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The 15 Best Rafting & Canyoning Trips in Croatia

27 tours  ·  from $22

The Cetina behind Omiš does rapids, cliff jumps and a zipline strung across the gorge, often in the same morning. These 15 are compared on water level, minimum age and how much of it is paddling versus floating.

Cetina River: Rafting and Cliff Jumping Tour - Getting from Split to the river
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Cetina River: Rafting and Cliff Jumping Tour

1.Cetina River: Rafting and Cliff Jumping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,774 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $53Our pick

Raft 9 kilometers of the Cetina River near Split or Omiš, with calm stretches, rapids, cave exploring, swimming, and cliff jumping up to 5 meters. Guides such as Christian, Valentino, Ivan, and Kristijan keep the outing safe, social, and suitable for first-time rafters.

“Wonderful guide, Joe was excellent. We all had a wonderful time and good cliffjumping spot during ybr activity as well. 10/10”

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Dubrovnik: Panorama Zipline Tour - Meeting near Ilijina glavica garage
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Dubrovnik: Panorama Zipline Tour

2.Panorama Zipline Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,643 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Meet near Ilijina glavica garage for a ride up Mount Srdj, a safety briefing, practice run, and four zipline rides on two lines. Guides such as Matteo, Jo, Mia, Z, and Big G add local history, photos, and calm coaching above Dubrovnik’s old town.

“We had so much fun! The boys were really great! Very safe and the views were absolutely amazing! Highly recommend!”

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Zipline Experience in Dubrovnik - The safety briefing and short practice line
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Zipline Experience in Dubrovnik

3.Zipline Experience in Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,584 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66Top rated

Meet near Dubrovnik’s Old Town for transport up Mount Srđ, safety training, and a practice run before two ziplines ridden twice each. Guides such as Luka, Matteo, Z, and Gino keep the pace friendly, share local history, and help with photos. Expect about three hours, weather permitting.

“Really great day. I'm normally scared of heights, but this Zip line was really fun. The staff put me at ease and relax and enjoy the experience. Would love to do it again”

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Split/Omiš: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jump & Swimming - The road from Omiš to the river
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Split/Omiš: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jump & Swimming

4.Split/Omiš: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jump & Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,258 reviews · 3 hours · from $44

Paddle 12 kilometers through the Cetina River canyon with a guide such as George, Toni, or Mario. Expect calm stretches, class 2 and 3 rapids, clear swimming water, a waterfall view, and optional jumps from 3 or 6 meters. Omiš pickup, safety gear, and a neoprene suit are included.

“We had a great ride together with George, our guide, who was very helpful and kind and had lots of humor along the rapids and cliffjumps! /PA”

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Zipline Croatia: Cetina Canyon Zipline Adventure from Omis - What happens on the eight-line course
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Zipline Croatia: Cetina Canyon Zipline Adventure from Omis

5.Zipline Croatia: Cetina Canyon Zipline Adventure from Omis

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,248 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $96

Meet your English-speaking guides in Omiš, ride to the Cetina Canyon, learn the ropes, and fly across eight lines above forests and river views. The course reaches 492 feet high, with a short uphill walk, practice lines, and friendly guides such as Marko, Carlo, Ivan, Martin, or Linda depending on the day.

“Was an amazing way to celebrate my birthday. Don’t hesitate! You can also ride the first zip with the instructor so there’s no need to be nervous.”

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Omiš: 3-Hour Cetina Canyon Zipline Experience - Eight zip lines above the Cetina River
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Omiš: 3-Hour Cetina Canyon Zipline Experience

6.3-Hour Cetina Canyon Zipline Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,050 reviews · 3 hours · from $94

From Omiš, ride eight zipline wires totaling 2,100 meters above the Cetina River canyon. English-speaking guides provide training, equipment, transfers, and help at every launch and landing. The small group is limited to 10 people, and nervous riders may be able to go tandem with a guide.

“The activity was super fun! The instruction was clear and the guides helped with everything. Special thanks to the one guide with the red shirt (i don’t know his name) but he was super nice, and made the experience better!”

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Split: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jumping Tour - Three hours between canyon walls
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Split: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jumping Tour

7.Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jumping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 997 reviews · from $51

Paddle the Cetina River for about three hours with guides such as Hus, Neno, Josh, or Enrico, depending on your group. Expect beginner-friendly rapids, canyon views, optional jumps from up to 5 meters, a waterfall shower, and a cave reached through clear spring water. Shuttle transport and safety gear are included.

“it is so amazing, everything!! the sightseeing during the rafting, the adrenaline at the cave and some rapids, staying in the waterfall. Neno, Heike are so friendly, sharing lots of their amazing travelling experiences, 30 minutes in the bus were not boring at all. the rafting guide are so professional, and the most important is safe. it is recommended and a must trip!!”

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Half-Day Rafting Experience on Cetina River with Cliff Jumping and more - Meeting near Omiš and getting onto the river
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Half-Day Rafting Experience on Cetina River with Cliff Jumping and more

8.Half-Day Rafting Experience on Cetina River with Cliff Jumping and more

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 940 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $60

Paddle 10km through Cetina Canyon with guides such as Jaime, Ivan, and Neno. This beginner-friendly trip includes transport, gear, swimming, optional cliff jumping, a cold cave passage, and waterfall stops. Plan on three hours on the river, wet shoes, and no meal break.

“What a great experience - it’s like 6 activities rolled into one! Fantastic value for money (including €15 euro for great photos at the end!). Cetina river, waterfalls and nature are so beautiful. Nice balance of rapids and calm parts of river. Teens enjoyed the cave experience and cliff jumping. Big shout out to Hussein who immediately developed a good rapport with us and shared in our jokes and humour!”

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Sunset Zipline Dubrovnik Experience - Safety training before the real ride
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Sunset Zipline Dubrovnik Experience

9.Sunset Zipline Dubrovnik Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 831 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $72

From Zagrebačka Street, you ride to Mt. Srđ for safety training and two scenic zipline routes, often ridden twice. Guides such as Mia, Jo, Big G, and Dario keep things calm and fun. Finish with local wine and sunset views over Dubrovnik and its islands.

“Big Z, Mario and Niccola were great hosts! Zipline was very fun and the scenery was amazing. Meeting point was very clear and easy to find. Definitely worth it!”

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Rafting on Cetina River Departure from Split or Blato na Cetini village - Safety briefing, wetsuit, and first paddle
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Rafting on Cetina River Departure from Split or Blato na Cetini village

10.Rafting on Cetina River Departure from Split or Blato na Cetini village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 819 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $48

Join Adventure Dalmatia for a six-hour Cetina River outing with a Split transfer or a village meeting point. Guides including Ivan, Marin, Damjan, and Daniel lead beginners through gentle rapids, calm water, cliff scenery, and a beach stop. Equipment is provided, and you should expect to get wet.

“Fabulous experience don’t hesitate. Our guide/leader Damjan was excellent. We now have a wonderful memory to cherish.”

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Canyoning on Cetina River Adventure from Split or Zadvarje - Safety Briefing and Equipment
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Canyoning on Cetina River Adventure from Split or Zadvarje

11.Canyoning on Cetina River Adventure from Split or Zadvarje

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 597 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $60

You’ll travel from Split to the Cetina Canyon for roughly three hours of guided canyoning. Expect caves, natural pools, waterfalls up to 50 meters high, river swimming, rocky climbs, and full safety instruction. Guides such as Luca and Dorian are known for careful, encouraging leadership.

“It was a very nice experience to do with a group of friends! Because everybody in our group was fit, we also went to another part to make the experience even better. I would really recommend this group activity to all boys and girls who like to go on a adventure!”

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Whitewater Rafting on Cetina River from Split or Šestanovac - Paddling through Class II to IV rapids
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Whitewater Rafting on Cetina River from Split or Šestanovac

12.Whitewater Rafting on Cetina River from Split or Šestanovac

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 560 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $60

From Split, ride by air-conditioned minivan to Blato na Cetini, gear up, and raft through the Cetina River canyon. Expect Class II to IV rapids, calm swimming spots, a steep hike out, and a local snack. Guides such as Mario help first-timers and families stay safe and involved.

“The scenery was gorgeous. We were new water rafters but we eventually figured it out. Laughed the whole time.”

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Cetina River Extreme Canyoning Adventure from Split or Zadvarje - The rocky walk down to the river
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Cetina River Extreme Canyoning Adventure from Split or Zadvarje

13.Cetina River Extreme Canyoning Adventure from Split or Zadvarje

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 452 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $78

Join Iris Adventures for a six-hour Cetina River canyoning trip from Split or Zadvarje. Swim, jump, scramble, and rappel beside Velika Gubavica waterfall. Guides such as Iris, Ivan, Boris, Daniel, Igor, and Liam lead groups with supplied wetsuits, helmets, harnesses, and life jackets.

“We had an amazing day. It’s very adventurous and definitely extreme. I only wish they sent us the pictures they took of us.”

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Cetina River Rafting Half-Day Trip and Optional Pickup from Split - What happens during the three-hour rafting trip
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Cetina River Rafting Half-Day Trip and Optional Pickup from Split

14.Cetina River Rafting Half-Day Trip and Optional Pickup from Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 391 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $45

Take a three-hour Cetina River rafting trip from Podašpilje, near Split. A certified English-speaking guide leads you through scenic river country and rapids, with no previous rafting experience required. Optional pickup is available, and the tour returns to its starting point.

“Wow, this adventure turned out to be much more than just rafting down a river. Our guide was informative and fun. Definitely would recommend.”

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From Split: Canyoning on the Cetina River - Getting fitted for the river
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From Split: Canyoning on the Cetina River

15.Canyoning on the Cetina River

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 373 reviews · 210 minutes - 6 hours · from $58

Travel from Split to Zadvarje for a guided Cetina River canyoning trip with Luka, Elizabeth, Anton, or another Croatian Mountain Rescue registered guide. Expect a steep rocky approach, clear pools, tunnels, rapids, waterfalls, swimming, and optional cliff jumps.

“I highly recommend this tour. Lots of fun and views are amazing. We had a party of 9 and both Elizabeth and Anton were amazing guides. Very patient and friendly. They provided excellent customer service. We arrived at port for the day from our cruise and they were able to get us back in time without a problem. One thing to note, you will be climbing down cliffs, boulders, and a few caves. So bring that go pro!”

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