Best Island Hopping by Speedboat in Croatia — Our Top 15

1.Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,406 reviews · 5 hours · from $70 a head Our pick

Spend five hours on a small speedboat from Split with an English-speaking guide and up to 12 people. Stop at Borkko Beach Bar on Čiovo, swim and snorkel in Blue Lagoon Bay, then explore UNESCO-listed Trogir. Guides such as Linda, Simon, Paško, Luka, and Ivan keep the ride social, safe, and lightly informative.

“I had a great experience with Booker.Hr. Our guides Luka and Gabriel made the entire journey fun and enjoyable, and made sure everyone was comfortable. We visited beautiful islands — crystal-clear water, great swimming stops, and plenty of time to explore each island. The music on board added to the vibe, and the boat itself was clean and spacious.”

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2.Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Small-Group Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,932 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84 a head Top rated

Set out from Split on a small speedboat with up to 12 people, stopping in Trogir, Krknjaši Bay, and Maslinica on Šolta. You get a fast, splashy ride, about an hour at each stop, snorkeling gear, Wi-Fi, and crew guidance. Guides such as Grgo, Blaž, Božo, and Karlo have earned praise for safety and local insight.

“Fun day, self guided fun at each stop. Priced right for the service. Karlo and Zobe were good drivers.”

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3.Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands – Premium Speedboat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,018 reviews · 5 hours · from $70 a head

Ride from Split to Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, and Labadusa Beach on a premium speedboat with an English-speaking skipper. Expect fast sea crossings, one hour in each main stop, snorkeling gear, water, wind jackets, and a lively crew such as Ivan, Lana, Flavio, or Pjero. It suits active visitors who want history, swimming, and a relaxed boat atmosphere in one half-day.

“we booked this boat trip last minute and it turned out to be one of the best decisions of our trip. duje and marija were so kind and flexible, they adjusted the itinerary based on the weather and when the sun was going to set which we really appreciated. the boat itself was great, plus we got a glass of wine, beautiful views, and fun company from the other guests. we got to stop and explore a bit at each location, and marija shared some interesting bits of local history along the way. definitely well worth the price and would 100% recommend.”

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4.Three Islands Half-Day Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 804 reviews · 5 hours · from $67 a head

From Trogir’s Kamerlengo Castle, you’ll ride a small speedboat to the Blue Lagoon, Maslinica on Šolta, and Duga Bay on Čiovo. Expect about an hour at each stop, with snorkeling gear, water, safety equipment, and windproof jackets included. Skippers such as Petar, Ivan, and Lujo provide friendly commentary in English or Croatian.

“Our speed boat tour was a great experience, thanks in large part to our skipper, Petar. He was a skilled and safe driver, and his welcoming demeanor and sense of humor made the day really enjoyable. We visited several beautiful places, including the Blue Lagoon, Maslinica on Šolta, and Duga bay on Čiovo. We especially enjoyed the first two stops. We also appreciated being able to borrow snorkeling gear to see the marine life. It was a fantastic day on the water.”

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5.Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Small Group Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 780 reviews · 5h 30m · from $88 a head

Spend 5.5 hours on a fast, open-air boat from Split, stopping in historic Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, and Maslinica on Šolta. An English-speaking host and captain handle safety and local pointers, while you explore independently. Expect swimming, snorkeling, cafés, rocky beaches, and a fun ride for about 12 people per boat.

“Nice to go around the islands, crew was really cool. But maybe should swap to more exotic islands to visit. Solta has nothing special.. and trogir is more like a city tour.”

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6.Split/Trogir: Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 768 reviews · 3 - 5 hours · from $65 a head

Ride a fast, open-deck boat from Split to UNESCO-listed Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, and Maslinica. You get snorkeling gear, wind jackets, and an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Antonio, Christian, and Karlos have earned warm praise, while the small-group format keeps the day personal.

“Our hosts were friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time!”

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7.Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 438 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $72 a head

Spend about five hours racing from Split to Čiovo, Krknjasi Bay, and Trogir in a small speedboat capped at 12 people. You will swim, use provided goggles, stop at a lively beach bar, and explore Trogir. Guides including Simon, Domagoj, Bepo, and Luka have been praised for friendly service, though boat comfort and driving standards can vary.

“A perfect combination of seeing the islands, swimming and history! The staff was fun and made sure we were safe!”

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8.Half Day Speedboat Tour to Three Islands from Trogir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $72 a head

Set out from Trogir with a maximum of 11 people for a five-hour speedboat trip to Blue Lagoon, Maslinica on Šolta, and Duga Bay on Čiovo. Your captain, often Peter, Marko, Marco, Lujo, or Petar, provides water, snorkeling gear, safety equipment, and windproof jackets. Choose a morning or afternoon departure, with pickup from several nearby piers.

“This tour was a perfect ending to our trip to Croatia. Visiting three places in one day was very nice and we had enough time to swim in two places. And some chill time eating gelato between the swims. Sadly we didn’t have any sun when we were at blue lagoon but still it was so nice! The crystal clear water was perfect and you could spot a lot of different fishes there. Luckyly sun came out when we were in Solta island and it was just a perfect ending to the tour! Also as a plus size girlie I felt really comfortable and the skipper was really nice and…”

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9.Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands Speedboat Tour – Small group

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 390 reviews · 5 hours · from $94 a head

From Split, you’ll ride with an English-speaking guide and skipper to Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, and either Šolta or Labadusa Beach. Expect a lively small-group boat ride, swimming, snorkeling, music, and about one hour at each stop. Guides such as Roko, Ivan, Angela, and David are known for friendly service and flexible timing.

“Activity was so fun! Both of the boat drivers were incredible and so good at their job! Really enjoyed my day and the boat ride! Also the lady at the reception was so kind and went above and beyond - great company ☺️ (date 22/9)”

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10.Island Hopping Speedboat Adventure with Aperol Spritz

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 380 reviews · from $33 a head

Join a local skipper from Zadar’s Old Town for a four-hour speedboat trip to three island stops. Swim and snorkel in clear water, walk through a small village, and enjoy two Aperol Spritz plus unlimited water. The boat carries up to 12 people and may include a friendly skipper’s dog.

“The skipper and his dog Vicky were very friendly! The places we stopped at were wonderful and we truly enjoyed it! Make sure to bring a dry bag to store your valuables because you will get splashed by the waves if you sit at the back of the boat.”

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11.Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 263 reviews · 5 hours · from $64 a head

From Trogir’s Kamerlengo Castle, Leo Tours takes you by speedboat to the Blue Lagoon, Maslinica on Šolta, and Duga Bay near Čiovo. Expect swimming, snorkeling, beach time, and a short village visit. Lubo, Karmen, or another English-speaking crew member may guide the trip. Bring water shoes, sunscreen, and cash.

“What a lovely day. Beautiful scenery, new places, great people.”

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12.3 Islands Speedboat Tour with Drinks and Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 244 reviews · 4 hours · from $49 a head

Set out from Zadar with an English-speaking guide such as Dino, David, Davide, or Stella, depending on the day. This four-hour speedboat trip combines three swimming stops with free time on Ošljak and in Preko. Snorkeling gear, life vests, water, and drinks are provided, though there is no toilet or food on board.

“The boat trip was one of the highlights of our holiday. The boat was great fun and it was a group of 7, so we shared our trip with 3 other lovely people. The skipper was relaxed and knowledgeable and we could decide how long we stayed at each spot. The three stops were all really good, with loads of time to swim snorkel and sun bathe. Our trip started at 4pm which was perfect as the sun was going down on our return which was beautiful. My 15 and 14 year olds loved it, as did their non swimming Dad ! The three we shared the trip with were…”

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13.Split/Trogir: Blue lagoon and 3 islands speedboat tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 205 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $60 a head

Spend about five hours racing from Split or Trogir to the stone streets of Trogir, the rocky swimming waters of Blue Lagoon, and the fishing village of Maslinica. Snorkel gear and safety equipment are included, though boat style, guide quality, shade, and gear availability can vary. Guides have included Branko, Ivana, Jacob, and Mario.

“The boat tour was so much fun! The captains were great guides and chose amazing places to stop. They made the experience truly memorable!!”

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14.3 Islands Speedboat Tour: Golden Horn, Blue Lagoon & Jelsa

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 117 reviews · 5 hours · from $94 a head

Join a small group of up to 10 or 12 for a fast, scenic cruise from Makarska to Brač, Zečevo, and Jelsa. You get three swim stops, snorkeling gear, bottled water, and free time at Zlatni Rat and Jelsa. Guide Marco has earned praise for friendly service, though Zlatni Rat can be very crowded in summer.

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15.Half-Day Elafiti Islands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $545 for the boat, seats 6

You’ll spend four hours on a private speedboat from Dubrovnik’s Old Town, visiting Lopud, Sipan, and the Kalamota Sea View area. Your skipper can adjust the route, and the boat includes snorkeling gear, bottled water, drinks, Wi-Fi, a JBL speaker, and an underwater camera. Lunch is not included.

“Fabulous day, great fun and well organised, group of 6 ladies had a wonderful day out . Plenty of drinks and the skipper was great just book . Pick up and drop off propt”

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