Charter operator

Sparus Boats

Split, Croatia

50+ reviews

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.

Charters

Sparus Boats
Split
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Trips from
US $728
Sparus Boats Split
Split
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Trips from
US $616

Rating

4.8

70 reviews

4.8

Boat & Equipment

4.9

Captain & Crew

4.7

Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (54)

What anglers say

91%

Good experience

98%

Friendly captain

96%

Recommend this charter

80%

Appropriate for children

100%

Satisfied with the boat

82%

Caught fish

All reviews (70)

Showing 1 – 5 of 70 reviews

Jordan Edwards
Repeat angler
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishy fun all morning
5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 3, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child
Our family of 3 had a private fishing trip with Ivan as our skipper and it was such a joy. He was prompt and so friendly. He took us out to two spots for great fishing, and was a wonderful companion and assistant. we all caught something, including large conger eels! the boat was immaculate and we were able to connect to the bluetooth for a fun yacht rock soundtrack to our great morning. When we’d had our fill of fishing, Ivan took us on a tour of the Split coastline and provided numerous recommendations for places to eat and beaches to visit during our trip. Would highly recommend this charter to anyone.
Reported catch:
Lennart Schikulla
Germany
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
100% top 😍
Full Day fishing experience to Vis on May 28, 2026 • 1 adult
I booked the big tour for 1000€ alone and I had an incredible day. I learned a lot and experienced a lot. Everyone knows that there is not always fishing, even if there are desired fish, but we still caught well and I had the opportunity to drill fish that I have not seen in real life in my life 😍 The only disadvantage was that we unfortunately didn't have a big pliers because they were probably lost 😅 but we still managed. I can only thank you from the bottom of my heart and next time I will definitely be there !! Marin was my captain and fishing buddy the day just once again a very special thank you! You showed me places and that fishing on the sea was really great! Thank you I hope we will see each other again next year !! Marin thank you from my heart!!
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Rhonda West
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
NEW
Amazing day on the water!
5 Hour Trip (AM) on September 16, 2026 • 2 adults
Skipper Ivan was great! He knew where to find the fish and showed us how to catch them. The boat was so clean and well kept. This was the highlight of out visit to Split! Highly recommend!
Paul Bon
Netherlands
Member since 2026
4.0
Verified
Super leuke vistrip
5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 17, 2026 • 4 adults
Onze vistrip van 7.00 tot 12.00 uur was echt geweldig! 🎣 Vanaf het begin kregen we van Ivan een duidelijke uitleg over de trip en wat we konden verwachten. De schipper was enthousiast en wist ontzettend veel over vissen. Hij gebruikte verschillende soorten haken en aas, afhankelijk van de vissen die voorbij kwamen. We hebben uiteindelijk mahi-mahi, makreel1en een nog een soort waarvan we de naam vergetenzijn gevangen. 🐟🎣 Na het vissen was het heerlijk om nog even te zwemmen en af te koelen. Een superleuke en ontspannen ervaring voor het hele gezin. Zeker een aanrader!
Lovisa Canneryd
Sweden
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
August fishing trip
5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 7, 2026 • 4 adults
fantastic morning out at sea. caught several fish but got a little too hot the last hour so we went for a swim. A little too warm in the water for the fish to be active during the day said Captain Ivan. but a great day! Ivan gave tips about fishing and how to cook it best.