Private Half-Day Kayak Experience in Hvar and Pakleni Islands
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Hvar, Croatia
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
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Overview
Get up close and personal with Croatia’s exquisite coastline on this independent kayaking tour of Hvar and the Pakleni Islands. Pick your own departure time, and, upon arrival, you’ll be provided with an open-top kayak, a dry bag, safety and snorkeling equipment, and a map of the area, plus guidance based on your personal preferences. After a safety demonstration, set off and explore the scenery at your own pace, and for a duration that works best for your schedule.
- An independent kayak tour lets you explore at your leisure
- All kayaking, snorkeling, and safety equipment is included, plus insurance
- Pick your own departure time and tour duration to suit your schedule
- Get up close and personal with Croatia’s unspoiled coastline
What's Included
- Modern sit-on-top kayak with seats and paddles
- Life jackets, dry bags (3L or 30L), snorkeling masks
- Map of Hvar and Pakleni islands
- Detailed instructions about safety, how to use equipment, where to go, and what to see
- Free storage for all your belongings (backpacks, bags etc.)
- Accident insurance
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Kayak & SUP HvarBonj beach, Hotel, Amfora, 21450, Hvar, Croatia
We are located at the Bonj beach in front of the Amfora hotel in Hvar. You can reach us within 7-10 minutes walking (~700 meters) from Hvar main square to the west along the coast until you reach a bridge in front of Amfora hotel. We are located in a shack on the beach directly under the bridge.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
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Pakleni Islands
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Bottled water (or any liquid)
- Sunscreen
- Towel
- Cap or hat
- Near public transportation
- Sunglasses
- Infants must sit on laps
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Andreea_P
This was such a fun and exciting experience, especially since we ended up doing it on a rather windy day!
Lots of paddling, lots of laughs, gorgeous views and lots of waves.
Loved the freedom of exploring the islands ourselves. :-)
Special thanks to our guides, who gave us all the info we needed and even came to escort us back (it was a bit too windy to be alone).
Reviews
4.9
based on 91 reviews
Carolyn_H, Aug 2025
Awesome experience. Kayaks were ready when we arrived and staff there to help us get them in the water. We paid for half day but they just needed them back by 6. Loved the kayaking to the islands. Super fun.
Sarah_B, Aug 2025
We had a great 4 hours kayaking across to the Paklinski islands. Great safety briefing, weather check and suggestions on where to go and approximately how long each bit would take. Look out for the ferries. It's not until you are in a kayak that you realise how fast they go and how small you are! Look both ways before crossing. The waters between Hvar and Paklinski are busy but everyone is really respectful and everyone is out to have fun. Went to a lovely sandy beach, had a swim then paddled back. Total bliss!
Louise_B, Aug 2025
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.
Bradley_M, Jun 2025
The absolute best experience ever for kayaking Hvar. Marko and Estaban truly understand customer service, and care for their clients. Would have stayed and had a few beers with them, but we had to get back to our cruise ship. Next time we’ll go further, and have more daiquiri’s on Paklani
William_H, Jun 2025
Excellent service , instructions given were very clear , and route to go was great , we visited 2 islands
Joan_K, Sep 2024
We had the most wonderful day - it was a bit windy so we were advised not to try to cross to the Islands but rather go up the coast which ended up being amazing. We were given a map with suggestions of where to stop for beaches, drinks, snorkeling and best of all amazing food. The staff were all super nice and helpful. The lunch spot they suggested was only accessible by boat and magical! We loved that we could go at our own pace and stop wherever and whenever we wanted! Highly recommend!
Deborah_B, Jul 2024
Excellent day! The vendor is a sort walk along the dock from the cruise ship so easy to find. There are restrooms nearby and you might bring cash to buy drinks before going out. Staff are as very friendly and professional. There was a place to store personal items and a dry bag was provided to take things along the trip. Great safety briefing and map provided. There is a current so we battled that a bit bit had a blast. Great way to see the other islands or go along the coast. A GPS tracker was on the boat so never worried I am 76 and went with my 14 year old granddaughter. Fun day. Water was wonderful.
Rachel_M, Jul 2024
Kayaking was a blast. The crew on the beach was very knowledgeable about the area. Even though we weren’t in the best shape, it was certainly doable to get to Milni beach. The instructions we were given made everything easy.
K_S, Jun 2024
I had a great time on the kayak experience. The route was long with stops at beautiful beaches, bars, and restaurants. It wasn't guided, but the instructor provided a clear route. As a beginner, I found the route challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with kayaking in busy waters with large, fast boats. It never felt unsafe but I'd rate it at a medium difficulty level. Recommended for those looking for a good outdoor activity, workout, and adventure.
Andreea_P, Sep 2023
This was such a fun and exciting experience, especially since we ended up doing it on a rather windy day!
Lots of paddling, lots of laughs, gorgeous views and lots of waves.
Loved the freedom of exploring the islands ourselves. :-)
Special thanks to our guides, who gave us all the info we needed and even came to escort us back (it was a bit too windy to be alone).
Dominic_H, Aug 2023
Super friendly & flexible - had an awesome time with Rino ! The windy weather & waves made things difficult but regardless they ensured we had an excellent experience :)
Marla_K, Jul 2023
Amazing experience! You have the whole day to explore the islands! They give you a detailed map with three locations of interest pointed out.
Nathalie_V, Jun 2023
Fantastic day and staff.I would book directly though because it was way less expensive than through Viator when booking at least 3 days ahead and taking over 2 ( 3 in our case) kayaks.
Tara_M, Jun 2023
Really fantastic experience, the weather was a little windy so instead of venturing off on our own we had a guide to get us across the sea and help us with directions and locations.
It was quite an intense workout! But once you get the hang of it, the sailing was a lil smoother. The locations were absolutely stunning, water crystal clear and some stunning snorkelling spots. We saw little hermit crabs, starfish, and members of our group even saw an octopus.
All in all, amazing experience, very lovely guides and the perfect day to see around Hvars surrounding islands!
We didn’t catch our guides name, but he was young with long curly blonde hair and he was great☺️
Top tip- take enough water, and your clothes get soaked 😂
Jasmine_B, Sep 2022
Amazing! This has been our favourite activity in Hvar. The first island we went to was beautiful and there is a little bar / restaurant called Tri Grede. This took about 40 minutes to get to from the starting point. We went back here for a drink after exploring the other islands and heading back. The water is the clearest I have ever seen. A must do!
Derek_V, Aug 2021
Company provided equipment and great directions and tips on where to go. Staff was friendly and answered all questions and concerns about safety. For those that don't like guided tours and want to just explore, this is a wonderful option.
bchronister354, Oct 2018
This was a great rental - Jasa was very nice and helpful! Easy, cheap, and lots of independence and freedom to explore as we wish!
sebastien_d, Aug 2025
Excellent ride with multiple snorkeling points
Very good staff
Beautiful places
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Elisabeth_C, Aug 2024
Expérience en famille génial. On recommande . Découverte des îles au large en toute liberté. Accueil chaleureux et explicative de l’équipe avant de partir en excursion.
Florencia_R, Jun 2024
Excelente atención de los chicos y su explicación de dónde ir, sus recomendaciones de playas para llegar remando, el equipo, los kayaks, todo!!! Los súper recomiendo!
adeline_t, Jul 2022
Très belle expérience, de très bons conseils avec carte à l appui, gps fourni donne un côté rassurant, le canoë permet de découvrir les îles en toute liberté et de profiter de baignades dans un cadre idyllique
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