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Medulin Boat Tour: Kamenjak Cave, Porer Lighthouse & LevanThis 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.
Medulin boat trip: 5 hours with swimming and all-inclusive drinksA 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.
Medulin Sunset Dolphin Cruise & Dinner with DrinksYou’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.
Dolphin Watching Cruise Pula: Brijuni Islands at SunsetA 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.
Medulin Dolphin Sunset Cruise: 3-Hour All-Inclusive SailA 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.
Kayak & Snorkel Pula: Sea Caves, Cliff Jumps & Marine LifeA 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.
Pula Dolphin Cruise: Sunset dinner with Brijuni viewsYou 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.
Transparent Kayak Sunset Pula: LED lights, nocturnal marine lifeYou’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.
Brijuni National Park Dolphin Sunset Cruise: Dinner & DrinksA 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.
Kamenjak Polje Bay boat tour from Medulin: Swim, lunch & cavesA 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.
Pula seaside bike route with cliff diving and swimmingA 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.
Brijuni boat tour from Pula: All-inclusive with swim stopA 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.
Medulin Private Boat Trip: Kamenjak Caves, Porer & Ceja IslandYou’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.
Pula Sea Cave Kayak Tour with Snorkeling & Cliff JumpingYou 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.
Medulin boat trip with Blue Cave, Cres & lunch from PulaA full-day boat tour from Pula departing Medulin, visiting the Blue Cave for snorkeling, cruising past the Hrid Zaglav Lighthouse, and anchoring on Cres Island for two hours of free time or a guided walk. Lunch on board features local Croatian fish, meat or vegetarian options with wine, beer and soft drinks included; an English-speaking guide leads the day and pickup is included from Pula.Is it for me?Spend your day cruising the Medulin archipelago, swimming in the Blue Cave's crystal waters, and exploring Cres island at your own pace—with lunch, guide and boat all included.
Pula: Sea Kayaking, Cliff Jumping & Snorkeling Small GroupYou 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.
Pula: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump Tour with Drinks & PhotosYou’ll paddle Pula’s coastline by kayak with a local guide, stop for snorkeling in crystal-clear water, and try cliff jumping if you’re up for it. Cold drinks are included and your whole adventure gets captured on GoPro — even those awkward underwater moments. It’s relaxed, sometimes messy fun that leaves you sun-warmed and smiling.
Istria Sea Cave Kayak Tour: Swim, Snorkel & Cliff JumpYou’ll paddle along Istria’s dramatic Kamenjak coast by kayak with a local guide, then swim into a sea cave where sunlight glows blue around you. Try snorkeling or even cliff jumping if you’re feeling brave. Includes all equipment plus fruit and bottled water for a proper break after exploring.
Pula: Kamenjak Boat Tour & Snorkeling with Cliff JumpingYou board a twelve-person boat skippered by its owner, motor to protected coves and caves at Cape Kamenjak that larger ships can't enter, snorkel with provided gear, and swim or jump from rocks in water clear enough to see the color change inside the cave. Soft drinks and snacks are included. The tour runs about four to five hours from a 10am or 2pm start, with timing flexible if weather shifts.Is it for me?Right for swimmers and snorkelers who want small-group access to caves and coves that bigger boats can't reach. Expect four to five hours on the water with stops for swimming and snorkeling; the boat's small size is what makes the narrow cave and protected bays possible.
Snorkeling in Brijuni National Park: Lunch & Drinks CruiseA 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.Is it for me?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.
