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The 15 Best Croatian Boat Days

173 tours  ·  from $17 a head

Most of this country only makes sense from the water. The 15 below run from a 45-minute harbour cruise to a full day across five islands, each priced and clear about how much swimming time you actually get.

Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming - Meeting at the Gregory of Nin statue
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Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

1.Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,519 reviews · 9 hours · from $31Our pick

Spend nine hours exploring Krka National Park and Primošten from Split. Ride by air-conditioned bus, cruise from Skradin to Skradinski Buk, follow a guided park walk, then choose between swimming, lunch, wine tasting, or cobbled lanes. Guides such as Ante, Gianna, Leo, and Leon are known for clear timing, local tips, and good humor.

“It was a nice trip and our guide Ante was funny. It was overall a good trip.”

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Blue Cave Small-Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik - Koločep’s three caves require a real swim
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Blue Cave Small-Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

2.Blue Cave Small-Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9,360 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84Top rated

Spend four hours on the water from Dubrovnik, swimming into the Blue Cave and three sea caves, stopping at Sunj Beach, and enjoying one included drink at each stop. Boats hold up to 12 people. Captains such as Anthony, Dominic, James, Roko, and Tino are known for friendly, attentive service, but swimming ability is essential.

“Captain Roko was great. Good day out on a boat. Caves were a little underwhelming BUT still a good day on the watet”

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Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - Koločep is where you save time for the water
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Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

3.Full-Day Dubrovnik Elaphite Islands Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,823 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about eight hours island-hopping from Dubrovnik aboard a shared boat. Visit Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep, with time for Šunj Beach, village walks, swimming, and snorkeling. Lunch, water, soft drinks, white wine, and brandy are included. Pickup is available in Dubrovnik if selected, and guides such as Emily and Darko help keep the day moving.

“Fantastic day Island hopping up the coast today. The crew were super helpful all day - they catered for everyone’s needs. The drinks were flowing all day , whatever you wanted. No request was too much effort. The trip is fantastic for families and friends. 3 islands - none of which are that much of an effort to wander around. Plenty of spots to take a swim as you wish. Lunch was tasty and filling. If you are in the area then check this out. Well worth your time.”

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Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch - Koločep: pine woods, clear water, and the shortest pause
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Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch

4.Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,938 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about eight hours aboard Regina Maris with host Elisa and crew, visiting three Elaphiti Islands near Dubrovnik. Swim at Koločep, eat a Dalmatian lunch on board, browse Šipan, and finish at Lopud or Šunj Beach. Fish, chicken, or vegetarian lunch, soft drinks, local wine, WiFi, shaded seating, and Dubrovnik pickup are included.

“Our experience was fantastic! We were picked up right outside the Old Town and taken to the marina. The staff on the boat was so helpful and friendly. We had all the time we needed at each island (less time at smaller islands). We highly recommend this tour.”

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Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split - Krknjaši Bay is the scenic centerpiece
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Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split

5.Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Cruise with Lunch from Split

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,756 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about eight hours cruising from Split to Čiovo, Krknjaši Bay’s Blue Lagoon, and Maslinica on Šolta. Swim, snorkel, eat a burger lunch onboard, and enjoy wine after the meal. Host Nana is often praised for keeping the day friendly and organized, though boats, weather, and crowding can affect the experience.

“Cruise was smooth and good. People who have fear of sea sickness and non swimmers can travel. The Nana the Host was very good. She is giving the information about the activity and travel time to time. They served snack after few minutes of the boat undocked. They served unlimited water and juice. The juice is not from fruit but mixed from the juice powder. It could have been real fruit juice. They have got the chance to dock the boat near the shipwreck in Necujam, a small place in Solta island. Everyone enjoyed, even non swimmers with noodle and donut shaped tube as well as with paddles After shipwreck…”

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Split: Blue Lagoon Boat Party with DJs, Shots & After Party - Two decks, several ways to spend the afternoon
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Split: Blue Lagoon Boat Party with DJs, Shots & After Party

6.Blue Lagoon Boat Party with DJs, Shots & After Party

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,610 reviews · 6 hours · from $47

Meet at Jimmy Bar, board a two-deck party boat, and spend six hours cruising from Split to the Blue Lagoon and Drvenik Veli. You get a welcome shot, live DJs, onboard hosts, Wi-Fi, photography, bars, and priority entry to a Split nightclub. Staff such as Taylor, Marco, Sam, and Victoria have earned special praise for their friendly help.

“It was so much fun! Even though we got caught in the middle of a storm, everything was amazing! A lot of young people to make friends with! And the DJ was outstanding!!!! If you’re”

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Dubrovnik: Elaphite Island Cruise w/ Drinks & Optional Lunch - Boarding the RITA in Dubrovnik
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Dubrovnik: Elaphite Island Cruise w/ Drinks & Optional Lunch

7.Elaphite Island Cruise w/ Drinks & Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,517 reviews · 8 hours · from $50

Spend eight hours aboard the RITA, a clean boat with an open top and air-conditioned salon, visiting Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep. You get drinks, five crew members, and an optional fish, chicken, or vegetarian lunch. Choose hotel pickup in Dubrovnik, then swim, walk, shop, or relax at your own pace.

“Great way to experience more of Croatia. The crew on board were really friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.”

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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming - The boat ride between the park and Skradin
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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

8.Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,489 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $32

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Split to Krka National Park and Skradin in an air-conditioned vehicle. Walk beside Croatia’s waterfalls, cruise by boat, and swim where the Krka River meets the sea. Guides such as Gabriella, Richard, Lovro, Ivana, and Ela are praised for clear explanations and careful group organization.

“Great tour and would recommend. Our guide, Lovro, was enthusiastic, funny, and made the experience more enjoyable. Our driver, Ado, was kind and drove very smoothly.”

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Montenegro Full-Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Optional Boat Trip - The drive through the Bay of Kotor
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Montenegro Full-Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Optional Boat Trip

9.Montenegro Full-Day Trip from Dubrovnik with Optional Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,212 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $72

Travel from Dubrovnik into Montenegro by air-conditioned vehicle, stopping in Perast and Kotor, with Budva included on the small-group option. You’ll have free time to explore, an optional €10 boat ride to Our Lady of the Rocks, and guides such as Niko, Bo, Robert, and Adnan helping with the long border-crossing day.

“It’s a full day bus tour. Left by 7am and returned around 5:30. It’s a scenic ride and you have time to wander the towns on your own. It was an easy way to get a taste of Montenegro.”

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Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise, and Swimming - The Jaruga power plant and the practical side of the park
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Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise, and Swimming

10.Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise, and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,118 reviews · from $31

Take a nine-hour bus trip from Split to Krka National Park, where you’ll see Skradinski Buk, a small ethno-village, and the historic Jaruga power plant. After free time among the waterfalls, ride a panoramic boat to Skradin for lunch, sightseeing, and a swim. Guides such as Gabriella, Ivana, Luka, Ela, and Simon are praised for clear advice and flexible timing.

“Travelled with my family in a group of 7 for the boat tour, waterfalls and swimming trip. Our tour guide Simon was super friendly, helpful and funny but also very chilled out, which made the experience enjoyable. Ivica was also a great driver for the day!”

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Blue Cave, Green Cave & Lopud Beach small group Speed boat Tour - Green caves, dark passages, and a little exploration
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Blue Cave, Green Cave & Lopud Beach small group Speed boat Tour

11.Blue Cave, Green Cave & Lopud Beach small group Speed boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,572 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84

Cruise from Dubrovnik with an English-speaking skipper, swim into the Blue Cave and green sea caves, then spend an hour at sandy Šunj Beach on Lopud. Snorkel gear, float noodles, water, soft drinks, beer, wine, and grappa are included. Captains such as Ivan, Luca, Marco, and Leo have been praised for friendly service, though rough seas can change the route.

“The caves get very crowded,specially the blue one. Our boat captain did his best to avoid but be aware they are crowded”

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Dubrovnik: Blue Cave & Sunj Beach Boat Tour with Drinks - Meeting the boat beside Dubrovnik’s bus station
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Dubrovnik: Blue Cave & Sunj Beach Boat Tour with Drinks

12.Blue Cave & Sunj Beach Boat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,206 reviews · 4 hours · from $74

Set out from Dubrovnik by speedboat with an English-speaking skipper such as Mark, Erik, Dominic, or Anthony. Swim and snorkel at Koločep’s Blue Cave and Three Green Caves, then spend 90 minutes at sandy Šunj Beach. Drinks, snorkeling gear, crew, and optional city-area pickup are included.

“It was a great day on the Adriatic with my family! We went to a couple of cave sights that were very pretty. Eric was a great tour guide!!”

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Krka Waterfalls Day Tour with Boat Ride from Split and Trogir - Skradinski Buk, where the park earns its ticket
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Krka Waterfalls Day Tour with Boat Ride from Split and Trogir

13.Krka Waterfalls Day Tour with Boat Ride from Split and Trogir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,134 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $32

Travel from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park by air-conditioned coach, walk the wooden trails around Skradinski Buk, then take a sightseeing boat to Skradin. Guides such as Dario, Mate, Ivanka, and Darijo add history and humor, while free time lets you set your own pace.

“It was such a beautiful park and the tour guide was brilliant. There's so much to see there too. Very worth the trip!”

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Dubrovnik: 3 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch & drinks(FR, ES, EN) - Boarding the TRITON at Dubrovnik’s Green Market
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Dubrovnik: 3 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch & drinks(FR, ES, EN)

14.3 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch & drinks(FR, ES, EN)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,074 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Spend about nine hours aboard the TRITON visiting Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep from Dubrovnik. Expect lunch with fish, meat, or vegetarian choices, soft drinks, water, WiFi, music, and a lively party deck. Lopud gets the longest stop, while Šipan and Koločep offer swimming, villages, and clear Adriatic water.

“Day, pleasant by boat, 2h30 on the first island an hour on the other two, the team very kind and a good atmosphere for those who like to party on the boat.Auto-translated”

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Split: Blue Lagoon and 3 Island Cruise with Food and Drinks - Šolta and the changing shipwreck stop
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Split: Blue Lagoon and 3 Island Cruise with Food and Drinks

15.Blue Lagoon and 3 Island Cruise with Food and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,969 reviews · 8 hours · from $81

Spend about eight hours cruising from Split to Šolta, the Blue Lagoon, and Čiovo. You get breakfast donuts, lunch, snorkeling gear, sunbeds, WiFi, and unlimited water, lemonade, and wine. The Nečujam shipwreck may no longer be part of the route, so expect beautiful swim stops rather than a guaranteed wreck visit.

“Similar to what others have said. Don’t give you wine until after lunch is served so be prepared for that. Altogether thought it was good value and they stopped for a good amount of time at each of the three locations. I would recommend and think it is worth it. Tuna burger was the best of the three options for lunch.”

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