Very enjoyable and more than we expected! Sime was our skipper and owner of the service. The boat was clean and fast, he was knowledgeable and explained where we were and an interesting history of the area.... read moreSime was our skipper and owner of the service. The boat was clean and fast, he was knowledgeable and explained where we were and an interesting history of the area. He was personable and great to tour with. He took us to a small local restaurant on one of the out islands, not much to look at but a delicious fish plater for the table and one of our best meals touring Croatia. Once we left this location we stopped at another little community where we did a short tour and finished it off grappa and cappuccino. One recommendation, Sime will tell you about sea conditions, if he says the winds are high and the next day the sea will be better i suggest you listen and depending on your experience with rough seas take his advice. read less

A wonderful day out We had a wonderful day out. Because of a cancellation, we were the only two on the boat that day. The skipper and his mate were good company... read moreWe had a wonderful day out. Because of a cancellation, we were the only two on the boat that day. The skipper and his mate were good company and the trip was everything that the company's blurb cracked it up to be.

Being on a fast boat made the journeys between stops fun and kept us cool. The stops were varied (including a chance to swim from a great beach) and we had a very good lunch.

We would highly recommend the tour! read less

Visite du parc des îles Konatri Lors de notre sejour en Croatie, nous avions prévu de visiter les îles Kornati.
En lisant les commentaires sur Trip Advisor, nous avons opté pour le tour proposé par Archipelago Tours.... read moreLors de notre sejour en Croatie, nous avions prévu de visiter les îles Kornati.
En lisant les commentaires sur Trip Advisor, nous avons opté pour le tour proposé par Archipelago Tours. Quelle bonne idée !
La réservation s'est faîte facilement (un coup de fil et 2 mails échangés) via leur site internet.
Tout s'est déroulé comme prévu grâce au professionnalisme et aux connaissances de notre Skipper (très Safe dans son pilotage du speed boat, bien agréable pour nos enfants de 4 et 9 ans) et du reste de l'équipe.
Le prix de 260 euros pour la famille (2 adultes plus 2 ou 3 enfants) est complètement justifié comparé aux autres tours proposés en gros bateaux bondés et lents ( nous en avons doublé plus d'un) qui sont obligés d'accoster tous aux mêmes quais (alors qu'avec notre petit bateau de 10 personnes, nous avons pu accoster dans des endroits plus tranquilles).
Notre Captain a su répondre à nos questions tant sur l'histoire de son pays que sur la faune et la géologie des Kornati.
En résumé : à conseiller pour tous ceux qui veulent sortir des excursions blindées de touristes.
Merci Archipelago Tours
Jérôme & familly read less

Perfect Joe was our skipper and is also the captain referred to in the last post. He is a high school teacher as well. And a great guy! Warm friendly and... read moreJoe was our skipper and is also the captain referred to in the last post. He is a high school teacher as well. And a great guy! Warm friendly and knowledgeable. He took four of us out for a perfect day of touring his Island. Born here he knows it well. We were the recipients of his love for his home. The trip to the park was wonderful. He continued our perfect day with many extras! read less

Fabulous boat trip This was the highlight of our trip to Croatia - the kornati experience tour . Stunning scenery.
We were collected at 9 am then picked up another family of 4... read moreThis was the highlight of our trip to Croatia - the kornati experience tour . Stunning scenery.
We were collected at 9 am then picked up another family of 4 and a group of 2 .

Denis the skipper was amazing . Very knowledgeable about Sibenik and the surrounding area . We headed down to islands stopping briefly for Denis to point out historical points of interest .

First stop was we anchored up off one of the islands for a snorkelling stop . Lots of tropical fish to see and plenty of time to swim to the nearby beach if you wanted to . The water is crystal clear .
Next stop was to another island - Levrnka. Here we experienced lunch in a traditional Konoba . The food was outstanding- all fresh and using local ingredients. Felt very privileged to be eating in a place only accessible by boat . Again Denis explained how the family running the restaurant live simply off the land for part of the year .
On the way back we stopped at another island . Another opportunity to snorkel , walk on the island to a film set from the 1960s , or relax on the little beach .

All in all a first class boat trip , not to be missed if you are visiting the area . The photos say it all ! read less

Awesome day! I enquired about this tour only 2 days before we wanted to do it and Sime responded to my email within minutes and was very accommodating with fitting us in.... read moreI enquired about this tour only 2 days before we wanted to do it and Sime responded to my email within minutes and was very accommodating with fitting us in. The day was brilliant. Christian is very knowledgable and explained everything we needed to know about the Kornati National Park and islands, and more! The boat experience itself was fantastic, super fast and great for thrill-seekers. And there was also plenty of time for relaxing, swimming and snorkelling, and cliff jumping.

If I had the option to give this 6 stars I would and I highly recommend this trip! read less

Fantastic trip We took a tour Cornati Experience with our two kids (8 and 10), and friends with one kid. On the boat there was one Other family.
Our guide, Joe, was... read moreWe took a tour Cornati Experience with our two kids (8 and 10), and friends with one kid. On the boat there was one Other family.
Our guide, Joe, was very nice and told interesting facts about Sibenik and the area on the way.
We started 9am and around 11 we reached the first stop. It was on one of Cornati islands, there was a good restaurant, though quite expensive and a beatiful beach. We ordered Food and had 1,5h for walking and swimming. The beach was amazing, stony but with white sand in the crystal clear water, and some nice underwater creatures to watch.
Then we had a meal and went further with a boat. After not long ride we reached an uninhabited island Where some Could do cliff jumping or snorkling.
The sea bed was stunning, it was like swimming in the aquarium with big fishes.
Then we went further with a boat and had one more shorter stop closer to Sibenik on a typical dalmatian island. We had ice cream and made the way back.
This was a very pleasant relaxing day.
Be prepared for a lot of time on boat with jumping on waves and getting a little wet:) read less

Amazing family day on the sea We took a private day tour option, and it was more than we could ever wish for. But it
was not a suprise for us as we used Archipelago Tours... read moreWe took a private day tour option, and it was more than we could ever wish for. But it
was not a suprise for us as we used Archipelago Tours and Sime for the private tour last year also. In my experience, this type of tours very much depends on skipper you get, and Sime is one of these you'll keep in your memory forever. He looks like he spent every minute of his life alone on the high seas, but on the other hand, he was very talkative, and he had amazing stories to share. We didn't know much about Kornati NP so we gave full freedom of trip planning to Sime. The trip started in Sibenik, every early, at 08:00, and passing through St. Nicolas channel at that time of the day was a first highlight of the day was spectacular, peaceful and gracious. Way to Kornati was very comfortable as the sea was calm and form a distance, we could see our destination. First, we passed on the side of islands facing Italy, where all spectacular cliffs are, and Sime told us stories about spectacular underworld on those cliffs. First stop was on island Mana. We climbed to the top of this rocky island where are ancient alike ruins located, but acutely they were built many years ago for the one movie set. Anyhow, it was nice and the views from the top were beautiful. In the bay, we took a swim and did a bit of snorkeling, what my niece loved. We moved further driving through Kornati channel until island Lavsa where we had a drink and a swim. Thereafter, we went for a long ride to lighthouse Blitvenica outside of Kornati NP. This desolated island with 150 years old stone lighthouse and one man working there was a true surprise. Man working in the lighthouse gave us a tour through the lighthouse. Thereafter we had to the island of Kaprije where we had amazing food in the hidden bay, and oh mand it was so delicious. The last stop before returning into Sibenik was the island of Zlarin where Sime gave us a tour and we had a drink. Last part of the trip was in the sunset and what to say, just see the photos. What more to say . read less

The best way to see Kornati. Really enjoyed our Konati excursion. At times, it felt like we were worlds away from civilisation - just pure, untouched nature. Opting for a small boat with only a few... read moreReally enjoyed our Konati excursion. At times, it felt like we were worlds away from civilisation - just pure, untouched nature. Opting for a small boat with only a few fellow passengers meant we got a more exclusive experience from our guide and avoid most of the crowds. Our guide was great, very knowledgeable about the islands and their history. He even did his best to arrive at the stunning beach so we'd have it all for ourselves but the bigger boats are difficult to avoid entirely. The beach stop is something I’ll never forget, by far the best snorkelling I’ve ever experienced (equipment provided). The meal at a remote restaurant was delicious. Overpriced but you’d expect that given the faraway location. It's not a short trip from Sibenik, so get comfy but the ride home is broken up by a stop to a small island with a couple of cafes. On the whole, the tour was one of the highlights of our holiday. read less

Kornati islands JUST wonderful
We had a great time with our 3 kids and another 4 family on a shiny day
Great driver ans historical guide, 3 stars restaurant for lunch (we are from... read moreJUST wonderful
We had a great time with our 3 kids and another 4 family on a shiny day
Great driver ans historical guide, 3 stars restaurant for lunch (we are from Lyon and gastronomy is our stuff) with real good price
A world apart from tour operators and tourist factories read less

Lovely day Had a wonderful day out in Kornati NP. Our tour was great from start to finish. The day was a bit windy, but the rough seas made our trip there... read moreHad a wonderful day out in Kornati NP. Our tour was great from start to finish. The day was a bit windy, but the rough seas made our trip there and back rather interesting. Kornati are a bit crowded at this time of the year but our skipper made sure we avoid big tour boats. Lots of time to do whatever you feel like in amazing scenery of the islands.
Big recommendation. Thanks, and see you again hopefully! read less

Amazing trip to Kornati Nationalpark Thanks a lot again to Christian and Tina for their warm welcome on board and the excellent service during the whole day. We hihgly recommend this tour for a unforgettable... read moreThanks a lot again to Christian and Tina for their warm welcome on board and the excellent service during the whole day. We hihgly recommend this tour for a unforgettable trip to Kornati. It was fantastic and Christian and Tina are really sympatic and professional tour guides! Sabina, Daniele & Léonie read less

Relaxing tour The tour was very relaxing and the guide was great !
Edi did a great job, just enough information for us.

Great day on the sea We had a great time during our trip to the Kornaten. Our skipper Denis was very knowledgable and gave us lots of information. He did his utmost to give us... read moreWe had a great time during our trip to the Kornaten. Our skipper Denis was very knowledgable and gave us lots of information. He did his utmost to give us a good experience and responded to all our wishes. Great lunch as well! Watching some dolphins play was a highlight! hank you for a great day! read less

Memorable experience for the whole family! We joined the tour of Kornati islands last weekend and enjoyed every moment of it! Although not primarily marketed as family tour our kids (9, 13) had the best time... read moreWe joined the tour of Kornati islands last weekend and enjoyed every moment of it! Although not primarily marketed as family tour our kids (9, 13) had the best time ever and will remember this tour forever. For our son it was dream come true swimming with all the big fish among us on the most beautiful beach ever. Truly amazing! For our daughter it was the dolphins that made her day. The skipper spotted two dolphins swimming near us, turned the engine off not to disturb them and let us enjoy the moment so long as they went their own way. What a treat!
Kornati national park is an absolute must see and we couldn’t recommend this company enough! Safety standards are at the highest lever, skipper is experienced and professional, boat is perfect for this kind of tour. Thank you Archipelago tours for one of the best days at the sea ever! read less