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The 15 Best Croatia River Cruises

23 tours  ·  from $22 a head

The 15 best croatia river cruises you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Zrmanja River: Half-Day Guided Kayaking Tour Near Zadar - The first paddle: calm water, basic skills, and a canyon entrance
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Zrmanja River: Half-Day Guided Kayaking Tour Near Zadar

1.Zrmanja River: Half-Day Guided Kayaking Tour Near Zadar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,817 reviews · 5 - 7 hours · from $64Our pick

Set out from Kaštel Žegarski with an English-speaking guide such as Andrea or Julio, then paddle through the Zrmanja canyon on calm water, gentle rapids, and small waterfalls. Expect swimming stops, short walks over rocky ground, a 3-meter drop, and a 5 to 7-hour outing suited to beginners and families.

“This is the BEST activity you can do when visiting Zadar! We booked the transfer option which was definitely worth it as other options were much more expensive! The only area for improvement would be a pick up point in the old town, but the walk to the McDonald’s pick up point wasn’t too far. Our guide, Ricky (I may be wrong, I can’t remember his name 😣) was super funny and really helpful! You can rent water shoes there for €3 if you don’t already have some, but they’re definitely necessary for this activity! I had never been kayaking before, but it was really easy to get the hang…”

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Cetina River: Rafting and Cliff Jumping Tour - The 50-minute ride from Split to the river
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Cetina River: Rafting and Cliff Jumping Tour

2.Cetina River: Rafting and Cliff Jumping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,774 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $53

You’ll raft 9 km on the Cetina River with guides such as Christian, Valentino, and Ivan, stopping to swim, explore a cave, and jump from rocks up to 5 meters high. The rapids suit beginners, while the cave route adds a short scramble for those wanting more action.

“We had a great guide, the cliff dive and the cave exploration where a great activity during the rafting session.”

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Split/Omiš: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jump & Swimming - Safety Gear and the First Paddle Strokes
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Split/Omiš: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jump & Swimming

3.Split/Omiš: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jump & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,258 reviews · 3 hours · from $44

Join Croatia Rafting for a three-hour Cetina River trip from Omiš. You will paddle 12 kilometers through class 2 and 3 rapids, stop to swim in cold, clear water, and choose a 3 or 6-meter cliff jump. Guides such as George, Toni, Mario, and Ivan keep the outing safe and lively.

“Great activity for our family of 4 with two teens. Communication clear and helpful. Transport great and activity loads of fun!”

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Split: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jumping and Cave Tour - Meeting near Omiš and getting to the river
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Split: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jumping and Cave Tour

4.Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jumping and Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,219 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $58

Join Rafting Pirate near Omiš for a roughly 10-kilometer Cetina River trip with guides such as Vicky, Hus, Caroline, or Lucia. Expect about three hours on the water, gentle rapids, swimming, optional 4-to-5-meter jumps, and a slippery cave behind a waterfall.

“AMAZING experience with an incredible guide. 10/10 recommend to anyone visiting the Split area. The rapids were a blast, but visiting the cave was the highlight of the experience for us.”

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Omiš: 2-Hour Cetina River Boat Tour and Nature Park Visit - What you see on the way upriver
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Omiš: 2-Hour Cetina River Boat Tour and Nature Park Visit

5.Omiš: 2-Hour Cetina River Boat Tour and Nature Park Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,066 reviews · 2 hours · from $22Best value

Board near Dalmatia Travel in Omiš for a calm 2-hour, 7 km boat ride through the Cetina canyon. You’ll see Fortica, WWII bunkers, a hydroelectric plant, zip-liners, and an old mill, with a 40-minute stop at Radmanove Mlinice. Captains such as Ivan, Mario, and Stefan focus on safe, quiet cruising rather than commentary.

“Great adventure, kind service and easy communication in many languages.”

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Half-Day Rafting Experience on Cetina River with Cliff Jumping and more - Getting from Split to the river
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Half-Day Rafting Experience on Cetina River with Cliff Jumping and more

6.Half-Day Rafting Experience on Cetina River with Cliff Jumping and more

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 940 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $60Top rated

Paddle 10 kilometers through the Cetina Canyon with guides such as Jaime, Ivan, Fin, and Neno. This beginner-friendly trip includes a cave swim, waterfall stop, optional cliff jump, safety gear, and return transport. Expect about three hours on the river, cold water, and plenty of paddling.

“What a great experience - it’s like 6 activities rolled into one! Fantastic value for money (including €15 euro for great photos at the end!). Cetina river, waterfalls and nature are so beautiful. Nice balance of rapids and calm parts of river. Teens enjoyed the cave experience and cliff jumping. Big shout out to Hussein who immediately developed a good rapport with us and shared in our jokes and humour!”

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Rafting on Cetina River Departure from Split or Blato na Cetini village - Leaving Split for the river
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Rafting on Cetina River Departure from Split or Blato na Cetini village

7.Rafting on Cetina River Departure from Split or Blato na Cetini village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 819 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $48

Raft the Cetina River with guides such as Ivan, Marin, Damjan, and Daniel. Expect safety training, easy rapids, quiet river stretches, cliff and forest scenery, swimming stops, and about 2 to 3 hours on the water. Choose a Split transfer or meet in Blato na Cetini.

“Josip and Marin were great guides. The rafting was exciting but we still felt safe throughout. The river and its surroundings are beautiful!”

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Canyoning on Cetina River Adventure from Split or Zadvarje - Caves, tunnels, and the first water sections
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Canyoning on Cetina River Adventure from Split or Zadvarje

8.Canyoning on Cetina River Adventure from Split or Zadvarje

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 597 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $60

From central Split, you ride about 45 minutes to the Cetina Canyon for a six-hour canyoning trip. Guides such as Dorian, Luca, and Ivan lead beginners through caves, pools, rapids, and waterfalls. Expect helmets, life jackets, a neoprene suit, and a serious workout.

“It was a very nice experience to do with a group of friends! Because everybody in our group was fit, we also went to another part to make the experience even better. I would really recommend this group activity to all boys and girls who like to go on a adventure!”

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Whitewater Rafting on Cetina River from Split or Šestanovac - Two hours on the Cetina River
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Whitewater Rafting on Cetina River from Split or Šestanovac

9.Whitewater Rafting on Cetina River from Split or Šestanovac

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 560 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $60

Travel from Split to Blato na Cetini, gear up, and raft through the Cetina River canyon for about two hours. Guides such as Mario and Marko keep the group moving through Class II to IV rapids, with time for a swim, a local snack, and a steep hike back up.

“First time in Croatia and rafting was definitely on the list to try. After reading multiple reviews, I decided to go with this one. I very glad that I did because it was a blast. After missing my 6:45am alarm clock, I panicked, reached out to them and the associate was kind enough to add me to the 2pm slot. So grateful that she did. The team was great and went above and beyond to ensure our safety and enjoyment. Some visitors were in charge if their own raft but I was with a lead. Marko was a great slipper. I hopped in and out if the raft like a…”

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From Split/Šestanovac: Whitewater Rafting on Cetina River - Getting fitted in Blato na Cetini
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From Split/Šestanovac: Whitewater Rafting on Cetina River

10.From Split/Šestanovac: Whitewater Rafting on Cetina River

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 556 reviews · 270 minutes - 6 hours · from $58

Ride from Split to Blato na Cetini, then spend about three hours rafting the Cetina in small rafts with guides such as Ante, Bruno, Carlo, and Mario. Expect clear water, canyon views, rapids, swimming, optional cliff jumping, a short uphill walk, snacks, and changing time afterward.

“The activity was great. Our tour guide Duje did a great jump making sure that we had a great time and went out of his way to assist us. The other guides were good and also the snacks at the end were delicious.”

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Split: Dalmatian Quad Tour with River Swimming & Picnic - Getting ready for a 600cc Segway Snarler
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Split: Dalmatian Quad Tour with River Swimming & Picnic

11.Dalmatian Quad Tour with River Swimming & Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 531 reviews · 4 hours · from $100

Ride a 600cc Segway Snarler ATV through Dalmatia’s mountain valleys and country roads with guides such as Tino, Luka, Ivan, and Dino. Expect rocky trails, photo stops, a summer swim in the Cetina River, a local barbecue, and included photos and videos.

“This was amazing, truly exceeded expectations, the views are stunning, bikes easy to ride, guides are brilliant, super friendly and helpful. The transfer from Split was so easy and the driver lovely. The lunch was much better than expected I can't belive how good a day it was for the price really happy we chose to go with these guys best day ever!!”

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Cetina River Extreme Canyoning Adventure from Split or Zadvarje - Waterfall Gubavica is the day’s signature moment
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Cetina River Extreme Canyoning Adventure from Split or Zadvarje

12.Cetina River Extreme Canyoning Adventure from Split or Zadvarje

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 452 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $78

Leave Split for Zadvarje and spend about four hours swimming, jumping, climbing, and rappelling through the Cetina River canyon. Iris, Ivan, Igor, Liam, Boris, and Daniel are among the guides who have led trips, with wetsuits, helmets, harnesses, transport, and safety instruction included.

“We had a great time with Igor and Liam, definitely a unique experience. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for adventure in a spectacular setting! The hosts were knowledgeable and fun.”

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Cetina River Rafting Half-Day Trip and Optional Pickup from Split - What the rafting sequence is likely to feel like
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Cetina River Rafting Half-Day Trip and Optional Pickup from Split

13.Cetina River Rafting Half-Day Trip and Optional Pickup from Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 391 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $45

You’ll spend about three hours rafting the Cetina River near Podašpilje, with a certified English-speaking guide leading the way through rapids and quiet natural scenery. No rafting experience is required. Optional pickup from Split makes the trip easier to arrange.

“Wow, this adventure turned out to be much more than just rafting down a river. Our guide was informative and fun. Definitely would recommend.”

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From Split: Canyoning on the Cetina River - Getting dressed for cold water and rough rock
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From Split: Canyoning on the Cetina River

14.Canyoning on the Cetina River

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 373 reviews · 210 minutes - 6 hours · from $58

Travel from Split to the Cetina River canyon for a 2.5 to 6-hour guided outing with swimming, river walking, rock scrambles, tunnels, waterfalls, and optional jumps. Guides such as Elizabeth, Anton, Luka, and Dorian provide instruction and help throughout. Bring sturdy trainers, swimwear, a towel, and dry clothes.

“This was a once in a lifetime experience for us! Our favourite experience during our roadtrip so far! I would recommend bringing your own footwear if you have them! I wear a size 37 and the only pair they had for rental was broken. Aside from that it's a wonderful experience. Good physical condition is definitely required!”

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Rafting Experience in the Canyon of the River Cetina - Getting suited up for the Cetina
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Rafting Experience in the Canyon of the River Cetina

15.Rafting Experience in the Canyon of the River Cetina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 347 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $54

Trade Split’s stone streets for a half-day on the Cetina River. Paddle through a striking canyon, swim in clear water, visit a waterfall cave, and try an optional 3 to 5-meter cliff jump. Guides such as Christian, Ivan, and Kristijan are known for clear instructions and lively company.

“Fun rafting experience with cool views. The river is very clear with several mild rapids. Our guide Kristijan made the experience even better with his humor, knowledge, and engagement with everyone to make sure they had a great time!”

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