Pula: Night Transparent Kayak Tour with LED Lights & Wine

Summary

Nighttime paddling in Pula’s glowing kayaks with sea life below

You’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.

What’s the experience like?

Ever wondered what the sea looks like at night from just above the surface? I didn’t, honestly, until we were sitting on the pebbles at Verudela and our guide, Luka, handed me a paddle and pointed to these clear kayaks glowing like jellyfish. He grinned and said, “Don’t worry if you’ve never done this before — it’s easier than it looks.” The air was still warm but you could already smell that salty Adriatic breeze mixing with sunscreen and someone’s leftover pizza nearby. We got a quick rundown on how not to tip over (I’m proud to say I didn’t), then set out just as the last bit of orange faded from the sky.

The LED lights under our transparent kayak made everything below look sort of unreal — little fish darting in and out of rocks, bits of seaweed waving around, all of it softly lit up like an aquarium. Luka kept pointing out things I would’ve missed: “See that? Sea cucumber.” (I pretended I did.) Sometimes we’d drift for a minute without talking, just listening to the water slap against plastic and watching the glow spread out underneath us. At one point my friend tried to take a photo but nearly dropped her phone in — Luka laughed and promised he’d send us good ones later anyway.

I’ll admit, I kept forgetting to look up at the sky because there was so much happening under the kayak. But when I did, there were more stars than I expected for being so close to town. After we paddled back in, they handed us a glass of local wine (or beer if you wanted), which tasted way better after an hour on the water. My shorts were damp but who cares — it felt good. Still think about that weird blue light on my hands from the paddle.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Night transparent kayak adventure

• Arrive 30 minutes early at Verudela resort
• Meet guides and learn kayaking basics
• Receive safety instructions
• Begin kayaking at twilight
• Explore Adriatic marine life through kayak bottom
• Enjoy starry sky views
• Guide takes photos and videos

Top questions

Is this transparent kayak tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, beginners are welcome — guides provide instructions before starting.

Where does the night kayak experience start in Pula?

The meeting point is at the Verudela resort area in Pula.

What is included with the Pula night glow kayak tour?

You get a transparent LED-lit kayak, local guide, photos/videos, life vest, bottled water, dry bag, safe storage, and a glass of wine or craft beer.

How deep is the water during the tour?

The route stays close to shore with depths between 4–8 meters.

What happens if weather conditions are unsafe?

The tour will be postponed or canceled if conditions aren’t safe.

Is there a weight limit for participants?

The double clear kayaks have a maximum combined weight limit of 190 kg.

Can children join this night kayaking activity?

Infants must sit on an adult’s lap; check fitness requirements before booking.

What’s included

Your evening includes pickup at Verudela resort area where your local guide gives safety tips before heading out in a transparent LED-lit kayak. You’ll get bottled water, a dry bag for your things, life vest for comfort, plus professional photos and videos taken during your paddle. Afterward there’s a glass of Istrian wine or Croatian craft beer waiting back on shore — all personal belongings kept safe until you return.