Adriatic Wave 

5.0/5 (9 reviews)
 Luka Valbandon, Valbandon, Croatia

Adriatic Wave 

Valbandon, Croatia
19 ft
4
5.0/5 (9 reviews)

Looking for an unforgettable fishing experience in Istria? Join us on a private fishing tour starting from Valbandon, a charming coastal village near Fažana – gateway to Brijuni National Park.

Our fishing trip takes you to some of the richest and most secluded fishing spots in the Fažana Channel, around the Brijuni Islands, and along the Pula breakwater – known for their diversity of marine life.

The tour is led by Stefano and Valter, a father-son team of experienced professionals:

Stefano is a marine biologist, certified fishing coach, long-time member of the Croatian national team, and multiple world champion in sport fishing from anchored boats.
Valter, his father and mentor, is also a masters-level competitor.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, this is a great opportunity to learn from the best, enjoy nature, and spend quality time with your family. Children are very welcome!

Our tours last about 3 hours. If you choose an evening tour, it often ends with a stunning sunset behind the Brijuni Islands, and with a bit of luck, dolphins might make an appearance. If you prefer a morning tour, you'll enjoy a beautiful sunrise over the Fažana Channel and the calm, crystal-clear sea. Morning tours are available only on Saturdays and Sundays.

What's included in the price?
-> Fishing license
-> Professional equipment (rods, reels, bait)
-> Refreshments (drinks and snacks)
-> Guide and instruction

Just show up – we provide everything else!
Book your tour today and discover the Adriatic in a truly special way!

Looking for an unforgettable fishing experience in Istria? Join us on a private fishing tour starting from Valbandon, a charming coastal village near Fažana – gateway to Brijuni National Park.

Our fishing trip takes you to some of the richest and most secluded fishing spots in the Fažana Channel, around the Brijuni Islands, and along the Pula breakwater – known for their diversity of marine life.

The tour is led by Stefano and Valter, a father-son team of experienced professionals:

Stefano is a marine biologist, certified fishing coach, long-time member of the Croatian national team, and multiple world champion in sport fishing from anchored boats.
Valter, his father and mentor, is also a masters-level competitor.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, this is a great opportunity to learn from the best, enjoy nature, and spend quality time with your family. Children are very welcome!

Our tours last about 3 hours. If you choose an evening tour, it often ends with a stunning sunset behind the Brijuni Islands, and with a bit of luck, dolphins might make an appearance. If you prefer a morning tour, you'll enjoy a beautiful sunrise over the Fažana Channel and the calm, crystal-clear sea. Morning tours are available only on Saturdays and Sundays.

What's included in the price?
-> Fishing license
-> Professional equipment (rods, reels, bait)
-> Refreshments (drinks and snacks)
-> Guide and instruction

Just show up – we provide everything else!
Book your tour today and discover the Adriatic in a truly special way!

Stefano Erman
Captain
Stefano Erman
19 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Seabream (Gilt-head)
John Dory
Dogfish
Mackerel (Atlantic)
+5
US $341
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Trip (PM)
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
Seabream (Gilt-head)
John Dory
Dogfish
Mackerel (Atlantic)
+5
US $341
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Limited Family Trip (May)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 9 - May 21
Seabream (Gilt-head)
John Dory
Dogfish
Mackerel (Atlantic)
+5
US $455
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip - Family (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Seabream (Gilt-head)
John Dory
Dogfish
Mackerel (Atlantic)
+5
US $455
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Trip - Family (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
Seabream (Gilt-head)
John Dory
Dogfish
Mackerel (Atlantic)
+6
US $455
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
9 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Marcello De Angelis
Marcello De Angelis
it
Italy
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Fantastic 3-Hour+ Fishing Trip
3 Hour Trip (AM) on July 19, 20262 adults

My son and I had a very fun and amazing time on our 3-hour fishing trip with Stefano Erman and his father. They were both incredibly kind and attentive to every detail, perfectly adapting to our specific needs and making the whole experience highly enjoyable and truly unforgettable. The trip was very dynamic, and we had lots of catches! Since we were interested in learning more, they took the time to show us different techniques and gave us several great tips for sea fishing. To top it all off, they even cleaned the fish we caught and packed it up for us to take away. I highly recommend booking with them if you are looking for a great fishing experience. Thank you, Stefano e Valter!

Stefano Erman
Response from Captain

Thank you so much, Marcello, for your wonderful review! It was a real pleasure having you and your son on board. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the trip, learned some new fishing techniques, and had such a memorable experience with us. Thank you for your kind words and for choosing Adriatic Wave. We hope to welcome you both back on board again in the future for another great day of fishing. Until then, tight lines and all the best !

Florian Marchler
Florian Marchler
de
Germany
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Fantastic fishing adventure!
3 Hour Trip (PM) on July 10, 20262 adults

We had a wonderful and very successful fishing trip with Stefano. He was always dedicated to making sure we caught fish and took us to several different fishing spots throughout the evening. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience enjoyable. We can highly recommend Stefano to anyone looking for a great fishing guide, and we would love to come back for another trip in the future!

Reported catch:
Gilt-head Seabream
Common Pandora
Stefano Erman
Response from Captain

Thank you so much, Florian, for your wonderful review! It was a real pleasure having you on board and sharing this fishing adventure with you. I'm very happy you enjoyed the trip and that we managed to catch a nice variety of fish. Your kind words truly mean a lot to me. You're always welcome back, and I look forward to fishing with you again in the future. Tight lines and see you next time :D

Tobias Hartung
Tobias Hartung
Repeat angler
de
Germany
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Really nice fishing trip
3 Hour Trip (PM) on July 3, 20261 adult1 child

I booked a three hour fishing trip with Stefano for myself and my son (9 years). Stefano did an excellent job. He was very friendly and helpful. We caught plenty of fish, and Stefano even scaled and gutted them for us right on the boat. We had a truly great time and my son and i really enjoyed it.

Reported catch:
Gilt-head Seabream
Atlantic Mackerel
Gurnard
Common Bream
+1
Stefano Erman
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Tobias! It was a real pleasure having you and your son on board. I'm very happy to hear that you both enjoyed the trip and caught plenty of fish. I hope to welcome you back to Croatia for another fishing adventure in the future. Tight lines and all the best to your family!

Kerrie Second
Kerrie Second
it
Italy
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Memorable Time for the Whole Family
3 Hour Trip - Family (PM) on June 29, 20264 adults

We caught a large variety of fish, and Captain Stefano was very knowledgeable about each species. He made my son's 17th birthday unforgettable. You do not have to be a fishing expert to have a wonderful time. Highly recommended for novice and experts alike!

Reported catch:
Common Pandora
Gilt-head Seabream
Common Bream
John Dory
Stefano Erman
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 It was a real pleasure having you and your family on board, and I'm truly happy we could make your son's 17th birthday such a special and memorable experience. Catching so many different fish made the trip even more exciting! I hope to welcome you back to Istria someday for another great fishing adventure. Wishing you and your family all the best!

Michael Dangel
Michael Dangel
at
Austria
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great fishing trip in Croatia!
3 Hour Trip (PM) on May 1, 20261 adult1 child

The captain was very friendly and made us feel welcome. We caught several small fish and enjoyed the beautiful views. A highlight was being able to watch the sunset from the boat in the evening. Snacks and drinks were provided, which was a nice touch. We definitely recommend this trip and would love to come back again!

Reported catch:
Common Pandora
Scorpionfish
Common Bream
Gurnard
+3
Stefano Erman
Response from Captain

Thank you. I really enjoyed spending time with you too

FAQs about Adriatic Wave

Adriatic Wave offers the following trips to customers:
  • €150 per person - 3 Hour Trip (AM) (3 hours)
  • €150 per person - 3 Hour Trip (PM) (3 hours)
  • €400 per group - 3 Hour Limited Family Trip (May) (3 hours)
  • €400 per group - 3 Hour Trip - Family (AM) (3 hours)
  • €400 per group - 3 Hour Trip - Family (PM) (3 hours)
When you book a trip with Adriatic Wave, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Adriatic Wave include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning can be arranged upon request and in agreement with the captain, provided the catch is not too large. This service is included in the price of the trip. Filleting is not offered on board.)
  • Snacks (Snacks and drinks are included in the price of the trip. Depending on whether it's a morning or afternoon tour, as well as the age of the participants, we offer water, soft drinks, coffee, fresh fruit, a small fish-based snack, or a sweet dessert.)
  • Drinks (Drinks are included in the price of the trip. We provide water and soft drinks on all trips, and coffee is also available during morning tours.)
  • Fishing license (A fishing license is required in Croatia and is included in the price of the trip for all participants. The license covers every guest on board, so no additional arrangements are needed.)
Adriatic Wave offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Adriatic Wave offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Adriatic Wave include:
  • Common Pandora
  • Conger Eel
  • Dogfish
  • Gurnard
  • John Dory
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Ray
  • Scorpionfish
  • Seabream (Gilt-head)

Your captain

Stefano Erman
Stefano Erman
Stefano Erman

Valbandon, Croatia

ID & license verified
9 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since June 2025

Marine biologist, certified fishing coach, long-time member of the Croatian national team, and multiple world champion with national team in sport fishing from anchored boats.

Our Team
Stefano E.

Stefano E.

Captain

Valter E.

Valter E.

Captain

ID & license verified
9 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since June 2025

Marine biologist, certified fishing coach, long-time member of the Croatian national team, and multiple world champion with national team in sport fishing from anchored boats.

Our Team
Stefano E.

Stefano E.

Captain

Valter E.

Valter E.

Captain

The fish you can target

Common Pandora
Common Pandora
Conger Eel
Conger Eel
Dogfish
Dogfish
Gurnard
Gurnard
John Dory
John Dory
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Ray
Ray
Scorpionfish
Scorpionfish
Gilt-head Seabream
Gilt-head Seabream
Common Pandora
Common Pandora
Conger Eel
Conger Eel
Dogfish
Dogfish
Gurnard
Gurnard
John Dory
John Dory

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2003
Boat manufacturer
Perla
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Evinrude
Powered by
1 x 90HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning can be arranged upon request and in agreement with the captain, provided the catch is not too large. This service is included in the price of the trip. Filleting is not offered on board.
Snacks
Snacks and drinks are included in the price of the trip. Depending on whether it's a morning or afternoon tour, as well as the age of the participants, we offer water, soft drinks, coffee, fresh fruit, a small fish-based snack, or a sweet dessert.
Drinks
Drinks are included in the price of the trip. We provide water and soft drinks on all trips, and coffee is also available during morning tours.
Fishing license
A fishing license is required in Croatia and is included in the price of the trip for all participants. The license covers every guest on board, so no additional arrangements are needed.

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Children are welcome on board at any age, but they remain under the full responsibility of their parents or guardians. Please check with the captain in advance regarding the availability of child-sized life jackets. For very young children, we recommend t
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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

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