The 5 Private Speedboat Charters in Zadar That Earn Their Fare

1.Private Speedboat tour to National Park Kornati Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $205 a head Our pick

Take a private speedboat from Zadar into Kornati National Park with a skipper who can shape the day around your group. Swim and snorkel at Lojena Bay, visit Mana Island and its fortress, and choose an optional extension to Telašćica Nature Park. Ivan has guided previous outings, and snorkeling masks and bottled water are included.

“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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2.Private Speedboat tour “Hidden Gems of Dugi otok”

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $198 a head Best value

Spend about eight hours on a private speedboat from Zadar with a local skipper such as Tome, Blaž, or Marin. The day can include quiet island coves, swimming, snorkeling with provided masks, wildlife spotting, fishing villages, and a restaurant lunch. Bring food or arrange a meal stop, and note the separate €160 fuel surcharge.

“Private boat trip away of the crowd …😁. Our skipper (Blaj) was nice and delivered a relax atmosphere showing us his secret spots”

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3.Private Speedboat Tour from Zadar: Scenic Bays & Island Villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $385 for the boat, seats 11

Leave Zadar by private speedboat with skipper Toni for a four-hour trip around Ugljan Island. Swim near the Franciscan monastery on Galevac, wander fishing village Kali, and snorkel in Blue Bay Otrić. The boat carries up to 11 people, with water, music, and snorkeling gear included.

“Fantastic experience, Toni our skipper was great , totally flexible on the itinerary , very knowledgeable and good fun . Would highly recommend.”

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4.Private Speedboat tour to Sakarun Bay and Golubinka cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $240 a head

Leave Zadar at 9:00 for a private speedboat day to Dugi Otok. Your skipper handles the route and commentary while you set the pace, snorkel near a 1970s wreck, see Veli Rat lighthouse, and relax at Sakarun Bay. Bottled water and masks are included. Golubinka cave costs €80 extra, weather permitting.

“Sehr netter und hilfsbereiter Skipper, unkompliziert, offenr, geduldig, glasklares Wasser, wunderschöne Inseln. Wir würden sofort wieder buchen!”

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5.Private Speedboat Tour of Kornati National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7 reviews · 8 hours · from $412 for the boat, seats 2

Spend eight hours with a private skipper cruising from Zadar through the Kornati islands. You can swim, snorkel, hike, sunbathe, or stop for a local fish lunch. The route includes Mana’s fortress and Lojena Bay. Skippers such as Ivan and Rocco have been praised for being attentive and professional. Bring cash for fuel and park fees.

“Très bonne journée en famille. Skipper à l'écoute et professionnel. Très beaux paysages. Idéal quand on souhaite éviter la foule des touristes.”

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