Hike, Kayak and Snorkel a Hidden Croatian Island

Dejan, Anna and Boris were fantastic everything was good accept for the paddle boarding. The house and scenery were beautiful.

Great adventures! Exploring Solta by kayak and on foot or bicycle is the best way to experience this beautiful and peaceful island. Great hosts! Dejan, his family and Boris the tour guide gave us a 5 star service, especially the food and wine which were amazing and the apartments were comfortable and spacious. Dejan's and Boris' knowledge and passion for their country was infectious. Great scenery! See photos, this is a beautiful island and a gem that needs to be seen. Great company! We had a great group of like-minded people which added to the experience.

Had an amazing time with Dejan exploring the island of Šolta. The two days of sea kayaking were incredible, with the other days consisting of hiking, biking, and stand up paddleboard, with lots of chances to go for a swim with the other travellers as well, which were great ways to see and learn about the different areas of the island. Dejan was great at picking the best activity for to the changing weather, ensuring we could do everything that was planned, with lots of opportunity for snacks as well.

Multi sports plus history, local culture and food and massively flexible - don't worry if you aren't keen on one part of the itinerary. Lovely people, incredibly helpful and tolerant! The week lasted a long time in a very good way.

I recently spent an incredible week in Šolta. Dejan, Ivana, and Boris's warmth, enthusiasm, and attention to detail made the trip special. What made this experience so unique was the perfect balance of activity and relaxation. Solta is a peaceful escape, but there's plenty to do, from kayaking and hiking to snorkelling. Dejan did a fantastic job adapting the itinerary around the weather, making sure we got the best out of each day. The homemade Croatian dinners were an absolute highlight! It was also wonderful to explore the island with such a nice group. I can’t recommend this trip enough for anyone looking to experience the quieter, more authentic side of Croatia.

I'm normally an independent, solo travel person and this was my first package deal in many years. I wasn't sure what to expect but enjoyed every moment from the great company of my fellow travelers, the enthusiasm, knowledge and professionalism of the crew, amazing location, fabulous activities and fantastic food.

So glad I booked this trip!

Dejan, Ivana and Boris were excellent guides and hosts - attentive, friendly, warm and great sense of humour. They shared their knowledge and passion of the history and culture (and food!) of Croatia, at the same time as guiding us safely through all the fun activities.

This is a wonderful opportunity to experience Croatian life with local guides, away from the touristy destinations. Solta is quiet and relaxing but still lots of hiking, kayaking etc to keep you active and entertained.

From the moment we were met by Dejan amd Ivana at the tour offices in Split to the end of the trip, they could not have been more friendly and accommodating. From tweaking the schedule to fit around the best weather to finding alternatives for me when I didn’t want to cycle. Dejan opened his house to us all - cooking up some amazing dinners. The accommodation exceeded my expectation. Also a shout out to Boris who did an incredible job at the logistics, and this trip needs alot! Thank you all, as well as to the other great people in the group - a week i wont forget.

Thank you to Dejan, Ivana and Boris for an excellent time. Dejan puts in so much effort to get all the activities done around the weather forecast, this means the itinerary is somewhat flexible but it always worked out. All the experiences felt unique, safe and interesting, the kayaking and snorkelling were particular highlights for me.

Thanks again to Dejan and team for your hard work, I’d happily tour with you guys again next time I’m in Croatia.

great holiday with amazing guides and lovely group- really good to understand the history of the island and wider croatia and eat and drink our way happily through it’s products and meet a few of the producers too. Dejan was incredibly adaptable to both the weather and the groups interests and skills (fortunately he liked buying ice creams regularly too..)

This was such a lovely trip on a beautiful island which we explored throughout the week. It was well organised and activities juggled around the weather, when needed, to make sure we got the most out of everything. Huge thanks must go to Dejan, his family and Boris for making us feel so welcome and for sharing their passion for the outdoors and knowledge of Šolta.

I recently participated in the "Hike, Kayak and Snorkel a Hidden Croatian Island" trip to Šolta, Croatia, and it was exceptional.

The accommodations were fantastic, offering scenic bay views from the balcony—perfect for enjoying sunrise or sunset with a cup of coffee.

Our guide, Dejan, and his family made breakfasts and dinners memorable, adding a personal touch to the experience.

James, a professional kayak marathon athlete from Australia, joined us, allowing for the option of single kayaks, which was a highlight.

The activities were well-organized and immersive. We hiked through picturesque villages and olive groves, kayaked along stunning coastlines with hidden coves, cycled across the island soaking in Mediterranean views, and snorkeled around a shipwreck and ancient Roman ruins.

The group was diverse, ranging from 30 to 60 years old, and we often ended our days playing Uno on the terrace while enjoying local spirits.

I highly recommend this trip to anyone seeking an authentic and active Croatian island adventure.

Had a fantastic week exploring the small island of Solta. Sea kayaking, hiking and biking meant we explored the whole island with our guide giving us fascinating insights into the history and stories of the Island. The accomodation and food were great and we were always well looked after by Dejan and his family. The small group size of like minded people really made for a great time.

Me and my partner had an amazing trip to the island of Solta, thanks to Dejan and his family for welcoming us all into his life! They were so accommodating and told gripping stories and insights into the local way of life. This, paired with the group size not being too big, gave us such a real intimate feeling of living the whole experience and being apart of it rather than just witnessing it. We always ate and drank well- home made food including tasty grilled fresh fish and traditional Peka (which Dejan showed us how it is made!) we explored the island thoroughly and got all activities done with quality equipment and consideration of our safety. Despite some bad weather, it still all felt relaxing and chilled thanks to Dejan’s planning and flexibility with the schedule. To top it off we had a great little group of amazing people there with us that enriched the whole experience even further. I will be recommending this experience to anyone wanting to visit Croatia!

I arrived in Split having done very little research on what I was about to experience and soon learned that this was going to be much more than an adventure holiday. Dejan and his family welcomed us into their home, cooked delicious local dishes for us and shared not only their stories of the past with us but their hopes for the future too.

Despite some challenges with the weather, Dejan managed to orchestrate the activities very well and importantly, pushed us all to challenge ourselves. He was confident in our skills and abilities which in turn, made us feel confident too.

I won’t go in to the details of what is included in this trip, as I believe that it should all be experienced firsthand, but I will say that if you are looking for the perfect balance of culture and adrenaline fuelled activity, this is the trip for you.

I would like to thank Dejan, Boris and the family for making this a beautiful memorable journey. I hope to one day return to Šolta to see you all again.

We were welcomed into the guides home, feed watered and made to feel part of the family. The guide had so much passion for the island and knowledge about its history. As well as being good at instructing all activities. He’s flexibility allowed in a difficult week all activities to be completed. A beautiful island, great mix of activities and fun group of people. Already thinking of what the next holiday could be!

We had a fab week -really enjoyed the walking, kayaking, swimming, snorkeling and cycling, as well as the company of our fellow holidayers. Dejan and his family were welcoming, kind, and thoughtful hosts. They do mean BBQs -swordfish and tuna, and Peka, and we ate very well all week. Dejan clearly thinks about safety when organising the trips - we had interesting weather to contend with. He was also great to listen to when talking about the history of the island.

What a great week we had on the beautiful island of Solta. Dejan and his family were the perfect hosts. Dejan was a really excellent guide, with his great passion both for providing such enjoyable activities for everyone and for sharing his knowledge of the island.

Thank you for a wonderful holiday! Dejan was a wonderful host: enthusiastic, passionate about the island, a teller of stories and, with his family and team, couldn't have done more to make sure we had an amazing trip. The activities were all brilliant and it was great to see so much of Solta in so many different ways. Excellent food and drink (ie wine!) too. Highly recommend this trip.

Solta is a beautiful island and Dejan, our guide, enabled us to explore and enjoy it on foot, sea and bike. The weather made it challenging but Dejan adjusted the itinerary to ensure we experienced all activities in the best conditions. The equipment was all excellent, the timetable relaxed and the homely accommodation was welcoming and comfortable. The home cooked meals, particularly the Peka, were great and we were never hungry. Dejan and his Father exceeded expectations and excelled in keeping us happy, informed and well fed. They never stopped smiling despite working so hard to ensure we all left with treasured memories.

This was my first MBA trip and what a trip to start on! Fab trip with a lovely mix of activities to try. We were a little unlucky with the weather but Dejan did a fantastic job of shuffling things round to ensure we squeezed as much in as possible. Some of the kayaking days were quite long but as long as you have a bit of grit it’s definitely achievable, and some of the little coves you go to make it all worth while! Solta is a lovely island and Dejan not only showed us round it but shared a lot of the history which really added to the experience. A big shout out must also go to Dejan’s family who all mucked in and made us feel extremely welcome, thank you! All in all a fab trip and great for anyone that wants to give a bit of everything a go!

Dejan and his family went above and beyond during our stay on the Island of Šolta! With an interesting weather week, there was the need to reorganize the order and location of some of our activities but Dejan still made sure we were able to squeeze in the full itinerary (even offering SUP in back in Split the day of departure). Overall, great people, lovely food, amazing views, and a good mix of activities at different levels. Highly recommended!

What an absolutely ridiculously lovely week on Solta island. Our guide Dejan was magic; a madly brilliant logistician despite some rainy (nearly British!) weather on 1-2 days, and combined with his beautiful family, a set of exceptional hosts, chefs, purveyors of local liqueurs and general good humour. Group bonded instantly, and nothing helps form unions like soaked hikes by day and drunken uno by night. Kayaking, biking and SUP were ace. Honestly, whole trip was above and beyond expectations, and considerably more generous in time and energy from the Anic family. Miss Solta already!

Really fun mixed adventure. Not overly strenuous but plenty of challenge. I had not kayaked before, I got sea sick day 1 but took some motion sickness tablets day 2 and was fine. Would recommend sticking with double kayak as easier, more stable and just as fun. Dejan and family were great hosts, nothing was too much trouble.

This was one of my best solo trips and I did many in my life:) What really made the difference was: 1)the amazing group that clicked from Day; 2) Dejan - the best guide ever : very friendly, funny and knew almost everything about the history and the geography of the island; 3) the unique home experience: home made delicious food-Peka; special care from Dejan and his family who treated us as their family friends:) 4) last but not least, the breathtaking views of the island from top of the mountain while hiking and biking or from the sea while kayaking and the magic UNO games with a sip of raki every night made this trip memorable. With regards to the activities, everything was well organised, adapted to weather conditions and the group fitness level. We had only one day of rain when hiking in first day but that actually helped the group “bounding”:) The kayak activity was the the star of the program: rewarding views, intense but very enjoyable. I consider it moderate but it requires a good physical resilience because it is expected to kayak about 3 hours per day, with 2-3 breaks of course. We had also the chance to get guidance from “a pro” -James . He was very nice and helped us to learn the skills and even pulled some of us:) Biking was also great, I was inspired enough to ask for an e-bike that proved to be a wise decision. While going uphill the ebike made the difference and cycling was enjoyable, especially after the wine tasting:) All in all, this trip was a a pure joy and a magic experience in sunny Solta. Highly recommended.

I had a lovely week exploring Solta via hike, kayak and bike! I learnt a lot about the island alongside having some fun physical challenges and lots of daily variety. We had some delicious home cooked food and felt like a member of Dejan’s family for the week :) I wish all travel experiences could be like this and would recommend this trip highly. Lots of care and attention was paid by Dejan to make the most of our time and give us the best experience possible, even working around weather changes, which I don’t think all tour operators would go out of their way to do - so I think this is a really special trip to experience.

What a fantastic week. Dejan couldn't do enough for us and has such a deep passion for this beautiful island, it was a privilege to spend time with him and the small group of like-minded other travellers. The accommodation was comfortable with stunning views and the food was a particular highlight for me, both in what was prepared at home in our villa and in sampling the local dishes and wines in local restaurants. Other highlights included the hiking, sups and warm company of others. Thank you. It was wonderful.

Incredible adventure holiday on the lovely unspoilt island of Solta. You wont want to leave. Dejan was so passionate about his island and full of historical knowledge along with lots of laughter. All the activities were well organised and fun, the accommodation excellent and the food wonderful all hosted by Dejan and his family. 100% recommend this trip, dont miss out!

A perfect week of activities, socialising and good food. A great mix of hiking, kayaking, swimming and paddle boarding. Dejan was a excellent host who went above and beyond to ensure we all had a lovely holiday. Highlight was kayaking around the whole island by the end of the week.

Wonderful trip, pretty much a different activity every day and always visiting a different part of the island. Dejan was keeping an eye on the weather and moved things around to give us the best experience, even if it meant more logistics for him. Beautiful view from the accommodation and the food was always great. Lots of local food, with Peka (traditional Croatian dish) being the star of the evening meals. One thing I would add to the kit list is bring additional cash as some places take cash only, although there are ATM's if you run out.