Zadar · ZADAR SEA KAYAKING & SUP
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The clearest way to see the walls is from the waterline. This list ranks the best sea kayaking and paddleboard tours around Zadar: sunrise paddles under the old town, longer island crossings, which suit first-timers and which want some arms behind them, all with prices and how long you spend afloat.
Guided sea kayaking in Pag Bay from Ručica Beach, with swims, Gače Cave, and Pag’s famous rock views for $61.
“It was super fun, Marko and his friend were excellent and friendlt guides. The views were so beautiful on the trip, I highly recommend!”
Full-day sea kayaking from Zadar to Dugi Otok: sea caves, cliff jumping, shipwreck snorkeling, and Sakarun beach picigin.
“I highly recommend this trip as it was great and the tour guides were very nice. Been inside of two caves and also jumped off a cliff of 7 meters. We had lunch afterwards, which was a bit longer than I have expected, then we saw a sunken ship with snorkelling. Overall, me and my partner had a great time and would like to say a massive thank you for the day to Ivan and Zori.”
Kayak the Mreznica Waterfalls near Plitvice in 3.5 hours with full gear, English guides, optional jumps, and swim time for $66.54.
“Unfortunately Due to consistent rain our kayak experience had to be canceled. However, Viator notified us a day in advance, so we were able To get a complete refund on that experience and make other plans.”
Kayak Croatia’s Upper Mreznica near Plitvice: 3 hours, gear and transfers included, up to 15 waterfalls with safe guided action.
“The kayaking was great - the location is beautiful and the river meant there was a good mix of gentle paddling and exciting falls. The person leading the activity wasn’t very engaged and the group was very big - much bigger than most of the other groups we saw on the river. The start point was also quite a long way from where you actually got in the river, meaning the whole trip took longer than it needed to. I would absolutely recommend doing this, but would maybe pick a company in a better location that has smaller groups.”
Paddle the Zrmanja and Krupa rivers from Zadar on a small-group kayak safari with waterfall moments, gear provided, and optional transfer.
“Fabulous day! Beautiful place - the river is amazing! The Raftrek staff are very friendly and helpful - ensured we had an enjoyable, relaxed day - highly recommend this trip!”
Paddle Croatia’s Mreznica Canyon with included gear and beginner coaching, passing six travertine waterfalls, swim stops, and optional cliff jumps.
“Fantastic experience, full of thrills and exciting challenges down the Mreznica Canyon. All 4 guides were amazing, and helped us navigate the waters. It was one of the best water adventures I’ve ever had and highly recommend it. Lots of fun!”
Full-day sea kayaking from Zadar to Dugi Otok: caves, sea cliffs, snorkel at Michele wreck, and a white-sand Sakarun finish.
“First things first: it was a wonderful experience! Even though the weather was not as good as the forecast promised, Philippe made the most of it and adapted the program to ensure we all stay safe. It was all together the perfect mix of adventure, relaxation and fun. We would definitely do it again.”
Kayak Dugi Otok from Zadar with a certified guide, swim in a sun-changing sea cave, and enjoy optional cliff jumping and clear coves.
“Great adventure and organisation! Young but very competent tour guides/ lifeguards/ instructors :) optional cliff jumping, ( I hope my wife will allow me to jump next time :D ) helpful and kind guy's . You can feel safe eaven when someone is not the greatest swimmer. I Highly recommend this trip!!”
Half-day guided kayak safari on Croatia’s Zrmanja River with crystal-clear swims and a 10 m waterfall bypass near Velebit.
“When we got to the meeting place, we met 3 young guides who explained everything. If you're not good with English, there's a lady who speaks Italian. The location is beautiful, but the 10 km can be a bit tiring for first-timers (like us). They'll wait for you if you fall behind. Overall, it was a great experience. Bring a beach towel, food, and drinks, and they'll be well kept in insulated boxes.”
Kayak the Mrežnica River near Plitvice with a guided 5 km paddle, waterfall jumps, and van transfers from Slunj.
“The river is absolutely beautiful and the kayaking was lots of fun for us and our two teenagers. This was one of our favorite activities in Croatia. A surprise bonus was that the included lunch was a huge, four course traditional Croatian meal in the hotel restaurant next door!”
Kayak the Mreznica River near Plitvice: two-person boats, helmets and suits included, waterfalls up to 8m, plus shuttle return.
“This was a fabulous experience. Two adults and three teenage girls and we all had an amazing time. We had no previous kayaking experience but our guide Sara was great. Going over the waterfalls in the kayaks and/ or jumping over them was a fantastic experience. The scenery is stunning as you paddle down the river and through the canyon. We even saw turtles along the way. All the equipment was top notch, including wetsuit shorts, full wetsuits, water shoes and obviously helmets and life jackets. We can’t recommend this trip enough - definitely a 5 star day!!!”
Half-day kayaking on Dugi Otok from Zadar: small-group paddling, snorkel gear, sea-cave time, and optional cliff jumps with an ACA guide.
“We managed to go on a half day kayak tour on Monday and it was excellent. The water near the islands and in the caves is just crystal clear, I have never seen the sea this clear before. Our tour guide Filip was the best, he was so helpful and patient with us when we were jumping (or trying to jump ) off the cliffs. Time flew away really fast as we enjoyed ourselves. I can only recommand to take this trip, trust me, you will not regret it. But when they say, go to the ferry port at least 30 minutes before the travel, they mean it, because the…”
Kayak Mrežnica waterfalls near Slunj and Plitvice: gear, safety briefing, rock jumps or swims, and a smooth shuttle finish at Tržić Bridge.
“It was so much fun and while adventurous , it felt very safe. The river was beautiful. Loved our guide. Read the reviews where people write instructions on how to find the building. It was helpful!”
Full-day Dugi Otok tour from Zadar with SUP in a military submarine tunnel, lighthouse views, bocce with drinks, and a small-group pace.
“I can fully recommend the trip with Rocco. He's very open and friendly guide. I had very good time exploring two caves (dove cave and crow cave ;)spending time on the beach, on paddeling, on the top of ligthhouse and eating pizza. Rocco showed me also a very nice game "Bocca" , and we even won ;)”
Private kayaking from Vodice to Prvić with a guide, island swims, and a walk in stone-town Sepurine for a scenic, active half day.
“Great kayaking trip, had the choice of double kayaks and single kayaks. Ivan was very knowledgable and a great tour guide, the tour didn’t feel rushed but also didn’t go on for to long, would defiantly recommend.”
