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Hop a speedboat from Zadar for a four-hour island circuit to Kostanj, Ošljak and Preko (Ugljan). Expect sandy swims, short hikes, snorkeling, and centuries-old island culture led by a local skipper.
Hop a speedboat from Zadar for a four-hour island circuit to Kostanj, Ošljak and Preko (Ugljan). Expect sandy swims, short hikes, snorkeling, and centuries-old island culture led by a local skipper.
The morning light flakes off the Adriatic as the speedboat cuts a bright line through the Zadar channel. Salt stings a little, gulls wheel overhead, and the old city fades behind you while the skipper plots a short hop to sandy bays and tiny island villages.
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Operated by Zadar Boat Tours · Zadar, Zadar County
The morning light flakes off the Adriatic as the speedboat cuts a bright line through the Zadar channel. Salt stings a little, gulls wheel overhead, and the old city fades behind you while the skipper plots a short hop to sandy bays and tiny island villages.
This four-hour island hop hits Kostanj beach for swimming, Ošljak — the Adriatic’s smallest permanently inhabited isle (0.39 km², ~29 residents) with a 6th-century Church of St. Mary and windmill ruins — and Preko on Ugljan, an evergreen island shaped by millennia of olive cultivation. Geology here is limestone and karst; coves form where the rock meets slow waves, producing clear water and sandy patches ideal for snorkeling. Culturally, these islands retain working fishing ports and centuries-old olive terraces; you’ll see small harbors and houses built close to the shore, reflecting a life tied to the sea.
Practically, expect short boat transfers between stops (a few nautical miles at most), roughly 60 minutes ashore at Kostanj and Ugljan and about 45 minutes on Ošljak per the itinerary. Snorkeling equipment is provided; bring reef shoes for rocky entries and a dry bag for valuables. The trip is family-friendly but not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious back/heart issues. Carry local currency for small purchases in Preko, time your visit for calmer seas (mornings are usually gentler), and leave seagrass beds undisturbed when swimming.
This is a compact, high-impact seaside day: quick hops, clear water, small-island history, and a skipper’s local knowledge that makes short time ashore feel like full discoveries.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable boarding a small boat and swimming short distances
Yes — use of snorkeling equipment is included in the tour, though you may prefer to bring your own mask for fit and comfort.
Shared tours are capped at about 10 passengers, keeping the experience intimate while allowing space for gear.
Yes; the trip is family-friendly but requires basic swimming ability for water activities and careful supervision of young children on deck and at shore entries.
The operator cancels for poor weather; you can get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours prior, and the tour may be rescheduled or refunded if cancelled due to conditions.
Ošljak features the Church of St. Mary dating to the 6th century; Ugljan’s olive groves reflect over 2,000 years of cultivation and coastal maritime traditions.
Avoid touching or stepping on Posidonia seagrass, take all trash with you, and support small island businesses to help the local economy preserve cultural landscapes.
Zadar Boat Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The morning light flakes off the Adriatic as the speedboat cuts a bright line through the Zadar channel. Salt stings a little, gulls wheel overhead, and the old city fades behind you while the skipper plots a short hop to sandy bays and tiny island villages.
The morning light flakes off the Adriatic as the speedboat cuts a bright line through the Zadar channel. Salt stings a little, gulls wheel overhead, and the old city fades behind you while the skipper plots a short hop to sandy bays and tiny island villages.
This four-hour island hop hits Kostanj beach for swimming, Ošljak — the Adriatic’s smallest permanently inhabited isle (0.39 km², ~29 residents) with a 6th-century Church of St. Mary and windmill ruins — and Preko on Ugljan, an evergreen island shaped by millennia of olive cultivation. Geology here is limestone and karst; coves form where the rock meets slow waves, producing clear water and sandy patches ideal for snorkeling. Culturally, these islands retain working fishing ports and centuries-old olive terraces; you’ll see small harbors and houses built close to the shore, reflecting a life tied to the sea.
Practically, expect short boat transfers between stops (a few nautical miles at most), roughly 60 minutes ashore at Kostanj and Ugljan and about 45 minutes on Ošljak per the itinerary. Snorkeling equipment is provided; bring reef shoes for rocky entries and a dry bag for valuables. The trip is family-friendly but not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious back/heart issues. Carry local currency for small purchases in Preko, time your visit for calmer seas (mornings are usually gentler), and leave seagrass beds undisturbed when swimming.
This is a compact, high-impact seaside day: quick hops, clear water, small-island history, and a skipper’s local knowledge that makes short time ashore feel like full discoveries.