11 Hvar Speedboat Tours Worth Booking

1.Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 890 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $120 a head Our pick

Set out from Hvar at 10:15 a.m. with a skipper and up to 12 people for a fast-paced day across the Adriatic. You’ll visit Budikovac, the Green Cave, Blue Cave, Stiniva Cove, and a seaside lunch stop. Guides such as Antonia, Ivan, Dario, and Antonio have been praised for keeping the day friendly and flexible.

“Great speed boat, small group of people, fantastic skipper and a sailor and most amazing treasures that we saw! Breathtaking scenery!”

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2.Blue and Green Cave Speedboat Excursion from Hvar Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $119 a head Best value

From Hvar Town, a small speedboat takes you to the Blue Cave, Stiniva Cove, Green Cave, Budikovac, and the Pakleni Islands. You get swimming time, snorkeling gear, bottled water, and an English-speaking guide. Crews have included Captain Peter, skipper Ivo, and assistant Lucia. Cave admission and food cost extra.

“Both boys on the tour were very good and showed us parts of the islands we would never have seen. A great day for all of us on the boat.”

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3.Blue and Green Cave private speed boat tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $845 for the boat, seats 12

Charter a private speedboat from Hvar for about six hours with a skipper such as Daniel, Antonio, or Philip. Swim in the Green Cave, visit Stiniva Cove and the Blue Cave, then relax at Palmizana’s Laganini Beach Club. Snorkel gear, soft drinks, life jackets, music, and travel insurance are included. Cave fees and lunch cost extra.

“Our Driver Daniel! He was awesome and showed us several caves and areas. The blue cave was incredible and we had the perfect weather and calmness.”

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4.Private Custom Island Hopping Speedboat Tour from Hvar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $1,646 for the boat, seats 12

You’ll cruise from Hvar with a private skipper and up to 11 companions, visiting the Green Cave, Budikovac, Blue Cave, Stiniva Cove, and the Pakleni Islands. The route can change to suit your group. Ask about Dario and Antonio, praised for their relaxed service, Croatian music, fruit, and local tips.

“Fabulous!!!! The boat was clean and super comfortable, stocked with waters sudas and fresh fruit. Our captain and skipper, Dario and Antonio were wonderful —relaxed capable fun and helpful! They played us Croatian music and shared about their lives on Hvar. They took us to great swimming spots, the red cliffs and a quaint wine tasting place with great appetizers and an underwater wine cave, then a fabulous seaside lunch before a final swimming stop. We stayed all around Hvar and that was plenty for us. They even did a pick up and drop off in Stari Grad for an extra 100 euros, which we appreciated. Great day!!! Thank you!”

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5.Colnago 45 – Luxury Private Speedboat Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $2,264 for the boat, seats 12

Set out from Hvar on the Colnago 45 with a private crew, including Antonia and Dario when available. Spend 4 to 8 hours visiting the Blue Cave, Vis, Stiniva Cove, and Pakleni Islands. Snorkel with provided gear, use the onboard toilet and shower, and shape the day around your group.

“What a beautiful & memorable boating day we had with Antonia & Dario!! Not only were they so engaging & friendly they were very knowledgeable about Croatia. They were determined to make our day very special. We feel very lucky to have connected with them & highly recommend them.”

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6.Hvar Delight: Private Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $781 for the boat, seats 7

Spend five to six hours with your own group of up to seven on Hvar’s coast. Your skipper, Tonci, takes you to Red Rocks, quiet bays, Mlini Beach, Taršće Bay, and Palmižana for lunch. Snorkeling gear and fuel are included, while lunch is paid separately.

“The trip was great all around. The skipper made sure we saw and did everything we wanted to do from snorkeling to finding good spots to stop and have lunch.”

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7.Mesmerizing Hvar speed boat tour with optional wine tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $660 for the boat, seats 12

Set out from Hvar at 10:30 a.m. with a private captain, often Dujo, for a six-hour RIB tour along the island’s south coast. You’ll visit Green Lagoon, Dubovica Beach, and the Red Rocks, with time to swim and snorkel before tasting local wine and specialties at Sveta Nedjelja’s unusual cellar beneath the sea.

“Great tour, lovely locations and friendly captain. No soft drinks provided other than water; masks provided but no snorkel due to covid rules ( would have been good to know in advance so we could have brought some ! )”

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8.Private Speed Boat Tour of Hvar South Shore & Pakleni islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 5 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $421 for the boat, seats 10

Set out from Hvar with a private captain such as Nicolai, Nicholai, or Johnny Marino for 5 to 8 hours along the island’s south shore and Pakleni islands. Swim at Red Rocks, relax at Dubovica, stop for lunch at Palmizana, and visit Mlini Beach. Your group of up to 10 travels together, with pickup available.

“Awesome experience! We had a private booking for the four of us. We cruised around and went to several beautiful beaches and bays. Our captain Nicolai was very accommodating and catered our trip to our requests. Would highly recommend”

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9.Private Red Rocks and Pakleni Islands beach hopping speedboat tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $1,537 for the boat, seats 12

Set out from Hvar at 10:00 a.m. on a private speedboat for up to 12 people. Your route includes Dubovica, the Red Rocks, Zarace, Palmizana, and Mlini, with time for swimming, snorkeling, cliff jumping, and lunch by the sea. The crew may include Ivana, Ivan, Antonio, or another skipper from Kabina Boats.

“The trip was amazing and the boat perfect for our group. The stops were worthwhile and timing was perfect. Thanks Ivana and Ivan for everything.”

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10.Blue cave tour with speed boat from town Hvar

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $215 a head

Meet Big Blue Tours in Hvar and spend about eight hours by speedboat visiting Budikovac, the Green Cave, Stiniva Cove, Bisevo’s Blue Cave, and the Pakleni Islands. With up to 12 people, drinks, and snorkeling gear provided, Teddy and the crew keep the day personal and easygoing.

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11.Private Speed Boat Tour to Blue Cave & Pakleni islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $968 for the boat, seats 10

Leave Hvar at 10 a.m. with a local skipper for a 5 to 8-hour private speedboat trip to Vis and the Pakleni islands. Swim at Green Cave, visit Stiniva Cove and Blue Cave, choose an extra Vis stop, and finish at Palmizana and Mlini Beach. Snorkeling gear, water, and an icebox are included.

“Great time. Driver was very knowledgeable and friendly. Thought the boat would be a bit bigger but it worked out fine.”

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