8 Zrmanja Canyon Tours near Zadar Worth Booking

1.Zrmanja River: Half-Day Guided Kayaking Tour Near Zadar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,817 reviews · 5 - 7 hours · from $64Our pick

Paddle the Zrmanja River from Kaštel Žegarski through a limestone canyon, gentle rapids and small waterfalls. Guides such as Andrea, Julio and Adam help first-timers, with swim stops and a 3-meter drop along the route. Choose the Zadar transfer if you do not have a car.

“Was a great experience and we all had great fun. All the staff were friendly and helpful throughout the day. The gorge was beautiful”

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2.Zrmanja River Kayaking, with optional transfer from Zadar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 166 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $66

Set aside about five hours for a guided kayak safari on the Zrmanja River, with the Krupa River adding to the scenery. You’ll paddle roughly 10 kilometers through clear water, small rapids, rocky gorge sections, swimming stops, and a fun waterfall drop. Guides such as Adam, Sarah, Becky, and Matej provide instruction and support. Bring lunch, secure water shoes, sunscreen, and dry clothes.

“What an amazing day ! Great location and great guides - really good fun and we both enjoyed it - would recommend.”

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3.Obrovac: Rafting or Kayaking on the Zrmanja River

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 144 reviews · 6 hours · from $64

Meet your guide at Mićanovi dvori at 9:30 for a 14.5-kilometer trip through the Zrmanja and Krupa canyon. You’ll kayak in summer’s low water or raft during the rest of the year. The group has up to 30 people, two skippers, and family-friendly instruction, but expect steady paddling and no lunch or transfers.

“Esperienza molto bella Guida preparata, gentile ma un po' frettolosa Durata di 4 ore diversamente da quanto indicato”

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4.River Zrmanja Guided Kayak Safari & Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 132 reviews · from $76

Join an English or Croatian-speaking guide for a half-day kayak and rafting trip on the Zrmanja River. Start at Kaštel Žegarski, paddle toward Krupa and the 10-meter Visoki buk waterfall, then continue to Muškovci with breaks for swimming. The route is beginner-friendly, though its 10 kilometers and four hours on the river can feel tiring.

“When we got to the meeting place, we met 3 young guides who explained everything. If you're not good with English, there's a lady who speaks Italian. The location is beautiful, but the 10 km can be a bit tiring for first-timers (like us). They'll wait for you if you fall behind. Overall, it was a great experience. Bring a beach towel, food, and drinks, and they'll be well kept in insulated boxes.”

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5.Canoe safari / rafting on river Zrmanja

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $78Top rated

You’ll paddle through the dramatic Zrmanja Canyon near Velebit with an English-speaking guide, using included canoeing equipment. The route takes about four hours, includes a lively waterfall descent, and ends at Bungalow Zrmanja near Bilišane. Soft drinks, coffee, and tea are provided. Moderate fitness is required.

“amazing river kayaking experience. everything was perfectly organized, we were very satisfied. the route is really not difficult.”

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6.Kaštel Žegarski: Zrmanja River Packrafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 16 reviews · from $79

Paddle an 11 km stretch of the Zrmanja River from Kaštel Žegarski in a single-seat packraft. Your English-speaking guide teaches steering, leads you through gentle water and rapids, and stops for swimming beneath Krupa Falls. Bring water, food, sun cream, sandals, and dry clothes. The trip lasts about four hours and suits beginners aged 12 and up.

“Activity was amazing. Unfortunately the time given on the app was one hour later than we were supposed to start, however the house was very understanding. Christian was a great guide and took us to a secret waterfall!”

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7.Canoe safari adventures at Zrmanja river day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $84

Meet at 9:30 am in Kaštel Žegarski for a five-hour canoe or kayak trip on the Zrmanja River. A guide leads the route, and your fee covers equipment, safety help, waterproof phone cases, bottled water, river access, and a swim stop. Transport from Zadar costs an extra €35 per person.

“Une superbe balade bien encadrée avec du bon matériel dans un beau paysage. Petits rapides sympa.Baignade agréable en sus.”

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8.Half-Day River Rafting in Zrmanja

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $66

Meet Raftrek Adventure Travel in Kaštel Žegarski for a four-hour guided rafting trip on the Zrmanja and Krupa rivers. You’ll paddle through class III rapids, see waterfalls and canyon walls, and stop at a family-run riverside restaurant. No rafting experience is needed, and children from age six may join with an adult.

“Such an amazing day. Was a bit anxious as have never rafted before however the 2 Guides were so friendly and professional I had no doubts we were in safe hands as soon as we met them. They took us to some amazing views and we have made the best memories!!! Would definitely recommend doing!”

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