Plaža Borak
Plaža Borak is a gravel-and-rock beach just steps from Bol's famous Zlatni Rat, praised for its stunningly clear water and lovely views. It's well-equipped with around 40 rented umbrellas and loungers and has code-access restrooms, but no on-beach bar or restaurant service. Reviewers enjoy snorkeling and available kayaking and windsurfing, though some find it crowded with sunbeds and the seabed rocky.
- Best time:
- Late spring to early summer for a calmer scene; arrive early in the morning in peak season (August) to secure a front-row umbrella before they sell out, and swim earlier in the day when the water is calmer.
- Who it's for:
- Snorkelers and swimmers who want crystal-clear water and easy access near Zlatni Rat, and don't mind a rocky/gravel shore.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- mixed
“A well-equipped gravel beach”
- Water quality
- excellent
“The water is so clear and the colors… wow”
- Restaurant
- no
“there is no bar or restaurant offering beach services”
- Toilets
- yes
“There are restrooms that can be used with a code provided by the staff”
- Sunbeds
- yes
“approximately 40 umbrellas... umbrella and lounger cost €20”
- Snorkeling
- yes
“Nice for snorkeling. You can see: Starfish, Groupers, Octopus”
- Cleanliness
- clean
“it is maintained well”
- Crowd level
- not crowded
“Lovely place, not crowded”
- Water sports
- kayaking, windsurfing
“There are activities to do like kayaking or windsurfing”
Good to know
- Rough water later in the day / high tide — “Be careful when the tide is high”
- Large rocks in the sea — “I don't like that it has big rocks in the sea”
Pros
- +Exceptionally clear, spectacular water
- +Beautiful views and easy access near Zlatni Rat
- +Good for snorkeling with visible marine life
- +Well-maintained with umbrellas and loungers
- +Often not overly crowded
- +Kayaking and windsurfing available
Cons
- −Rocky seabed and rough pebbles underfoot
- −Too many sunbeds leave little free space
- −No bar or restaurant offering beach service
- −Water can get rough later in the day / at high tide
- −Some reports of unfriendly staff
FAQ
- Is Plaža Borak sandy?
- No, it's a gravel beach with rocky sections, and reviewers note big rocks in the sea and rough pebbles.
- How much do sunbeds cost?
- In late August, an umbrella with one lounger was reported at around €20, with a second lounger bringing it to about €40, payable by card.
- Are there toilets?
- Yes, there are restrooms accessible with a code provided by staff.
- Can I snorkel there?
- Yes, snorkelers report seeing starfish, groupers, octopus and scorpionfish.
- Is there a bar or restaurant on the beach?
- There's no beach bar or restaurant service on site, though one review mentions a bar nearby.
Location
Put Zlatnog Rata, 21420, Bol, Croatia
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