Join a guided speedboat tour from Zadar and spend a full day exploring Dugi Otok Island and its surroundings. Go snorkeling, swim in a cave, visit picturesque beaches, and more.

About this activity

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Duration 8 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English
Small group: Limited to 11 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Ama – South Africa

The entire day activity was an amazing exoerience. Hars to choose a favourite part. you get to do a lot in one day from swimming in amazing, see through water, to exploring a cave & ship wreck, and stopping for lunch at a picturesque spot. You also get to learn a few historical interesting nature-related facts. Great tour & value for money.

Warwick – Australia

Petar was a great guide and host. The whole day run absolutely smoothly, was just the right amount of time at each place. We really could have asked for better day. Great tour, we highly recommend when visiting Zadar.

Itinerary

Starting location:
Obala kneza Branimira 20A
Dugi Otok
Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (40 minutes)
Bozava
Photo stop, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (15 minutes)
Veli Rat Lighthouse
Photo stop, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)
Sakarun
Photo stop, Swimming, Snorkeling, Marine life viewing, Welcome refreshments (1 hour)
Golubinka Sea Cave
Photo stop, Swimming, Snorkeling (30 minutes)
Veli Žal Beach
Photo stop, Boat cruise, Scenic views on the way (20 minutes)
Hidden gem
Photo stop, Swimming, Snorkeling (20 minutes)
Veli Rat Lighthouse
Break time, Photo stop, Free time, Sightseeing, Swimming (105 minutes)
Hidden gem
Photo stop, Swimming, Snorkeling, Scenic views on the way (30 minutes)
Sea Organ
Photo stop, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)
Arrive back at:
Obala kneza Branimira 20A

Main stop

Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Marvel at breathtaking natural attractions and discover hidden gems
Join a full-day speedboat tour and explore the island of Dugi Otok with a guide
Experience swimming into the majestic Golubinka sea cave & Dragon’s Eye
Take a walk along Sakarun Beach or swim in the turquoise waters of the Adriatic

Full description

Head to the meeting point and hop aboard a modern speedboat before setting out on your full-day island-hopping adventure from Zadar.

Make your way to Dugi Otok Island, to the village of Božava, your first destination for the day. Here you'll discover the military tunnels built during the Cold War to protect the island and its inhabitants in case of an attack.

From here, head to the village of Veli Rat. Hop into the water and explore a sunken 18th-century ship. Get a glimpse into the past as you snorkel above the underwater archeological site and see artifacts from the past.

Next, head to Punta Bjanka - protected nature area to see the highest and one of the most picturesque lighthouses in the Adriatic Sea. The Veli Rat Lighthouse is located on the northwestern tip of the island and dates back to 1849.

Then it's time for some well-deserved downtime at Sakarun Beach - protected nature area, a popular beach famous for its white sands and shallow, turquoise, crystal-clear waters.

Take a walk along the beach, wade into the shallow waters, or lie back and soak up the sun before continuing to your next destination, Brbinjšćica Bay, where you'll visit the Golubinka Sea Cave and Dragon's Eye - protected nature area.

Your full-day boat tour from Zadar also includes a break for lunch around 2:30 PM. If you are planning to have the lunch in the restaurant please take some cash with you, because the restaurant there is cash only. The restaurant is owned by one local fisherman family, so if you want you can try some delicious Dalmatian meals for affordable prices.
If you are not planning to eat in the restaurant it’s smart to take something to eat with you because it’s a long 8h tour.

If the weather permits, you'll also get the chance to visit some additional natural attractions and secret hidden gems, including the Cliffs of Dugi Otok near the town of Sali, Telašćica Bay in the Telašćica Nature Park, and the Kornati Islands National Park.

Please note that sometimes depending on weather conditions we modify and adjust the itinerary to make this experience as good as possible.

This personalized small group experience offers a great opportunity to make new friends while enjoying the beauty of Croatia.

Includes

Boat and skipper/guide
All safety equipment
Snorkeling equipment
Bluetooth music speaker
GoPro underwater camera
Passenger insurance
Ice-box with water and beers
WiFi on board
Fuel

Berthing, Anchorage, and protected nature areas (10€ per person, payable by cash at check-in)
Lunch (please bring cash for lunch if you'd like to eat at the restaurant)
Snacks

Not suitable for

Children under 15 years
Pregnant women
People with back problems
People with heart problems
Wheelchair users
Non-swimmers
People over 243 lbs (110 kg)
People over 55 years

Meeting point

Wait for your boat at the INA gas station. The speedboat will arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour. Please don't be late as the boat is only allowed to wait at the meeting point for a limited amount of time.

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Important information

What to bring

Swimwear
Towel
Snacks
Drinks
Sunscreen
Water
Comfortable clothes
Cash

Know before you go

This is a very active tour with many stops for swimming and snorkeling. It's recommended that customers have an intermediate activity level
If the weather is not ideal, the itinerary can be modified for safety reasons. f it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
It costs €10 to enter the protected nature areas
Bring cash to purchase lunch and snacks. If you don't want to purchase food, please bring snacks with you

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