Kayaking to island Prvić: Medieval stone houses from the water

The first view of Prvić is the line of stone houses rising straight from the water.

Kayak from Vodice beach to island Prvić, a medieval settlement of centennial stone houses and a fishing harbor, with a guide leading the paddle, multiple swimming stops, and a walking tour of the town. The outing runs about three and a half hours and includes the kayak, life jacket, paddling instruction, water, and tea or coffee. Children from age four are welcome.

The experience

Island Prvić sits in the Adriatic off the Dalmatian coast, and the paddle there starts on the beach in Vodice. After a short introduction to paddling technique, you push off and head toward the island, passing the smaller islands of Logorun and Tijat on the way. The guide stops several times so you can swim, breaking up the paddle with time in the water.

Once you reach Prvić, you leave the kayak behind and walk through the town on foot. The island has been inhabited since the early Middle Ages, and the stone houses, many of them centuries old, stand packed close together along narrow streets. A fishing harbor and a medieval bell tower anchor the waterfront, and the guide walks you through the layout so you understand what you're seeing. The whole outing, from launch to return, takes about three and a half hours.

The kayak, paddle, and life jacket are provided, as is bottled water and tea or coffee. Public transportation runs near the Vodice beach where the day begins, so you can reach the launch point without a car.

What’s included

• Kayak, paddle, and life jacket.
• paddling instruction on the beach.
• guide leading the paddle.
• multiple swimming stops en route.
• walking tour of island Prvić.
• bottled water.
• tea or coffee.

Before you book

Days and timesFriday to SundayDepartures at 08:30 and 15:30Last departure this season: 1 Nov

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AgesAdult (14 to 65 years) · Infant (4 to 13 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Karika - Day Tours

Is this one for you?The paddle is steady and the swimming breaks keep the pace relaxed, so it suits anyone comfortable in the water and ready to paddle for a morning. The walking tour on Prvić adds time on land, so you're not kayaking the whole outing.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (4 to 13 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

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 happens if I've never kayaked before?

The guide gives a short introduction to paddling on the beach before you set out, so no prior experience is needed. The pace is steady and the water is calm.

Is there time to swim on the way to the island?

Yes. The guide stops several times during the paddle so you can get in the water and cool off before continuing to Prvić.

What's on the island once we arrive?

Island Prvić is a medieval town of old stone houses, a fishing harbor, and a bell tower from the Middle Ages. The guide leads a walking tour through the streets so you see the layout and history of the settlement.

How do I get to Vodice beach where the kayaking starts?

Public transportation options are available near the beach, so you can reach the launch point without renting a car or booking a transfer.