Cres, Blue Cave & Lubenice Beach Boat Tour from Medulin
Discover a bigger Adriatic adventure with a full-day boat tour from Medulin to the island of Cres. This trip takes you across the sea from southern Istria towards one of the most beautiful islands in the Kvarner Bay area, combining swimming, sightseeing, lunch on board and time to explore Cres town at your own pace.
The tour starts from Medulin Harbor and begins with a scenic cruise through the Medulin archipelago. As the boat leaves the Istrian coast behind, you will enjoy open-sea views, fresh air and a relaxed full-day atmosphere on board.
After around 1 hour and 45 minutes of cruising, the boat reaches the Blue Cave area near Lubenice Beach on the island of Cres. This is one of the highlights of the trip, with clear turquoise water, rocky coastal scenery and time for swimming or snorkeling. If sea conditions allow, guests can swim near or into the Blue Cave, while those who prefer to stay dry can relax on the boat and enjoy the view.
The route continues past Hrid Zaglav Lighthouse, a remote lighthouse on a small rocky islet. This part of the trip offers beautiful photo opportunities and, if you are lucky, you may also spot griffon vultures above the cliffs or dolphins in the surrounding waters.
Lunch is served on board, with fish, tuna steak, meat or vegetarian options, accompanied by drinks during lunch. After lunch, the boat continues to Cres town, where you have around 2 hours of free time to explore the old streets, harbor, cafés, shops and relaxed island atmosphere.
On the return cruise to Medulin, enjoy panoramic views of Kvarner Bay and keep an eye on the sea, as dolphins are sometimes seen during this part of the journey. This tour is ideal for guests who want a longer boat experience from Medulin, combining nature, swimming, island culture and a real full-day sea escape.
Highlights
Full-day boat trip from Medulin to the island of Cres
Swim and snorkel near the Blue Cave and Lubenice Beach
Enjoy clear turquoise water and dramatic island coastline
See the remote Hrid Zaglav Lighthouse from the sea
Possible sightings of dolphins during the cruise
Explore Cres town with around 2 hours of free time
Suitable for guests staying in Medulin, Premantura, Pula and southern Istria
Included
- Full-day boat trip from Medulin to Cres
- Welcome drink
- Lunch on board (fish, tuna steak, meat, vegetarian meal)
- All inclusive drinks: wine, beer, brandy, soft drinks and water
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Toilet facilities on board
Not included
- Transfer to the departure point
- Food and drinks in Cres town or on the island
- Guaranteed dolphin sightings
- Guaranteed Blue Cave entry in case of unsafe sea conditions
Itinerary
Departure from Medulin Harbour
Board the boat in Medulin and begin your full-day cruise towards the island of Cres. Enjoy a welcome drink as you leave the harbour and pass the islands of the Medulin archipelago.
Medulin archipelago and open-sea crossing
Relax on board as the boat cruises past the coastline, small islands and open Adriatic views. The ride towards Cres takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, giving you time to enjoy the sea, take photos and settle into the full-day experience.
Blue Cave and Lubenice Beach swimming stop
Arrive near the Blue Cave and the beautiful Lubenice Beach area on Cres. Spend around 1 hour swimming, snorkeling or relaxing on the boat. The water here is known for its clear colour and rocky island scenery. Entry into the Blue Cave depends on sea conditions and crew safety guidance.
Hrid Zaglav Lighthouse sightseeing
Continue cruising past Hrid Zaglav Lighthouse, a remote lighthouse located on a rocky islet. This scenic part of the tour is a great photo moment and offers a different view of the wild side of the Cres coastline.
Lunch on board
Lunch is served on board. Guests can choose between fish, tuna steak, meat or vegetarian options, usually served with cabbage salad and bread. Drinks are included during lunch.
Cruise towards Cres town
After lunch, the boat continues towards Cres town. Enjoy views of Kvarner Bay, island landscapes and the calm rhythm of a longer Adriatic cruise.
Free time in Cres town
Spend around 2 hours exploring Cres town at your own pace. Walk through the old stone streets, visit the harbour, stop for coffee or ice cream, browse small local shops or simply relax by the sea.
Return cruise to Medulin
Board the boat again and start the return cruise through Kvarner Bay. This part of the trip takes approximately 2 hours. Relax on board, enjoy the sea views and watch for dolphins, which are sometimes seen during the return journey.
Arrival back in Medulin Harbour
The trip ends in Medulin Harbour after a full day of swimming, sightseeing, lunch and island exploring.
Tour starts
08:30
What to bring
- Small breakfast or snack
- Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
- Comfortable clothes for a full day at sea
- Bring snorkeling equipment if you want to explore the water during swimming stops
- Booking confirmation, printed or on your phone
Useful Tips
- Kids under 3 years - FREE
- Pets are more than welcome to join us
- The Blue Cave swimming stop depends on sea and weather conditions
- Dolphin sightings are possible but cannot be guaranteed
- The route may be adapted or the trip may be rescheduled in case of unstable weather
Languages spoken
Good to know
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time.
- Instant confirmation. Instant confirmation by email - your booking is secured right away.
- If weather makes the trip unsafe, the host will contact you to arrange a new time or give you a full refund.
- Secure payment - encrypted checkout by Stripe.
- Verified local host - a real Croatian operator, not a reseller.
Meeting point
Meeting details
Check-in is at Medulin Harbour, in front of the Sandra boat, near the big red sun umbrella.
Guest Reviews
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4.9· 5083 on Google
a month ago · Google
We had a great time on the dolphin tour. We saw a whole pod of dolphins, much closer than we expected, which made the trip completely worth it. The crew was friendly, everything was well organized, and dinner was perfectly fine. One tip for future visitors: once the boat leaves the harbor, head to the front of the boat. It’s by far the best place to spot the dolphins and enjoy the views. Definitely recommended if you’re staying in the Medulin area.
2 months ago · Google
Amazing experience! Staff was amazing, food was good, but the best was the effort from the whole crew to provide a great experience to the guests! We saw several dolfins which made the cruise even more special :) a special thank you to Ilian who made everyone feel welcome and was the best host! Sharing fun facts, and ensuring everyone had a great time. Thank you!!
3 months ago · Google
Very nice boat ride. Seems First a Bit pricy but worth every cent. The whole Crew was super nice and friendly. Unlimited Drinks and the Dinner on Board made it Perfect…..and Off course don’t Expect five Star Restaurant Dinner and drinks but for cooked on the Ship it was really ok. We would recommend the Trip for sure!
2 months ago · Google
We had a very nice experience. Every single crew member was awesome, all drinks for free (water, beer, soft drinks etc) plus the food was very good too (we had fish). One stop for swimming at the cave and one 2hr stop at the island was great as well. Would recommend 👌
3 months ago · Google
Amazing boat trip!!! Everyone was so friendly! The atmosphere was fabulous! Foid was lovely. Would definitely recommend !! We were lucky enough to see dolphins!! The sunset was beautiful.
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