Aerial view of the Kornati Islands archipelago near Zadar
Zadar · Kornati Islands · Dalmatian coast

Sail the Adriatic with Vila Dalmatina

Private and small-group boat cruises from Zadar to the Kornati Islands, hidden coves and the most beautiful sunsets on the Dalmatian coast.

  • Kornati National Park, up close
  • Zadar's legendary sunset
  • Tailor-made routes
Our cruises

Our cruises

Five carefully crafted itineraries along the Zadar archipelago and the Kornati Islands – from a romantic sunset sail to a full day exploring the open Adriatic. Each cruise runs on a comfortable boat with an experienced skipper.

Zadar Sunset Cruise €600 / group 2.5 h

Zadar Sunset Cruise

A romantic 2.5-hour evening sail through Zadar's Canal past the Sea Organ, the Greeting to the Sun and the illuminated old town. Welcome drink and water included.

Kornati Day Cruise €60 / person 10 h

Kornati Day Cruise

A full ten-hour day in Kornati National Park: 130+ islands, swimming stops, nature walks and the chance to spot dolphins. Meals, drinks and park ticket included.

Half Day Cruise €795 / group 5 h

Half Day Cruise

Five relaxed hours toward Preko or Kukljica on Ugljan Island – pine forests, quiet beaches and a swim, with welcome drink and a private boat with crew.

Full Day Cruise €1,200 / group 10 h

Full Day Cruise

An easy-going ten-hour escape with up to six hours of cruising to Levrnaka or Dugi otok, or a fully custom route. Welcome drink and water included; lunch optional.

Panorama Cruise €600 / group 2.5 h

Panorama Cruise

A 2.5-hour panoramic loop along the Zadar coastline past Preko, Kali and the tiny island of Ošljak. Welcome drink and water included.

All prices are as listed. Contact us to check availability and reserve your date.

Zadar has the most beautiful sunset in the world, more beautiful than the one in Key West in Florida, applauded at every evening.

Alfred Hitchcock on the Zadar sunset, 1964

Where we sail

Two unforgettable worlds, one harbour

From the living, illuminated city of Zadar to the wild, uninhabited Kornati archipelago — every cruise begins on the Dalmatian coast.

Zadar old town on the Adriatic coast
Zadar

The city of sun and sea

A 3,000-year-old port where Roman ruins, the singing Sea Organ and the glowing Greeting to the Sun meet the open Adriatic. The perfect backdrop for a sunset or panorama cruise.

Discover Zadar
Aerial view of the Kornati Islands
Kornati Islands

130+ islands of pure nature

A national park of bare-stone islands, hidden coves and some of the clearest water in the Mediterranean. Wild, quiet and best reached the way we do it — by boat.

Sail to Kornati

Why sail with us

Local skippers, well-kept boats and a relaxed approach to every day on the water.

Local knowledge

We know every cove, channel and quiet swimming spot between Zadar and Kornati.

Safe & comfortable

A well-equipped boat, an experienced crew and your comfort first, all day long.

Small groups

Private and small-group cruises – no crowds, just your party and the sea.

Custom routes

Prefer your own itinerary? Several cruises can be tailored to your plans.

Clear pricing

Honest, all-in prices per cruise – you know the cost before you book.

Easy booking

Send an enquiry and we reply quickly to confirm your date and details.

Good to know

A few common questions before you set sail. Need anything else? Just send us a message.

How do I book a cruise?

Send us an enquiry through the contact form, by email or by phone. We reply quickly to confirm availability, the meeting point and any details.

Where do the cruises start?

Cruises depart from Zadar. We'll share the exact meeting point and boarding time when we confirm your reservation.

Are meals and drinks included?

It depends on the cruise. The Kornati Day Cruise includes breakfast, lunch and drinks; other cruises include a welcome drink and water, with food optional.

Are the cruises suitable for children?

Most cruises welcome children from age 2. The Zadar Sunset Cruise is not recommended for guests with limited mobility, heart conditions or during pregnancy.

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