The most beautiful routes of the Zadar archipelago

From Kornati and Telašćica to the hidden coves of Dugi Otok, every route offers a different rhythm at sea. We have selected locations that are best experienced privately, departing from Zadar.

National park

Kornati

The best-known route for guests who want open sea, striking scenery, and the full feeling of the national park.

Kornati is one of the main reasons private boat trips from Zadar are often planned as a full-day experience. With 89 islands and reefs, the area opens up a sense of space, quiet, and scenery that feels completely different from the closer coastal stops.

On a private route to Kornati, the rhythm of the day stays flexible. You can combine longer cruising, swimming in calmer coves, and stops with far more space and peace than on standard group tours.

Kornati National Park boat tour from Zadar
Secluded cove in Kornati National Park
Kornati islands

Nature park

Telašćica and Lake Mir

A route for guests who enjoy the contrast of cliffs, sheltered water, and a slower rhythm at sea.

Telašćica brings together several faces of the Adriatic in one route. On one side there are high cliffs and open sea, and on the other calmer parts of the park and the saltwater Lake Mir, which give the location a very different tone.

For couples, smaller groups, and guests who want natural beauty without rushing, this is one of the more elegant options when planning a boat trip from Zadar with the focus on the experience rather than the number of stops.

Telašćica Nature Park, Dugi Otok
Panoramic view of Telašćica bay and cliffs
Lake Mir

Dugi Otok

Sakarun beach and Veli Rat

Sakarun beach, white sand, and the Veli Rat lighthouse create one of the brightest and most recognisable routes in the archipelago.

Sakarun is a natural choice for guests who want turquoise sea, a summer atmosphere, and memorable views throughout the day. In combination with the Veli Rat lighthouse, the route takes on an especially strong visual character.

A private trip lets the swimming stops, pace, and time spent along the coast follow your rhythm, without feeling like a transfer between two fixed points.

Sakarun beach on Dugi Otok island
Turquoise waters at Sakarun beach, Dugi Otok
Veli Rat lighthouse

Beyond the main routes

Authentic locations of the Zadar archipelago

Beyond the best-known routes, the Zadar waters also hide places that add more depth, character, and a stronger sense of discovery to the day.

St. Michelle shipwreck

Special stop

St. Michelle shipwreck

A point of interest for guests who want a different maritime story, more character, and an unusual stop within a private route.

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Military tunnels and hidden coves

Historic points

Military tunnels and hidden coves

A mix of history, sheltered stops, and a more authentic cruising rhythm for guests looking for something less expected.

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Silba

Authentic island

Silba

A timeless island rhythm, a village without cars, and a sense of calm that is hard to find today. An ideal stop for guests looking for a quieter, more authentic Adriatic.

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Olib

Quiet island

Olib

Away from the main routes, Olib offers more private anchorages and a slower pace, perfect for a half-day stop with less crowding.

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Iž

Natural bay

Mali Iž and Veli Iž hide beautiful coves and an authentic island atmosphere not far from Zadar, making them a great addition to almost any route.

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Plan your route

Plan your day at sea

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