Boat excursions from Pula: how to choose

Islands, caves, dolphins, swimming and sunsets. Six ways to spend time on the water, and how to choose the one that suits you.

Season
May – October
Day tour
12:00–16:30
Sunset tour
18:00–21:00
From
50 € per adult

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Why go by boat

Most visitors get to know Pula on foot: the amphitheatre, the old town, the waterfront. On the water you see the same place differently. The islands come into view, the cliffs show their layers, and the pace slows down the moment you leave the harbour.

You leave the harbour and the schedule stays on land.

Six excursions at a glance

Brijuni Islands

A panoramic cruise around the national park.

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Day tour with swimming

12:00–16:30. Two hours at St. Jerolim.

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Sunset & dolphins

18:00–21:00. Evening cruise around Brijuni.

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Cave swimming

Small boat, day or evening.

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Rovinj & Venice

Full-day trips by boat.

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Private boat

Rent a boat or add a skipper.

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Boat tour from Pula to Brijuni National Park

Day or evening?

Many guests do both during their stay. The sunset tour start can move by up to 30 minutes with the sunset, and we confirm the exact time when you book.

Day tourSunset tour
Time12:00–16:3018:00–21:00
Best forSwimming and island timeDolphins and evening light
Swimming stopYes, 2 hours at St. JerolimNo
Park feeSmall fee paid on the islandNone
Ideal forFamilies with childrenCouples and friends
Price50 €50 €

Prices at a glance

ExcursionPrice
Day tour (Brijuni and swimming)50 € per adult
Sunset tour50 € per adult
Rovinj & Vrsar50 € per person
Venice85–95 € per person
Children under 3Free
Cave swimming, private boat, rentalsOn request

Best time of year

Most excursions run from May to October. In midsummer seats go fast, so plan ahead. June and September are quieter and the sea is still warm.

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50 € per adult
  • Day tour: 12:00–16:30
  • Sunset tour: 18:00–21:00
  • One meal and unlimited drinks
  • Children under 3: free
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Tips before you book

01

Book early in high season

The sunset tour fills up first in July and August, especially for larger groups.

02

Choose by what you want

Dolphins matter most? Take the sunset tour. Swimming? The day tour.

03

Protect yourself from the sun

Sun on the water is strong. Bring sunscreen, a hat and a towel.

04

Bring your own snorkel

The water at the swimming stop is clear, so a mask is worth packing.

05

Be on the Riva 30 minutes early

That gives you time to settle in and choose your place.

06

Coming by car?

Use the paid parking near the Arena, a short flat walk from the Riva.

Photos

Boat excursion in PulaDolphin watching near BrijuniDolphins playing near the boat

Frequently asked questions

Which excursion suits a first visit to Pula?
If you want the sea and the islands, the Brijuni day tour with a swim at St. Jerolim. If you only have one evening, the sunset tour. Both cost 50 € per adult.
Can I fit two excursions into one day?
Yes, the day tour and the sunset tour: the first is back at 16:30 and the second leaves at 18:00. The Rovinj and Venice trips take the whole day.
Which trips visit other towns?
Rovinj and Vrsar (09:00–18:00, 50 €) and Venice (07:30–20:30, 85–95 €). For Venice, bring a valid passport or ID card.
What if we prefer a smaller group?
Choose the cave swimming tour on a small boat, rent a boat with a skipper, or charter a yacht for your group only.
Are the times the same all season?
The Brijuni tours keep the same times. Only the start of the sunset tour can move by up to 30 minutes with the sunset, and we confirm it when you book.

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Send us your dates and group size. We check availability and reply within 24 hours.

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