Croatia · ROVINJ TOURS
Istria’s prettiest harbour town, with dolphins offshore and the Lim fjord up the coast. These 15 compare the sunset sailings, the dolphin boats and the truffle days inland, priced, with sailing times.
Join the Lidija Tours crew in Vrsar for a two-hour sunset cruise along the Istrian coast and nearby islands. Your captain takes you toward areas where dolphins often swim, while you enjoy wine, water, or orange juice. The boat is wheelchair accessible, dogs are allowed, and a smaller wooden boat may be used.
“It was a very nice experience. We saw lots of dolphins and beautiful views!”
Join the family-run Stupica boat at Villas Rubin for a relaxed sunset cruise along Rovinj’s coast. You’ll swim for about 30 minutes, jump from the boat, enjoy included alcoholic and soft drinks with fruit and snacks, and search for wild dolphins. The cruise ends with sunset views of Rovinj’s old town.
“Amazing trip on the boat. The crew incredible and all the facilites. I love that familly!!100% recomended!!😉😉”
Set out from Valdibora with guides speaking English, Italian, and Croatian. Cruise past Rovinj Island and nearby islets, stop in an area where dolphins are often seen, and finish with sunset views over the Adriatic. The crew provides grappa, white wine, orange juice, or water. Bring a warm layer and arrive early to find the meeting point.
“Tony our crew was very friendly and provided information on places to dine which we follow up on.”
Set out from Vrsar with an English-speaking skipper such as Dino, Ivan, Peter, or Aleks to search for wild Adriatic dolphins. The 90-minute sunset trip uses a fast boat, keeps dolphins at a respectful distance, and includes a full refund if none are seen. Small boats hold up to 15 people, and pets are welcome.
“A little bit disorganised at the beginning. Big crowd around the stand and no representative. However I was resolved and by 7.10 we got onto boat. After that it was perfect. The sunset was beautiful and we caught a glimpse of the dolphins, which was magical. A good experience”
Meet the crew at the Pirate Boat Sveta Ana in Vrsar for a two-hour Adriatic cruise. An experienced captain tracks likely dolphin activity while you enjoy panoramic views, complimentary drinks, and Istrian white wine. English, Croatian, German, and Italian support is available, and dogs are welcome.
Join the local Croatian crew of Boat Sveta Ana for a short cruise from Vrsar through 10-kilometer Lim Fjord. Sip wine, lemonade, or water, stop for 50 minutes near Pirate's Cave, swim in clear water, and climb 50 steps inside the cave. German audio is included, but the host and crew speak Croatian.
From Poreč, spend about two hours exploring Rovinj, then cruise the Lim Fjord on a traditional wooden boat. Choose grilled fish, meat, or vegetarian lunch, sip wine, stop at a pirate cave, and finish with free time at Vrsar beach. The friendly Victoria Tours crew speaks English, German, Italian, and Croatian.
“Excellent experience.Delightful sail and a very friendly crew and owner. Would recommend without reservation”
Join Massimo and the local crew aboard the Bikini catamaran from Rovinj’s ACI marina. Enjoy a relaxed sunset cruise, views of the old town from the water, stories about local life, and a chance to spot dolphins. The small group and front net make this a more personal outing than a crowded boat trip.
“We had a wonderful boat tour! in advance all the details for the start of the activity and the meeting location were given to us via whatsapp. We could bring some snacks on board which was perfect because the activity took part around dinner time. The group on board was not very big, so it was a chill atmosphere and you didn't feel like "one of the many tourists". We would recommened it anytime! :))”
Cruise from Vrsar along Istria’s calm coast to Lim Bay and its Pirate Cave, then continue to Rovinj for two hours of free time. You can swim, browse the market, visit galleries, and enjoy included drinks aboard a smaller wooden boat or similar vessel. A Croatian, English, German, Italian, or regional-language host helps run the trip.
“von der Abfahrt bis zur Rückkehr super! Getränke inklusive.”
From Vrsar, you board a shared speedboat for a 90-minute search for wild Adriatic dolphins at sunset. An English-speaking skipper such as Peter looks for the pod, explains dolphin behavior, and keeps a respectful distance. The boat holds up to 15 people, and the advertised price is $30.25 per person.
“Really a very good boat trip. There were a lot of boats on the water, but our skipper was relaxed and didn't go where everyone else went and because of that we often saw several dolphins up close. My son was also allowed to sail/steerAuto-translated”
Join guide Dado from Cuvi Beach for a relaxed four-hour tandem-kayak trip through Rovinj’s islands and islets. You’ll paddle, snorkel, swim, explore an uninhabited island, and possibly cliff-jump. No experience is needed, but you must swim and be comfortable getting wet.
“Dado, thank you for an unforgettable experience! We enjoyed every part of this journey and would definitely recommend this to anyone looking out for a kayak tour!”
Paddle from Porton Biondi to Sveta Katarina Island with guides Andrea or Ricki. After about 30 minutes, swim and snorkel in clear water, walk to the cliffs, try a jump if you like, and return with drinks, safety gear, and tour photos included.
“Andrea was a great and nice guide showing the beautiful parts and telling the history around Rovinj Also showed some nice cliff jumping spots and jumped with us”
Set sail from Rovinj on a handcrafted 10-meter boat with local hosts, including Romy and Jo, for a private 3.5-hour trip around Katerina, Figarola, and Sv. Ivan. You can help sail, swim, snorkel, paddleboard, or relax in a Brazilian hammock while enjoying homemade tapas and local wine.
“We had a great time sailing with Romy and Jo! The food, wine, paddleboarding, and cliff jumping were a highlight of our trip! If you are ever in Rovinj you must do this!”
Spend four hours on a wooden boat from Rovinj’s northern port, passing the Old Town before swimming at Sv. Ivan and Dvije Sestrice. You’ll get 1.5 hours at the first island, a shorter sea stop, canapés, drinks, and fruit. The small-group feel suits families and relaxed swimmers, but not non-swimmers or anyone prone to seasickness.
“Het was een kleine groep waardoor je alles goed kon zien op de boot en het eiland. De omgeving was fantastisch en de verzorging onderweg was top! Wij hebben echt genoten van deze boottocht!”
Spend seven hours sailing from Poreč to Rovinj aboard the Kristofor, with time to roam Rovinj’s cobbled Old Town, enjoy a fresh fish lunch and aperitif, and stop at Limski Kanal or Vrsar. Guides speak Croatian, English, German, and Italian. The route changes by season, so check which stop is planned before booking.
“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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