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Medulin Boat Tour: Kamenjak Cave, Porer Lighthouse & Levan
Medulin Boat Tour: Kamenjak Cave, Porer Lighthouse & Levan★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (2,511)5hThis full-day boat tour departs from Medulin and cruises the protected coastline of Cape Kamenjak, Porer Lighthouse and Levan Island, with a live guide in English, Italian or German. You swim inside Golumbera sea cave under the cliffs of Kamenjak National Park, sail past the 1846 Porer Lighthouse (an 80-meter tower on an islet 2.5 km offshore), and spend two hours on Levan, the only sandy island in the archipelago. Lunch is prepared on board with a choice of tuna steak, meat, fish or vegetarian menu, and drinks — draft wine, beer, cola, fanta and water — are unlimited throughout the cruise.Is it for me?This is a shared boat tour with a guide leading the group, so it suits travelers who want the stops and the swimming arranged without building the day themselves. The five-hour length and the two-hour beach break on Levan work well if you want a full morning and afternoon on the water but need time to rest and explore the island without rushing.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfromUS$ 53View ›
Medulin boat trip: 5 hours with swimming and all-inclusive drinks
Medulin boat trip: 5 hours with swimming and all-inclusive drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.79 (1,982)5hA five-hour boat trip departing from Medulin harbour takes you along Istria's southern coast to Kamenjak Nature Park, where you swim inside a cave with the crew, cruise past the 1846 Porer lighthouse, and finish with hours to swim and sunbathe at private island Ceja. Lunch, all drinks and a guide in five languages are included; the boat has a restroom on board.Is it for me?Book this if you want swimming stops inside sea caves and a full day afloat with lunch and drinks included on the boat—no need to pack food or find a restaurant mid-trip.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −44%fromUS$ 53View ›
Medulin Sunset Dolphin Cruise & Dinner with Drinks
Medulin Sunset Dolphin Cruise & Dinner with Drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (1,492)3hYou’ll board in Medulin for an evening cruise searching for dolphins around Kamenjak and Porer lighthouse. Enjoy dinner on deck—fish, meat or vegetarian—with drinks included while music plays and sunset colors shift around you. There’s something quietly moving about seeing dolphins in their own world as you drift home under fading light.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −44%fromUS$ 53View ›
Dolphin Watching Cruise Pula: Brijuni Islands at Sunset
Dolphin Watching Cruise Pula: Brijuni Islands at Sunset★★★★★★★★★★ 4.79 (1,455)3hA 3-hour narrated dolphin and sightseeing cruise from Pula aboard the ship Europa, traveling through all 14 islands of Brijuni National Park to observe bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat while learning about their behavior from a live guide. The tour includes unlimited drinks (red and white Istrian wine, soft drinks and water) served throughout; dinner is optional and available only with the dinner-and-drinks booking option. You return to port as the sun sets, passing the illuminated Pula amphitheater and the famous Pula lighting giants.Is it for me?Book the dinner option if you want a full meal woven into the afternoon and don't mind a longer commitment to the boat; choose drinks only if you prefer to eat before or after and want the flexibility to move around more freely. Either way, the three-hour window and the guide's narration mean you learn about the dolphins and the islands without arranging anything yourself.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-12%fromUS$ 42View ›
Medulin Dolphin Sunset Cruise: 3-Hour All-Inclusive Sail
Medulin Dolphin Sunset Cruise: 3-Hour All-Inclusive Sail★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (1,066)3hA 3-hour all-inclusive sunset cruise from Medulin sails the Cape Kamenjak coastline and Medulin archipelago in search of dolphins, passing the Porer Lighthouse during golden hour. The boat carries a freshly prepared dinner (meat, fish, or vegetarian), all-inclusive drinks, and a live guide in English, Italian, or German. Dolphin sightings occur around 70–85% of the time depending on sea conditions, though as wild animals they cannot be guaranteed.Is it for me?Book this cruise if you want dinner and drinks without ordering them separately—the meal and the bar are both settled before you board, so the evening stays relaxed instead of becoming a series of decisions at the table.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −44%fromUS$ 53View ›
Kayak & Snorkel Pula: Sea Caves, Cliff Jumps & Marine Life
Kayak & Snorkel Pula: Sea Caves, Cliff Jumps & Marine Life★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (965)3hA three-hour kayak and snorkel adventure along Pula's Muzil Peninsula in a small group of up to 18, led by a local guide in English or Croatian. You paddle past dramatic cliffs, explore a tidal cave accessible only by sea, stop at a secluded beach to snorkel and spot marine life, and have the option to cliff jump. Snorkeling gear, kayak, paddle, safety equipment and a dry bag are all included; children from age 5 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this if you want to paddle, snorkel and jump all in one morning without renting gear separately or coordinating three different outings—the small group size means the crew can adjust to conditions and let you spend time at each stop instead of rushing through a checklist.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-6%fromUS$ 32View ›
Pula Dolphin Cruise: Sunset dinner with Brijuni views
Pula Dolphin Cruise: Sunset dinner with Brijuni views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (677)3hYou board a modern boat in Pula and sail three hours along the Brijuni National Park coastline, passing Tito's old villa and a 19th-century fortress while eating traditional Istrian dinner with unlimited wine and soft drinks. You'll have a real chance to spot wild dolphins in their natural habitat at sunset, then return to port under the glow of the city's iconic illuminated cranes. The whole experience is included—no separate meal or drink costs—and the boat is spacious enough that you're never crammed in with strangers.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full evening on the water—dinner, drinks, and a real chance at dolphins—without arranging separate meals or transport from Pula. The fixed schedule and included menu mean you show up at the harbour and everything else is handled.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 47View ›
Transparent Kayak Sunset Pula: LED lights, nocturnal marine life
Transparent Kayak Sunset Pula: LED lights, nocturnal marine life★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (398)1h 45mYou’ll float above Adriatic sea life in a see-through kayak as colored lights reveal fish and plants beneath you. With a local guide leading from Pula’s Verudela area, you’ll get tips (and laughs), plus photos taken for you. The tour ends with Istrian wine or craft beer back on shore — and probably some stories you’ll want to tell later.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −29%fromUS$ 65View ›
Brijuni National Park Dolphin Sunset Cruise: Dinner & Drinks
Brijuni National Park Dolphin Sunset Cruise: Dinner & Drinks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.78 (351)3hA 3-hour sunset cruise around Brijuni National Park in search of wild bottlenose dolphins, with dinner and drinks served onboard a traditional wooden boat. The route circles the Brijuni Islands' coastline; an experienced crew takes you to areas where resident dolphins swim and socialize, with an average sighting rate above 80%. Choose between the DINNER & DRINKS option aboard boat Lucija or the DRINKS ONLY option aboard Emilio, both departing at sunset. A guide speaks English, Italian and German; children from age 1 are welcome, and hotel pickup is available on request.Is it for me?Book the DINNER & DRINKS option if you want a full meal and the experience of a traditional wooden boat; choose DRINKS ONLY if you prefer a lighter evening and don't mind the switch to boat Emilio. Either way, the three-hour timing means you catch the dolphins during their most active hours and watch the sunset from the water without cutting into the rest of your day.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −37%fromUS$ 38View ›
Kamenjak Polje Bay boat tour from Medulin: swim, lunch & caves
Kamenjak Polje Bay boat tour from Medulin: swim, lunch & caves★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (336)5hA 5-hour boat tour from Medulin circles the Istrian coast with stops at Golumbera Cave, the Porer Lighthouse and Kamenjak Polje Bay, where you swim and snorkel in crystal-clear water. The boat includes a welcome schnapps, a freshly prepared lunch with fish, meat, tuna or vegetarian options, and wine, beer and soft drinks throughout the day. A guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian and French. Hotel pickup can be arranged for an extra charge.Is it for me?The boat moves at a leisurely pace with long stops for swimming and exploring, so you're not rushing between sites—the 2–3 hours in Uvala Polje and the optional 40-minute walk to dinosaur footprints mean you can choose your own rhythm instead of staying glued to a schedule.Free cancellationKids −44%fromUS$ 53View ›
Truffle hunting & cooking tour Motovun
Truffle hunting & cooking tour Motovun★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (296)3hYou’ll follow truffle dogs through Motovun forest with the Karlić family, hunt for real Istrian truffles, taste homemade brandy and wine, cook traditional dishes together—even dessert gets its own truffle twist. Expect laughter around the kitchen table and stories you’ll remember long after you leave.Free cancellationTravelers' pickTop ratedfromUS$ 142View ›
Pula seaside bike route with cliff diving and swimming
Pula seaside bike route with cliff diving and swimming★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (267)3hA three-hour bike tour along Pula's seaside route in a small group of up to ten riders, starting at the Arena and cycling through Roman monuments, a pine-forest promenade, and coastal cliffs where swimmers and divers enter the water. The route includes stops at the Arch of the Sergii, Church of Our Lady of the Sea, and a canyon ridge with views of the old town and shipyard; riders bring basic cycling skills and comfort in light traffic, and the pace is adjustable. Helmet, mountain bike, water, tour photos and videos are included; an e-bike upgrade is available on request.Is it for me?The three-hour pace means you're pedaling and swimming in the same morning without an early start or a full-day commitment—the route holds the Roman monuments, the pine promenade, and the cliff ridge inside one tide, so the day stays compact and you're back by early afternoon.Free cancellationKids −33%fromUS$ 70View ›
Rovinj Kayak Tour: St. Catherine Island & Snorkeling with Photos
Rovinj Kayak Tour: St. Catherine Island & Snorkeling with Photos★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (262)3hYou paddle 30 minutes along Rovinj's waterfront to St. Catherine Island, where you swim and snorkel in clear Adriatic water, with optional cliff jumping from 1 to 10 meters. The tour includes professional photos, snorkeling gear, life jacket, drinks, and a guide who knows the local stories. Small groups, no experience needed, and you're back on the beach before evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Rovinj from the water without arranging separate photo sessions, snorkeling gear, or transport to a quieter beach — the tour bundles all three and handles the logistics so you just show up and paddle.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −21%fromUS$ 45View ›
Brijuni boat tour from Pula: all-inclusive with swim stop
Brijuni boat tour from Pula: all-inclusive with swim stop★★★★★★★★★★ 4.79 (246)4hA five-hour boat tour from Pula around the 14 Brijuni islands with a local guide, freshly prepared lunch, unlimited wine and soft drinks, and a 2.5-hour stop in Fažana for swimming and beach time. The boat Europa carries shaded and open-air seating, toilets, a bar and an indoor lounge. Everything—cruise, lunch, drinks and the Fažana stop—is included in the price.Is it for me?You get a full day on the water with lunch, drinks and swimming all arranged and paid for upfront, which is what makes it possible to leave Pula in the morning and return with the islands, the food and the beach time already behind you—no separate bookings, no surprises at the bar.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-11%fromUS$ 42View ›
Dolphin Sunset Adventure Rovinj: Speedboat Tour with Guide
Dolphin Sunset Adventure Rovinj: Speedboat Tour with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (231)1h 30mA speedboat dolphin-watching tour from Rovinj with a live English-speaking guide who locates wild Adriatic dolphins and explains how to observe them from a respectful distance. The tour includes life jackets and runs 90 minutes, with a guarantee that you will see dolphins. Infants can ride in a stroller or sit on an adult's lap; the tour suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour for a last-morning or evening slot if you want to see wild dolphins without arranging the search yourself—the guide handles finding them, and the respect-first approach means you watch real behavior instead of a staged encounter.Travelers' pickBest valueKids −48%fromUS$ 30View ›
Pula Sea Cave Kayak Tour with Snorkeling & Cliff Jumping
Pula Sea Cave Kayak Tour with Snorkeling & Cliff Jumping★★★★★★★★★★ 4.78 (211)3h 30mYou paddle 45 minutes along Pula's Istrian coast, snorkel in Canyon Muzil's underwater tunnels and small cave, then reach a hidden beach where cliff jumping up to 10 meters is optional. All kayak gear, snorkeling equipment, and a certified guide are included, plus professional photos and videos of the day. The tour takes a half-day and returns you to the starting beach by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main kayaking and snorkeling spots around Pula without renting a car or arranging multiple activities — the guide handles the route, timing, and all the gear, leaving you to paddle, jump, or float depending on the moment.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-10%fromUS$ 30View ›
Medulin Private Boat Trip: Kamenjak Caves, Porer & Ceja Island
Medulin Private Boat Trip: Kamenjak Caves, Porer & Ceja Island★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (209)5hYou’ll float from Medulin harbor past quiet islands to Kamenjak’s wild caves, swim or just watch fish with a local crew nearby, circle Porer lighthouse while hearing its stories, then share lunch on deck before hours of sunbathing or snorkeling off Ceja island. It’s relaxed and unhurried — you might find yourself still thinking about that salty breeze weeks later.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 1,655View ›
Rovinj Truffle Hunting with Trained Dogs & Small Groups
Rovinj Truffle Hunting with Trained Dogs & Small Groups★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (194)1h 30mYou walk through Motovun forest with trained truffle dogs, learning to spot and dig for white and black truffles alongside the Svilicic family. Small groups mean personal attention and a genuine hunt, not a performance. The forest's reputation for high-quality truffles is earned, and you'll understand why by the end of the morning.Is it for me?Book this if you want to hunt truffles yourself rather than watch someone else do it — the real work, the dogs, the forest, and the Svilicic family's knowledge are what make the difference between a tour and an actual hunt.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 52View ›
Pula: Sea Kayaking, Cliff Jumping & Snorkeling Small Group
Pula: Sea Kayaking, Cliff Jumping & Snorkeling Small Group★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (169)3hYou paddle a double kayak from Pula's main beach toward limestone cliffs and an old military zone, stop to snorkel in clear water and jump from rocks, and return with photos and the kind of tired that feels good. Transport yourself; the guide handles the route, the equipment, and the local knowledge of where to go.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Pula's coast beyond the tourist beaches and don't mind a full morning on the water—the paddle and the stops are what make reaching the cliffs and the jump spots possible in one trip.Free cancellationLikely to sell outKids −15%fromUS$ 61View ›
Brijuni Sunset Dolphin Watching Cruise from Fazana
Brijuni Sunset Dolphin Watching Cruise from Fazana★★★★★★★★★★ 4.70 (169)2hYou’ll board in Fazana with a small group and set sail into the Brijuni archipelago as evening falls. Watch wild dolphins glide through Adriatic waters, guided by local crew who know where to find them. Sip your free drink as sunset colors spill across the sea — it’s peaceful, unscripted, and honestly kind of unforgettable if you let yourself just watch.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −42%fromUS$ 41View ›
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