Zadar 3 Islands Boat Tour: swimming, snorkeling & Aperol Spritz

Three islands, two swims, one drink—the route changes with the weather

A 3- to 4-hour boat tour from Zadar Foša harbor to three islands in the Adriatic, with two swimming and snorkeling stops, time to explore a small inhabited village, and one drink (Aperol Spritz, Prosecco or water) included. The itinerary shifts if conditions favor island stops over water time. Snorkeling gear is provided; a guide leads in English or Croatian.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour of 3 islands with swimming

• Board boat at Zadar Foša harbor
• Briefing about the day
• Depart towards island of Ugljan
• Enjoy view of Zadar Old Town
• Swimming and snorkeling stop
• Explore smallest inhabited island
• Visit Skoljic near Ugljan island
• Walk around Preko village or lunch stop
• Swimming and snorkeling stop

The Experience

You board at Zadar Foša harbor after a short briefing and head south toward Ugljan island, passing the Old Town as you leave. The boat stops twice for swimming and snorkeling—once on the way out and once near Skoljic, a rocky islet close to Ugljan where the water is clear and the monastery collection sits on the shore. Between water stops, you land on two islands: one is the smallest inhabited island in the Adriatic, home to about thirty locals and a working fishing village since the Middle Ages, where you can walk around and see how the place actually works. The other, Preko village on Ugljan, gives you time to grab lunch or just move around before the final swim.

The tour runs 3 to 4 hours depending on which option you pick—a 2-hour swim-focused version, a 3-hour speedboat run, or a 4-hour half-day. Weather decides the balance: on cold or windy days, the guide adds an extra island stop because the sea isn't ideal for swimming. Snorkeling equipment is on the boat; one drink comes with your ticket. Come 5 to 10 minutes early—parking near Foša is tight, and the boat leaves on schedule.

The boat can't carry luggage, strollers or bulky items, so travel light. Infants sit on an adult's lap. Pets aren't allowed. If you have mobility concerns, this tour isn't a good fit because boarding and moving between stops involves steps and uneven surfaces. Public transport runs nearby if you don't drive.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• one drink (Aperol Spritz, Prosecco or water).
• a guide in English or Croatian.
• access to three islands with swimming and snorkeling stops.
• bottled water.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by MOLO TOURS

Is this one for you?You pick this tour when you want to swim and snorkel in the Adriatic without renting a boat or planning the stops yourself—the guide handles the route and adjusts it if the weather shifts, so you show up and the day unfolds.

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Top questions

What exactly do I do at each island stop?

The smallest inhabited island in the Adriatic lets you walk around the village and see the fishing community; Preko village on Ugljan gives you time to explore or eat lunch. Both are short visits—the focus is the swimming and snorkeling stops, which happen in the water between islands.

Can I choose which drink I get on the boat?

One drink is included with your ticket: Aperol Spritz, Prosecco, or water. You pick which one when you book.

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my tour?

The guide adjusts the route based on sea conditions—if it's cold or windy, you'll do more island stops and less swimming time. The tour still runs unless conditions are unsafe; you're not refunded for a weather change, but the itinerary shifts to make the day work.

Is snorkeling gear included, or do I bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is provided on the boat. You don't need to bring your own.

How long is the tour, and which option should I pick?

The Swimming and Sunset option runs 2 hours and focuses on water time; the Quick Speedboat Tour is 3 hours and mixes islands and swimming; the Half-day Speedboat Tour is 4 hours and gives you the most time at each stop. Pick based on how much of your day you want to spend on the water.

Do I need to be a strong swimmer to go snorkeling?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. Snorkeling happens at designated stops where the guide is present; you can also just swim without the gear if you prefer.