Top Zadar Adventure Tours

See more of the Zadar Archipelago in less time on a small-group island-hopping speedboat tour. Rather than spending hours planning ferries and island connections, cruise directly to hidden coves, swimming spots, and pretty fishing villages. Snorkel in crystal-clear waters, soak up the sun on deck, and enjoy a welcome drink. End the day with a cruise around Zadar’s Old Town under the magical colors of the sunset.

The ride takes you through forest trails, scenic gravel roads, wide open fields, and even to a natural fresh water spring where you can pause, refresh, and take in the peaceful surroundings. Along the way, you’ll be treated to incredible views at every turn – from the shimmering Adriatic Sea and its countless islands, to Vransko Lake, the Velebit mountain range, and the jaw-dropping panorama from the top of Kamenjak, one of the most beautiful viewpoints in all of Dalmatia.

This small-group half-day tour takes you to the beautiful island of Osljak and the village of Preko in a day. To help make the day as seamless and hassle-free as possible, snorkeling gear is provided on the boat, as well as alcoholic drinks, so you can toast the trip, without factoring in expensive bar tabs.

Situated on the Adriatic Sea, Zadar has many small islands off the coast that hide some stunning natural sights to uncover. Hop aboard a speedboat on this half-day small-group boat tour and explore Ošljak—the smallest inhabited island in the Adriatic Sea—the historical sights on the Galevac islet, and the pristine beaches of Preko.

The Zadar Archipelago is made up of hundreds of islands and islets. Explore some of the region’s most popular spots on this small-group boat tour. Swim in the crystal clear ocean waters of Blue Bay Otrić, explore the protected forests on Ošljak—Croatia’s smallest inhabited island—or grab some souvenirs from the town of Preko. Decide how you want to spend your time swimming, snorkeling, or relaxing on the boat.

Escape the crowds—and the big, busy cruise ships—and set sail around Zadar’s islands on this small-boat cruise. Visit two idyllic islands, Ugljan and Galavec, seek out tranquil beaches and hidden coves to swim and snorkel, or relax on deck and admire the views as you sip an included cold drink. Traveling on a small boat means you can also sail closer to shore and see Zadar’s famous Sea Organ from the water.

Explore the best of Dugi Otok on this full-day experience. Travel to it in style by speedboat. Look out for the city's famous Sea Organ and learn its working principle as you speed away from the port. Explore the ship wreck St. Michele sunken at 3-5m sea depth with provided snorkeling equipment. Swim inside unreal Golubinka sea cave. Try cliff jumping closely. Jump in Dragon's Eye hole nearby. Swim at Veli Zal blue lagoon beach. Or stay at the boat and enjoy relaxing at the sun or in the Bimini shade. Visit Sakarun Beach, the most famous beach in Croatia! Speed across the water to the Veli Rat lighting house. This 42m high tower is ideal for amazing selfies and/or stunning landscape pictures. Taste local island's kitchen in one of the best affordable restaurant (own expense) or enjoy free time at beach nearby. Navigate to underground Boat Shelter. Finish the tour with stunning look of military complex during cold war. Enjoy another thrilling ride back to Zadar!

Enjoy a hassle-free way to tour the waterfalls of Krka National Park—and leave the planning to someone one—with this round-trip transfer service from Zadar. Depart in the morning from your local accommodation, and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, thanks to the pre-booked tickets (additional expense), skip the long lines and head right in. Enjoy free time to swim, sunbathe, and more before returning to Zadar.

A great choice for time-tight travelers who are keen to see more of the Zadar archipelago, this half-day boat tour takes you on an adventure to tick off two islands—Preko and Osljak. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing between a morning and an afternoon departure, and benefit from the perk of having snorkeling gear included. The tour departs from Zadar Boat Tours - Private & Group Expeditions, providing a convenient starting point.

This sightseeing excursion in Kornati National Park offers visitors to Zadar a day to spend in the pristine waters of the Adriatic Sea. With the use of snorkeling equipment and breakfast on board the vessel plus a restaurant lunch, everything is taken care of. All you need to do is bring your own swimsuit, towel, and shoes, and watch the isles of the Dalmatian coast glide by.

The Zadar Archipelagos houses many hidden coves and beaches that tourists might miss if they stick to the land. Hop aboard a boat and explore off the Zadar coast, discovering the islands of Galevac, Oslijak, and Ugljan on this half-day small-group boat tour. Dive into the refreshing ocean waters for a snorkel, or explore the islands by foot, enjoying panoramic views of the archipelagos.

Sail with us, not because we are the best, but because we are different and unique. Among the many excursion options available, my goal is to offer something different, allowing you to experience the true spirit of Dalmatia. I hope we will meet soon and enjoy sailing together. Our last tour of the day, departing at 7:00 PM, is a little different. It is designed around the sunset experience: first, you will enjoy swimming in the Green Lagoon, and then we will sail to the middle of the channel, to the perfect spot for watching a breathtaking Dalmatian sunset. Enjoy your tour im small grups . Docking and anchoring fee in protect area (10 euro per person)

Step aboard San Luca Magno, a beautifully restored traditional wooden motor-sailing boat, and experience the Adriatic the way it was meant to be — slow, scenic, and unforgettable. This four-hour cruise blends comfort, authenticity, and breathtaking coastal views into one seamless journey.

Your adventure starts from Zadar (Depart: 07:45 Dražanica Bay, 08:00 Foša Harbour). Enjoy breakfast and drinks onboard as your multilingual guide shares stories while we cruise towards Kornati National Park. Watch for playful dolphins and see the famous Kornati "crowns"—majestic cliffs rising from the sea. We then dock at the private Mana Island, where we have exclusive access, guaranteeing no crowds. You get a full 2 hours to swim, cliff jump, or snorkel (gear provided). Climb to the hilltop to see a timeless movie set village and enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the archipelago. The highlight is a traditional Dalmatian lunch with local wine, served at your native family's private Captain's House, nestled among ancient olive trees. Return to Zadar is scheduled for 18:00 (Foša - Old town) and 18:15 (Dražanica).

Velebit, longest Croatian mountain range, abounds in nature diversity, unique karst landscapes and history. Our daily excursion Velebit Photo Safari by Land Rover Defender enables You to explore a part of our mythic mountain. We shall visit its south part where you'll be enjoying its wild nature, karst forms, beautiful views of Adriatic sea, Zadar archipelago on one, and Paklenica National Park and Sveto brdo summit on the other side. Our experienced guides will tell you about the Velebit mountain nature, history, culture and the traditional lifestyle of our grandparents. We'll drive to the foothills of Tulove grede – a picturesque limestone cliff as well as the impressive Zrmanja Canyon. After sightseeing, we'll have lunch on a mountain farm.

We will spend the day exploring the island of Dugi otok ( Long Island ) and surrounding islets with a new 8m long speedboat with a lot's of stops for swimming and snorkeling. You will swim and snorkel in the crystal clear turquoise sea on the most beautiful beaches on our way. Experience snorkelling on an 18th century sunken shipwreck and swimming into the majestic Golubinka sea cave and Dragon’s Eye natural phenomenon formed by the wear of the limestone rock in which it is located. Relax and enjoy at the most picturesque sandy beach in Croatia - Sakarun beach. If you like nature, adventure, snorkeling, photography, good vibes, good music, beaches, sea & sun this tour is excellent choice for you. Me and my colleague Marin will be your tour guides on this unique sea experience. Join us for this full day boat tour at the sea and let us share our passion with you. You can use our GoPro underwater camera and create some unique underwater photos and videos for your memories from Croatia.

This tour gives you a real chance to explore Zadar coast in a small group onboard a luxury speedboat. The skipper will guide you the whole time of the tour and provide cold drinks during the trip. You will be able to try snorkeling with the equipment we provide in the most beautiful crystal clear waters of Croatian coast. For your convenience the cold refreshments are available onboard for you

Forget the restrictions of a full-day itinerary with a hassle-free transfer to Krka National Park from Zadar, ideal for independent travelers. Travel the distance with ease via private vehicle, saving time finding a meeting point with hotel pickup and drop-off included, then enjoy free time to sightsee in the natural reserve at your own pace with your included entrance tickets.

Experience the world’s most beautiful sunset from the best possible perspective—directly from the crystal-clear waters of Zadar! Join our authentic, family-run boat cruise for an unforgettable 1.5-hour evening journey filled with romantic views and genuine Dalmatian flavors.As the sun begins to dip below the horizon, relax on deck with unlimited local wine and soft drinks. Captain Milko will serve a traditional homemade tasting selection prepared fresh by our family just before the tour. Depending on the day, you will enjoy freshly baked authentic doughs like local focaccia or traditional fisherman's pie, beautifully paired with local salted sardines. Watch the sky turn into vibrant shades of orange and pink along the historic Zadar waterfront.We will cruise right past the famous Sea Organ and Monument to the Sun, allowing you to listen to nature's unique music from the water. It is the perfect way to end your day in Croatia!

Dugi Otok is an island in the Adriatic Sea off the coast of Zadar. Head out to the island for an adrenaline-fuelled day of discovery on this full-day small-group tour that includes a speedboat cruise through the Zadar archipelago. Stop for a dip in the ocean or snorkeling before continuing on to explore sunken shipwrecks, white beaches, and crystal clear seas.

Let me take you on a exciting full day sightseeing trip that also includes some hiking to various points of interest, during which we'll visit mountains, caves and rivers of Zadar area. Our emphasis will be on UNESCO protected Velebit mountain range, the most beautiful in Croatia, which offers fantastic scenery and views. First we will visit attractive viewpoints to Maslenica bridge and river Zrmanja. Then we will cross over the Velebit range via historic Master's Road and pass below scenic limestone cliffs of Tulove Grede, where we will do a 1.30h long easy and scenic hike with great views. From there we will continue over the Velebit range and descend down its heavily forested northern side to mountainous Lika region and proceed to visit beautiful Cerovačke Špilje (Cerovac Caves) (entrance to both caves is 15€ or 18€ in mid summer season). After cave visit we will cross Velebit again and descend to river Zrmanja for a refreshing swim in its crystal clear waters (summer season).

Enjoy a day away from urban Zadar with a boat cruise to Kornati and Telaščica National Parks. Explore the islands’ natural landscapes and look out for native wildlife, touring landmarks including the Blue Lagoon, Silver Lake, and even stopping for a dip in Lake Mir. Enjoy 2 meals served on board and absorb ocean views as you relax, sipping a complimentary aperitif and listening to your guide’s illuminating commentary.

Get to Plitvice Lakes the easy way with an organized day trip from Zadar. Cutting out the need to navigate the public buses to and from the national park, the excursion includes round-trip transport direct from your hotel for a relaxing trip. You'll then enter the park with a prebooked ticket to explore the lakes and waterfall-lined trails at your own pace.