Snorkeling in Brijuni National Park: Lunch & Drinks Cruise

Five hours on the Adriatic, two islands, one freshly prepared meal.

A five-hour cruise through Brijuni National Park combines a scenic route past the archipelago's islands with a snorkeling stop at Sv. Jerolim, where you swim and explore the seabed in your own time. Lunch and unlimited drinks are served aboard the traditional wooden boat Lucija (or drinks only aboard Emilio, depending on your choice at checkout). A live English-speaking guide narrates the route. The experience suits all fitness levels and families with small children.

Step-by-step itinerary

Cruise and swim at Brijuni Park

• Panoramic cruise around Brijuni islands
• Enjoy lunch aboard the boat
• Stop at Sveti Jerolim island
• Swim and snorkel in clear waters
• Relax on the island's beaches

The experience

The boat leaves with a panoramic cruise around Brijuni's islands while lunch is prepared onboard: a freshly cooked fish, meat or vegetarian meal served with ice-cold white wine and unlimited water, Coke and Fanta. You spend the first part of the morning and early afternoon taking in the archipelago's coastline and learning the history of the islands from your guide, all without leaving your seat or having to arrange a separate meal stop.

The snorkeling happens at Sv. Jerolim, one of the 14 islands in the park. You get mask and snorkel included, and the time there is unscheduled: swim where you want, snorkel as long as you like, or simply lie on the pebble beach under the shade of Mediterranean pines. The water is clear enough to see the seabed and the marine life moving through it. No experience required. The stop is self-guided, so you set your own pace and depth.

Two boats run this route depending on which option you choose at checkout. The LUNCH & DRINKS option boards the traditional wooden boat Lucija, where the meal is part of the day. The DRINKS ONLY option uses the boat Emilio and skips the onboard lunch, keeping the same route and snorkeling stop. Either way, the five-hour window includes the cruise, the meal service (if selected), the snorkeling time and the return. Note that entry to Sv. Jerolim costs extra (€7 for adults, €4 for children aged 8–17, and free for children under 8), and is paid in cash on arrival.

What’s included

• Mask and snorkel.
• freshly prepared lunch (fish, meat or vegetarian option) with ice-cold white wine in limited quantities on the LUNCH & DRINKS option.
• unlimited ice-cold water, Coke and Fanta throughout the cruise.
• a live English-speaking guide narrating the route around the archipelago.
• a five-hour scenic cruise through Brijuni National Park and snorkeling time at Sv. Jerolim.

Options for this experience

2 options

Drinks only on boat "Emilio"Guide in English · Available from 1 Jun 2027

Lunch and drinks on boat "Lucija"Guide in English · Available from 1 Jun 2027

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Jun 2027

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (5 to 10 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupUp to 70

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 7.95

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Emilio Excursions

Is this one for you?Choose the LUNCH & DRINKS option if you want a full meal and wine as part of the day without stopping ashore. Pick DRINKS ONLY if you prefer to eat separately or travel lighter. Either way, the snorkeling is self-guided, so you control how much time you spend in the water versus relaxing on the beach.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 10 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the water like for snorkeling at Sv. Jerolim?

Sv. Jerolim offers clear water where you can see the seabed and marine life. Snorkeling is self-guided, so you choose where to go and how deep to explore. Mask and snorkel are provided.

Is lunch included, or do I choose drinks only?

You pick one option at checkout: LUNCH & DRINKS (freshly prepared fish, meat or vegetarian meal with wine and unlimited drinks aboard the boat Lucija) or DRINKS ONLY (unlimited drinks aboard the boat Emilio, no meal). Both options include the same cruise route and snorkeling stop.

How long is the whole experience?

The cruise runs five hours total, including the panoramic route around the islands, the snorkeling stop at Sv. Jerolim, and the return journey.

Do I need snorkeling experience?

No. The snorkeling at Sv. Jerolim is self-guided and suitable for all fitness levels. Mask and snorkel are included, and you decide how long to spend in the water or on the beach.

What's included in the unlimited drinks?

Unlimited ice-cold drinks aboard include water, Coke and Fanta. The LUNCH & DRINKS option also includes ice-cold white wine in limited quantities.