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This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 12 food & drink tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
From Zadar’s Jazine harbor, a small group of up to nine rides to Ošljak, Preko, Galevac, and Kali. Guides such as Iva, Josip, Toni, Sabrina, Luka, and Dominik combine island history, swimming, snorkeling, and a family-run tasting of seafood, olive oil, and wine.
“Our guide Josip was informative and provided excellent services.”
Spend about 10 hours touring Phi Phi, Maya Bay, Pileh Bay, Monkey Beach, and Koh Khai by speedboat. You get hotel pickup, breakfast, halal buffet lunch, drinks, fruit, snorkeling gear, and an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Tik, Nun, Bao, and Lily have been praised for clear, lively hosting.
“Overcrowded boat, weather conditions were terrible but that is not fault of tour group. Phi phi island & other areas were overcrowded & dirty. Food was average at best.”
Meet at Urcabar in Urca at 10:00 am for a shared speedboat trip toward the Cagarras Islands. Expect Rio views from the water, time to swim, inflatable floats, and cold beer, water, and soda. Captains such as Antonio and Ricardo have led outings, though commentary and route details can vary.
“The boat trip was relaxing, informative, and quite pleasant. Our skipper, Ricardo, was great. He had the right balance of telling us what we were looking at, and staying quiet so we could enjoy the ride. I saw no info that indicated we could swim from the boat if we wore a suit, so we were unprepared. (Not a big problem as we're not big swimmers; just a point for other travelers.) I was amused that the beer we were offered was Budweiser. As an American, it made me laugh because I expected a local brew. We enjoyed the ride, and the unique perspective of Rio from the water.”
Spend about 8.5 hours touring Phi Phi by speedboat from Phuket, with stops at Pileh Bay, Maya Bay, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Koh Khai Nai. Your day includes hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, snorkeling gear, buffet lunch, fruit, and drinks. National park fees cost extra.
“Had the best time on this trip. Well organised, informative. We were very lucky with the weather and sea conditions made for a very pleasant travel. Dream and the team on board were great: really looked after us. Plenty of drinks all day. Read more”
Join a small group of up to nine people for a four-hour speedboat trip from Zadar. With guides such as Toni, Luka, and Danko, you’ll visit Ošljak, Galevac, Ugljan, and Kali, with time for swimming, snorkeling, island walks, local seafood, olive oil, and wine.
“This was a lovely way to spend an afternoon- the girl who took us out was delightful and was able to tell us about the area. Lots of free time to relax and swim- highly recommended”
Board at Urca Pier for a three-hour speedboat tour past Sugarloaf, Copacabana, Arpoador, Niterói, and more. Your guide may be Rafael, praised for careful driving and local insight. Beer, soda, and water are included, with stops for swimming and underwater viewing.
“Rafael es encantador! La excursión fue genial y dinámica. La pasamos increíble”
You’ll spend about six hours on a private RIB with a captain such as Dujo, visiting Hvar’s south-coast coves, Dubovica Beach, the Red Rocks, and Green Lagoon. The trip ends near Sveta Nedjelja with local specialties and wine from a cellar built beneath the sea. Snorkel equipment is offered, but confirm what is available before departure.
“Loved this tour so much that we rebooked to go out again another day of our trip! The boat was comfortable and Dujo was great about understanding what we wanted to see and catering the destinations to our desires, the weather, etc.”
Take a two-person speedboat through Cancun’s Nichupté Lagoon, snorkel at Punta Nizuc, and join a short Mayan purification ceremony with a local spiritual host. The $69 tour includes equipment, snacks, lockers, and a guide. Captain Fox is praised for keeping the ride fun and friendly.
“Great experience and value for your money. Mayan ceremony, snorkeling and speed boating. The guide (Captain Fox) did a wonderful job with creating a fun atmosphere.”
At Puerto Maya Cancun, you’ll cross a Mayan-themed path, join local-style ceremonies, drive a speedboat through Nichupte Lagoon, snorkel among fish and coral, and enjoy Mexican snacks. Guide Brian is praised for his fun approach. Budget another $25 for the marine park and dock tax.
“It was a lot of fun. The boats go really fast. Our whole group really enjoyed this experience. Definitely worth the price.”
Spend 4.5 hours with a private English-speaking guide, including Ivan, cruising Kotor Bay, visiting Our Lady of the Rocks, touring Old Town, tasting market specialties, and sharing a three-course Montenegrin meal with wine or beer.
“This was a GREAT way to spend the day in Kotor! We loved the boat ride and lunch - and our guides were friendly and informative. Highly recommend!”
Set out from the Flutuante Rio pier for a three-hour sunset cruise with up to eight people. You will see Sugarloaf Mountain, Praia Vermelha, Copacabana, Arpoador, Adão Beach, and Niterói, with swimming stops, soft music, and a cold Heineken. Guide Hugo is noted for attentive hosting.
You’ll spend 4.5 hours with an English-speaking private guide, cruising from Kotor to Our Lady of the Rocks and Perast, then walking Kotor Old Town, tasting market foods, and enjoying a 3-course meal with local wine.
Every kind of fast boat on the site, and the water it runs on.
