Split · SPLIT STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 11 split stand-up paddleboard tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Paddle about 5 kilometers through sea and river near Stobreč on a hard touring SUP with bright LED lights beneath you. Guides such as Luca, Tomas, Paola, and Rose provide patient instruction, photos, and safety help. No experience is needed, and the calm route suits beginners.
“Thank you Tomas for a lovely experience! He guided us well and made sure we all had a fun time! Very friendly. 5*”
Meet Adriatic Adventure in Split and ride a glowing SUP from Stobreč’s beach into the sea and river after sunset. A certified instructor teaches beginners, while guides such as Boris, Tomas, Peter, and Vito have helped keep the outing relaxed, social, and safe.
“This was an amazing experience. Highly recommend this! Absolutely loved it. The guides were friendly and patient with everyone.”
Start with a short transfer from central Split to Stobreč Camp, where guides such as Ivan and Luka teach SUP basics before you paddle from the sea into the Žrnovnica River. Expect mountain views, calm water, snorkeling, swimming, photos, and optional cliff jumping.
“We had so much fun, would definitely recommend. Ivan is a great instructor and had a laugh with us throughout the morning. Felt really safe and well organised. Jumping off the rocks and swimming in the sea was also great!”
Meet instructor Ivan at 10:00 for a beginner-friendly stand-up paddle lesson on Sladinac Lake. Paddle through canals, wetlands, and bird habitats to the Island of Love, a natural spring, and Crniševo Lake, with swimming and fruit before returning by 13:00.
“Ivan was an excellent tutor and fun guide. The experience is 100% worth while exploring the lakes and the local wildlife, including Cormorants and Eagles - did you know you can scare seagulls away by flapping your arms like a big eagle? I didn’t either, until today. Hvala Ivan!”
Start near Split, transfer to Stobreč, then paddle from the calm Žrnovnica River to the Adriatic Sea. Your guide teaches the basics, provides equipment and photos, and leads you to a beach for snorkeling and optional cliff jumps. No previous SUP experience is needed.
“Great amount of time put on the water paddle boarding and cliff jumping. Relaxing and was super fun with an outgoing tour guide!!!”
Paddle from Šetalište MarinaTartaglie with an English-speaking local guide, exploring Marjan Park, nearby beaches, cliffs, and clear Adriatic water. Beginners receive instruction, while stops for swimming, snorkeling, photos, drinks, and optional cliff jumping keep the three-hour outing varied.
“Lovely afternoon out with Jelena on paddleboards with some snorkeling too. Gopro pictures shared promptly was a nice unexpected touch.”
Meet your guide at Bene for a three-hour sunset SUP outing along Split’s coast. You’ll get a board, paddle, leash, life vest, snorkel gear, instruction, and guide-taken photos. Valentina, Simon, and the team are praised for calm coaching, good humor, and support for first-time paddlers.
“Ist was a great experience. Our really nice Guide Valentina showed us around the Beach with the SUPs. We snorkeld and enjoyed the SUP during Sun set really much!”
Meet your guide at Bene Beach for a three-hour SUP outing along Marjan Hill. Guides such as Filip, Sven, Valentina, and Mislav help beginners get moving, with time for swimming, snorkeling, photos, and optional cliff jumping. Choose a morning or sunset departure.
“Valentina was great! She made sure we had a great time and gave us plenty of well needed breaks - we were a bit unlucky with the wind but she made us feel safe so it didn't bother us. It was especially nice stopping for a swim, and we had some really nice chats. Top tip - don't make the mistake I made of forgetting my sea shoes!”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Bene Beach for a 150-minute sunset SUP trip along Split’s coast. You’ll learn the basics, paddle to scenic beaches, swim and snorkel, try a cliff jump if you wish, and finish with local wine and guide-taken photos.
“We had a lot of fun, and the guide was really nice and helpful. Amazing experience we recommended worth the money if u like sport sunset and wine !!”
Start at 9 a.m. on Split’s Marjan Hill for a three-hour SUP trip with certified guides such as Marin, Simon, and Miško. Learn the basics, paddle to Bene and Kašjuni, swim, snorkel, try a cliff jump, and receive GoPro photos afterward.
“The whole experience was very enjoyable with surreal views. Marin was an amazing tour guide, being accommodating for us beginners and also making us laugh a lot! Definitely an experience we will never forget thank you!”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Bene Beach for a three-hour SUP outing along Split’s Marjan coast. Learn the basics, paddle past beaches and cliffs, stop to swim and snorkel, and try cliff jumping if conditions allow. Guide Jelena has been praised for friendly instruction and local tips.
“Passes quickly, because there is a transfer. Not 3 hours on the board. Good and nice guide.”
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