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Dolphin Watching in Croatia: the 15 Best Trips

31 tours  ·  from $29 a head

Istria’s bottlenose are residents, so the boats out of Pula, Fazana and Rovinj work a short, known stretch of water. These 15 are mostly evening sailings, priced and clear about how long you are out.

Vrsar: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour including Drinks - Searching for dolphins without chasing them
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Vrsar: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour including Drinks

1.Dolphin Watching Boat Tour including Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,227 reviews · 2 hours · from $29Our pick

From Vrsar’s Lidija Tours, you’ll cruise north along the Istrian coast and nearby islands while the captain searches for wild dolphins. The two-hour trip includes wine, water, or orange juice, sunset views, and a relaxed deck ride. Boats can be wheelchair accessible, dogs are welcome, and a smaller wooden boat may sometimes be used.

“It was a great trip, the kids loved it and the captain was respectful of the dolphins not getting too close. It was also nice that the boat wasn’t packed out so you had a bit of space on board. Would definitely recommend.”

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3hours all inclusive Sunset&Dolphin Tour from Medulin on Sandra - Finding the dolphins near Kamenjak
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3hours all inclusive Sunset&Dolphin Tour from Medulin on Sandra

2.3hours all inclusive Sunset&Dolphin Tour from Medulin on Sandra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,130 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54Top rated

Board Sandra at Medulin Harbor for a three-hour evening cruise past the Medulin archipelago and Kamenjak National Park. Ricardo, Ilya, Monica, Diana, Ana, and other crew members may host the trip, with music, drinks, dinner, sunset views, and a chance to spot dolphins. Sightings are possible but never guaranteed.

“Wonderful sunset boat tour! Was so much fun. All drinks included and food and they kept on flowing. I had the fish which was delicious. Lots of room and views were stunning. We unfortunately did t see any dolphins but they didn't change the fact it's a great trip. Monica and Diana were amazing onboard. Lots of stories and kept everyone entertained. Definitely worth booking!”

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Dolphin Watching & Sunset Boat Tour With Dinner and Drinks - Brijuni begins with the Peneda lighthouse
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Dolphin Watching & Sunset Boat Tour With Dinner and Drinks

3.Dolphin Watching & Sunset Boat Tour With Dinner and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,075 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66

Set sail from Pula aboard the Europa for about three hours around all 14 Brijuni islands. Guides such as Laura and Noah explain the dolphins, forts, Tito’s former residence, and local sights. Choose grilled fish, chicken, or vegetables, with unlimited wine and soft drinks. Dolphins are wild, so sightings are never guaranteed.

“The boat cruise was quite enjoyable and was planned for a good length of time. Seeing some dolphins was definitely a highlight.”

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Pula: Dolphin&Sunset Cruise in Brijuni with Dinner&Drinks - Meeting Europa in Pula
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Pula: Dolphin&Sunset Cruise in Brijuni with Dinner&Drinks

4.Dolphin&Sunset Cruise in Brijuni with Dinner&Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,010 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Cruise from Pula aboard Europa for three hours of dolphin watching, sunset views, dinner, and drinks near Brijuni National Park. Your guide may include Lucia, Laura, or Dominic, sharing local stories in English, German, or Croatian. The boat has indoor lounges, an open deck, bar, toilets, and space for up to 100 people.

“The boat was a good size, which for us meant it handled any slight waves quite well. The crew were very friendly. The food was simple, well cooked and very tasty. We did get to see some dolphins along the way, so all in all an enjoyable excursion.”

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Poreč: Evening Boat Trip to Discover Dolphins - How Dolphin Watching Actually Works
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Poreč: Evening Boat Trip to Discover Dolphins

5.Poreč: Evening Boat Trip to Discover Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 909 reviews · from $35

Join the Kristofor at Poreč’s main port for an evening cruise along Istria’s west coast. The crew searches for dolphins while you enjoy wine, water, music, sea views, and sunset colors. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, but the relaxed boat ride and friendly English- and German-speaking crew make this a pleasant family outing.

“The crew were very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. They made the whole trip relaxed and fun at the same time. Highly recommend.”

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Pula: National Park Brijuni Island Visit & Dolphin Cruise - St. Jerolim: swim first, explore second
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Pula: National Park Brijuni Island Visit & Dolphin Cruise

6.National Park Brijuni Island Visit & Dolphin Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 788 reviews · 5h 30m · from $76

Spend about five and a half hours on the Korkyra boat from Pula, with a guided cruise around Brijuni National Park, free time to swim and snorkel at St. Jerolim, unlimited drinks, dinner ordered in advance, and a sunset search for dolphins. Guides speak English, German, Italian, Dutch, and Croatian.

“The snorkelling around St Jerome was amazing. If there was a boat just went to the island without food or a tour we would definitely have returned”

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Fazana: dolphin safari and sightseeing in Brijuni at sunset - When the dolphins finally appear
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Fazana: dolphin safari and sightseeing in Brijuni at sunset

7.Fazana: dolphin safari and sightseeing in Brijuni at sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 763 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

From Fazana’s main pier, you’ll board the pet-friendly Kristina for a 1.5 to 2-hour sunset cruise near Brijuni National Park, Pula, and Fazana. A live guide speaks Croatian, English, or German while the captain searches for dolphins. Expect clear sea views, onboard toilets, a soft drink, and a strong chance of sightings, though nature makes no guarantee.

“We saw the dolphins several times, it was great experience.”

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Rovinj: Sunset Boat Trip with Dolphin Watching - Passing Rovinj Island and the Nearby Islets
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Rovinj: Sunset Boat Trip with Dolphin Watching

8.Sunset Boat Trip with Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 644 reviews · 1h 30m · from $35

Set out from Valdibora with Boat Excursions Tonka for a 90-minute sunset cruise along Rovinj’s coast. You’ll pass Rovinj Island and nearby islets, watch for dolphins in open water, and enjoy a welcome drink of grappa, white wine, orange juice, or water. English, Italian, and Croatian guides lead the trip.

“Great fun on a nice boat with friendly guides. Highly recommended.p”

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3hours Dolphin Sunset watching with unlimited drinks +dinner - Cruising past Cape Kamenjak
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3hours Dolphin Sunset watching with unlimited drinks +dinner

9.3hours Dolphin Sunset watching with unlimited drinks +dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 629 reviews · 3 hours · from $53

From Medulin, cruise around Cape Kamenjak with English, French, German, Italian, or Croatian commentary. Watch for dolphins, see Porer lighthouse at sunset, and enjoy fish, tuna, meat, or vegetarian dinner with beer, wine, soda, and water included. Laura and Monica are among the friendly crew members praised for warm service.

“Delivered everything stated in advert. Reasonable price, friendly crew.”

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Vrsar: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Adventure with Speedboat - Searching for dolphins in the Adriatic
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Vrsar: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Adventure with Speedboat

10.Dolphin-Watching Sunset Adventure with Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 624 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

Set out from Vrsar with an English-speaking skipper such as Peter, Ivan, Dino, or Aleks, then search the Adriatic for wild dolphins. You watch from a respectful distance while the guide explains dolphin behavior and local sights. The 90-minute speedboat trip includes sunset views, pets, and a full refund if no dolphins appear.

“Ivan was a great guide! The most important for him was the safety of the dolphins (not like other guides from other companies). Luckily we saw plenty of dolphins and some of them were 10 meters from us. Great experience, thanks a lot!”

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Fantastic DOLPHIN & SUNSET TOUR with dinner ( Pula-NP BRIJUNI ) - Dinner on board, with fish the better choice
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Fantastic DOLPHIN & SUNSET TOUR with dinner ( Pula-NP BRIJUNI )

11.Fantastic DOLPHIN & SUNSET TOUR with dinner ( Pula-NP BRIJUNI )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 618 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66

Set sail from Pula at 6 pm for a three-hour group cruise past all 14 Brijuni Islands. Enjoy grilled fish or meat, salad, bread, wine, orange juice, and water while watching for wild dolphins near the islands. The return trip brings sunset views, Pula’s Roman harbor, and the illuminated Lighting Giants cranes.

“An unforgettable experience. Great fish for dinner after seeing dolphins. Recommended.Auto-translated”

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Pula: Brijuni National Park Sunset, Dolphins & Dinner Cruise - Meeting the boat near Tito’s Park
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Pula: Brijuni National Park Sunset, Dolphins & Dinner Cruise

12.Brijuni National Park Sunset, Dolphins & Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 607 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Set sail from Pula on a traditional wooden boat for a three-hour evening cruise around Brijuni National Park. You’ll search for wild dolphins, watch the sunset, and enjoy a freshly prepared choice of mackerel, chicken, or vegetarian dinner. Water, orange juice, and white wine are included. Bring a jacket.

“Highly recommended. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the whole experience was amazing. Lucky to see a few lovely dolphins dancing in such a beautiful sea and the sunset was stunning.”

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Dolphin Watching Tour – 85% Chance – Drinks & Dinner Included - The dolphin search and what to expect
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Dolphin Watching Tour – 85% Chance – Drinks & Dinner Included

13.Dolphin Watching Tour – 85% Chance – Drinks & Dinner Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 575 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54

From Medulin, you sail toward Kamenjak National Park and Porer Lighthouse while watching for dolphins. Dinner, beer, wine, water, juice, and Wi-Fi are included. The boat holds up to 50 people, and the mood can range from peaceful sunset cruise to lively party boat, depending on the day.

“it was a great experience, you won't experience the experience any more soon, personal also topAuto-translated”

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Pula: Dolphin Sunset Cruise to Brijuni with Dinner & Drinks - Passing the Lighting Giants of Uljanik
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Pula: Dolphin Sunset Cruise to Brijuni with Dinner & Drinks

14.Dolphin Sunset Cruise to Brijuni with Dinner & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 511 reviews · from $58

Set out from Pula on the Ananda catamaran for Brijuni National Park, with a guide such as Selma sharing local information along the way. You will search for dolphins, watch the sunset, and eat a choice of fish, meat, or vegetarian dinner with unlimited red and white wine and soft drinks. The boat holds up to 100 people for more space.

“The ride itself was wonderful and the crew was really nice. We got to see some dolphins which was actually really amazing but my disappointment was the dinner and drinks: I had fried chicken which was served with a cabbage salat and bread, no real side dish, and only alcoholic drinks available were red wine and beer- the description of the tour advertised a bigger variety of drinks.”

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Pula: Brijuni Islands Dolphin Watching & Wildlife Cruise - Brijuni National Park From the Sea
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Pula: Brijuni Islands Dolphin Watching & Wildlife Cruise

15.Brijuni Islands Dolphin Watching & Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 434 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Sail from Pula along the coast toward Fažana and Brijuni National Park while a multilingual guide explains the sea and islands. Use onboard binoculars to look for dolphins, then watch the sunset from the water with unlimited white wine, mineral water, and soft drinks. Dinner is optional and ordered before departure.

“It was really great boat tour! We saw many dolphins and had tasty dinner onboard with drinks included. Guide told us about places we saw on the way. Lovely!”

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New in Croatia Dolphin Watching Tours

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★ 5.0Private Sunset Dolphin Excursion with Dinner and Animation13 reviews
★ 5.0Private boat trips in Porec: dolphin watching, panoramic viewsFrom $6843 reviews
★ 4.6From Poreč: Evening Dolphin Cruise with Welcome DrinkFrom $3593 reviews
★ 4.8From Fazana: Private sunset dolphin tour17 reviews
★ 4.1Fazana: Dolphin Finder in Brijuni islands Safari with DinnerFrom $3488 reviews
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