15 Boat Trips with Swimming in Croatia Worth Booking

1.Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,519 reviews · 9 hours · from $31Our pick

Spend nine hours exploring Krka National Park and Primošten from Split. Ride a 30-minute river boat to Skradinski Buk, join an English-speaking guide such as Ante, Leo, or Gianna, then enjoy two hours for swimming, lunch, or old-town walks in Primošten. Entry tickets may be extra, depending on the option you choose.

“it was very nice lovely views and walk around. steep steps in one part. great day.”

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2.From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,489 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $32Top rated

Spend about 10 hours exploring Krka National Park and Skradin from Split. You’ll ride an air-conditioned vehicle, cruise by boat, walk easy park boardwalks, and swim near the Krka River. Guides such as Lovro, Gabriella, Richard, Ivana, and Ela are known for clear information and smooth group management. Park entry costs extra and must be paid in cash.

“The waterfalls are amazing. Ivana, our guide was really knowledgeable and made our experience even more enjoyable”

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3.From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Cruise & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,913 reviews · 9 hours · from $31

Spend nine hours exploring Krka National Park from Split, with an English-speaking guide such as Sanja, Luka, Gabriella, or Lovro. Visit Skradinski Buk, an ethno-village, and the historic Jaruga hydroelectric plant, then take a panoramic boat to Skradin for lunch, a fortress walk, or a swim where the river meets the sea.

“The activity was very well planned and spaced out. The bus ride was very smooth and comfortable and our guide Sanja was the highlight of the trip. Her sense of humour and knowledge of all the places we visited was really good. She has a very pleasant demeanour and kept us entertained through the tour with her jokes and anecdotes. Sanja gave us good recommendations on places to eat and must try local delicacies. She made an effort to interact with every single member of the group and gave us good tips for even the remainder of our trip. Overall she was an excellent guide and made the activity completely…”

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4.Split: Blue Lagoon Boat Party, Djs, Swim, Shots & AfterParty

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,784 reviews · 6 hours · from $47

Meet the Tipsea Split crew at Inbox Bar, board a party boat, swim at the Blue Lagoon, and dance to local and international DJs. A welcome shot, sunset views, a slide, and free Olife Beach Club entry are included. Bring swimwear, sunscreen, and a towel. The boat is for adults only and may visit another swim spot if weather turns rough.

“Water slide was the best. 10/10 must do. Super friendly staff”

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5.Blue Cave, Green Cave & Lopud Beach small group Speed boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,572 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84

From Dubrovnik, a skipper takes you past the Old Town walls and Lovrijenac Fortress to Kolocep’s Blue Cave, several green caves, and Lopud’s shallow, sandy Šunj Beach. Swim access is required at the Blue Cave. Snorkel gear, noodles, water, soft drinks, beer, wine, and grappa are included. Groups can reach 18 people.

“We had an amazing time on this tour! Marco has such a good personality and he's very funny. He's really the perfect person for this!! He's knowledgeable about the waters and kept us safe. He was a very kind and helpful with any questions or concerns that we had. The tour was fun, but I recommend Marco as your guide. He made it perfect.”

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6.Dubrovnik: Blue Cave & Sunj Beach Boat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,206 reviews · 4 hours · from $74

Join an English- or Croatian-speaking skipper for a four-hour shared speedboat trip from Dubrovnik to Koločep’s Blue and Three Green Caves, followed by 90 minutes at sandy Šunj Beach. Drinks and snorkeling gear are included. Guides such as Mark, Erik, Anthony, Dominic, and Roko are often assigned to different boats.

“Anthony as an incredible skipper and took great care of us! The Blue Caves are incredible and loves exploring them. Only caution I would give is if the seas are rough make sure to sit in the back of the boat.”

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7.Krka Waterfalls Tour from Split with Boat Ride & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,944 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30Best value

Travel from Split to Krka National Park by air-conditioned vehicle, walk the wooden paths around Skradinski Buk with a guide, then take a 30-minute boat ride to Skradin. You get free time for lunch, sightseeing, or swimming. Guides such as Vic, Ivana, Tonko, and Vicko are praised for clear instructions and good humor.

“Good guide informative and friendly clear instructions Easy instructions Good tour overall Value for money”

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8.From Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,710 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $32

Spend about nine hours traveling from Split to Krka National Park, walking around Skradinski Buk, and riding a short river boat. Afterward, enjoy two hours in Primošten for swimming, lunch, or wine tasting. Guides such as Nina, Leo, Marko, and Gianna are praised for clear directions and friendly help, though the group may reach 50 people.

“Excellent tour , Marko the guide was brilliant very informative answered every question, enjoyed it very much”

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9.Zadar: Kornati Boat Trip with Lunch and Swim Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,498 reviews · 10 hours · from $64

Spend 10 hours sailing from Zadar through the archipelago, with breakfast, drinks, two long stops, swimming in Lake Mir or the sea, and a grilled lunch in Kornati. Guides may include Magda, Wiktoria, or Gabriella, with English, Croatian, and Polish spoken. Bring water shoes, sun protection, and a cushion for the wooden seats.

“Trip was great, the guide was great as we received valuable hints. It was a time very well spent. The trip with the boat was long, but it is what it is. We got somewhat stormy sea when returning which was an addition to the experience, while everything was under control - just a bit of adrenaline. Sandwiches for breakfast and grilled meat for lunch - mekerel and chicken fillet with cabbage salad - very delicious. The crew and guide were very nice and well-prepared.”

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10.Split: Krka National Park Day Trip with Boat Ride & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,321 reviews · 8h 30m · from $31

Travel from Split by air-conditioned coach to Krka National Park, where you follow scenic trails past waterfalls, old watermills, and stone houses. Your English-speaking host, often guides such as Tin, Lorena, or Marija, handles the practical details. A boat ride leads to Skradin for a walk and swim before returning to Split.

“Fantastic value for money. Bruno was a great guide & gave us some great tips for both the waterfalls and Skradin. We were going to just get transport ourselves but so glad we went with this option!”

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11.Rovinj: Sunset Cruise with Swim Stop, Drinks, and Fruits

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 944 reviews · from $36

Sail from Villas Rubin near Rovinj on the family-run Stupica boat. You’ll cruise past the Istrian coast, stop for about 30 minutes of swimming and boat jumping, enjoy included alcoholic and soft drinks with fruit and snacks, then watch for dolphins and the sunset over Rovinj.

“Amazing trip on the boat. The crew incredible and all the facilites. I love that familly!!100% recomended!!😉😉”

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12.Krka Waterfalls tour with Boat Ride and Swimming in Skradin town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 917 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $32

Travel from Split to Krka National Park with a tour leader, walk the wooden paths around Skradinski Buk, then take a boat to Skradin for swimming, lunch, or a short town visit. Guides such as Martin, Frane, Domo, and Carlo have earned praise for clear advice and friendly help. Park entry costs extra and must be paid in cash.

“Amazing tour, wonderful guide! FYI, The cost of the tour doesn’t cover the National park entry: additional 16 euro in cash.”

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13.Zadar: 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, small-group trip from Zadar. You will swim and snorkel at a quiet bay, walk Ošljak, and explore Preko, with drinks and an English-speaking skipper such as Joseph, Jure, or Josip. Expect a fast open boat, sea spray, limited shade, and no toilet onboard.

“Highly recommended! Great quality-price and very kind guides. Do it!”

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14.From Dubrovnik/Cavtat: Blue Cave, Sunj Beach Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 502 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $71

Join guides such as Ivan, Rino, Mario, or Dora for a 4 to 5-hour shared speedboat trip from Dubrovnik or nearby resorts. Swim through Koločep’s Blue Cave, snorkel at the Three Green Caves, relax at sandy Šunj Beach, and enjoy beer, wine, soft drinks, and water onboard.

“Great day. Plenty of time at each stop. Ivan was a great and fun guide!!”

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15.Dubrovnik: Blue Cave, Green Cave & Sunj Beach Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 302 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $73

Leave Dubrovnik by speedboat for Koločep’s Blue Cave and Three Green Caves, with time to swim and snorkel before relaxing at Sunj Beach on Lopud. Guides such as Toni, Antonio, Dominic, and Luka offer safety tips, music, drinks, and advice on the best beach stop. Early departures help you reach the caves before the crowds.

“Great friendly fun and safe host, Toni. Perfect amount of time at each stop. Early departure to get to the caves before the masses of boats arrive. A great experience, well worth doing. 4 hours so much more enjoyable than an all day outing. Highly recommend this tour and operator.”

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