Snorkeling in Zadar: Private Boat to Nearby Islands

Snorkel in a bay off Osljak Island with masks and gear provided, then coffee on Preko's sandy beach.

A private half-day boat snorkeling trip from Zadar takes you to Preko Island and Osljak Island on a traditional wooden boat with a skipper who adjusts the route to your pace. You swim and snorkel with provided masks in a sheltered bay, then relax at cafés on Preko's beach. The skipper speaks English or Croatian and fits the day around what you want to do.

The experience

Four hours on a traditional wooden boat means no rigid schedule: the skipper builds the day around your needs. You choose a morning or afternoon departure and decide how long to spend at each stop. Bring your own food, drinks or swimming gear if you want, or use what's on board. The boat holds your group alone, so there's no waiting for other travelers or compromising on timing.

Preko Island's sandy beach has coffee shops and small restaurants where you can sit for as long as you like. The second stop is Osljak Island, where you snorkel in a bay with masks provided free on board. The equipment is ready when you arrive: no rental fees, no separate booking. After snorkeling, you head back to Zadar. A docking fee of 20€ per boat is due when you arrive.

The boat works for families with children, groups of friends or couples. Infants sit on an adult's lap, and the pace is gentle enough for all fitness levels. Wheelchair-accessible transportation gets you to the dock, and all areas there are accessible too.

What’s included

• Use of snorkelling equipment with masks provided on board at Osljak Island.
• flexible morning or afternoon departure time.
• skipper who speaks English or Croatian and adjusts the route to your needs.

Options for this experience

2 options

Half-day private tour by traditional wooden boat to the islands near ZadarGuide in English or Croatian · 5 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 18:00

Add an extra passenger or petGuide in English or Croatian · 5 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 18:00An additional passenger or pet can be brought aboard for an extra fee

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 18:00

Book up to1h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Croatian

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.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Paid on siteUS$ 23

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Alice tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the snorkeling and island stops on your own schedule without a set itinerary or a larger group. The private boat means the skipper waits as long as you want at each stop, and you're not moving on until your group is ready.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Croatian.

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.

How long does the snorkeling stop last at Osljak Island?

Osljak Island snorkeling typically runs around 1.5 hours, giving you time to explore the bay with the provided masks and come back to the boat at your own pace.

What's included in the snorkeling equipment?

Masks are provided free on board at Osljak Island. You use them to snorkel in the bay. Bring your own fins or other gear if you prefer, or ask the skipper what else is available.

Can I bring my own food and drinks on the boat?

Yes, you can bring anything with you: food, drinks, or extra swimming gear. Preko Island also has cafés and restaurants if you'd rather eat there during your stop.

How does the flexible schedule work if I want to spend more time at one island?

The skipper adjusts the stops based on how long you want to stay at each location. If you prefer more time on Preko's beach or longer snorkeling at Osljak, tell the skipper and he'll fit it into the four-hour window.

Is the boat suitable for young children?

Yes, the wooden boat is designed for families with children. Infants sit on an adult's lap, and the pace is relaxed. Strollers are welcome, and the boat itself is stable and easy to move around on.