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Best Snorkeling Trips in Croatia — Our Top 15

32 tours  ·  from $25 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 snorkeling trips in Croatia justify the slot, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes and the rest of the week stays yours.

Zadar: 3-Island Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling and Drinks - The quiet third stop and its clear water
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Zadar: 3-Island Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling and Drinks

1.3-Island Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 574 reviews · from $34Our pick

Set out from central Zadar with a skipper such as Josip or Luka for a four-hour speedboat trip to Ošljak, Preko, and a less-visited third island. Swim, snorkel, walk, shop, and enjoy unlimited water and local drinks. The small group is capped at 12, with snorkeling gear, sunscreen, and a GoPro11 included.

“An amazing adventure! The trip was an absolutely unique experience. The views were breathtaking - crystal clear water, picturesque views that are impossible to forget. Spending time in such conditions was pure pleasure. The great asset of this trip was our guide Josip - full of passion, energy and great humor. He was able to create a fantastic atmosphere on board, while sharing interesting facts about the places visited in a way that really drew you in. He made the whole trip not only relaxing, but also very interesting. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to experience something special and actively spend time on the water and…”

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Zadar: Island Hopping Tour Swim and Snorkel with Aperol - Meeting the boat beside Foša Harbour
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Zadar: Island Hopping Tour Swim and Snorkel with Aperol

2.Island Hopping Tour Swim and Snorkel with Aperol

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 555 reviews · 4 hours · from $35

Spend four easygoing hours island hopping from Zadar with a local English-speaking skipper. Swim from the boat, snorkel in clear coves, walk small island villages, and enjoy two Aperol Spritz aboard a traditional Dalmatian boat. Groups are limited to 13, and guides such as Ivan, Greg, Josef, Mario, and Roco have led past departures.

“Our guide was very fun to talk to and was super funny. The ride was beautiful and he even gave us extra time since it took longer to find a spot to park the boat at the islands”

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Zadar:Speedboat Tour Thrill Ride with Snorkeling on 3 island - Leaving from Ina Zadar-Jazine
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Zadar:Speedboat Tour Thrill Ride with Snorkeling on 3 island

3.Speedboat Tour Thrill Ride with Snorkeling on 3 island

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 458 reviews · 4 hours · from $35

Join Arija Tours for a four-hour speedboat trip from Zadar-Jazine to Ošljak, Preko, and a quiet swimming and snorkeling spot. Guides such as David and George provide local context, music, life jackets, masks, and sometimes fresh fruit. Expect fast rides, rocky coves, island time, and route changes when waves require it.

“We had an excellent day on the boat with David and George, they have been amazing and the places were wonderful. Highly recommend if you are in Zadar. It was amazing!”

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Elaphite Islands Cruise and Blue Cave Snorkeling Boat Tour from Dubrovnik - Lopud and the walk to Bay of Sunj
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Elaphite Islands Cruise and Blue Cave Snorkeling Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

4.Elaphite Islands Cruise and Blue Cave Snorkeling Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 392 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $60

Spend 8 to 9 hours cruising from Dubrovnik to the Elafiti Islands. Swim near the Blue Cave when weather allows, walk or relax on Lopud, eat a generous fish, chicken, or vegetarian lunch on Šipan, and pause on Koločep. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, lunch, and unlimited drinks are included, with group size reaching 50.

“Went with my wife and They were super nice. It was great to stop at a blue cave for 30 minutes and get wet before touring the islands. They gave plenty of time for each island. Boris, was very helpful and great giving us suggestions and the islands and what to do on them. The captain even let me steer the boat which was fun. Boris told me they always have 20-25 people max which makes it fun adn more personal ( We saw another boat that was double-decker style and looled like everyone was crammed lile sardines. Definitely chopse this one. The food was brilliant! We had mussels, salad,…”

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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling - Školjić and Preko near Ugljan
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Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling

5.3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $36Top rated

Cruise from Zadar’s Foša harbor to three island stops with a maximum of 12 people. Swim and snorkel near Ošljak, walk its tiny fishing village, then visit Školjić and Preko on Ugljan. Expect a modern boat, bottled water, snorkeling gear, and one included Aperol Spritz or Prosecco. Skippers such as Edi and Mario also share local tips.

“Provide water shoes to access the islands. Otherwise, the experience is definitely worthwhile. The skipper is very nice.Auto-translated”

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Zadar: 3 Island Speedboat Tour with Wine and Snorkeling - Kostanj Bay: a clear-water start
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Zadar: 3 Island Speedboat Tour with Wine and Snorkeling

6.3 Island Speedboat Tour with Wine and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 246 reviews · 4 hours · from $44

Spend four hours on a small-group speedboat from Zadar, stopping at Kostanj Bay, Osljak, and Preko. You will swim, snorkel, walk through an old island village, and enjoy wine, water, soft drinks, or included G&T. Skippers such as Mario, Tony, Gogo, and Roko are known for friendly guidance, music, and useful local tips.

“Świetny przewodnik, Marco is the best. Everything are all right, the views are beautiful.”

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Split: Blue Lagoon & 3 Island Cruise with Snorkeling - Trogir gives the trip a cultural start
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Split: Blue Lagoon & 3 Island Cruise with Snorkeling

7.Blue Lagoon & 3 Island Cruise with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 244 reviews · 5 hours · from $71

Join Maris Boats for a five-hour speedboat trip from Split with an English-speaking skipper such as Ivan, Toni, Marija, or Pjero. Explore Trogir, swim and snorkel at the Blue Lagoon and Labadusa Beach, and enjoy wine, water, music, and a small-group atmosphere. Food is not included.

“Would highly recommend this trip! The speedboat is so much fun, our guide deliberately went into choppier water on our way back to make it more fun. The Blue Lagoon is beautiful and not overcrowded if you take the earlier tour. Lots of little fish to see and sea urchins. Lots of fun and plenty of wine. Can’t speak highly enough of this tour!”

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Zadar: 3 Islands Snorkeling Cruise with Prosecco - Meeting the green Gozzo boat in Foša Harbor
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Zadar: 3 Islands Snorkeling Cruise with Prosecco

8.3 Islands Snorkeling Cruise with Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 222 reviews · from $31

I recommend this three-hour cruise if you want a relaxed taste of the Zadar Archipelago without giving up half a day. You sail aboard a traditional Gozzo boat with a small group of up to 11, stop at Ošljak and a second swimming site, use the included masks, and enjoy prosecco, water, and fresh fruit with local guides such as Mate, Martin, and Antonio.

“Team Molo were professional, the lad sent us notification before the trip, in case we missed it. He introduced lots of history of the 3 islands, we had fun, enjoyed peach and Prosecco.”

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Blue Cave & Island-Hopping Tour with Snorkeling from Split - Komiža gives you a gentle start on Vis
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Blue Cave & Island-Hopping Tour with Snorkeling from Split

9.Blue Cave & Island-Hopping Tour with Snorkeling from Split

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 210 reviews · from $133

Set out from Split with an English-speaking guide on a full-day speedboat trip to the Blue Cave and central Dalmatia’s islands. You’ll have time in Komiža, Stiniva Cove, Budikovac’s Blue Lagoon, Hvar, and Carpe Diem beach bar. Snorkeling gear and bottled water are included, but the Blue Cave ticket, food, and drinks cost extra.

“Awesome adventure. Loved the islands and the blue cave. Did not get much time at blue lagoon since the owner did not want guests. Rex and the driver we great. Good info and lots of fun.”

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Zadar: Island Luxury Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling - Galevac brings together snorkeling and a monastery museum
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Zadar: Island Luxury Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling

10.Island Luxury Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 201 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Spend four hours on a small-group speedboat from Zadar with guides such as Joseph, Lovre, Roko, and David. Walk tiny Ošljak, snorkel near Galevac, and enjoy free time in Preko. Snorkeling gear and WiFi are included. Bring sturdy shoes, a towel, swimwear, water, and €10 for docking fees.

“When we arrived the water was fairly rough but this didn't seem to matter as the captain was very skilled. We had time to climb up to the top of Ošljak (you could also walk around) which was a great view and then snorkeled by the 2nd island before getting plenty of time to relax at or walk around the 3rd island. The tour guide is very friendly and has some interesting things to say about the islands and ensured the overall vibe of the tour was fun.”

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Zadar: Half Day Island Hopping Tour With Snorkeling - Galevac: pine trees, shallow water, and a quiet monastery
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Zadar: Half Day Island Hopping Tour With Snorkeling

11.Half Day Island Hopping Tour With Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $30

Set out from Foša in Zadar on a four-hour speedboat trip for swimming and snorkeling at Galevac and Otrić Bay, plus time in the fishing village of Kali. The small group holds up to 12 people. Skippers such as Robert and Dado provide water, sunscreen, life vests, and snorkeling gear. A €10 cash docking fee is extra.

“Fabulous boat, fabulous experience and fabulous skipper. Robert was a true gentleman and ensured fun was had by all. Took us to parts of Croatia that we'd not have seen if we'd not gotten out on the water.”

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Zadar: Island Hopping Half-day Boat Tour with Snorkeling - Ošljak, Croatia’s smallest inhabited island
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Zadar: Island Hopping Half-day Boat Tour with Snorkeling

12.Island Hopping Half-day Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 130 reviews · from $25Best value

Spend four relaxed hours aboard a traditional boat from Zadar, visiting the small island of Ošljak and the village of Preko on Ugljan. Your local skipper, such as Rocco, Lovre, Jakob, or Mario, handles the route while you swim, snorkel, walk, or stop for lunch. Snorkeling gear and fuel are included, but expect a €10 docking fee and pay for food separately.

“Amazing afternoon snorkelling and visiting two islands. Our skipper (Jakob) was particularly friendly, knowledgable and welcoming and communication with Agnes about the booking and meeting point was excellent. Would definitely recommend.👍”

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Zadar: 3 Islands Half-Day Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Fruit - Lagoon Stops and Swimming Time
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Zadar: 3 Islands Half-Day Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Fruit

13.3 Islands Half-Day Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Fruit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 75 reviews · 4 hours · from $40

From Obala kneza Branimira 27, you’ll cruise the Zadar Channel toward Ugljan and nearby lagoons for swimming and snorkeling. The four-hour trip includes equipment, bottled water, drinks, and local fruit such as figs. Expect a relaxed boat outing rather than a formal island walking tour, with the exact swimming stops depending on sea conditions and the captain.

“An unforgettable experience. the guide was super friendly, open-minded and an exceptionally great boater. The views were absolutely stunning. A perfect mix of relaxation and adventure – highly recommended! Pozdrav iz Ciriha prijatelju”

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Blue & Green Cave Experience: Drinks, Snorkeling & Šunj Beach - Kolocep’s Blue and Green caves
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Blue & Green Cave Experience: Drinks, Snorkeling & Šunj Beach

14.Blue & Green Cave Experience: Drinks, Snorkeling & Šunj Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $78

Take a four-hour speedboat trip from Dubrovnik to Lopud’s sandy Šunj Beach and Kolocep’s Blue and Green caves. You’ll have time to swim, snorkel, enjoy beer or white wine, and return to Lapadska obala 4. The boat operator, Tom, is noted for being helpful. The group can include up to 50 people.

“Great day on the water for swimmers and non-swimmers alike. Small group and beautiful views made this my favorite day so far in Croatia!!”

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Elaphite Islands Cruise and Blue Cave Snorkeling Boat Tour - Setting out from Dubrovnik
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Elaphite Islands Cruise and Blue Cave Snorkeling Boat Tour

15.Elaphite Islands Cruise and Blue Cave Snorkeling Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 65 reviews · 9 hours · from $53

Cruise from Dubrovnik to Koločep, Lopud, and Šipan on a family-run boat tour. You’ll snorkel at the Blue Cave, spend three hours near Šunj Beach, eat a homemade fish, chicken, or vegetarian lunch, and enjoy unlimited soft drinks, beer, wine, and water. Pickup may be arranged, but confirm the return drop-off carefully.

“Everything was excellent !! We got lost and they called us and waited 8 min... I think is the first time that a tour waited for me. This is a very familiar business, so this means you're really enjoying the Croatian vibe and no rush. The lunch was amazing, OMG the best fish ever, It's homemade which is even better, as this is not a restaurant but a family house, imagine how beautiful it was. They even asked us if we wanted to eat more and we repeated 😂 for sure, it was delicious. In the boat we danced and drank a lot, very nice always giving us drinks (…”

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