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The 15 best Dolphin watching tours in Croatia. What each day involves, who runs it, what it costs, and whether it earns a spot on the trip.
Cruise from Pula to Brijuni National Park for wild dolphins at golden hour, plus sunset views, dinner, and unlimited drinks aboard Europa.
“A lovely boat trip to see the dolphins. Friendly guide and basic but good food. We really enjoyed it. Laura our guide was very good and helpful and kept us entertained lovely staff. Thank you!”
Boat cruise from Pula to Brijuni National Park, swim on St. Jerolim, and chase dolphins with a guide plus unlimited drinks.
“I really enjoyed the small island we swam at, it was beautiful”
A sunset boat ride from Fazana to Brijuni National Park for a dolphin safari, sea views, and skyline-quality photos on the Adriatic.
“We saw the dolphins several times, it was great experience.”
90-minute Rovinj sunset sailing with dolphin watching, panoramic Rovinj Island views, and a welcome drink included from Valdibora.
“Had an amazing experience on this sunset boat trip. Watching the dolphins in their natural habitat was incredibly special. The brother and sister who run this excursion were both lovely. Would highly recommend.”
3-hour Medulin sunset cruise for dolphins off Kamenjak, with unlimited drinks and dinner plus Porer lighthouse views.
“Thoroughly enjoyed it even though I haven’t seen dolphins”
See Adriatic dolphins at sunset from a Vrsar speedboat, with a 100% dolphin guarantee, small groups, and expert English guides.
“the Tour was beautiful, Yvan was a good Skipper and very lovly and respectful with the Delphine. thank you an we support this Trip”
Sail from Pula into Brijuni National Park for wild dolphins, sunset views, and a chef-prepared dinner on a traditional wooden boat.
“It was a very good program, the crew members are so friendly and nice, food was tasty and the amount is perfect. Can recommend it to everyone!”
3-hour dolphin cruise from Pula to Brijuni National Park with expert guides, binoculars, unlimited white wine, and a sunset dinner at sea.
“Amazing experience, the food was great, the guide was super communicative and very nice. The boat captain did everything to make us see the dolphins and WE DID!!! I would absolutely recommend!”
Rovinj’s sunset and dolphin cruise on a cozy catamaran: small groups, a local skipper, and Old Town views from the water for $41.
“I do recommend. Great owner who gave us wonderful stories about everything: the boat, the sea, dolphins, Rovinj. He also showed us Rovinj from local perspective that made the trip unique. Dolphins were collaborating (I think due to to Massimo's charm and his local connections).”
Cruise Poreč for dolphins on a classic wooden Fjera boat. Enjoy panoramic West Istria views with an English guide plus unlimited wine and water.
“Es waren wirklich 2 schöne Stunden an Bord.Wir hatten viel Spass...der Giude und Kapitän waren echt nett ...Wir haben viele Delphine gesehen.Die Tour hat sich wirklich gelohnt.Es gab Wein und Wasser ( reichlich)..es wurde immer wieder nachgeschenkt.Immer wieder gerne...”
A 3-hour Medulin sunset cruise with an 85% dolphin chance, grilled dinner, and unlimited drinks as Porer Lighthouse glows at golden hour.
Pula’s Brijuni sunset cruise on the Arena boat with Istrian dinner, unlimited drinks, and a real shot at dolphin sightings.
“A wonderful trip from Pula! Watching dolphins in their natural habitat was an unforgettable experience. The atmosphere on board was excellent, with friendly staff and great service. Highly recommended!”
Small-group Rovinj sunset speedboat tour for dolphins in the Adriatic, with drinks onboard, respectful approach, and sea views of Rovinj old town.
“This trip was exactly what we hoped for. The sunset was gorgeous and the guide found multiple pods of dolphins. the boat was very comfortable (just be prepared for some spray if you sit in the front :)). Our kids (8 and 10) absolutely loved it!”
Evening dolphin cruise from Poreč with a welcome drink, coastal views, and a chance to spot dolphins plus breaks in Rovinj and Vrsar.
“We saw dolphins and a lovely sunset as we came back. I think we could have done with the trip being a little later to get full sunset. The first welcome drink was just a bottle being placed on a table, it was unclear that you were supposed to help yourself. Some of the people…”
A 2.5-hour dolphin safari from Funtana with a sunset cruise, panoramic Istrian coast views, and onboard drinks on Sveta Ana.
“Dass wir vom Campingplatz abgeholt worden sind, da es eine Planänderung gab.”
