The 7 Best Private Speedboat Charters in Zadar

1.Private Speedboat tour to National Park Kornati Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $205Our pick

Set out from Zadar at 9 a.m. on a private speedboat for Kornati National Park. Your skipper, possibly Ivan, can shape the day around swimming, snorkeling, hiking, and Mana fortress. Bring lunch or stop at a restaurant, and add Telašćica Nature Park if you want a longer outing.

“Ivan was a great driver / guide and took us to quiet places to hike / swim / snorkel away from the tourist masses. We started early so we got time at the popular beach while it was still quiet. I would recommend this trip.”

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2.Private Speedboat tour “Hidden Gems of Dugi otok”

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $198

Set out from Zadar at 9:00 am on a private speedboat with a local skipper such as Tome, Blaž, or Marin. Your route can be shaped around swimming, snorkeling, wildlife, quiet island stops, and a fishing village lunch. Masks, life jackets, and water are included.

“We had a nice day on the water. The weather was a little chilly and it was windy so we did not go in the water to swim. It was good to see the islands around the area and be away from the crowds. We also stopped for a nice lunch in a fishing village.”

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3.Private Speedboat Tour from Zadar: Scenic Bays & Island Villages

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Join Toni from D TOURS for a four-hour private speedboat trip from Zadar. Swim by Galevac, wander fishing village Kali, and snorkel at Blue Bay Otrić. Your group of up to 11 has bottled water, equipment, music, and room to adjust the pace.

“Great experience to go sailing with friends and family. A very nice Way to see a bit more of the area and the beautiful islands around Zadar. Toni our skipper was very nice and met all of our wishes for the day. Kids and grown-ups loved it. Best if kids are comfortable in the water.”

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4.Private Speedboat tour to Sakarun Bay and Golubinka cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $240

Leave Zadar at 9:00 a.m. for a private speedboat day to Sakarun Bay, a 1970s shipwreck near Lagnići, and Veli Rat lighthouse. Your skipper shapes the route around your interests. Snorkeling gear and water are included; Golubinka cave costs €80 extra, weather permitting.

“Sehr netter und hilfsbereiter Skipper, unkompliziert, offenr, geduldig, glasklares Wasser, wunderschöne Inseln. Wir würden sofort wieder buchen!”

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5.Private Speedboat tour “Zadar Islands – Off the Beaten Path”

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $162

Set out from Zadar with a private skipper such as Rocco or Marko for seven to eight hours among Dugi otok, Iž, Ugljan, and smaller islands. Expect sandy coves, snorkeling from the boat, a stop in Mali Iž, and a flexible route. Bring euros, food, and money for the €160 fuel charge.

“I was really looking forward to this excursion with my family. Communication was great from Lisa and Ivan. They accommodated the pick up and moved up the time so we could see three swimming spots. The pick up by the cruise terminal would cost us 200 euro cash. The pick up time suggested by Ivan was 8 am and at the Petrol gas station by the cruise terminal. I even checked in with them before leaving for the cruise and the night before regarding location and pick up time. At 08:15 the day of - no one was there. We called Roko, the guide, woke him up. He was told…”

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6.Private speedboat tour : Sakarun beach, Dugi otok, Golubinka Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $144Best value

Join skipper Marko Skoljarev for a private 7 to 8 hour speedboat trip from Zadar to Dugi Otok. Visit Golubinka Cave, Veli Žal, Sakarun Beach, a sunken ship, and an old army tunnel, with snorkeling gear and fuel included.

“great trip. instead of 5 we were with 4 (without Lukas Kril) we were too late for the caves but enjoyed the beautiful views and the fast boat.”

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7.Private Speedboat Tour of Kornati National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7 reviews · 8 hours

Take a private speedboat from Marina Tankerkomerc in Zadar to Kornati National Park. Your English-speaking skipper, such as Ivan or Rocco, adjusts the day for swimming, snorkeling, hiking, views, or a local lunch. Allow €220 in cash for fuel and the park fee.

“Ivan was a great and nice skipper. It was a fantastic day with him. Thank you, Ivan :)”

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