Top 7 Off-Road Safaris in Split

1.ATV Quad Safari Tour with Picnic & Swimming from Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 733 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $102Our pick

Leave Split for Asteria Adventures’ base camp and ride guided ATVs through Dalmatian countryside, over rocky tracks and river paths. The roughly four-hour outing includes a local meal and may include a river swim or use of the company pool if time allows. Split pickup costs extra, and you need a category B driver’s licence to drive.

“ATVs are big and need upper body strength to steer. But SO FUN! The scenery was fantastic, a great way to see outside Split center.”

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2.Canoe Safari on Cetina River from Split or Blato na Cetini village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $54

Meet at Split’s Brass Gate for a morning transfer to the Cetina River, where guides such as Ivan, Dan, Damien, and Damjan have led beginners through calm stretches and manageable rapids. You’ll get safety and paddling instruction, activity equipment, and time to swim or rest. Allow about six hours, including the ride from and back to Split.

“We really enjoyed cannoeing in the river. It was relaxing and sometimes a bit challenging. We had a nice guide who told as a lot about the wildlife along the river”

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3.Canoe Safari on the Cetina River

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 95 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $53

From Split, travel about 45 minutes to the Cetina River, gear up in a helmet, life vest, neoprene pants, and boots, then paddle 11 kilometers through canyon scenery. Expect mostly calmer water, a few grade II rapids, and time to swim. Guides such as Ivan, Dan, and Ante have led trips, though your guide may vary.

“We really enjoyed our canoe trip on the Cetina River. The trip was well organised and all the guides were extremely friendly, helpful and professional. Proper safety equipment supplied. Loved the various aspects of the river and the beautiful scenery. Great to see a different perspective rather than just Split.”

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4.Cetina River Water Bike Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 91 reviews · from $45Best value

Set off from a property 5 km from Omiš for an 8 km water-bike ride along the Cetina River, then return to the same starting point. Ivan hosts, while Dino may accompany the group by motorboat, share local details and offer a tow if your legs tire. Bikes are stable and simple to use, but the route calls for steady pedalling.

“Such a novel way to experience the beauty and peace of the Cetina River. Very well hosted - cheery and attentive. With knowledge of the surrounding landscape. Easy to find. Easy to highly recommend!”

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5.Off-Road Quad Safari Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 40 reviews · from $91

From Split, ride a quad through rugged routes beside the Cetina River and into the pine-scented slopes of Kamešnica. Your guide leads the way, with stops for river views, mountain panoramas, and visits to local villages. The three-hour trip includes equipment, a bottle of water, and rain coats if needed. Bring a driver’s license and swimwear.

“That's was awesome, the véhicule was so funny to drive, the instructor super kind and smily. the place wee visit looks preety cool and the jump above thé Cliff was a superbe expérience, i recommend for strong sensation 😁😁 have a great day”

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6.Makarska Safari ATV Quad Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews

Spend three hours riding local paths above the Makarska Riviera, with a guide, water and juice, sweet snacks at Smokovina hunting lodge, scenic stops, and a Game of Thrones filming location. English-speaking guides lead the tour; Mario is one guide named for this outing. Drivers need a B category licence.

“The guide was great. Friendly, informative and clearly knowledgeable of the area. I told him I wasn't brilliant with heights and he made me feel at ease, guiding us away from the cliff edge! The views of makarska riviera from the mountain were breath taking.”

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7.Quad Safari Tour to Imotski Area

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $114

From a meeting point in Grubine, ride a two-person quad through the Imotski area with host Filip. Stop at Red Lake, Blue Lake and medieval Topana Fortress for views and short walks. Lunch is included, and the outing has also included wine tasting. Blue Lake swimming is possible with advance notice.

“Everything was just what we expected, only better. Talking to Filip before the trip, making changes etc. was easy and he looked after us all the way. Quads were great fun and the newbies took to it like pros! Lunch and wine tasting was the extra touch that set Filip's business apart from the competition! It was hot and dusty but everyone had the best time.”

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