Rovinj Boat Trips: Our Top 8 on the Lim Fjord

1.Lim Fjord, Rovinj, and Vrsar Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 291 reviews · 1 day · from $47Our pick

Start in Poreč and spend two hours exploring Rovinj before boarding a traditional wooden boat for Lim Fjord. Enjoy a welcome drink, optional grilled fish, meat, or vegetarian lunch, and a wine stop at a pirate cave. Finish with beach time or a walk in Vrsar. English, German, Italian, and Croatian support is available.

“It was a nice day out with plenty of time at each stop to explore the area. Staff were all very friendly and welcoming.”

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2.Day Cruise to Rovinj, Lim Fjord, and Red Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 156 reviews · from $82

Spend a full day aboard Orion-Ariete, sailing from Pula past Brijuni National Park to medieval Rovinj. Walk Rovinj with an English, German, or Italian-speaking guide, eat lunch while cruising Lim Fjord, then swim or sunbathe on Red Island. The $82 price includes the boat, lunch, Wi-Fi, and all three stops, but drinks cost extra.

“Absolutely wonderful experience. The entire staff was so nice and accommodating. We were able to see dolphins multiple times. This trip could not have been more perfect and I could not recommend this trip more!”

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3.Lim Fjord and Pirate Cave Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 133 reviews · 4h 30m · from $35Best value

You’ll cruise from Rovinj’s north port along the coast to Lim Fjord, with drinks served aboard. At the fjord, enjoy about 90 minutes of free time for swimming, the beach, or a traditional restaurant, then visit the Pirate Cave café before returning.

“The journey was very interesting with beautiful views of the mainland. The guide was very pleasant and willing to answer all questions. The refreshments provided were very modest.”

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4.Boat Trip to Rovinj and Lim Fjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 38 reviews · 5 hours · from $35

Board Boat Sveta Ana in Vrsar for a five-hour coastal trip operated by Dolphin Travel. You’ll sail to Rovinj for two hours of free time, then cruise into Lim Fjord for about 40 minutes near Pirate’s Cave. English, German, and Croatian hosts are available. A welcome drink is included, but lunch and snorkeling gear are not.

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5.Vrsar, Lim Fjord and Rovinj Day Tour by Boat with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $42

Start in Vrsar at 11:00 for a five-hour boat trip to Rovinj and Lim Channel. You get about two and a half hours in Rovinj, a shorter cruise along Lim Channel, optional swimming, Wi-Fi, and included wine, water, Fanta, and rakija. The group can reach 100 people, so expect a social boat outing rather than a quiet private cruise.

“Per la grotta dei pirati è un po' monotona per chi non si bagna A Rovigno è una bella città e molto vivace”

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6.Rovinj or Vrsar: Lim Fjord & Rovinj islands Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews

Take a private half-day speedboat trip from Rovinj or Vrsar with a professional skipper such as Valentino, Matthias, or Martin. Cruise past Rovinj, Lim Fjord, Red Island, and St. Ivan Island, stopping to swim, snorkel, cliff jump, or relax. Drinks and snorkeling gear are included, while tubing costs extra.

“We really enjoy the boat trip with Valentino. I recommand this activity !”

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7.Private Speedboat Tour to Lim Fjord and Red Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $250Top rated

Spend about four hours on a private speedboat from Rovinj, cruising past the old town to Lim Channel, Sveti Andrija, Figarola, and Sturag or Sveti Ivan. Guides such as Nikola and Mateo provide flexible stops for swimming, snorkeling, cliff jumping, drinks, and coastal views. Pickup is available, and drinks and equipment are included.

“Great communication in advance on WhatsApp. Easy meet up. Nikola was a great guide, kept us very comfortable. Nice swimming spots all to ourselves in shoulder season. Relaxed. Do what you want. Nikola happy to take us where we wanted, offer advice, etc.”

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8.Rovinj or Vrsar: Rovinj Islands and Lim Fjord Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Spend eight hours with a private skipper exploring Rovinj’s islands, Lim Fjord, hidden coves, and old town waterfront. Swim at Figarola, Red Island, Two Sisters, and St. Ivan, try cliff jumping or tubing, and stop for seafood lunch if you wish. Drinks and snorkeling gear are included, but lunch and the €50 tube cost extra.

“We had a wonderful day out on the water visiting all of the local beaches for a swim. Our boat and guide were perfect!”

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