Pula Kayak Tour: Cliff Jumping & Snorkeling with GoPro

Three hours paddling into Pula's Sea Canyon, then jumping off rocks into clear water

You paddle into a Sea Canyon with a guide who knows the geology, then kayak to a hidden beach accessible only by water. There you can snorkel, swim, or cliff jump with instruction. The tour includes all gear, bottled water, and free GoPro photos of the day. Three hours total, and you leave with pictures you didn't have to take yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Kayak tour with snorkeling and cliff jumping

• Meet at Valovine beach
• Learn kayaking basics
• Kayak into Sea Canyon
• Explore Sea Canyon with guide
• Paddle along Pula Cliffs
• Arrive at Hidden Beach
• Swim, snorkel, and cliff jump
• Receive free GoPro pictures

What’s included

• Your day includes a kayak, paddles, lifejacket, snorkel mask and snorkel, bottled water, and free GoPro photos of the tour.
• The guides provide instruction in kayaking, snorkeling, and cliff jumping.
• You do not need to arrange transport to the beach or bring your own gear.

Times

Next departure: 1 Apr 2027

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Before you book

Group Up to 12

Live guide English, Italian and Croatian Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to 2h before

Ages Adult (14 to 70 years) · Child (6 to 13 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free 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.

Good to know

Moderate physical effort Pets welcome Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems

Operated by Pula Adventure Team

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The experience

What if the only way to reach a beach is by kayak? That's the setup here. You meet at Valovine Beach near Big Mamma bar, get a quick rundown on paddle technique, and then you're in the water heading toward a Sea Canyon that cuts into the Istrian coast. The guides know the place well enough to point out why it's unusual, though they leave some of that discovery to you. It's a three-hour tour, so the pace isn't rushed, and the water is clear enough that you'll see what's below as you paddle.

After the canyon, you paddle along the Pula cliffs toward Hidden Beach: the kind of place that doesn't show up on a regular map because you can only reach it by kayak. Once you're there, you get out and the real choices start: snorkel in the shallows, swim, or try cliff jumping if you want to. The guides teach you how to do both safely, and they bring the snorkel gear with them. If you're not confident in the water, this part matters. The tour is not suitable for non-swimmers, so be honest about that before you book.

You'll get free GoPro pictures of the day, which beats trying to photograph yourself mid-jump or mid-paddle. Everything is provided: kayak, paddles, lifejacket, mask, snorkel, and cold water to drink. You just need to show up at Valovine Beach ready to move. Pickup isn't included, so you'll need to arrange your own transport to the meeting point.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Italian and Croatian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 13 years). Children under 6 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.

Do I need kayaking experience?

No. The guides teach you the basics at Valovine Beach before you paddle into the canyon.

Is this tour suitable for non-swimmers?

No. The tour is not recommended for non-swimmers because of the water activities and snorkeling component.

What's included in the tour?

Kayak, paddles, lifejacket, snorkel mask, bottled water, and free GoPro photos. You do not need to bring your own gear.

Where do we meet?

Valovine Beach, close to Big Mamma beach bar in Pula.

Is pickup included?

No. You need to arrange your own transport to Valovine Beach.

Can I cliff jump if I'm nervous?

Yes. The guides teach cliff jumping technique, but participation is optional. You can snorkel or swim instead.

How long is the tour?

Three hours total, including paddling, the canyon, and time at Hidden Beach.

Will I get photos of the tour?

Yes. Free GoPro pictures are provided at the end of the tour.