Our Top 10 Croatia Fishing Trips

1.Biograd: Authentic Family friendly Fishing tour in Croatia.

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 41 reviews · 9 hours · from $70Our pick

Join the Sveti Andrija, a covered 1947 wooden fishing boat, for a hands-on day around Vrgada. You will help prepare and haul a traditional longline, try optional sport fishing, swim, explore the island, and eat freshly cooked fish. The English and Croatian-speaking crew welcomes families, and no fishing experience is needed.

“The fishing excursion ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. The crew was absolutely fantastic — friendly, patient, and great with kids. They really made the experience come alive. Every fish, no matter the size, was celebrated with big enthusiasm. It was such a fun and supportive atmosphere. After fishing, we sailed over to Vrgada Island. Since we traveled in the fall, it was clearly the off-season but it was still beautiful. We enjoyed walking along the coast and taking in the quiet views. The crew then fried up our catch right on the island. The fish was delicious, crispy and flavorful, and they even cooked the…”

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2.Zadar: Sunset Fishing Half-Day Guided Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours Top rated

Join Captain Goran Longin from Foša port for a private four-hour fishing trip around Ugljan Island. From his 20-foot SeaRover, you can try jigging, bottom fishing, and deep-sea fishing, then swim, watch the sunset, and taste local bread, pickled fish, olive oil, snacks, and wine.

“goran was a very friendly skipper. had a great afternoon fishing.”

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3.5-Hours Blue Lagoon Fishing and Snorkeling Trip from Trogir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $156

Set out from Trogir with local captains such as Ante and Marin for five hours of light-tackle fishing around Šolta and Veliki Drvenik. You’ll target mackerel, bonito, sea bream, scorpionfish, and more, with a seasonal stop at the Blue Lagoon for swimming and snorkeling. Equipment, bait, licenses, fuel, and drinks are included.

“Unforgettable day on this boat. I think we all have a really great time where we combine fishing with swimming in Blue Lagoon. Captain was really hostile and took us to some fishing spots where we could catch some different fishes. He also helped us who have small experience with fishing that we can caught some fishes. This trip I could recommend to anyone. If we will be in Trogir next year we will definitely book our fishing trip with Tragos Fishing.”

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4.Zadar: Fishing Boat Trip with Lunch and Swimming Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 8 hours · from $93

Join Captain Dalibor and sailor Ive aboard a traditional fishing boat for a hands-on day in the Zadar archipelago. Cast and haul the net, help sort the catch, swim in Molat's sandy cove, eat fresh fish or a meat and vegetable meal, and visit an old olive mill on Ugljan. Weather may change the route.

“Excellent, really fun Escursion.. The captain and his assistant they are really kind people whatever you want to do and see they will try to do their best , they will make you feel like a family!… Thank you so much for make my day a great adventure…”

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5.Private fishing tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Captain Srđan takes your private group of up to four from Lapadska obala in Dubrovnik for a hands-on fishing trip. Use supplied rods, bait, lures, and Inchiku lures while trying techniques such as bottom fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, and drifting. The trip suits beginners and experienced anglers, but catches are never guaranteed.

“Srdan was an excellent "captain." His boat was well-equipped. We didn't catch any big fish, but did catch many small ones. Everyone had a good time.”

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6.Kanjac Kayak Fishing Cavtat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $155

Set out from Put Tihe 4b in Cavtat on a Hobie pedal kayak, using light tackle, lures, and a Lowrance fishfinder to fish Adriatic bays. Local guide Nikola has helped beginners get comfortable on the water. Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and patience. Guide service costs extra if requested.

“Nikola was a knowledgeable friendly guide who put me at ease during my first kayak experience.The kayaks were superbly equipped and easy to manoeuvre. I thoroughly enjoyed catching yellow fins on very light tackle and rods it was rRead more”

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7.Korčula: Family Fishing & Snorkeling Private Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 4 hours

Set out from Orebić, Lumbarda, or Port9 Campsite by Aminess on a private boat for up to five people. Your English-speaking skipper can shape the four-hour trip around snorkeling, fishing, quiet beaches, cliff jumping, or a simple coastal cruise. The boat has cabins, a kitchen, toilet, fridge, warm shower, and included drinks.

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8.Rovinj fishing tour with boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 4 hours

Join Pelagis for a private four-hour fishing trip from Rovinj, with a skipper, gear, fuel, breakfast, cold drinks, and ice coffee included. Leave around sunrise, cruise about 20 minutes to the fishing area, and fish with an English- or German-speaking instructor. You can take your catch with you.

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9.Traditional Mengo Fishing & fish picnic Hvar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $160

From Stari Grad, Fabijan takes you by fishermen’s speedboat to a working fleet near Hvar. You can watch or join a century-old fishing method, snorkel at 3 to 8 meters, swim inside a net, and finish with grilled fish, salad, wine, and a seaside picnic.

“Family and I ( party of 5) are spending this summer holidays in Europe including Croatia.”

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10.FISHING Tour to VIS and BIŠEVO Islands – Full Day Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Leave Split at 7 a.m. aboard a Marlin 790 Dynamic RIB for a private fishing day around Vis and Biševo. Your skipper supplies tackle, licenses, snorkeling gear, lunch, fruit, water, and towels. You can target species such as dentex, John Dory, amberjack, bonito, mackerel, and seabream, with time for swimming between fishing spots.

“Best fishing trip we have ever been on! The crew were so welcoming and really helped us out, I would recommend to anyone looking to go for their first fishing trip of an experienced fisher!”

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