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The 15 Best Boat Trips in the World

127 tours  ·  from $12 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 boat trips justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming - The road from Split to Skradin
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Split: Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

1.Krka Waterfalls Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,519 reviews · 9 hours · from $31Our pick

Spend nine hours traveling from Split to Skradin, cruising to Krka’s Skradinski Buk Falls, and exploring the park with a local guide such as Ante, Gianna, Leo, or Leon. Finish in Primošten for swimming, lunch, or old-town wandering. Expect steps, a full day, and a well-paced mix of nature and coast.

“was a wonderful day. weather was fantastic, even the sea was nice for a dip. overall a day that did not disappoint.”

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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour - Boarding at Palau or La Maddalena
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From Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

2.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,980 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59

Spend 6 to 7 hours exploring La Maddalena Archipelago by boat from Palau or La Maddalena. A multilingual guide, often Claudia, explains the islands while you swim at Budelli, relax at Santa Maria and Cala Granara, see Spiaggia Rosa from the water, and shop in La Maddalena.

“We had a great day! Nice boat and our guide was very enthusiastic, she spoke 4 languages. The trip was beautiful, we saw a lot of nice beaches. Stops at two of them, a natural pool and Maddalena. Absolute value for money”

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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming - The boat ride adds a welcome change of pace
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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

3.Krka Waterfalls Tour, Boat Cruise & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,489 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $32Top rated

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Split to Krka National Park and Skradin in an air-conditioned vehicle. Walk beside Croatia’s largest waterfall, cruise by boat, swim where the Krka River meets the sea, and enjoy guidance from local leaders such as Gabriella, Richard, Lovro, or Ivana.

“It was a wonderful experience. We very much appreciated our tour guide, Richard. He was very informative, had a great sense of humor and kept the group together on a WhatsApp group where it was easy to find all the info we needed as well as his recommendations. I would highly recommend this tour, very beautiful and chill and very inexpensive. Love it!”

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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Cruise & Swimming - Wooden paths and the falls at Skradinski Buk
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From Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Cruise & Swimming

4.Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat Cruise & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,913 reviews · 9 hours · from $31

Travel from Split to Krka National Park by air-conditioned bus with an English-speaking guide such as Sanja, Luka, Gabriella, or Lovro. Walk around Skradinski Buk, see the historic Jaruga power plant, cruise to Skradin, then enjoy free time for lunch, the fortress, or a swim.

“Absolutely amazing tour to Krka National Park! Sanja was an incredible guide – knowledgeable, friendly, and made the entire trip so much fun. Her passion for the park and its history was infectious, and her recommendations were perfect. The views were breathtaking, and we had a fantastic time exploring the waterfalls. Highly, highly recommend this tour and our guide, Sanja!”

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Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat - Starting the day in Palau or La Maddalena
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Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

5.La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,710 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59

Spend 6 to 7 hours cruising from Palau or La Maddalena to Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, and La Maddalena. Swim from the boat or at Cala Corsara, visit the old town, and buy Sardinian food and drinks on board. Multilingual guides and smartphone audio commentary are available.

“Fabulous day, great spots to stop. Comfy boat, good crew! Delicious food options. Improving the initial boarding of the boat needs attention. They took too long getting everyone on board and seemed very unorganized impacting the timing for our first stop at La Maddelena as we departed late.”

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La Spezia: Cinque Terre Tour by Boat - Riomaggiore or Portovenere at the start
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La Spezia: Cinque Terre Tour by Boat

6.Cinque Terre Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,611 reviews · 8 hours · from $79

Spend eight hours aboard the Lord Byron ferry from La Spezia, cruising the Gulf of the Poets and Cinque Terre coast. Depending on the day, visit Riomaggiore or Portovenere, then Monterosso and Vernazza. A multilingual guide provides commentary, while you explore freely, eat, shop, or swim.

“excellent, we had a great time, the boat was super comfortable, the staff super helpful, the towns visited beautiful, one of our best trips so far”

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Miami Combo: City Tour, Biscayne Bay Cruise and Everglades Airboat Ride - Seeing Miami from the double-decker bus
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Miami Combo: City Tour, Biscayne Bay Cruise and Everglades Airboat Ride

7.Miami Combo: City Tour, Biscayne Bay Cruise and Everglades Airboat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 2,487 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $69

See Miami Beach, South Beach, Little Havana, Wynwood, and downtown by double-decker bus, cruise Biscayne Bay past Millionaire’s Row, then ride an airboat through the Everglades. You get three major Miami-area sights for $69.99, but expect a long day and uneven coordination between activities.

“Get there a hour before you leave. Just to make sure your find parking if you drive. And the get your Ticket passes”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat - Check-in at Palau: arrive early and choose your seat
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From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat

8.From Palau: La Maddalena Archipelago Day Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,291 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

From Palau, ride the Petagus through La Maddalena National Park, stopping at Spargi, Santa Maria, Budelli’s natural pools, Pink Beach, and La Maddalena town. An English and Italian-speaking crew handles the route, while the onboard bar sells sandwiches, salads, Sardinian snacks, coffee, wine, and soft drinks.

“This is an absolutely recommended tour if you are visiting Sardinia even for a day or two. To have the best value for money experience, bring your lunch with you on the day of the trip (and thank me later). ..................... The boat was sized for the number of people. It was well equipped with two toilets (one of them did not work on the day of my travel). There were people allocating seats, that helped to reduce the chaos. The on board restaurant was a good add-on, however, very pricey.”

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Krka Waterfalls Day Tour with Boat Ride from Split and Trogir - What the boat ride actually adds
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Krka Waterfalls Day Tour with Boat Ride from Split and Trogir

9.Krka Waterfalls Day Tour with Boat Ride from Split and Trogir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,134 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $32

Travel from Split or Trogir to Krka National Park by air-conditioned coach, walk the Skradinski Buk trails, take a short park boat ride, and relax in Skradin. Guides such as Dario, Mate, and Ivanka add history and humor, while free time lets you set your own pace.

“We had a lovely trip to Krka, guided by Mia who is a wonderful and very informed guide. The walk through the park is really easy and beautiful, set on an elevated wooden plank trail, and has gorgeous views no matter the season. There are a wall of stairs to come out of the park to the meeting point at the end, so if you have limited mobility I would keep that in mind. We came in off season, so it was less crowded which was a bonus. Mia was so knowledgeable about not only Krka National park but also Croatia’s history and culture. Not to mention she is very…”

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Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise - Litchfield National Park gives you three different water stops
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Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

10.Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,119 reviews · from $172

Spend about 11 hours with Litchfield Escapes, pairing an early Adelaide River jumping crocodile cruise with Litchfield’s Wangi, Florence, and Buley swimming spots. Guides such as Dylan, Daz, Will, and Damo lead small groups of up to 24, with lunch, snacks, and transport included.

“Was a good trip , exciting to see different bushland and driver had great info without chatting constantly”

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Arrecife: Timanfaya and Green Lagoon for Cruise Passengers - La Geria, where vines grow in volcanic ash
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Arrecife: Timanfaya and Green Lagoon for Cruise Passengers

11.Arrecife: Timanfaya and Green Lagoon for Cruise Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,010 reviews · 2.5 - 5 hours · from $58

Travel south from Arrecife with an English, German, or Spanish-speaking guide to Timanfaya, La Geria, and El Golfo. The 5-hour option adds the camel ride and Green Lagoon. Guides such as Vanessa and Laura are known for clear, lively commentary, while the bus keeps this volcanic island tour easy for cruise passengers.

“Whole tour was great, a very enjoyable day, for cruise passengers wanting to see more of island than the normal shops and promenades. It is an amazing landscape which shouldn't be missed. The camel ride was a fun experience which will stay in our memory too. The guide was very passionate about her island and very informative in a humorous commentary. The driver also deserves praise for handling the often steep and winding roads. Well worth the money and much cheaper than similar tours run by the ship.”

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From Cannigione: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Trip - Starting at Cannigione: arrive before the rush
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From Cannigione: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Trip

12.From Cannigione: La Maddalena Archipelago Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,960 reviews · 8 hours · from $65

Spend eight hours aboard the Virginia from Cannigione, swimming near Spargi and Budelli, photographing Pink Beach, and visiting La Maddalena town. You can choose standard seating, an adults-only VIP deck, or a private area. Optional zodiac trips add closer views of the natural pools and Caprera.

“Excellent locations for swimming. The 70 minutes walking around Maddelena was perfect for shopping and gelato.”

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Krka Waterfalls Tour from Split with Boat Ride & Swimming - Walking the Wooden Paths Around the Falls
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Krka Waterfalls Tour from Split with Boat Ride & Swimming

13.Krka Waterfalls Tour from Split with Boat Ride & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,944 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Travel from Split to Krka National Park with a guide such as Vic, Tonko, Ivana, or Vicko. Walk the wooden paths around Skradinski Buk, take a 30-minute boat ride to Skradin, and swim or explore this small riverside town. Park admission costs an extra €16 to €30 in cash.

“Beautiful national park but beware the boardwalk is very uneven and because we’re older we had to walk keeping a close eye on the boards”

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Miami: Everglades Experience, Bay Cruise & Open-Top Bus Tour - Starting at Soundscape Park or Bayside Marketplace
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Miami: Everglades Experience, Bay Cruise & Open-Top Bus Tour

14.Everglades Experience, Bay Cruise & Open-Top Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,918 reviews · from $80

Explore Miami’s major districts by open-top bus, cruise Biscayne Bay past Millionaire’s Row, and ride an airboat through the Everglades. English and Spanish options are available, with departure points at Soundscape Park and Bayside Marketplace. Plan the three parts across two days for a calmer visit.

“It was a really great tour! We loved the boat tour, the alligator show (our favorite part), the bus tour, and the boat cruise. There could be a little more communication by the hosts as to where we meet for the tour, including at the Everglades park and also once we get back to do the bus tour and boat cruise. But overall, we loved it and well worth the money for basically a full-day tour!”

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Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise - Getting close to Aialik or Holgate Glacier
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Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

15.Kenai Fjords National Park Glacier & Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,756 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $265

Spend about six hours sailing 100 miles from Seward through Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords National Park. You’ll see Holgate or Aialik Glacier, watch for calving ice, and visit Chiswell Islands or Cape Resurrection. A naturalist provides narration, with lunch, binoculars, and heated seating included.

“This 6 hours cruise tour is amazing. It was a sunny day and we met a lot of wildlife like whales, sea otters and sea lions. The view is stunning and the crew are super friendly. Highly recommended!”

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