Croatia Catamaran Cruises: the 4 Best Days on the Water

1.Full-Day Catamaran Cruise to Hvar & Pakleni Islands with Food and free Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 670 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $119Our pick

Join Summer Blues in Split for a 10-hour catamaran day to Brač, Hvar, the Pakleni Islands, and Šolta. You’ll get three swim stops, a guided walk in Hvar, food, unlimited nonalcoholic drinks, and beer and wine after the first swim stop. Hosts such as Mia and Manuela help keep the day moving.

“We had an good experience on this all-day excursion!. The crew was absolutely fantastic, professional, friendly, and clearly passionate about what they do. They made sure everyone felt safe, comfortable, and well taken care of throughout the trip. The sights were breathtaking, and we loved every stop along the way. Tip: If you're prone to motion sickness, be sure to bring some motion sickness pills with you as it is not smooth sailing and you hit quite a few swells. They do serve you a pastry for breakfast, lunch after the Hvar stop and then fruit and muffins after a swim stop in the late afternoon.”

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2.Rovinj: Sunset & dolphin group tours with Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · 1h 30m · from $41Best value

Join Massimo and the local crew from Dalmare rent a boat for a 90-minute sunset cruise from ACI Marina Rovinj. The small catamaran Bikini has a cozy front net, Old Town views, and room to watch for dolphins while hearing stories in English, Croatian, or Italian.

“Love the smaller group, catamaran was extremely comfortable. Our guide was wonderful, so glad he was local, we all the best insight on the town.”

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3.Catamaran Cruise to Golden Horn & Brač island.

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 175 reviews · from $125

Spend 10 hours aboard the Summer Blues catamaran from Split to Brač. Ride by bus to Vidova Gora and Golden Horn, then enjoy lunch, an open bar, Bol village, two swim stops, and music on the return. English-speaking guides, including Ivan and host Dragana on some departures, keep the day moving.

“Such a fun day trip! Had the perfect amount of time in each place. Food was delicious. Staff were amazing! Drinks were great. One of the best trips I’ve ever done :)”

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4.Blue Cave Catamaran Tour with Drinks and Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 139 reviews · 4 hours · from $76

Set out from Dubrovnik on a four-hour catamaran trip with swimming stops at Koločep’s Blue Cave, Green Cave, and another quiet spot, then head toward Šunj Beach. Crew members such as Ziggy and Captain Divo have led past departures. Drinks, snorkel gear, shade, and a restroom are included.

“Very enjoyable activity, one of the highlights from the holiday for my boyfriend and myself. Swimming in the caves was a magical experience, especially going through the green cave. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone.”

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