Sparus Boats

Join Sparus Boats and get ready to explore the stunning Dalmatian coast with Captain Dario! Your guide for the day is an expert in a number of techniques, including spearfishing, trolling, bottom fishing, and more. You’ll be able to island-hop and visit some of the hottest fishing grounds that the Adriatic has to offer!

You’ll be fishing from a 26’ Marlin center console, equipped with the latest Garmin electronics, safety gear, and fishing tackle. On board, you’ll also find a shower, fridge, and a cooler. The boat even comes with WiFi, a go-pro, and drone so you can capture each special moment while you fish. The boat accommodates up to 6 guests, and children ages 6 and older are welcome aboard.

Capt. Dario will take you to various fishing locations along Split’s coast to target a wide range of species. You’ll be able to troll for pelagics or bottom-fish for John Dory, Seabass, and Common Pandora. Other target species include Amberjack, Bonito, Tuna, Dentex, Seabream, and the list keeps on impressing!

The captain also has snorkeling and spearfishing equipment available if you’d like to take a dip and take a closer look beneath the surface. For spearfishing, he recommends ages 18 and older and that you have previous experience. Spears are included but if you prefer spearfishing with a wetsuit, be sure to rent one or bring your own.

You’ll be provided top-quality Okuma and Shimano rods and reels as well. Your fishing license is included in the price and the captain will gladly clean and fillet your catch after the trip. There’s also a hook-n-cook restaurant nearby where you can have your fish grilled the local way!

Snacks, soda, and beer are included as well so that you stay fully energized during the ride. Capt. Dario will make sure you’re entertained and comfortable, just be sure to bring some sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses and the rest will be taken care of.

Book your next adventure in Croatia with Sparus Boats and get ready for the journey of a lifetime!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    US $701
    Get ready for the ultimate Adriatic fishing adventure and explore the surrounding islands off the coast of Split! Your main target species are John Dory, Common Pandora, Seabream, European Seabass, and many more. Fishing licenses, snorkeling gear, safety equipment, and tackle will all be provided on the trip. The captain also keeps his boat stocked with various snacks and beverages, so all you have to bring is sunblock, a hat, and sunglasses. Fish on!
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    US $755
    This is a half-day trip where you'll be fishing the waters surrounding the islands of Drvenik Veli, Drvenik Mali, and Čiovo. You'll be targeting various types of Seabream, John Dory, European Seabass, Common Pandora, and more! This trip includes fishing licenses, snorkeling gear, safety equipment, and fishing tackle. You'll also be provided with snacks and drinks, so just be sure to bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses and the rest will be taken care of.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    US $1,187
    On this all-day trip, you’ll be fishing the waters around the islands of Vis, Biševo, Svetac, as well as the volcanic islands of Brusnik and Jabuka, if the weather conditions allow. You’ll be targeting species such as Common Pandora, Dentex, John Dory, Scorpionfish, Amberjack, Bonito, and many more! On board the ship you’ll have access to snorkeling and spearfishing equipment, drinks, snacks, as well as a go-pro camera and drone to capture all the action!
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
There is 1 person looking at this charter.

FAQs about Sparus Boats

Sparus Boats offers the following trips to customers:
  • €650 per group - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • €700 per group - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • €1,100 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Sparus Boats, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Sparus Boats include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Xzoga, Lemax, ATC, Penn, & more )
  • Live Bait (Caught before the trip )
  • Lures (Shout jiggs, Maxel jiggs, inchiku, JLC lures)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks (Water, soda, & beer )
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Sparus Boats offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (45 miles (70 kilometers) )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Sparus Boats offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Handline
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Sparus Boats include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bluefish
  • Bonito
  • Common Pandora
  • Dentex
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Gilt-head (Seabream)
  • John Dory
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Scorpionfish
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Seabass (European)

Meet the Charter Operator

Sparus Boats
Split, Croatia
ID & license verified
48 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2019
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Hi, my name is Dario! It’s hard for a foreigner to understand the bond the Croats have with the sea. My love for the sea, especially fishing, existed ever since I was a little kid. As I grew up, it made me explore further and I got to find many secret places, caves and pristine beaches. After my studies at Marine Fisheries, I got a job at Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries here in Split and that’s when my dreams come true. The next big step was, of course, combining my experience and expertise to create a company for custom made tours and excursions. My goal is the individual approach and a tour with enchanted exclusivity for my guests of any taste and preference. An introduction to the marine environment and the various fish fauna while enjoying a scenic cruise to the beautiful Dalmatian islands would then sound like a perfect summer escape.
Our Team
Josip S.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Bluefish Bluefish
Bonito Bonito
Common Pandora Common Pandora

Boat specs

Marlin 790 Dynamic (Center console) originally built in 2023. Powered by a 250HP Honda engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 43 knots.

Length
27 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
45 miles (70 kilometers)
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Handline
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Refrigerator
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Xzoga, Lemax, ATC, Penn, & more
Live Bait
Caught before the trip
Lures
Shout jiggs, Maxel jiggs, inchiku, JLC lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Water, soda, & beer
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Split to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Crew Keeps Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
PayPal
Bank Transfer

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 26 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (21)
Half day family fishing trip
Half day family fishing trip
Swimming spot
+18
Angler rating
22
4
0
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
74%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 26 reviews
Michael Z.
Split, Croatia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Time with the boys

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (PM) on June 13, 2023
Unsere Gruppe bestand aus 3 Anglern und 2 Angel-Einsteigern. Vor Start der Tour konnten wir wählen, ob wir lieber kleine Fische...
Michael Z. recommends Sparus Boats
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Michael Z. recommends Sparus Boats
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Chelsea D.
Richmond, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Marin

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on July 11, 2023
Marin was an excellent guide and we had an amazing time. He was extremely personable and took us to several spots. While fishing...
Chelsea D. recommends Sparus Boats
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Chelsea D. recommends Sparus Boats
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Thomas F.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Bad wheather conditions

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on October 1, 2023
We drove to the fishing spot, but the waves were getting higher and higher. So they gave us the decision to cancel the tour...
Thomas F. recommends Sparus Boats
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Thomas F. recommends Sparus Boats
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

JAMES P.
Klein, TX
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Good Half Day of fishing

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on April 27, 2023
We really enjoyed fishing with Sparus and Josip. The booking was very easy and straightforward. Met on time and the boat was...
JAMES P. recommends Sparus Boats
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
JAMES P. recommends Sparus Boats
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Fiona K.
Germany
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day family fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on July 20, 2023
We had a good time with our 3 kids fishing and swimming. Josip, our skipper had a nice new boat, friendly and open to what...
Fiona K. recommends Sparus Boats
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Fiona K. recommends Sparus Boats
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful