New Ferry Line: Sail from Zadar to Premuda, Silba and Olib

A new ferry line from Zadar will take you to small, peaceful islands, ideal for a summer vacation. The TP Line catamaran now takes you from Zadar to Premuda, Silba and Olib. We also boarded the ferry at the city port in Zadar and disembarked on the island of Silba. Read how was our trip to Silba, but also what awaits you on Premuda and Olib, information on the timetable and other TP Line destinations.

• Our catamaran trip from Zadar to Silba
• What awaits you on Premuda and Olib?
• TP Line timetable for Premuda, Silba and Olib
• Other TP Line catamaran lines

Our catamaran trip from Zadar to Silba

On Sunday at 8:45 am we boarded the modern TP Line catamaran Kalelarga in Zadar’s city harbor. On the catamaran, we were greeted by comfortable seats and much-needed air conditioning. Along with the comfortable seats and air conditioning, we had a quick drink and a bite to eat at the bar during the trip. The trip was peaceful and relaxing, and we enjoyed the view of the sea waves.

We boarded a comfortable TP Line catamaran for the island of Silba. Source: Barbara Boltiš

We had to stop briefly at the port of Premuda, which is surrounded by turquoise sea, to reach Silba. After 1 hour and 45 minutes, it was time for us to disembark on Silba. Silba is one of the Croatian islands without cars, so instead of the noise of cars, you can hear crickets and the sound of waves at every turn.

It’s small enough, at 15 square kilometers, that you can explore it on foot. That’s what we did. Our first stop was the Toreta tower, built by sailor Petar Marinić in the 18th century as a symbol of his unrequited love. We climbed to the top of the tower, which offers a beautiful view of the island and the sea.

Toreta Tower and a view of the small streets of the island of Silba. Source: Barbara Boltiš

Then we headed through the narrow streets to the most beautiful beach on the island – Šotorišće. Although the shore is covered with rocks and stones, the seabed is filled with sand. The beach is ideal for kids, but also for exploring the underwater world. During the summer months, there is also a bar open on the beach.

The colorful path to the beach and the turquoise sea of ​​Šotorišće beach. Source: Barbara Boltiš

Since Silba is very small, its “center” consists of 2-3 catering establishments. We caught our eye at a coffee bar that serves ice cream sundaes. After our adventure on the island, we headed back to the port in Silba.

Along with the “center” of Silba, the port in Silba is where the most people gather. People sit in cafes, enjoying their coffee with a view of the waves. Our TP Line catamaran arrived on the waves and took us back to Zadar, which ended our adventure.

What awaits you on Premuda and Olib?

In addition to Silba, you can sail to Premuda and Olib by TP Line catamaran. Premuda is a paradise for diving, and its cave “Cathedral” is especially popular. In addition, the seabed around Premuda is rich in shipwrecks. There is no mass tourism on Premuda, the island is ideal for a peaceful vacation and enjoyment of natural beauty.

Olib is located a little further from Premuda and Silba, more than a 2-hour ride by TP Line catamaran from Zadar. Like Silba, Olib is one of the Croatian islands where there are no cars. On Olib you will be greeted by sandy beaches with turquoise waters, the most famous of which is Slatinica. Sandy beaches with shallow waters on Olib are a great option for a holiday with children.

Slatinica beach on Olib, which you can reach by TP Line catamaran from Zadar. Source: iStock

TP Line timetable for Premuda, Silba and Olib

TP Line catamaran from Zadar to Premuda, Silba and Olib from 1st of May to 26th of June sails every day. On Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays the departure is at 2 pm from the city port in Zadar. On Wednesdays you can board at 11:00 am, and on Fridays at 5 pm. TP Line’s timetable for Sunday has two departures from Zadar – at 8:45 am and 6:30 pm.

Boarding the TP Line catamaran on the island of Silba. Source: Barbara Boltiš

While the TP Line catamaran trip to Premuda takes 1 hour and 20 minutes, it will take you 1 hour and 45 minutes to reach Silba, and 2 hours and 10 minutes to reach Olib. Since there are two departures on Sundays, you will be able to plan a short trip from Zadar to Premuda, Silba, or Olib.

Other TP Line catamaran lines

In addition to Zadar to Premuda, Silba and Olib, TP Line catamarans also sail to other Croatian islands.

Summer departures from Split every day:

• Brač
• Hvar
• Korčula
• Dubrovnik

Summer departures from Dubrovnik every day:

• Korčula
• Hvar
• Šipan
• Mljet
• Lastovo
• Brač
• Split

Book a ticket for the TP Line catamaran to Premuda, Silba or Olib

Are you planning a short trip or a longer vacation in a quiet place near Zadar? Book your tickets for the TP Line catamaran to Premuda, Silba or Olib using the Ferryscanner search engine. Ferryscanner guarantees you the same ticket prices as with ferry operators. If you want to book your ticket on the go, you can also download the Ferryscanner app in English.