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Opatija/Lovran: Boat Trip to Secluded Beaches on Island Cres

Opatija/Lovran: Boat Trip to Secluded Beaches on Island Cres

The boat departs from Opatija at 08:20 AM (from Lovran at 09:00 AM) and heads towards Brseč Beach, a stunning pebble beach ranked by CNN as the second most beautiful Croatian pebble beach in 2018. After an hour of swimming and enjoying the serene surroundings, the journey continues towards Cres Island. The second stop of the day is Smrdeća Beach, located on the northwestern side of the island. Known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters, Smrdeća is considered one of the most beautiful beaches on Cres, providing the perfect setting for swimming and relaxation. Next, the boat heads to Badnjev Beach, where guests can enjoy another hour of swimming and unwinding in the peaceful atmosphere. The final stop is Bay Banja, a tranquil bay where guests can take one more hour to swim and sunbathe before the boat heads back to Opatija. The estimated arrival time is around 5:00 PM, marking the end of a memorable day filled with breathtaking views and idyllic beach experiences.

Lovran/Opatija: Swimming on Cres Island with Lunch

Lovran/Opatija: Swimming on Cres Island with Lunch

Departing from Opatija at 8:20 AM (or from Lovran at 9:00 AM), the boat heads towards Cres Island, offering a scenic two-hour ride across the beautiful Kvarner Bay. The first stop of the Robinson Fish Picnic tour is Smrdeća Beach. Located on the northwestern side of island Cres, Smrdeća beach is known for its clear waters and untouched natural surroundings. While there, the guests will enjoy a two-hour swimming break, during which the captain prepares a delicious, grilled lunch on board. After lunch, the tour continues towards the second stop, Badnjev Beach, for another hour od swimming and relaxation. Afterward, the boat heads in the direction of the town Brseč, where travellers can admire the towering 60-meter cliffs before exploring the Little Blue Cave on the last stop of the day. Following the last one-hour-break, the boat will return to Opatija, passing picturesque coastal towns such as Mošćenička Draga, Medveja, Lovran, Ika, and Ičići, with an estimated return time of 5:00 PM.

Opatija: Guided SUP Paddleboarding Adventure at Night

Opatija: Guided SUP Paddleboarding Adventure at Night

Stand Up Paddling on a SUP board under the stars and moon in the ambiance of illuminated Opatija… it is the perfect end to a summer day! After the preparations and instructions of the guide on Slatina Beach, we’ll start teaching you the basics of SUP paddling. When the technique is mastered, we’ll go on an adventure in the nearby bay on SUPs that have underwater lights. Along the way, we’ll learn something about the fascinating history of nearby churches, hotels, beaches and parks. This SUP adventure is perfect for families, friends and couples, so join us! Previous experience on SUP is not necessary, but every participant must know how to swim. During the whole adventure we’ll paddle on SUPs in the shallow water and you will be able to see the seafloor. Paddling on a SUP is not hard, and can be easily and quickly mastered. Most importantly, bring your smile and motivation, and we will take care of everything else.

Opatija: Cliffs and caves kayak adventure

Opatija: Cliffs and caves kayak adventure

Kayaking down the coastline of Opatija, swimming in underwater caves and across beautiful coves. If you’re asking us, this sounds like a perfect summer day. But let’s start from the beginning. After meeting up and going through a short briefing with our guide on Slatina beach, we’ll be off on our kayaks to the “Devil’s rock”. On your way, you will be listening to fascinating stories about Opatija’s history and present as we move along the coast. Upon arriving to the “Devil’s rock”, better known as “Grotta del Diavolo”, we begin the tour of the cave’s entrances. Those who are brave enough can try jumping off a cliff, while some may want to explore the cave by going in and listening to an interesting story about the secrets that a nearby Villa hides. But, we will let our guides tell you the rest. “Grotta del Diavolo” has a surprise for you – underneath it, there is a small underwater cave which can be reached only by diving under the sea level. Those who go in are going to experience a unique feeling of being one with the sea. Swimming in the cave cannot be described by words; an opening through which the sun shines a light on you, as well as the unique formation of this cave are only a part of this incredible experience. We are sure you will not be disappointed. Those in search of an andrenaline rush can jump off cliffs, both small and big. Others can use the time for swimming, snorkelling or sunbathing. On our way back to Opatija, you will hear more about its rich history. This adventure is perfect for families with children, groups of friends and partners. You don’t have to have any prior experience, but you need to know how to swim. The trip is not a hard activity and it is easily and quickly mastered. You bring your smile and motivation with you, and we will take care of everything else.

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Very nice and pleasant atmosphere. Very friendly captains. Beautiful beaches and wonderful views. Very positive impressions from the cruise as well as for the children who could be captains for a moment. We highly recommend..

The trip and the guides were great: very nice, competent and friendly. The other passengers were also very nice. For us it would have been better to come back to Lovran a little earlier and skip the last stop.

Thank you Tommy and son for the great boat trip. Everything was perfect and we will come back on our next vacation.

We had a great day! The captain and his daughter were super friendly and created a great atmosphere!

I highly recommend it to everyone, an experience I will hardly forget!