Dolphin Watching & Sunset Boat Tour With Drinks & optional Dinner

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Itinerary

1. Join our fully narrated 3 hour dolphin / sightseeing tour from Pula as we travel the scenic waterways of the beautiful Brijuni National Park to observe magnificent bottlenose dolphins feeding , playing or simply cruising in their natural habitat while learning about their social behavior , feeding habits and much more. Enjoy the stunning sunset from the comfort of the luxury ship Europa in the most famous National Park in Croatia. The adventure will be completed by dinner and drinks served by our friendly crew during the entire cruise. On this tour you will learn all about dolphins in their natural habitat from your guide. Also on this trip you will see all 14 islands of the Brijuni National Park and learn all about many sights from your guide. Our comfortable boat is certified for the transport of people , it is equipped with a terrace and covered sundeck , with stereo sound , two toilets , a lounge , a kitchen and a bar.

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2. You will pass the entire Pula Bay, which is 4.5 kilometers long. On the shores of the Gulf of Pula, is located Pula, the largest city in Istria and the largest port of Pula in Istria. The Gulf of Pula was the main port of the Austro-Hungarian Navy. You will pass by several forts ( Muzil & Štinjan ) that are still in their natural form today, which were built by Austria to protect the bay and port.

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3. After exiting the port of Pula, you can see the Brijuni islands. You will pass by the "Peneda" lighthouse, which is the southernmost point of the Brijuni National Park. The excursion continues in the direction of the island "Vanga "and the "White Villa" residence of former president of Jugoslavia Josip Broz Tito. The island "Vanga" and the "White Villa" residence where Tito received his favorite guests are still today strictly protected facilities, under the strict supervision of state authorities and guarded by well-armed soldiers. So you have a unique opportunity to see the island Vanga and the residence from Tito ex president only from our boat.

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4. The excursion continues in the direction of the island "Mali Brijun", which is the second largest island of the Brijuni Islands. You will pass the "Fort Brioni Minor", which is the largest fort on the Adriatic coast. It was built in 1895. and is part of the defense belt that surrounded Pula. Until 2001, the fort was under military protection, and from then until today, the summer theater "Ulysses" is held there.

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5. This is one of several buildings you will pass during this cruise. The rich and diverse architectural heritage dates back to different historical periods. At the end of the 19th century, the island would flourish with the arrival of Paul Kupelwieser, when the transformation of Brijuni began. Thanks to Paul Kupelwiesser, Brijuni became a gathering place for the aristocratic, cultural, scientific, industrial and economic elite when he turned Brijuni into an exclusive summer resort.

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6. "Veliki Brijun" is the largest, most beautiful and most visited Brijuni island. This island is an exceptional example of harmony achieved by the intertwining of nature and the human touch. Veliki Brijun is partly cultivated into a harmonious landscape of lawns and landscape parks, and besides exceptionally valuable remains of architectural heritage, it contains preserved vegetation types typical for the western Istrian climate. Although open to the public, a part of the island is managed by the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Croatia. Part of the Veliki Brijun has a special function and is used for residential purposes of the President and Government of the Republic of Croatia.

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7. This is a fortified settlement from the Bronze Age with preserved walls, entrance and necropolis. It is located on the hill of the same name, north of the bay of Verige.

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8. The waters along the islands of the Brijuni National Park are teeming with schools of bottlenose dolphins, and this tour will help you find them. Enjoy the crystal blue waters of the Brijuni National Park in search of dolphins. When we find them we will stop so you can enjoy the view from boat of the playful creatures.

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9. On the way back, while the sun is setting, you can enjoy and capture unforgettable memories in the stunning sunset from the comfort of the luxury ship Europa in the most famous National Park in Croatia.

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10. This unique cruise ends with a return to the port of Pula and a view of the famous Pula luminous giants and the illuminated Pula amphitheater.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 1,464 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Dolphins and Sunset!

  We saw dolphins, drank wine and saw an amazing sunset! Couldn’t have asked for a better ending to our holiday in Croatia. Great value, highly recommend.

  jennybG7229LPOctober 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Europa boat tours

  Tommy very knowledgeable and welcoming definitely would recommend

  Roam137058September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Nice evening, Cruise

  We are fortunate to see dolphins during the trip. The food was more than satisfactory, and the crew was very friendly.

  M106ICwilliammSeptember 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Dolphins definitely

  What a wonderful boat trip. Price was very reasonable. The food and wine were lovely, I had the chicken. We saw many dolphins jumping from the water and a beautiful sunset Would definitely recommend for an evening entertainment

  JaneR876September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 4Ok

  Overall, the experience was fine, and we enjoyed it. The staff was very friendly. The only concern for me was during the “dolphin hunting” activity. There were another five boats chasing the dolphins at the same time, which felt a little environmentally concerning. The smell of the fuel from all the boats, combined with seeing the dolphins trying to escape, made the experience somewhat uncomfortable for me. I had expected this part of the trip to be more peaceful and relaxing, so it wasn’t quite what I had imagined. I think having fewer boats involved, or approaching the activity in a more environmentally conscious way, would have made the experience much more enjoyable.

  Scenic10318305839September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 4Warm sunset

  The crew was very kind. The tour guid explanation should be better if he uses a microfone maybe. We take a seat in a lower level, every window opened and idk how but the air is stucked and it was very hot. Warch out if your stomach sensitive maybe you can be sea sick.The food was good. To sum up it it was expensive for us but we had a chance to see dolphins and sunset.

  Traveler58685332285September 2026via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Pula

• Its from-price is 49% below the median of the 184 experiences we list in Pula.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 4 of 184.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Pula

Pula is a port at the southern tip of Istria in Croatia, famous for a well-preserved Roman amphitheatre standing beside the harbour.

Pula's Roman amphitheatre, built in the first century AD, is among the best preserved in the world, with its outer walls standing on all sides, and concerts and film screenings are staged on the sand inside. Nearby stand the Temple of Augustus, the Arch of the Sergii and the Forum, reminders that Pula was an important Roman colony. Austro-Hungarian naval buildings add a later layer, and James Joyce taught English here in 1904 and 1905.

Top-ranked sights in Pula: Pula Arena (Pula Amphitheatre), Zerostrasse.

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