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Croatia: 64 fishing charters available
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4.9 / 5
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Rabac
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trips from $436
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(23 reviews)
Pirovac
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trips from $435
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(26 reviews)
Dubrovnik
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trips from $655
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(14 reviews)
Porozina
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trips from $327
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Primoลกten
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trips from $327
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(10 reviews)
Split
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trips from $491
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(64 reviews)
Trogir
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trips from $349
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Medulin
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4.9 / 5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Croatia

According to customer reviews, Bluefin Fishing Charter, Valfinity Sea Adventures, and Maritimo Boat Fishing are some of the most popular fishing charters in Croatia. Full list of top fishing charters in Croatia.

The average price for a private 4 hour Croatia fishing trip is $401, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you $663 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Bluefin Fishing Charter, Valfinity Sea Adventures, and Maritimo Boat Fishing all received great reviews from families who booked fishing trips in Croatia.

The most popular fish species you can target are Dentex, Gilt-head (Seabream), and Amberjack. Top fishing techniques include Bottom Fishing, Jigging, and Light Tackle. Offshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and reef fishing are commonly offered by local guides.

Croatia’s stunning emerald waters have captured the interest of vacationers the world over, from Plitvice National Park to Dubrovnik. Perfect for a little relaxation as well as epic scenes from the hit series Game of Thrones, there’s much more to these shores than pleasant scenery. Try fishing in Croatia once, and you’ll discover some of the best angling in Europe.

Top Fishing Spots in Croatia

The Adriatic Sea

The bright blue water of the Adriatic Sea is this region’s crowning jewel. The 430-mile long basin between Italy and Croatia is an endless source of adventure, whether you’re one for diving, snorkeling, luxury cruising, or deep sea fishing.

For anglers, the main attraction in these waters is Bluefin Tuna. Small and medium-sized Bluefins inhabit the southern Adriatic year-round, but it’s the giants which local anglers are mostly interested in. Big Bluefins make their entrance in spring, eventually reaching the northern part of the Adriatic in June. Anglers to the north catch them until November, while those on Croatia’s southern coast have the chance to fish for them through the end of the year.

The big game fishing Croatia has on its doorstep includes much more than Bluefin Tuna. Albacore, Swordfish, and Sharks are a common bycatch in these waters. Mahi Mahi appear in late summer and fall, while Seabream, Grouper, Mackerel, and many other bottom fish provide year-round action on the reefs just a few miles from shore. If you’re not keen on a day of deep sea fishing, a half day trip to the reefs is just the thing!

Danube River

Freshwater anglers will also have a field day fishing in Croatia. Among this country’s many lakes and rivers is the legendary Danube River, which weaves its way along the border between Croatia and Serbia in the north.

As the second largest river in Europe, the Danube offers anglers some big opportunities. Here you can fish for Carp, Catfish, Sturgeon, Bream, and Pike-Perch. June tends to be the most productive month, after the spring floodwaters recede. One of the best places to cast your line is the backwaters of Kopaฤki Rit Nature Park, about a half-hour drive from Osijek.

The nearby Drava River also offers good sport fishing, where many anglers come to catch Pike, Carp, and Catfish.

Korana River

One of Croatia’s most accessible rivers is the Korana, which rises from the renowned Plitvice Lakes and stretches for 116 km (72 miles). After a day or two on the lakes, tourists can head here to fish for Pike and river Trout.

Gacka River

Gacka River is considered one of the best Grayling and Trout fishing waters in Europe. It’s not uncommon to land 3-4 kg (6.5-9 lb) Trout here. Only the upper part of this river is open to angling, and it’s restricted to fly fishing—excellent news for light tackle and fly fishing enthusiasts! Many people stay in and around Otoฤac when fishing the Gacka River.

Need to Know

Fishing Techniques

You can count on plenty of drift fishing on nearly any given big game fishing charter Croatia has to offer. Local anglers use this technique to target Tuna, Swordfish, and Sharks. Trolling is a secondary technique, usually used in spring to catch Mahi Mahi and smaller Tuna. Vertical jigging produces Dentex, Bonito, Amberjack, and other species near the reefs.

Other popular fishing methods include fly fishing and spearfishing, which has a long history in Croatia.

Regulations

A Croatian fishing license is required for anglers age 15 and older, whether fishing from a boat or on land. Many local charters provide a license for their customers, but it’s best to confirm this with the captain ahead of time.

Residents and visitors can buy a Croatian fishing license at local travel agencies, tourist offices, and port authorities. You must present your passport or another official form of ID upon purchase.

Visitors are welcome to purchase a fishing license for 1, 3, 7, or 30 days. Annual licenses are only available to citizens and permanent residents of Croatia.

Be sure to familiarize yourself with local regulations ahead of time, since some areas are not open to recreational fishing. Sport fishing in harbors, small ports, and public beaches is prohibited from May 1 - October 1.

Budget

You can typically expect to pay $600-$700 for a full day big game fishing trip in Croatia, depending on the size of your group. The ever-popular city of Dubrovnik tends to be more expensive, where full day trips range from $800 to over $1,000. Half day big game trips are less common, but you can find some for $300-500.

Reef fishing trips generally cost $300-$500. A shared trip may cost as little as $80 per person. Rates for night fishing and overnight charters are usually negotiated with the captain.

Getting Started

You’ll find fishing charters all along Croatia’s coast. Major fishing destinations in the south include Dubrovnik, Split, Trogir, Šibenik, Jezera, and Zadar. If you’re heading out of the Istrian Peninsula to the north, look for charter boats in Rovinj, Vrsar, and Poreฤ.

Chances are, an epic experience is waiting on these waters no matter where you set sail!

Croatia
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Based on 26038 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

January

The best of Croatia’s big game season is months away. For now, Conger Eel, small Tuna, and Seabass will keep you busy.

February

If you’re eager for an adrenaline rush, Shark fishing can produce excellent action early in the year. Blue and Thresher Sharks are a constant source of action around here!

March

In some years, larger Bluefin and Albacore Tuna start arriving in March. Meanwhile, fishing for Amberjack, little Tunny, and Bonito is excellent.

April

Monster Bluefin season is underway in the southern reaches of the Adriatic Sea. Spend a day chasing these bad boys and catch Swordfish, Sharks, and more while you’re at it!

May

Summer tourists are showing up, which makes this a great time to beat the crowds (and the heat) with some big game fishing offshore! Dentex and Mackerel provide good action on the reefs.

June

By June, big Bluefin Tuna have made their way all the way up to the Istrian Peninsula. Anglers up and down the coast are busy making the most of the peak season.

July

Head to the island of Korฤula for their annual angling competition organized by the “Kanjac” fishing association. All are welcome to enter in this competition, held on July 27.

August

August offers nothing less than the best of Croatian big game fishing. Massive Bluefins are biting everywhere from Porec down to Dubrovnik, less than 10 miles from shore.

September

Tourists are making their way home and big game fish are swimming closer to shore than ever! Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and plenty of other trophies are in store.

October

Big game fishing continues to deliver, with every big game species at its peak—from Bluefin Tuna and Mahi Mahi to Swordfish.

November

Anglers on the north Adriatic are making the most of monster Bluefin Tuna season as it draws to a close. Farther south, fishermen will continue catching these brutes until the end of the year.

December

Weather permitting, you can enjoy great success on the sea at this time of year. Tuna, Amberjack, Sharks, and much more are biting. Make it a holiday to remember!

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Be clear on objective; lots of smaller fish vs perhaps bigger ones. These guys do both
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Be clear on objective; lots of smaller fish vs perhaps bigger ones. These guys do both
Edwin  D.
Edwin D. Montbonnot-Saint-Martin, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
Buy a squid like fake baits. Every fish like to eat them. Apart u can catch loads of mackerel so sabikies would be your choice. Bottom rigs with size from 4 to 1/0 hooks topped with small pieces of squid, mackerel, mussels and prowns would catch u anything. For bigger fishes bigger pieces of mackerel or squid and located in deeper places. Biggest species are out in the sea and best to be located with boats. Best regards ?
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Buy a squid like fake baits. Every fish like to eat them. Apart u can catch loads of mackerel so sabikies would be your choice. Bottom rigs with size from 4 to 1/0 hooks topped with small pieces of squid, mackerel, mussels and prowns would catch u anything. For bigger fishes bigger pieces of mackerel or squid and located in deeper places. Biggest species are out in the sea and best to be located with boats. Best regards ?
Wladyslaw  J.
Wladyslaw J. Germany
Great for Tuna, Bonito and Dentex! Book a few days with an experienced guide for a true adventure ?
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great for Tuna, Bonito and Dentex! Book a few days with an experienced guide for a true adventure ?
Vukan  S.
Vukan S. Beograd, Grad Beograd
Don't fish by your own - book a charter for sure, because they know some good spots and you will be successful :)
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don't fish by your own - book a charter for sure, because they know some good spots and you will be successful :)
Michael  P.
Michael P. Rovinj, 18
Go for quantity and various species rather than targeting Tuna which aren't spawning in July.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Go for quantity and various species rather than targeting Tuna which aren't spawning in July.
Andrew  D.
Andrew D. Zagreb, City Of Zagreb
Make sure youโ€™re fishing the appropriate season depending on the fish you are going after. Sometimes moving your trip just a week can make a huge difference in terms of catch.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure youโ€™re fishing the appropriate season depending on the fish you are going after. Sometimes moving your trip just a week can make a huge difference in terms of catch.
Vukan  S.
Vukan S. Belgrade, Belgrade
Everything is well arranged. Make sure to communicate your plans and wishes properly through the messaging app or phone.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Everything is well arranged. Make sure to communicate your plans and wishes properly through the messaging app or phone.
Billy  S.
Billy S. Rotterdam, South Holland
Pick your days well, and give it time, dont get dissapointed early. Waiting does pay off!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Pick your days well, and give it time, dont get dissapointed early. Waiting does pay off!
Tomislav  K.
Tomislav K. Santa Cruz, El Beni
Take it easy! Lots to do besides fishing! Go snorkeling, swimming, island hopping etc!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Take it easy! Lots to do besides fishing! Go snorkeling, swimming, island hopping etc!
Tan  S.
Tan S. Singapore, 01
Try and go very early or very late in the day. We went in the middle of the day but were still fortunate enough to catch a lot because of the Dragan and Anteโ€™s experience.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Try and go very early or very late in the day. We went in the middle of the day but were still fortunate enough to catch a lot because of the Dragan and Anteโ€™s experience.
John  T.
John T. Zagreb, 21
beautiful weather and calm sea .. just the most beautiful day in Dubrovnik thanks to Maro!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
beautiful weather and calm sea .. just the most beautiful day in Dubrovnik thanks to Maro!
FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member Zagreb, City Of Zagreb
I can only say best water best weather and the friendliest people who could get to know you with all the fishing adventures. Do not be deceived.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I can only say best water best weather and the friendliest people who could get to know you with all the fishing adventures. Do not be deceived.
Stefan  H.
Stefan H. Berlin, Land Berlin
Many great positions from the coast, but the best is to go out with the boat!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Many great positions from the coast, but the best is to go out with the boat!
Ivan
Ivan Zagreb, City Of Zagreb

Bluefin Fishing Charter
Bluefin Fishing Charter
Fishing charter in Rabac
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
We had a great half day fishing with Dilan. He did everything to bring us to the fish. Sadly the fish where not that activ, but Dilan gave us an additional hour without charge and we managed to catch some common Pandora. Great day, great captain! I can recommend this trip!
Josef  B.
Josef B. Vienna, Vienna
Split Sportfishing
Split Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Split
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(7 reviews)
Ante was an amazing guide! He went above and beyond to make our trip comfortable and successful. I canโ€™t recommend his trip enough, it was an absolute blast to spend the time on the water with him!
Max  P.
Max P. Rome, Lazio
San Pjero Fishing
San Pjero Fishing
Fishing charter in Marina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(13 reviews)
I had a fantastic time with Duje on my fishing trip. He was knowlagable and took us at great spots. We cought a variety of fish. Highly recommended.
Tony  C.
Tony C. Zagreb, City Of Zagreb
San Pjero Fishing
San Pjero Fishing
Fishing charter in Marina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(13 reviews)
It was a nice fishing day thanks to our amazing captain. Everyone had a lot of fun, especially the kids. Would recommend to families with children who love the sea. We are coming again next year for sure.
Mirta  V.
Mirta V. Zagreb, City Of Zagreb
Du Fishing & Explore
Du Fishing & Explore
Fishing charter in Dubrovnik
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(3 reviews)
Top notch! Captain Domagoj was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable, accommodating, friendly and professional. He provided sandwiches and beverages and made sashimi from one of the fish we caught! Talk about fresh! The boat is in great condition, comfortable and well kept (+ a bathroom on board). All around, this is a trip you donโ€™t want to miss for an exceptional price! Thank you, Domagoj for sharing your birthday with us!
Caroline  T.
Caroline T. Zagreb, City Of Zagreb
Sparus Boats Split
Sparus Boats Split
Fishing charter in Split
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(10 reviews)
We had a great experience with skipper Josip. Great guy with allot of knowedge of the sea and fishing.
Marco  H.
Marco H. Utrecht, Utrecht
Dubrovnik Fishing โ€“ 23'
Dubrovnik Fishing โ€“ 23'
Fishing charter in Dubrovnik
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(37 reviews)
Late october, still warm and even ok to svim at blue cave. After 5 min we started to fish a big one was hooked, looked like 5-10 kg catch but snapped away-what a pity. Later we got a lot of different small ones. The best was sea bream. Nice half day trip, weather and the nature was amazing, good guide and boat. Strong recommendation!
Asko  K.
Asko K. Drakulica Rijeka, 09
Dubrovnik Fishing โ€“ 23'
Dubrovnik Fishing โ€“ 23'
Fishing charter in Dubrovnik
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(37 reviews)
Super trip. The skipper picked us up at our village - me, my wife plus two kids (10 and 14). We caught one decent sized fish - a dorado (?) which the local restaurant cooked for us, plus some other little fish. he then took us to one of the islandswher we stopped off for a drink. Recommended.
Neil  D.
Neil D. Edinburgh, Scotland
Nefali Fishing
Nefali Fishing
Fishing charter in Raลพanac
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(28 reviews)
Wonderful trip. Captain Marko was terrific with my 8yo. He was prompt, ready to go at exactly 6AM, and had us in the right spot to be snagging fish as the sun rose. Highly recommended.
Hy  M.
Hy M. Annandale, VA
Tunana Fishing Charter
Tunana Fishing Charter
Fishing charter in Medulin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(25 reviews)
Very comfortable boat with a great captain! We had a great time. The Captain and the crew was very knowledgeable and did almost all the work for us while we kept catching the fish. We also get Great Food an Drinks. Will book them again!
Klaus  R.
Klaus R. Rosenheim, Bavaria
San Pjero Fishing
San Pjero Fishing
Fishing charter in Marina
Excellent
4.3 / 5
(13 reviews)
Nice fishing trip, quite comfortable boat, well prepared for fishing (rods, lures, baits). Plus supernature of Croatian islands makes your fishing day perfect.
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ะžะปะตะบัะฐะฝะดั€ ะ‘. Fort Lyon, CO
Toni Sportfishing Charter
Toni Sportfishing Charter
Fishing charter in Hvar
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(5 reviews)
Incredible day we started out trying for big red snapper and John Dory with no luck. Then we went to big rock closer to Hvar and boom we caught 4 snapper and an incredible Scorpion fish super cool. Tony was determined to find us fish and we did. He was an awesome driver, captain, fisherman and my new Croatian friend.I highly recommend him, nice boat good bait and lots of knowledge of the sea and the history of this beautiful country.. Tony we will be back. God bless you and your family.
Rena  M.
Rena M. Philadelphia, PA
Dubrovnik Fishing โ€“ 23'
Dubrovnik Fishing โ€“ 23'
Fishing charter in Dubrovnik
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(37 reviews)
Srdan was an amazing captain and had us try several different fishing techniques. We caught Gar, spider fish, red snappers, and even a perch. This was an extremely fun trip and I would highly recommend Srdan to anyone looking for a great, small group fishing charter in Dubrovnik!
Jesse  S.
Jesse S. Minneapolis, MN
Valfinity Sea Adventures
Valfinity Sea Adventures
Fishing charter in Pirovac
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(23 reviews)
The scipper did an excelent job. He had a lot of experience and gave us great support. He took us to very good fishing spots and we caught something immediately everywhere.
Lukas  W.
Lukas W. Oberuzwil, SG
Valfinity Sea Adventures
Valfinity Sea Adventures
Fishing charter in Pirovac
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(23 reviews)
Ein schรถner und entspannter Angelausflug mit vielen guten Tips vom Kapitรคn. Wenn wir wieder mal in der Gegend sind kommen wir gerne wieder.
Christina  G.
Christina G. Oberursel, Hesse
Toni Sportfishing Charter
Toni Sportfishing Charter
Fishing charter in Hvar
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(5 reviews)
We had a wonderful couple of hours out with Toni. He is a friendly and good captain/fisherman who knows the water very well. We had a 5 year old and a baby with us, which felt perfectly safe and comfortable in his spacious boat. We fished inshore (trolling) which was really fun for my kid. We saw large tunas hunting in the surface, a really nice experience. Can definitely recommend Toni
Frederik  W.  T.
Frederik W. T. Copenhagen, Capital Region
DRboats - Fishing
DRboats - Fishing
Fishing charter in Umag
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(34 reviews)
Highly recommend going out with Davor for some fishing. We caught plenty of smaller and one larger fish - very good experience, that I can fully recommend.
Christoph  G.
Christoph G. Savudrija, Istria
Split Sportfishing
Split Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Split
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(7 reviews)
Awesome trip, Ante helped us with techniques and put us on the right spots, his kit is top spec and the fishing was amazing, just wish we had book more days ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿผ
Adam  R.
Adam R. Hinckley, England
San Pjero Fishing
San Pjero Fishing
Fishing charter in Marina
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(13 reviews)
I had a great trip with Duje, catch some nice mahi mahi and bluefish. I certainly book another fishing trip when i come back next year to Croatia ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘
Sebastiaan Van Der Eng
Sebastiaan Van Der Eng Heerhugowaard, NH
Split Sportfishing
Split Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Split
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(7 reviews)
Cannot recommend this day trip enough. Our guide was personable, funny, kind and knowledgable. He make sure our entire group explored, swam and caught fish! We caught a few John doryโ€™s (yummy!) and one red snapper. On the way visited few nice bays. The highlight was definitely the fish BBQ.
R  A.
R A. Villeneuve-Loubet, Provence-Alpes-Cรดte D'Azur