Boat Trip from Zadar to Kornati Islands with Snorkeling
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Activity
Motorboat
Languages
German, English, French, Italian, Spanish
Included
Food & Drinks
Minimum age
No age restrictions
Meeting places
Zadar - Marina
At the marina at Sutomiška 1, 23000 Zadar
Zadar - Old City
At the port Foša close to the old city, close to the restaurant Foša (Foša, 23000, Zadar)
Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Details
Enjoy a wonderful day with your family or friends on a boat trip to the Kornati National Park from Zadar! Little by little, while you will see the coast of Zadar unfold before your eyes, we will enter the archipelago. We will cruise between the islands and reach Mana Island, where we will have our first 2-hours stop. There, you will have the opportunity to swim and snorkel in the crystal-clear water of two different beaches. You can also decide to visit the small village that has been specially built for the film "As the Sea Rages" in 1959.
After the break, we will navigate to our Captain's house, which is situated on Kornat Island in a small community of only 7 fishermen houses. Along the coast of the island, you will see a small church from the 13th century, as well as the tower of Toreta, from the 10th century. Once arrived at the island, the Captain Igor will welcome you to his house, where we will organize a lunch under centennial olive trees. The wine served during the lunch is made in the basement of the house! When it's time to go home, we will head back to Zadar.
Highlights
- Swimming and snorkeling stops on Mana island
- Stop at the Captain's house on Kornat island
- Lunch with homemade wine and local fish
Departure & Return
For this boat trip, you can choose between 2 different meeting points: you can meet us at the Marina (Sutomiška 1, 23000) at 7.45 am, or we also have a second meeting point where you can meet us on a pier near the old city, on the peninsula, next to the Sea Organ (Obala kralja Petra Krešimira IV, 23000) at 8:00 am. At the end of our outing, you will disembark at your chosen starting point.
Characteristics of the boat
- Number of passengers: 100
- Bar (with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages)
- Sun-protected area
- Restrooms
- Pets allowed
Included Services
- Entry ticket to the Kornati National Park
- Lunch: grilled fish, grilled meat, mixed salad and fruit
- Wine and soft drinks
- Snorkeling equipment
This full-day boat trip from Zadar to the Kornati islands is a highlight for many visitors, with around 79% of reviewers giving it a five-star rating. Guests love the well-organized tour and the friendly, multilingual family crew who create a welcoming atmosphere. The journey showcases a landscape that is "a dream" with chances to see dolphins and swim in crystal-clear waters. While some find the boat ride long, the delicious local lunch and excellent value make this a highly recommended experience for families and couples.
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Mariia · FamilyDenmark · July 2026
Nice experience of Kornati islands. The crossing takes about 2.5 hours each way with sandwiches, beverages on board. You will be assigned a table on the boat but also can move around the boat for better view. We borrowed free of charge snorkeling equipment, which is nice. The swimming itself was rather challenging, lots of sea urchins, sharp stones coast. But the water and fishes were stunning. On the way back we docked at captain house for a lunch and swimming. It was nice, food was rather simple, there are 3 options ( vegetarian: grilled veggies; fish with cabbage salad and chicken breast with the salad). Could be nice to have kids menu. Amazing experience! The crew is friendly and attentive.
Susann · FamilyGermany · July 2026
It was a wonderful excursion. The crew was incredibly friendly and the number of participants was just right – no mass tourism at all. They even took great care of our dogs. Everything was perfectly organized, and we received a lot of information about the national park. We highly recommend this trip.
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Ziad · FamilyGermany · July 2026
Very friendly team, everything was perfectly organized, detailed tour, delicious food, excellent value for money.
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Can I bring my dog or pet?
Yes, pets are welcome on board.
What is included in the price?
The price includes the entry ticket to the Kornati National Park, snorkeling equipment, and a lunch with grilled fish or meat, salad, fruit, wine, and soft drinks.
Where is the meeting point?
You can choose between two meeting points. The first is at the Marina (Sutomiška 1, 23000) at 7:45 am. The second is on the pier near the old city and the Sea Organ (Obala kralja Petra Krešimira IV, 23000) at 8:00 am. You will return to your chosen starting point.
What does the itinerary look like?
The trip starts with a cruise to Mana Island, where you'll have a 2-hour stop for swimming and snorkeling. Afterwards, you will navigate to the captain's house on Kornat Island for lunch. The return to Zadar is scheduled after the lunch break.
Is a vegetarian lunch available?
Yes, in addition to grilled fish and meat, a vegetarian lunch option with grilled vegetables is available.
Is snorkeling equipment provided?
Yes, snorkeling equipment is included in the price and can be borrowed free of charge.
How long is the boat ride?
The boat ride from Zadar to the Kornati archipelago takes approximately 2.5 hours each way.
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