjoy Aperol Spritz or Prosecco on board. The group is limited to about 10 people.

“super nice spots for snorkeling, smooth journey, good drinks and nice information from Mauro”

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Zadar Half Day Sailing Trip - Swimming and snorkeling near Ugljan
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Zadar Half Day Sailing Trip

2.Zadar Half Day Sailing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 413 reviews · 4 hours · from $49

Sail the Zadar Channel in a small group of up to nine with an English-speaking skipper such as Petar or Ante. Stop for swimming and snorkeling near Ugljan, walk around Preko, then pass Zadar’s Sea Organ on the way back. Expect a relaxed pace, scenic views, and sailing time that depends on the wind.

“We had a great time and couldn't have asked for a friendlier skipper!”

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Zadar: Sunset & Nighttime Cruise with Sparkling Wine - From Marina Tankerkomerc to the open water
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Zadar: Sunset & Nighttime Cruise with Sparkling Wine

3.Zadar: Sunset & Nighttime Cruise with Sparkling Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 397 reviews · from $40

Spend 90 minutes on a small sunset cruise from Zadar Marina Tankerkomerc. Sip sparkling wine as guides such as Sabrina, Dominik, Danko, Tony, or Luka point out the Sea Organ, Lion Gate, UNESCO-listed walls, bridge, and Old Town from the water. Expect a relaxed ride, city stories, and a breezy return after dark.

“Sabrina, our guide, skipper & waitress was excellent! Knowledgeable & friendly. Told us all about the attractions and poured the wine! Excellent tour, would definitely recommend it.”

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Zadar: Boat Tour with Unlimited Wine & 3 Stops - Kukljica: your first 45-minute stop
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Zadar: Boat Tour with Unlimited Wine & 3 Stops

4.Zadar: Boat Tour with Unlimited Wine & 3 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 393 reviews · from $40

Spend four hours aboard a 120-year-old wooden boat from Zadar, with unlimited white wine, water, juices, and snorkeling gear included. Swim at Kukljica and a weather-dependent bay, then visit the fishing village of Kali. English-speaking crew, cash docking fees, and no hotel pickup.

“Great activity, would of been better if we had had one other swimming stop, but overall great !”

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Zadar: Half-Day Island-Hopping and Lagoons Cruise with Fruit - Following the coast of Ugljan
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Zadar: Half-Day Island-Hopping and Lagoons Cruise with Fruit

5.Zadar: Half-Day Island-Hopping and Lagoons Cruise with Fruit

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 385 reviews · from $35

Leave Zadar’s Port of Zadar for a relaxed half-day cruise to lagoons near Rivanj, a sandy Ugljan beach, and the small island of Školjc. You’ll swim, use apnea gear, eat fresh family-garden fruit, and enjoy homemade white wine. Guides such as Goran, Joseph, and Antonio tailor stops when sea conditions allow.

“Without a doubt the VERY BEST half-day boat trip I’ve ever had, made truly special by Goran!!! Driver, diver, a true fighter and an amazing guide as well, who provided us infos, cold drinks, good music and amazing vibes along the way. He also showed us a wonderful, hidden beach with crystal-clear water where we could swim and dive. Make sure to go for this trip from Zadar, and ask for Goran, if possible!”

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Zadar: Boat tour Half day -Private - Ošljak: a tiny island with room to slow down
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Zadar: Boat tour Half day -Private

6.Zadar: Boat tour Half day -Private

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 354 reviews

Set out from Zadar with skipper Natko on a private five-hour trip aboard a 7-meter motorboat. Visit Ošljak, Galevac, and Ugljan, swim in quiet bays, use the provided snorkeling gear, and stop in island villages for food or a walk. Drinks, fuel, and the Galevac visit are included.

“Natko was very attentive and helpful, highly recommend this excursion!”

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From Zadar: Private Boat Tour to Croatian Islands - Ošljak, a small island for swimming
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From Zadar: Private Boat Tour to Croatian Islands

7.From Zadar: Private Boat Tour to Croatian Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 313 reviews

Take a private four-hour boat trip from Zadar for up to six people, with fuel and skipper included. Choose stops such as Ošljak, Preko, Kostanj, or Frnaza, then swim, snorkel, walk, or relax at your own pace. Skippers including Ivan, Bruno, Tom, and Matte are praised for friendly service and local insight.

“Ivan was a very nice guide and skipper taking us to the different islands and telling us about them and what makes them special. We had a great time!”

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Zadar: 3-Stop Blue Lagoon & Snorkeling Cruise with Drinks - Stop one: the Blue Lagoon bay
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Zadar: 3-Stop Blue Lagoon & Snorkeling Cruise with Drinks

8.Zadar: 3-Stop Blue Lagoon & Snorkeling Cruise with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 309 reviews · from $35

Cruise from Zadar in a small group of up to 10 people, stopping at a clear Blue Lagoon bay, a Dalmatian village, and Preko. You get snorkeling gear, drinks, scenic boat rides, and a skipper such as Roko, Mateo, Gogo, or Mario. Allow for a €10 cash docking fee, plus your own food.

“Just wonderfully!! Such a professional from the beginning till the end . First we were welcomed by the agent Agnieszka who explained everything and reassured where to wait and which boat is ours! There was a lot of people and different companies but definitely this one is best organised from what we have observed. You can see all crew is very dedicated to their jobs . Skipper was super friendly and helpful! Explained everything along the way and offered drinks . 4 hrs went so quick but was absolutely worth it and it was just enough to enjoy the islands . We got a discounts for next tour with them…”

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Zrce: Novalja Boat Party Booze Cruise - What happens during the three-hour cruise
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Zrce: Novalja Boat Party Booze Cruise

9.Zrce: Novalja Boat Party Booze Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 224 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Join the Zrće Booze Cruise from Novalja for three hours of resident DJs, dancing, drinking games, all-inclusive cocktails, beer, wine, soft drinks, and a 30-minute swim stop. English-speaking hosts, a VIP area, and departures twice daily make this an easy pick for adults seeking a loud, social party on Pag Island.

“Incroyable, si t’aime l’alcool et la fete fonce”

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Zadar: 3 Islands Snorkeling Cruise with Prosecco - The first 30 minutes: Zadar from the water
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Zadar: 3 Islands Snorkeling Cruise with Prosecco

10.Zadar: 3 Islands Snorkeling Cruise with Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 222 reviews · from $31

Join a small group of up to 11 people for a three-hour Gozzo boat trip from Foša Harbor. Your English-speaking skipper, often Mate, Martin, Theo, or another local crew member, takes you past Zadar and out to three island stops for swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing, fruit, water, and prosecco.

“Matte and Leo were excellent guides Lovely people and very easy to talk to Ensured everyone had a good time Boat lovely and comfortable sitting on the front to sun bathe to 2 swimming stops Definitely recommend Our trip only had 8 people on total Felt very personal and not commercial Definitely recommend”

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Visit 2 Islands of Zadar on a traditional wooden boat during half-day trip - Ošljak is the quieter stop for swimming and snorkeling
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Visit 2 Islands of Zadar on a traditional wooden boat during half-day trip

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

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

Cruise from Zadar to Preko and Ošljak aboard a traditional wooden boat, with about 90 minutes on each island. Swim from a sandy beach, wander among cafés, or use the included mask to snorkel near Ošljak. Skippers such as Gogo, Bart, Ivan, and Joseph have helped make this a friendly, easygoing outing, though guiding in English can vary.

“The boat ride and snorkeling was an awesome experience. It was a value for the money and great memory with the family and friends.”

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Zadar: Sunset Cruise on Traditional Boat with Wine - Cruising toward the sunset for 90 minutes
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Zadar: Sunset Cruise on Traditional Boat with Wine

12.Zadar: Sunset Cruise on Traditional Boat with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 168 reviews · from $40

Join an English-speaking crew aboard Branimir, a 120-year-old two-masted wooden boat, for a 90-minute sunset cruise from Zadar’s lighthouse pier. You’ll see the old town from the water, listen to music, and help yourself to unlimited white wine, juice, and water. Weather can change the schedule.

“The wooden ship was beautiful and the trip around the harbour was just the right duration. The day we took the cruise didn't have the most spectacular sunset I've seen in Zadar but it was still well worth the journey. The price was good value and I'd recommend this excursion.”

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From Zadar: Full day sailing tour - The route depends on the skipper and the wind
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From Zadar: Full day sailing tour

13.From Zadar: Full day sailing tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 158 reviews · from $65

Set out from Zadar at 9:00 am for an eight-hour sailing day around the archipelago. Your skipper may shape the route toward Ošljak or Ugljan, with time for swimming, snorkeling, fishing, island walks, and lunch at your own expense. Skippers including Sasha, Philip, Dario, Tino, and Alan have led this relaxed outing.

“The guide was incedibly nice (Saša) and informative. Unfotunatly, 3.5 of the 8 hours of the trip where "land breaks" and only one hour was acutal sailing. Maybe move lunch forward, so the afternoon, which is windy can be used for sailing. The land stops were beautiful, though not what we booked the tour form”

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From Zadar: Half-day Boat Tour to the islands - The ride toward Ugljan and Galavec
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From Zadar: Half-day Boat Tour to the islands

14.From Zadar: Half-day Boat Tour to the islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 134 reviews · from $41

Join skipper Marin, or another English-speaking local skipper, at Obala kneza Branimira 29 for a four-hour trip from Zadar. Visit Preko on Ugljan and Galavec, stop in clear-water bays for swimming and snorkeling, enjoy cold drinks, and pass the Sea Organ on the return. The boat holds no more than 10 people.

“We really enjoyed this tour. Boris, our skipper, was great. It was very relaxing and we really enjoyed the opportunity to snorkel and swim. Would recommend.”

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Zadar: Sunset Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz - Starting beside Foša and the Land Gate
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Zadar: Sunset Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz

15.Zadar: Sunset Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 125 reviews · from $30

Join MOLO at Foša Harbor for a 75-minute sunset cruise along Zadar’s coast. Your English- or Croatian-speaking guide shares city stories while music plays and you enjoy an included Aperol Spritz. Guides such as Mateo, Karolina, Edgar, Julian, and Karlo have been praised for their friendly style. Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early.

“It was so good. Julian was so nice! Thanks for the good Tour. Regards from the to girls from Germany/ Bosnia”

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New in Boat Tours in Zadar

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★ 4.8Private Boat tour with refreshing drinks ZadarFrom $6413 reviews
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★ 5.0From Zadar: Private Half-Day Sailing Trip6 reviews
★ 5.0From Zadar: Ugljan Beach and Villages Private Sailboat Tour13 reviews
★ 4.6From Zadar: Private Half Day Sailing Tour8 reviews
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