8 Zadar Sailing Tours to Get on the Water

1.Full-Day Sailing Trip to Kornati

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 563 reviews · 9 hours · from $81Our pick

Set sail from Marina Borik with a skipper and up to six other participants. Cruise toward Kornati and Telašćica, swim and snorkel in clear Adriatic water, walk to Lake Mir and the cliffs, and enjoy a quieter boat day than the usual large-group cruise. Skippers such as Josip, Ante, Mike, and Fran are known for making the sailing part friendly and hands-on.

“a very cosy day and as always beautiful scenary. enough time for both stops. Mike the skipper is very experienced and was teaching a participant how to sail. was fun.”

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2.Zadar Half Day Sailing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 413 reviews · 4 hours · from $49Best value

Spend four easygoing hours sailing from Zadar with an English-speaking skipper and up to eight other people. Swim and snorkel near Ugljan, stroll through Preko, and pass Zadar’s Sea Organ on the return. Skippers such as Petar and Ante have welcomed guests aboard, explained sailing, and adjusted the route when conditions changed.

“This was a fantastic experience and I cannot recommend it enough! Petar was friendly and welcoming and made the trip really fun. He sailed us to a lovely bay for a swim and then to Preko to explore the village before sailing back to Zadar. Excellent views and the water was beautiful to swim in! Petar had snorkelling equipment to use if we wanted. Meeting point was clear and easy to find. This is great value for money and a must do for anyone wanting a chilled Zadar experience. Thank you so much Petar!”

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3.Private Sailing Tours in Zadar Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $279 whole boat, up to 7Top rated

Set out from Bregdetti Street in Zadar with a private group of up to seven. Laura or Tony/Tonci guides the boat toward Ošljak and Ugljan, with time for swimming, snorkeling, sightseeing, and lunch at your own cost. Snorkel gear, fuel, skipper, and fees are included.

“Our captain had many years of experience and took us to some lovely spots. She was very helpful with assisting one of our group who needed assistance entering and exiting the boat.”

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4.Half/Full Day Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 66 reviews · from $49

Sail from Zadar in a small group of up to seven, with a professional skipper, toward the islands of Ugljan and Ošljak. Choose a four-hour morning or afternoon trip, or a full day from 09:00 to about 17:00. Swim, snorkel, fish, visit villages, and bring your own food and drinks.

“Daily boat trip, duration from 9am to 4.45pm. The tour guide was a bit rushed, often talking on the phone during the trip and not explaining anything about the landscape or the islands. On drop-off, he said goodbye hastily and left us on the boat. The day started from the port of Zadar and took us to Preko, where we stopped for a swim in a bay. He took us to Calle for lunch and then immediately returned to the port of Zadar. Overall, it was a pleasant day, but it would have been more interesting with a more engaging tour guide. The description does not make it clear that…”

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5.Experience Romantic Sunset Sailing on modern 36ft sail yacht from Zadar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about two hours sailing from Zadar on a modern 36-foot yacht with a skipper-guide such as Luka, Petar, David, or Ante. You’ll pass the Sea Organ, University of Zadar, and Monument to the Sun, while enjoying the sunset from the water. Bring wine, beer, soft drinks, and snacks to keep in the onboard fridge.

“Josh was very relaxed and funny, just a great person to talk to. We had a really nice conversation and we laughed a lot. He also let us steer! The view was great as well, of course. definitely worth it!”

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6.Elegant Sunset cruise under sails,large yacht,full comfort

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 1h 30m · from $88

Set sail from Zadar marina with a professional skipper such as Damir, turn around the old town, and follow the city channel toward the sunset. You’ll have a comfortable yacht with cabins, toilets, and a fridge, plus champagne and quiet time on deck. The 90-minute cruise suits couples and small celebrations.

“Damir, the skipper was amazing ! We really enjoyed our tour. We were only two with my partner on the boat for the sunset.”

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7.Private Half Day Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8 reviews · from $309 whole boat, up to 8

Spend four hours on a private sailboat from Zadar, with a professional skipper such as Tino or Dario at the helm. Choose a 9:00 to 13:00 morning trip or a 14:00 to 18:00 afternoon outing, then visit quiet bays near Ošljak and Ugljan for swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and island views.

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8.Private Half-Day Sailing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours · from $306 whole boat, up to 7

You’ll sail privately from Zadar across the Zadar Channel toward Ugljan, stopping for a swim and time in Preko village. Your English-speaking skipper handles the route while you enjoy secluded bays, Galevac islet, onboard cabin and toilet, and views of the Sea Organ on the return.

“The skipper was super friendly. Unfortunately, we had bad weather so we had to keep the trip short. Still, contact with the agency was very easy and straightforward.”

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