Kayaking Tours in Hvar: 6 We Would Book Ourselves

1.Hvar: Pakleni Islands Self-Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 170 reviews · 1 day Our pick

Start at Bonj Beach near Hotel Amfora, where the Kayak & SUP Hvar team fits you with a sit-on-top kayak, safety gear, and a map. Staff such as Marcus, Reno, Lun, and Marco have helped paddlers set routes to quiet bays, pebble beaches, and island restaurants. A full day gives you up to eight hours to swim, snorkel, eat, and explore at your own pace.

“The guys were so lovely and willing to give us all the information to make the most of our experience. Marvellous experience. PD: make sure to have some cash for eating and drink in the islands”

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2.Private Half-Day Kayak Experience in Hvar and Pakleni Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Set out from Bonj Beach near Hotel Amfora in Hvar with a sit-on-top kayak, map, dry bag, snorkeling gear, and a safety briefing. Paddle independently toward Pakleni beaches and bays, or follow the coast if wind makes the crossing unsafe. Staff such as Marko, Rino, and Jasa are praised for practical route advice and friendly help.

“We hired 4 x double kayaks for our family - ranging in age from 8-70! The advice about when and where to go was brilliant, we had a lovely few hours paddling along the coast and visiting a secluded bay with a lovely bar. The staff are all lovely - would highly recommend.”

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3.Half-day kayak tour from Hvar town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $69

Set out from Hvar with guides such as Ivan, Ivor, Piero, or Mori for a four-hour sea kayaking trip to the Pakleni islands. After a safety briefing, you paddle about 40 minutes to Mlini Beach and nearby coves, with time for swimming, snorkeling, drinks, cliff-jumping, and local stories. Kayaks, PFDs, dry bags, and snorkeling gear are included.

“We had a wonderful time. Very nice and safe experience. It was very safe that we had two guides with us.”

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4.Guided kayaking tour to Pakleni islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $96

Meet your guide at Bonj Beach for a 4 to 6 hour kayak trip from Hvar to the Pakleni Islands. Use stable sit-on-top kayaks, stop at coves and snorkeling spots, and eat at Tri Grede if you wish. Guides such as Marko, Steve, Esteban, and Ti adjust the route to your group.

“Marko took us on the tour of Pakleni Islands, he was very knowledgeable about the local area and very helpful teaching us how to kayak. We ate at a restaurant on one of the islands and it was the best fish we had ever had!! I would 100% recommend this tour.”

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5.Hvar: Stand Up Paddle Board Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 1 hour · from $17Best value

Start at Bonj Beach near Hotel Amfora, where English-speaking staff provide a stable JP Australia board, paddle, life jacket, leash, dry bag, map, and safety briefing. Beginners can practice in sheltered water. Stronger paddlers can reach nearby cliffs or cross toward Ždrilca and Mlini on the Pakleni islands.

“The guides were fantastic—supportive, fun, and made us feel safe even with the choppy water. A thrilling and unforgettable adventure. Highly recommend!”

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6.Hvar: Half day kayak tour to Pakleni islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $68

Join a small group of up to eight for a four-hour kayak trip from Hvar to the Pakleni Islands. Guides Ivan and his team provide safety instruction, kayaks, snorkels, dry bags, and local insight. You will paddle about 40 minutes each way, swim at Mlini Beach, and pause for drinks or snorkeling at Zdrilca Bay.

“Amazing tour through stunning nature. Ivan (the guide) was really nice and knows so much about Hvar and the areas surrounding it! Definitely give this tour a go, even if you're a complete beginner.”

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