Tunana Fishing Charter is a family owned business that keeps getting more people high on the adrenaline, year after year. Siblings Marko, Cici, and Nana are an unbeatable team when they fish together and they have already won several Tuna fishing tournaments. This time, they gather their forces for you and to make sure this is the day you’ll never forget!

Join this fun crew on their 38’ Cantieri Costa Smeralda boat that accommodates up to 6 guests. She’s fitted with a private toilet, a small kitchen, a bed, and lots of seating space. To help you get to your fishing spot in no time, there are twin 380 HP Caterpillar engines and to help you battle the fish more easily, you can use the fighting chair.

The star of the show is, of course, Bluefin Tuna. But you can also have lots of fun and excitement going after Mahi Mahi, Mackerel, and Shark. Depending on what you’re after, you can use bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, and drift fishing as your main techniques.

Your fishing equipment and licenses are fully covered by the crew. The price also includes your snacks and drinks on the boat. The adventure doesn’t have to stop early, and you can take a multiday trip, which also covers your accommodation.

With the fully equipped boat and experienced crew, you will enjoy your Tuna fishing experience in Croatia. Year by year and Tuna after Tuna, the Tunana Fishing crew continues to live and breathe the sea and the local fisherman lifestyle. Join them and share the adventure!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hours Big Game Fishing Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 20 - Nov 30
    US $830
    The half-day option is perfect for early sunrise fishing or late afternoon sunset fishing. The main location for the half-day fishing is a shipwreck. It means we fish for smaller fish like mackerels or conger or scorpion fish on the bottom but at the same time, we use 3 big rods for the bluefin tuna, mahi mahi, and shark. The trip is perfect for a family with a tight schedule but you can be sure it provides the full experience!
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Shark (Blue)
    Blue Shark
    Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
    Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Big Game & Snorkelling
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 20
    US $1,032
    Ideal for Family fishing day + snorkeling on Bodulaš Island on the way back! It is one of the best ways to experience the best of summer fishing. We get to the fishing spot before sunrise and the target species will be the bluefin tuna. We'll be able to fish for mackerel and other bottom fish. As the sun comes up we head back closer to the shore and drop anchor on the beautiful Islan Bodulaš. We'll enjoy breakfast with local ingredients and snorkeling in the crystal-clear sea.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Shark (Blue)
    Blue Shark
    Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
    Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Big Game Tuna Fishing 7h Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 11 - Nov 30
    US $1,032
    Target Tuna for 7 hours! The fishing technique will vary between wreck (anchored) and drifting fishing. The price also covers your fishing license, snacks, and drinks. The catch is kept by the crew. Departure time may vary based on weather and fishing conditions. Once the booking is confirmed the captain will communicate with you the exact departure time.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Shark (Blue)
    Blue Shark

FAQs about Tunana Fishing Charter

Tunana Fishing Charter offers the following trips to customers:
  • €780 per group, additional €25 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hours Big Game Fishing Trip (4 hours)
  • €970 per group, additional €40 per person after 4 guests - Big Game & Snorkelling (8 hours)
  • €970 per group, additional €40 per person after 4 guests - Big Game Tuna Fishing 7h Trip (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Tunana Fishing Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Tunana Fishing Charter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Alu Technos)
  • Live Bait (Caught during the trip; not always used)
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks (water, beer, wine, soft drinks)
  • First Mate (Tips are very appreciated)
  • Fishing License
  • Lunch (finger food lunch with local Istrian products )

Tunana Fishing Charter offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Tunana Fishing Charter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Tunana Fishing Charter include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Shark (Blue)
  • Shark (Thresher)
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Meet the Captain

Marko Pavlovic
Medulin, Croatia
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25 Customer reviews
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Member since March 2020
My name is Marko born in Pula 02.11.1990. Since we bought the bigger 12m boat in 2021 I decide I’ll quit my Navigational Officer job and start work permanently on our Tunana family business. I fell in love with tuna fishing in 2013 the moment I hooked and rilled in my first bluefin of 2,11m and 110kg. After that few more personal records and endless fights with this magnificent fish and countless dawns and sunsets at sea onboard our Tunana boat. Every tuna I catch I’m happy as it’s my first one, and always remind myself how grateful I am to have this opportunity and privilege to work as a captain on a charter boat and to share such amazing experiences with fishermen from around the world. My goal is to transmit this wonderful experience of spending a day at sea, on such a nice boat, the lifestyle that I’m lucky to live for the most part of the year, all of that whit few rods in the sea waiting for the most wonderful fish to bite and to cheer us up even more!

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Shark (Blue) Blue Shark
Shark (Thresher) Thresher Shark

Boat specs

Cantieri Costa Smeralda (Sportfishing) originally built in 1991, and restored in 2020. Powered by 2 380HP Caterpillar engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 21 knots.

Length
38 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Alu Technos
Live Bait
Caught during the trip; not always used
Lures
Snacks
Drinks
water, beer, wine, soft drinks
First Mate
Tips are very appreciated
Fishing License
Lunch
finger food lunch with local Istrian products

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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
All ages are welcome; life vests provided
Crew Keeps Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
Bank Transfer

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 25 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
79%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
82%
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Florian H.
Vienna, Austria
Excellent
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Early Bird

Big Game Tuna Fishing 7h Trip on May 14, 2022
We had a really nice experience with Tunana! For us four it was the first fishing trip. Marko and his father were really relaxed...
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New York, NY
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Full day tuna fishing with Tunana

Big Game Tuna Fishing 7h Trip on July 29, 2022
We (my dad, my brother, my nephew and me) booked a morning and an afternoon trip with Tunana. The morning trip was just amazing,...
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Junkind D.
Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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An incredible experience

Big Game Tuna Fishing 7h Trip on August 10, 2021
My friends and I booked a half day trip with Big Game Fishing. The booking itself was absolutely uncomplicated, everything...
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Marcel M.
Netherlands
Excellent
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Boat
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half a day trip

Big Game Tuna Fishing 7h Trip on August 5, 2021
It was a very early morning because we started 4 am in the morning. It was quit windy in the morning so I advice to ask foor...
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Marius L.
Lugano, Switzerland
Excellent
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Best Birthday ever....

Big Game Tuna Fishing 7h Trip on September 5, 2022
I booked the Tunana full day to celebrate my birthday… It was a perfect fishing trip for us. Sunny day full of...
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