Snorkeling in Zadar: 4-Island Speedboat Tour with Swimming

Anchor in hidden coves and snorkel straight from the boat

A speedboat snorkeling tour from Zadar visits four islands in the Dalmatian archipelago over four and a half hours, with swimming stops, a skipper guide, and drinks included. You choose between swimming and walking at each island—Otrić's blue bay, the fishing village of Kali, the least-populated Ošljak, and either Galevac's monastery or the town of Preko on Ugljan. Snorkel gear and masks are provided; public transport reaches the departure point.

Step-by-step itinerary

Island speedboat tour with swimming and sightseeing

• Depart from Zadar to Otrić cove
• Swim and snorkel in Otrić bay
• Enjoy a cold drink on the boat
• Visit Kali fishing village
• Walk through Kali's stone streets or dine at Srdela Snack
• Travel to Ošljak island
• Walk panoramic promenade or swim on Ošljak beaches
• Anchor near Galevac island for swimming
• Swim to Galevac monastery or visit Preko town
• Walk old streets and visit Preko beach
• Return to boat for a drink
• Head back to Zadar

The Experience

You board a speedboat in Zadar and head straight to Otrić, a hidden cove with a blue bay where the boat anchors and you swim and snorkel from the water. A cold drink comes with the stop—water, iced tea or wine, included in the price. The first swim sets the rhythm: you're in the water within the first stretch, not watching it from a seat.

The next three stops let you choose how to spend the time. Kali is a working fishing village with narrow stone streets where locals still live; the famous Srdela Snack restaurant sits on the waterfront if you want to eat (not included, but the catch arrives fresh daily). Ošljak, the least-populated island in the Adriatic, has a panoramic walk around its edge or a path to the top with views back to Zadar's old town, or you can swim on untouched beaches under pine shade instead. The fourth stop splits: either swim to Galevac to see a small monastery, or the skipper takes you to Preko, a town on Ugljan with old stone streets, a sandy beach and more to explore on foot.

The tour runs four and a half hours total. Snorkel and mask come with you; the skipper handles the boat and the route. Infants sit on an adult's lap. You'll want a towel (not provided) and should know there's no toilet on board, so plan accordingly. Public transport gets you to the departure point in Zadar, and the boat returns you to the same spot.

What’s included

• Snorkel and mask.
• drinks at each swimming stop (water, iced tea, wine).
• skipper guide.
• speedboat transport to all four islands.
• the choice to swim or walk at each stop.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Zadar: tour of islands by speedboat with diving and drinks

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to snorkel multiple islands in one trip without deciding which ones to visit—the skipper plots the route and gets you to four spots in a half-day.

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Top questions

What's the water like for snorkeling at Otrić?

Otrić is a blue bay where the boat anchors and you snorkel directly from the water. The source describes it as a beautiful blue bay suitable for swimming and snorkeling, and it's the first stop where you get in the water.

Can I walk around the islands or do I have to swim?

You choose at each island. Kali has narrow stone streets to walk through; Ošljak has a panoramic promenade around the island and a path to the top with views, or you can swim on the beaches instead; at the fourth stop, you either swim to Galevac's monastery or walk through Preko on Ugljan.

What drinks are included?

Water, iced tea and wine are included at the swimming stops. The skipper offers a drink again when you return to the boat before heading back to Zadar.

How long is the tour and when does it leave?

The tour runs four and a half hours total. The specific departure time is not listed in the product details, so confirm it when you book.

Do I need my own snorkel gear?

No—snorkel and mask are provided as part of the tour. You don't need to bring your own equipment.

Is this tour suitable for children?

Yes, children are welcome from age one, though infants must sit on an adult's lap. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and you can choose to swim or walk at each island depending on what works for your group.