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The 15 Best Split Kayaking Tours

39 tours  ·  from $23 a head

These are the 15 split kayaking tours to look at first, with the price of each, how long it takes and where it leaves from. If you only have time for one, book the first.

Split: Illuminated Evening Guided Kayaking Tour - Following the Žrnovnica River by kayak light
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Split: Illuminated Evening Guided Kayaking Tour

1.Illuminated Evening Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,622 reviews · 2h 30m · from $56Our pick

From Split, ride to Stobreč for a beginner-friendly evening paddle in double clear kayaks lit from below. You’ll follow the Žrnovnica River, return to the sea and explore a small beach beneath the night sky. Guides such as Paula, Tomasz and Luka have led groups, and they take photos so you can keep your phone dry.

“Had the BEST time in the kayaks, the guides were amazing and such a fab experience! Would highly recommend”

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Split Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour - How Much Work Is the Paddle?
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Split Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

2.Split Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 364 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60Top rated

Paddle a double kayak along Split’s Marjan coast with a local English-speaking guide, then pause to swim and snorkel. The 3.5-hour outing includes kayaks, life vests, snorkel gear, waterproof barrels, and guide-taken photos. Guides such as Paško, Sven, Toma, Ante, and Mislav have led recent trips, though your guide may differ.

“Had a great time leisurely kayaking around Marjan. Ante was a great host and guide, very friendly and happy to talk all things Croatia and Split.”

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Sea Kayaking tour in Split - The coast around Marjan Hill
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Sea Kayaking tour in Split

3.Sea Kayaking tour in Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 256 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $60

From Bene Beach, paddle around Marjan Hill toward Kašjuni Beach and Tito’s villa, with time to swim before returning. A guide leads groups of up to 10, supplies kayaks and life-jackets, and may share local history. Guides have included Frane, Ivana, Mario, Duje, and Luka.

“The leaders Mario and the lady with him were excellent guides ! The scenery was beautiful and the history of the area is amazing. I hope to get back again.”

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Half-Day Split Sea Kayak Adventure - A beach stop with options
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Half-Day Split Sea Kayak Adventure

4.Half-Day Split Sea Kayak Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 232 reviews · from $59

Paddle along Split’s Marjan Hill with a local guide, then pause at a coastal beach to swim, snorkel or try optional cliff jumps. No kayaking experience is needed, and morning and afternoon departures are offered. Guides have included Adela, Ivana, Duje and Marin, who pair paddling instruction with local stories.

“Fantastic outfit and great guide. After hopping on the local bus into Marjan park (vehicle access is not permitted) the kayak outfit is located on the north side. Nice shaded forest area with a swimming spot and cafe/bar. The kayaks were grRead more”

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Split: Guided Sea Kayaking Tour with Snorkeling - Paddling beneath Marjan Hill
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Split: Guided Sea Kayaking Tour with Snorkeling

5.Guided Sea Kayaking Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 186 reviews · 3h 30m · from $58

Launch from Bene Beach with an English-speaking guide such as Marin, Sven, or Filip. Learn basic paddling, follow the Marjan coast past beaches, cliffs, and historic landmarks, then stop to swim, snorkel, and perhaps cliff jump. Kayaks and photos are included. Bring water, sun protection, and shoes that can get wet.

“Very fun and friendly!! Would recommend to anyone visiting.”

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Split: Guided Sunset Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour - Paddling around the Marjan peninsula
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Split: Guided Sunset Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

6.Guided Sunset Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 185 reviews · 3h 30m · from $58

Meet your English- or Croatian-speaking guide at Bene Beach for a 3.5-hour paddle around the Marjan peninsula. You’ll get beginner-friendly instruction, coastal views, a swim and snorkel stop, and photos taken by your guide. Guides such as Marin, Lovre, Sven, and Simon have led outings, though your guide will depend on the date.

“Such an amazing day out guided by Sven! Great chats, kayaking, beach vibes and swimming topped off with wine and laughs. Would definitely do this again, and can’t recommend Sven enough as a tour guide!”

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Hvar: Pakleni Islands Self-Guided Kayaking Tour - Crossing to the Pakleni Islands
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Hvar: Pakleni Islands Self-Guided Kayaking Tour

7.Pakleni Islands Self-Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 170 reviews · 1 day

Set off from Bonj Beach in a sit-on-top single or tandem kayak for a self-guided day around Hvar and the Pakleni Islands. Staff explain safety, share a route map shaped by the weather, and provide dry bags, life jackets and snorkel masks. Plan for a 40 to 60 minute paddle each way to many of the best island stops.

“Nice activity! Really nice to explore the nearby islands with the kayak !”

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Split Sunset Sea Kayaking Tour - What the paddle is really like
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Split Sunset Sea Kayaking Tour

8.Split Sunset Sea Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Set out from Bene beach with an English-speaking guide for about three and a half hours on the water. You’ll paddle a double sit-on-top kayak, stop to swim or snorkel, and may cliff jump if conditions allow. Gear and guide-taken photos are included. Expect a real workout, sunset views, and a return to the start point.

“The tour guides were great, the kayaking was a lot of fun and the sunset was beautiful. He tour was quite tiring but we did stop for small breaks to ease the exercise. Sadly the wind was too strong so we did not end up doing cliff jumping hence the one star taken off. Definitely worth the money though.”

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Canoe Safari on Cetina River from Split or Blato na Cetini village - Swim breaks and the small pleasures of the day
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Canoe Safari on Cetina River from Split or Blato na Cetini village

9.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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Makarska: Guided Sea Kayaking Tour with Snorkeling Stop - Following the coast past St. Peter
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Makarska: Guided Sea Kayaking Tour with Snorkeling Stop

10.Guided Sea Kayaking Tour with Snorkeling Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 142 reviews · from $53

Paddle from the small beach below Restaurant Lavander around St. Peter and Osejava peninsulas, passing a 19th-century lighthouse and coastal cliffs before a swim and snorkeling stop near Nugal. English-speaking guides such as Toni and Mario lead the route. Expect a few hours on the water, a fruit salad break, and either cliff jumping or sunset watching, depending on the tour.

“Excellent experience. Guide was great and attentive to the whole family aged 8 to 50. Would definitely recommend.”

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From Split: Sea Kayaking Tour - One hour to swim and catch your breath
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From Split: Sea Kayaking Tour

11.Sea Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 112 reviews · 4 hours · from $58

Starting at Bene Beach, this four-hour guided kayak trip follows Marjan’s coast toward Kašjuni Beach, with a long stop for swimming, snorkeling, photos, and an optional cliff jump. English-speaking guides such as Frane, Franjo, David, and Ivan have led trips here, though your guide may vary. Beginners are welcome, but expect a real arm workout.

“It was so much fun. We kayaked in pairs over to Kasjuni beach where we did cliff jumping and snorkelling, and then kayaked back. The water was beautiful. Our tour guide was very kind and fun.”

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Split: Canoe Safari on the Cetina River - Rapids, River Swims, and a Natural Pause
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Split: Canoe Safari on the Cetina River

12.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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Private Half-Day Kayak Experience in Hvar and Pakleni Islands - Beach stops, swimming, and a slower pace
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Private Half-Day Kayak Experience in Hvar and Pakleni Islands

13.Private Half-Day Kayak Experience in Hvar and Pakleni Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set off from Bonj beach in a sit-on-top kayak and explore Hvar’s pine-covered Pakleni Islands at your own pace. Kayak 40 to 60 minutes each way to many of the best-known bays, then swim, snorkel, relax, or stop for a meal. Staff provide equipment, a map, and a safety briefing, with routes adjusted for conditions.

“This was such a fun and exciting experience, especially since we ended up doing it on a rather windy day! Lots of paddling, lots of laughs, gorgeous views and lots of waves. Loved the freedom of exploring the islands ourselves. :-) Special thanks to our guides, who gave us all the info we needed and even came to escort us back (it was a bit too windy to be alone).”

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Half-day kayak tour from Hvar town - The 40-minute paddle to the Pakleni islands
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Half-day kayak tour from Hvar town

14.Half-day kayak tour from Hvar town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $69

Follow a guide from Hvar toward the Pakleni islands on a four-hour sea-kayaking outing. Expect a safety briefing, roughly 40 minutes of paddling each way, and about 1.5 hours around the islands for a swim, snorkeling, or a break at Mlini beach or a bar in Ždrilca bay. Kayaks, life jackets, dry bags, and snorkel gear are included. Guides have included Ivan, Tivor, Piero, Mori, and Ivar.

“Experience: This was my first Sea Kayaking experience and I enjoyed it to the fullest. Me and my husband don't know swimming (still learning) but the instructors/guides Ivor, Ivan, another Ivan, Miro made us feel sooo comfortable that we did not fear even the strong waves. They ensure that they are always close to us making sure that we are far off from the boat traffic and any big rocks of the island. The best part is that all the guys are very friendly and warm. We didn't feel like clients, it was more like friends. We kept chatting and sharing stories throughout the journey 😊 Other important details: The…”

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Omiš: Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour - Swimming in the river before Omiš
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Omiš: Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour

15.Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 77 reviews · from $45

From Omiš, travel five miles upstream for a guided, three-hour kayak trip down the Cetina River. Expect a short safety briefing, quiet canyon views, a river swim, a snorkel stop above a shipwreck three metres underwater, and time on a mile-long sandy beach. Kayak and snorkel gear, a guide, and photos are included.

“Super enjoyable. Relaxing paddle down stream while enjoying the beautiful peaceful surroundings. The guide and team were great, friendly and easy to work with”

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