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Top 15 Private Tours in Zadar

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Here are the 15 best private tours around Zadar, with what each one costs, how long it runs, and which sort of traveller it suits. First choice is on top for a reason; work down until one fits your dates.

Zadar: Boat tour Half day -Private

Zadar: Boat tour Half day -Private - Ošljak Island: the tiny inhabited Adriatic stop for snorkeling

1.Boat tour Half day -Private

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 354 reviews · from $241Our pick

Half-day private boat tour from Zadar to Ošljak, Ugljan, and Galevac with snorkeling, island stops, and included drinks for up to 6.

“We had an incredible day exploring the Dalmatian Coast! He was beyond amazing—super kind and helpful throughout the trip. He took us to three beautiful islands, and his hospitality was unmatched. We were treated to local drinks, delicious liqueur, and he even surprised us with a special gift at the end of the journey. If you’re visiting Zadar, I highly recommend booking a trip with him. His professionalism and warmth made our experience unforgettable! Don’t miss out on this if you’re looking for an authentic and fun boat tour!Read more”

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From Zadar: Private Boat Tour to Croatian Islands

From Zadar: Private Boat Tour to Croatian Islands - The 4-hour format: two common routes, one smart idea

2.Private Boat Tour to Croatian Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 313 reviews · from $256

Private 4-hour boat from Zadar with English skipper, swim stops on Ugljan and Ošljak, and sea views of the city for up to 6.

“Took this boat tour with my wife and three daughters ages 17-23. We loved the boat ride. It was beautiful and relaxing. We visited 2 islands. We spent about one hour at the first island and did some swimming. We spent about 40 minutes at the second island and did some hiking. Our only complaint was that the 3 hours went by so quickly. :)”

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Plitvice Lakes Private Guided Tour

Plitvice Lakes Private Guided Tour - Lower Lakes or both Lower and Upper: pick the loop that fits your day

3.Plitvice Lakes Private Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 221 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $127

Private guided Plitvice Lakes tour with skip-the-line entry, boat cruise, train rides, and expert tips for Lower Lakes or both areas.

“Great knowledgeable friendly guide, amazing scenery, landforms, and wildlife. This is a must see if visiting Croatia.”

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Private Sailing Tours in Zadar Archipelago

Private Sailing Tours in Zadar Archipelago - Ošljak Island: swim and snorkel time with an easy island feel

4.Private Sailing Tours in Zadar Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $278Top rated

Private 4-hour sailing in Zadar’s archipelago for up to 7, with snorkeling stops at Ošljak and Ugljan plus sea views.

“Our captain had many years of experience and took us to some lovely spots. She was very helpful with assisting one of our group who needed assistance entering and exiting the boat.”

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Private Sibenik Walking Historical Morning or Evening Tour

Private Sibenik Walking Historical Morning or Evening Tour - Stop 1: The guided walk from Kresimir IV to St James Cathedral

5.Private Sibenik Walking Historical Morning or Evening Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $54Best value

A private guided walk through Šibenik’s old center, led by Igor, ending at St James Cathedral with optional inside access.

“We had a perfect tour through the worth seeing old town of Sibenik. Igor is very well informed and knows many exciting anecdotes, he is also very friendly and entertaining. There were only us two with him and we enjoyed the tour fully. He took well over three hours for us and had a lot to tell us about all the epochs. Absolutely recommendable! Defenetly the best way to explore the City! Thank you, Igor.”

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Private Half Day Speedboat tour to Zadar’s Nearby Islands

Private Half Day Speedboat tour to Zadar's Nearby Islands - Snorkeling gear and water time: what to expect

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

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

Private half-day speedboat off Zadar with a skipper, snorkeling gear, and flexible stops on Ošljak, Ugljan and Galevac.

“Toni made our afternoon on the water around Zadar a wonderfully fabulous part of our cruise through the Adriatic! We asked him for recommendations about what to do, so he recommended visiting two islands and then swimming in two secluded coves. It was perfect...a relaxing escape from crowded tourist attractions and lots of fun as the boat sped around the bay! Swimming off the boat in the secluded coves made me feel like we were on a movie set since it was so beautiful! Toni had us back to the marina at exactly 4:00, and we were met by the fabulous taxi driver, Mato from Taxi Zadar, who had been…”

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Experience Zadar Archipelago with private Antares sailing tour

Experience Zadar Archipelago with private Antares sailing tour - Ošljak stop: traditional Mediterranean houses and a quieter island feel

9.Experience Zadar Archipelago with private Antares sailing tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $239

Private Antares sailing from Zadar to Ugljan and Ošljak: swim and snorkel, then pass Sea Organs and Greetings to the Sun. Up to 5.

“Laura was a fantastic guide. We anchored in a wonderful bay swimming and snorkeling then sailed to Kali, a nearby fishing village, and had the best tuna and anchovies we've ever eaten at Srdela.”

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Kornati Private Boat Tour Experience

Kornati Private Boat Tour Experience - Price Per Group: What You’re Really Paying For

10.Kornati Private Boat Tour Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $1,104

Private 9-hour Kornati boat tour from Šibenik with swim time, fortress views, and a fish-restaurant lunch stop.

“We had a great day on our private Kornati tour with Kristijan (Kiki) from Archipelago Tours. It was a fun ride with stops at siteseeing places at Kornati. We also stopt for swimming and snorkelling and had a great lunch at one of the Kornati islands. Kiki is a fanatic skipper and tour guide! Next year we hope to do this trip over again with Kiki as our skipper.”

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Private Speedboat tour to National Park Kornati Islands

Private Speedboat tour to National Park Kornati Islands - Stop 1: Kornati National Park and the swim/snorkel at Lojena Bay

11.Private Speedboat tour to National Park Kornati Islands

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

Private speedboat day trip from Zadar to Kornati Islands, swim and snorkel with masks provided, customizable route, optional Telašćica upgrade.

“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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Zadar Archipelago Half-day Island-Hopping Private Boat Tour

Zadar Archipelago Half-day Island-Hopping Private Boat Tour - What You Actually Get: A 4-Hour Skippered Cruise for Up to 6

12.Zadar Archipelago Half-day Island-Hopping Private Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $271

Private half-day island-hopping boat from Zadar with a skipper, swims on Uglijan and Osljak, flexible 4 hours for up to 6.

“We were disappointed in this boat trip. The boat that we were on was not at all the same as the boat in all the pictures that were on the booking site. It was not even similar. We made a booking for 5 people and in all honesty I do not know how 5 people were supposed to fit comfortable on this boat.”

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Zadar: Ugljan, Ošljak and Školjić Islands Private Boat Tour

Zadar: Ugljan, Ošljak and Školjić Islands Private Boat Tour - Ošljak: the car-free island that feels like a pause button

From Zadar: Private sunset sailing tour

From Zadar: Private sunset sailing tour - Drinks on board: the simplest upgrade from a bar crawl

14.Private sunset sailing tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 38 reviews · from $179

Private Zadar sunset sailing for up to 8 on the Elan331. Drinks included, route through the Zadar channel, 2 hours.

“It was an amazing experience. We enjoy a pleasant cruise on Marlin Sailboat. The sunset and the white wine make us feel blessed. We recomand !”

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Sibenik Private Combined Food & Drink and Historical Tour

Sibenik Private Combined Food & Drink and Historical Tour - Café Culture and the Coronation-Era Appetizer Moment