Our Crew
Named after our father Boris — "Boka" to everyone who knows him. A family from Hvar, on the water since before most of our guests were born.
The family behind every booking, every boat, and every message you send us.
FounderCaptain & Founder · b. 1956
Born in Maribor, raised between Zagreb, Split, and Brač. Came to Hvar for a government job, met our mother, fell in love with the island, and never left. His father passed down a love for Hajduk Split — Boris still makes the trip to Poljud whenever he can.
In 1987 he started Boka Boats with three pasaras and a hand-painted sign. Served in the Croatian Navy during the Homeland War, then came straight back to the boats. Vice-president of JK Zvir sailing club. You'll find him at the marina most mornings — checking engines, greeting guests, and making sure everything runs the way it should.
“Our promise was simple: treat every guest like family. I'm still here every morning, making sure we keep that promise.”— Boris
Mentioned in 23 reviews
“I cannot recommend enough booking with Boka Boats (partners of Hvar Boats). We had a fabulous experience with Boka Boats from the first interaction with them when exploring differeng companies, to...”Jennifer MannierGoogle
Operations, Tech & Skipper · b. 1985
Started sailing in 4th grade at JK Zvir in the Optimist class, competing in regattas across Croatia. Still sails his own sailboat and is active in the club — he organises the EurILCA Europa Cup Croatia every winter in Hvar. Grew up helping Boris rent pasaras, then skippering tours as a teenager. Computer science degree, but the sea always won. Built this website, handles your emails and WhatsApps, and still skippers when the season gets busy. Inherited the Hajduk Split passion from Boris and granddad.
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“I would definitely hire a boat from Hvar boats riva again. Dario was super helpful with organising the boat for us, giving advice on where to go and where to avoid. Could not recommended these guys...”Arthur SGoogle
Bookings & Guest Relations · b. 1991
Graphic designer by training, sea person by nature. Handles all bookings and guest communication — if you've messaged us, you've probably spoken to her. She goes on boat tours herself, so when she recommends a bay or a route, she's speaking from personal experience. Makes sure the whole operation looks and feels as good as it runs.
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“It was a wonderful day on the sea. Viktorija was very helpful and tour was excellent!”Ante RavlićGoogle
Fleet & Private Tours · b. 1989
Joined the family with a passion for motorcycles and a mechanic's feel for engines. The sea converted him. Now he's one of our most requested skippers on private tours and the person who maintains every boat in the fleet. If something has an engine, Jan knows how it works — and how to keep it running perfectly.
Mentioned in 16 reviews
“We cannot recommend Boka Boats by HvarBoats highly enough after our absolutely fantastic day on the water with their Betina 500 Open. From the moment we first inquired about rental options to the...”ThreeSixtyMagazine SlovenijaGoogle
Hvar locals we know personally — many are longtime friends.
Skipper · The calm one who finds the best spots
A Hvar local with the kind of island knowledge that only comes from growing up here. Guests consistently describe him as relaxed, professional, and genuinely warm — never in a rush, always finding the spot that's worth finding.
Mentioned in 17 reviews
“I cannot recommend enough booking with Boka Boats (partners of Hvar Boats). We had a fabulous experience with Boka Boats from the first interaction with them when exploring differeng companies, to...”Jennifer MannierGoogle
Skipper · Knowledgeable, flexible, and genuinely fun
Our newest skipper — and already one of the most requested. Guests describe him as knowledgeable, warm and genuinely fun, tailoring the whole day around them rather than running a fixed route. Especially good with families and young kids, and always up for finding one more hidden cove.
Mentioned in 7 reviews
“We booked a full day private tour with Boka Boats for our family of four with two young girls aged 6 and 8 and it was one of the best days of our entire Croatia trip. Our skipper Dominik was...”Nick VitielloGoogle
Skipper · Guide · DJ · Diver
Hvar local, JK Zvir sailor, and — quietly — one of the island's better-known rap artists. On the water he's somehow all of these things at once: skipper, guide, diver, DJ, and the kind of person guests write home about. He knows exactly when the popular spots are empty and will take you there first.
Mentioned in 26 reviews
“What an unforgettable memory! This is probably the best company on the island to rent a boat from. They are super fast at communicating and can sort you out even last minute so don’t hesitate to...”Kristia KGoogle
Skipper · Trained by Boris since high school
Matej's story starts with Boka. He came to us as a high school student — Boris taught him everything he knows about the sea, starting on the smallest pasara boats and working his way up. Punctual, friendly, and utterly unflappable.
Mentioned in 8 reviews
“We did the Red Rocks tour with Marte and had a very memorable day boating around Hvar. We stopped at various rock formations, coves, and even boated to a local restaurant on the water for lunch. My...”Kara NittiGoogle
All our skippers are Hvar locals we know personally — many are longtime friends. We've been on the water with every one of them. When we put someone on one of our boats with our guests, it's because we'd get on that boat with them ourselves.
“Boka started this with three small boats and a love for this island. We're just continuing what he built — and trying to do it justice.”
We're at the Hvar marina every day. Send us a message and let's plan your perfect day on the water — with the people who know it best.
