15 Zadar Island Hopping Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Island Luxury Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,452 reviews · 4 hours · from $35Our pick

Set out from central Zadar with a skipper such as Luka, Joseph, or David for a four-hour small-group speedboat tour. Visit Ošljak, Preko, and a surprise swimming stop, with snorkeling gear, free time, music, and local stories along the way.

“Josep was great, and although each stop was relatively short, he was accomodating if we needed additional time. The food in Kali was great, but be sure to not order too much or you'll be in a rush once it arrives. Overall, a good time, and certainly worth the cost.”

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2.3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,238 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $35

Set out from Zadar with a local skipper such as Edi or Ari for a 3 to 4-hour island tour. Swim near Ošljak and Galovac, stop on Ugljan for free time and food, and enjoy one Aperol Spritz or Prosecco aboard a boat limited to 12 people.

“Very beautiful boat trip to enjoy sunset. It’s definitely worth tanking in Zadar😊And our guide Ari is so nice to introduce the Zadar’s history and let us enjoy the fantastic sunset. And also the great “ sunset Champaign “ 🥳🥳🥳”

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3.Preko, Osljak, and Kali Island Boat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 745 reviews · 4 hours · from $35

Join Alice Travel for a four-hour boat outing from Zadar to a clear-water swimming stop, Preko, and Ošljak. Local captains such as Gogo, Mario, Roko, and Fabrizio lead relaxed small-group trips with snorkeling gear, wine, juice, and water. Bring cash for the €10 docking fee and food on the islands.

“A great cruise. A pleasant and intimate atmosphere. Very polite captain Mario :) I highly recommend it.”

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4.3 Island Speedboat Tour & Blue Bay Swim with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 721 reviews · 4 hours · from $35

Join Aveta Speedboat Tours for a four-hour island-hopping trip from Zadar. Swim at a quiet Blue Bay stop, walk around tiny Ošljak, and explore Preko, with a possible visit to Galevac. English-speaking skippers such as Joseph, Jure, Josip, and Željko provide drinks, local insight, and a relaxed small-group ride for up to 10 people.

“Very nice and we had alot of time exploring. The skipper was also very friendly”

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5.Original Island-Hopping Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 654 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Spend four flexible hours by speedboat from Zadar with skipper-guides such as Matej, Enzo, or Simon. Swim and snorkel at Blue Bay Otrić, stop for local food in Kali or another island village, then enjoy beach, shops, and cafés in Preko.

“We had a good time on the speedboat tour. Thank you to Matej. Tip to people: make sure that you arrive on time. We had a long, but beautiful walk from the cruise shuttle drop off and arrived just in time. They leave the dock exactly as scheduled. It would have been better to take a taxi from the cruise dock to the meeting spot.”

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6.Adventure on 6 islands, 3 lagoons, 1 cave, Bio Fruits

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 615 reviews · 4 hours - 270 minutes · from $80

Join a Croatian or English-speaking guide from Zadar for a 4-hour boat trip around six islands. Swim in three lagoons, visit a cave and historic site, hunt shells, snorkel with provided gear, and enjoy organic fruit, drinks, and homemade white wine.

“Joseph was easy going, friendly and knowledgeable. The trip was well organised and great fun.”

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7.Aperol Spritz & Island Vibes on Luxury Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 611 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $35

Join a small-group speedboat tour from Zadar with up to 12 people. Swim and snorkel at clear-water stops, visit Ošljak or another island village, and enjoy one Aperol Spritz, Prosecco, or water. Captains such as Nino, Ari, Ivan, Edi, and Leo also share local stories.

“Ari is the best, the trip was amazing! High recommend it!”

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8.Island Hopping Tour Swim and Snorkel with Aperol

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

Join a small group of up to 13 people at Fosa Harbour for a four-hour cruise from Zadar. Your skipper takes you to three swim and island stops, provides snorkeling gear and two Aperol Spritz, and shares local stories along the way.

“My family had a wonderful time with Ivan. He was spectacular. It was well worth the money. Definitely recommend. Must see !!”

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9.3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling

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

Set out from Zadar’s Foša harbor on a modern boat capped at 12 people. Swim and snorkel near Ošljak, walk its tiny fishing village, then visit Ugljan’s Preko area. Skippers such as Edi, Mario, and Mate provide gear, water, local tips, and one included drink.

“So glad we picked this tour, the boat is spotlessly clean & comfy. Our host was so nice telling us the history of the islands we visited. We were lucky that other passengers were all up for a party so we had a great afternoon sipping on Prosecco eating fruit. Highly recommend!!”

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10.Half-Day Island-Hopping and Lagoons Cruise with Fruit

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 385 reviews · from $35

Join a small-boat cruise from Zadar with guides such as Goran, Leon, Joseph, or Antonio. Swim in lagoons near Rivanj and Ugljan, walk through an island village, use provided snorkeling gear, and enjoy fresh fruit, drinks, and homemade white wine. The route can change with sea conditions.

“Without a doubt the VERY BEST half-day boat trip I’ve ever had, made truly special by Goran!!! Driver, diver, a true fighter and an amazing guide as well, who provided us infos, cold drinks, good music and amazing vibes along the way. He also showed us a wonderful, hidden beach with crystal-clear water where we could swim and dive. Make sure to go for this trip from Zadar, and ask for Goran, if possible!”

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11.Private Boat Tour to Croatian Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 313 reviews

Take a private four-hour boat trip from Zadar with an English-speaking skipper such as Ivan, Bruno, Tom, or Matte. Enjoy city views from the water, swim and snorkel near Ošljak and Preko, and choose how long to stay at each stop.

“Tom was great and super nice. He took his time and explained what we were seeing! Also had a cooler with drinks if we needed it!”

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12.3 Island Speedboat Tour with Wine and Snorkeling

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

You’ll spend four hours with a local English-speaking skipper such as Mario, Tony, Gogo, or Roko, visiting Kostanj Bay, Osljak, and Preko. Swim, snorkel, walk to an old church, sip wine or G&T, and enjoy a lively small-group ride for up to 12 people.

“Very enjoable trip. Great views. Cool space for swimmimg”

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13.Private Half Day Speedboat tour to Zadar’s Nearby Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $139

You’ll spend four hours on a private speedboat with a local skipper, visiting Ošljak, Ugljan, and Galevac near Zadar. The route can shift with your interests and weather. Skippers such as Roko, Marija, Blaž, Toni, and Lovre are known for friendly local guidance and secluded swimming stops.

“We booked this adventure very last minute, and despite that, Julie was very helpful in confirming our reservation and providing us with our skipper’s information. Noticed the previous comment about confusing meet up spot. They must’ve listened to that feedback, because the communication we received was spot on and very helpful. We were given our skipper’s WhatsApp number and a clear picture and description of where to meet. During the tour our skipper, Lovre, was amazing and knowledgable. He showed us off-the beaten path spots during our tour, and even stopped to allow us to eat lunch at a place he recommended. He was great to converse with, and excellent…”

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14.Three Islands Private Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 4 hours

Join Captain Goran for a four-hour private boat trip from Zadar’s Port Foša to Galevac, Preko, Ošljak, and sandy Kostanj Beach. Swim, snorkel, taste homemade anchovies and olive oil, and shape the pace around your group of up to five.

“We had an amazing private boat tour! The views were stunning, the boat was super comfortable, and everything was perfectly organized. Captain Goran is warm, incredibly respectful, and made the experience even more special. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable day on the water!”

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15.Private Speedboat tour to National Park Kornati Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $205

From Zadar, your private skipper takes you by speedboat through Kornati National Park for swimming and snorkeling at Lojena Bay, a visit to Mana Island, and time to shape the day around your interests. Skipper Ivan has earned praise for finding quieter places. Telašćica is an optional extension.

“Ivan was a great driver / guide and took us to quiet places to hike / swim / snorkel away from the tourist masses. We started early so we got time at the popular beach while it was still quiet. I would recommend this trip.”

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