Split: Private Blue Lagoon 3 islands with speed boat

Blue Lagoon is the star here, but the real pleasure is having a private boat for up to five people and enough time to swim, snorkel, and relax without racing from stop to stop. You also get a useful slice of Dalmatian culture in Trogir and a quieter island stop at Šolta.

I like the new, clean boat with sun cover, fresh-water shower, snorkeling gear, and a coolbox for your drinks. I also like the easygoing setup with Captain Vedran, who is described as polite, kind, and happy to adapt the day to the group. The main thing to check is the timing: the tour is advertised as eight hours, but the listed schedule runs from 9 a.m. to about 2 p.m., so confirm the exact departure and return time before booking.

Key points at a glance

• Three very different stops: Walk through historic Trogir, swim at Blue Lagoon, then snorkel near the Kontesa shipwreck at Nečujam.
• Private group value: The $647 price covers up to five people, making the cost easier to justify when shared with family or friends.
• Long Blue Lagoon stop: You get about three hours for swimming, snorkeling, a cocktail, and time on the water.
• Modern speedboat comforts: Expect a sun deck, shade, coolbox, Bluetooth music, wind jackets, bottled water, and a fresh-water shower.
• Flexible private outing: The route can be adjusted for a private group, subject to weather and practical conditions.
• Bring the basics: Pack a beach towel, warm clothing, cash for lunch and souvenirs, and anything you want to drink.

Setting off from Split’s Riva

Your meeting point is in front of St. Francis Church, or Sveti Frane, at Trg Franje Tuđmana 1. This is at the western end of Split’s main Riva promenade, with the listed starting point also identified as Trg Franje Tuđmana 2. Arrive early enough to find the church and meet the crew without turning the first part of your day into a hurried search.

The boat leaves Split at 9 a.m. according to the tour details. You spend the first part of the morning on a speedboat ride toward Trogir, listed as about 30 minutes. That ride is part of the fun, but a speedboat can be lively on the water. The tour is specifically not recommended for people with back problems or for pregnant women, and it is not suitable for wheelchair users.

The boat has a sun deck, plus sun-cover protection. That matters on a long summer outing, since you can choose between open views and a break from direct sun. Wind jackets are provided, but warm clothing is still recommended. Adriatic weather can feel cool when the boat is moving, even on a sunny day.

Trogir: a smart first stop before the swimming

Trogir is a fine way to begin because it gives you history before the day turns fully toward beaches and water. The old town has a high concentration of palaces, churches, and towers, along with a fortress on a small island. UNESCO listed Trogir as a World Heritage site in 1997.

You have about 1.5 hours here for coffee, walking, and sightseeing. That is enough for a pleasant introduction, not a full historical tour. You can get your bearings, look around the compact old center, and enjoy a drink before returning to the boat.

I like this stop because it breaks up the day. Three island and swimming stops can begin to feel repetitive, while Trogir gives you architecture and town life. It also makes the outing more than a simple beach transfer.

The tradeoff is that the visit is self-guided. A driver and guide are included, with English listed as the tour language, but no detailed walking tour is specified. If you want to understand every church, palace, and fortification, you will need to explore independently or ask your guide for suggestions.

Blue Lagoon on Drvenik Veli

After roughly 20 minutes by speedboat, you reach Blue Lagoon on Drvenik Veli. This is the main swimming stop and the place most likely to define your day. The water is described as crystal clear, with a turquoise blue-green color, and the planned stay is about three hours.

That long stop is a real advantage. You are not forced into a quick swim, hurried photos, and an immediate call back to the boat. You can swim, use the provided snorkeling equipment, relax under the sun shade, and enjoy a cocktail. The tour description also refers to Blue Lagoon as one of Croatia’s most beautiful beaches, though the exact feel of the stop will depend on the day’s weather and how busy the bay is.

The water is the attraction, so bring a towel and wear swimwear under your clothes if that makes changing easier. Towels are not included. A fresh-water shower on the boat lets you rinse off salt after swimming, which is especially useful before the later ride.

The boat carries bottled water, and its fridge or coolbox gives you a place for your own drinks. You can also use the Bluetooth stereo system to play music. That will suit a group of friends who want a relaxed, social day, but it may be less appealing if you prefer a quiet boat ride. Since the boat is private, you have more control over the mood than you would on a large shared excursion.

Šolta and the Kontesa shipwreck at Nečujam

Around midday, the route continues to Šolta, described as the green island, with a roughly 20-minute boat ride from Blue Lagoon. The stop is Nečujam, a calm bay where you can snorkel around the sunken Kontesa shipwreck.

This is a different kind of water stop. Blue Lagoon is about clear color and open swimming time, while Nečujam offers a specific point of interest beneath the surface. The shipwreck gives you something to look for while snorkeling, and the calmer bay may feel more sheltered than the open ride between islands.

You get about 1.5 hours here for swimming and snorkeling. That is long enough to enjoy the water without making the wreck the entire focus of the day. Snorkeling equipment is included, which saves you from bringing your own mask and fins, though you should still bring a towel and any personal swim gear you prefer.

The tour information does not give the wreck’s size, depth, or condition, so you should not book this expecting a full wreck exploration. Think of it as a casual snorkeling stop with a shipwreck as the main feature. Conditions under the water can change with visibility, weather, and boat traffic.

The ride back to Split

The return to Split is listed as about 30 minutes. You finish at the same meeting point near St. Francis Church on the Riva, which is convenient if you are staying in central Split or want to continue exploring the waterfront afterward.

The schedule needs a careful look here. The experience is described as lasting eight hours, but the stated departure is 9 a.m. and the stated return is around 2 p.m. The stop times and boat rides add up to close to a full day, so the information is not perfectly consistent. Ask the provider to confirm the actual departure and return times before you pay, especially if you have a dinner reservation, ferry, airport transfer, or another tour planned.

The route can be flexible for private groups. That gives Captain Vedran room to adjust the day, but flexibility is not the same as a guarantee of extra time at every stop. Weather, sea conditions, and operating needs can affect the route.

Captain Vedran and the private-boat feel

The strongest personal detail connected with this trip is Captain Vedran. Feedback about him consistently describes a friendly, polite host who is attentive to the group and willing to do what guests ask. That matters on a private boat because the captain helps shape the pace and mood of the day.

You are not simply being delivered from one location to another. You can ask about the stops, request help with the snorkeling equipment, and discuss how you want to use your free time. Still, the exact degree of customization is not specified, so treat the itinerary as a flexible framework rather than a completely open-ended charter.

The boat itself is repeatedly described as beautiful, new, clean, and modern. Those details have practical value. A clean boat, working shade, a fridge, and a fresh-water shower make a long day on the sea far more comfortable than a bare transfer boat.

The Bluetooth stereo is a nice extra for a group of friends. You can bring your own party drinks and music, but remember that alcohol and speedboat travel require good judgment. The boat provides bottled water, and you should bring cash for any lunch or souvenirs during the day.

What the $647 group price really means

At $647 per group of up to five, this is not a budget excursion for a solo visitor. For five people, the cost works out to about $129 per person. For four, it is about $162 per person, and for two, about $324 per person.

That makes the group size the key value question. If you have five friends or family members who want a private day, the price can be reasonable for a full-speedboat charter with a guide, fuel-related operating costs included through the tour price, snorkeling gear, water, insurance, and onboard comforts. You also avoid sharing the boat with a large group and gain some say over the pace.

For one or two people, the same price feels much harder to justify unless privacy is your top priority. A shared excursion would usually be the natural comparison, though the information provided here does not give a shared-tour price. I would book this mainly for a small group that values space, music, flexibility, and a more personal day.

Lunch is not included. You will need cash for food and souvenirs, and the tour does not specify where lunch happens. Ask what food options are available during the route if eating at a set time matters to you. Bottled water is included, but bring any additional drinks you want in the boat’s coolbox.

Who will enjoy this day most

This trip fits a group of friends, a family with older children who can handle a speedboat, or a couple willing to pay for privacy. It suits people who want several kinds of scenery in one day: a historic town, a famous swimming bay, and a snorkeling site with a shipwreck.

You should be comfortable with a fast boat, repeated boarding and swimming, and spending much of the day outdoors. The tour is not recommended for people with back problems or pregnant women, and it is not suitable for wheelchair users.

It is less ideal if your priority is a detailed guided history tour, a quiet sailing experience, or a guaranteed lunch stop. Trogir is self-guided, the music system encourages a social mood, and the schedule needs confirmation because the stated duration and return time do not match perfectly.

Weather, cancellations, and what to pack

Bad weather can cancel the trip. If that happens, you are offered an alternative date or a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option keeps your money out of the booking until later.

Pack a beach towel, warm clothing, swimwear, sun protection, and cash. The supplied information specifically recommends warm clothes, which is sensible for the moving boat even during a hot summer day. Bring your own lunch money and souvenirs budget, since neither lunch nor towels is included.

Snorkeling equipment, wind jackets, bottled water, insurance, a fresh-water shower, sun shade, and boat music are included. These inclusions reduce the small expenses and packing problems that can add up on an island day.

Should you book this Split speedboat tour?

Book it if you can fill most of the five available places and want a private day that mixes swimming with a little culture. The combination of Trogir, Blue Lagoon, and the Kontesa wreck gives the outing enough variety, while the modern boat and Captain Vedran’s attentive hosting add comfort and a personal touch.

I would hesitate if you are traveling alone, need wheelchair access, have back problems, or want a precisely timed eight-hour itinerary. Before booking, confirm the real departure and return times, ask about lunch arrangements, and make sure everyone in your group is happy with a speedboat rather than a slower cruise.

For the right small group, this is a strong full-day choice from Split. You get long water stops, three distinct locations, useful onboard equipment, and the freedom of a private boat without having to organize the route yourself.

FAQ

Where does the tour start and finish?

It starts and ends near St. Francis Church, or Sveti Frane, at the western end of Split’s Riva. The meeting address is Trg Franje Tuđmana 1, with the starting location also listed as Trg Franje Tuđmana 2.

How long does the tour last?

The activity is advertised as eight hours. The listed departure is 9 a.m., while the schedule also states an arrival back in Split around 2 p.m. Because those details do not fully match, confirm the exact timing before booking.

Which places does the boat visit?

The route includes Trogir, Blue Lagoon on Drvenik Veli, and Nečujam on Šolta, where you can snorkel near the Kontesa shipwreck.

Is the boat private?

Yes. This is a private-group experience for up to five people.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Use of snorkeling equipment is included, along with bottled water, wind jackets, insurance, a fresh-water shower, Bluetooth music, a fridge for beverages, and sun shade.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included. Bring cash for lunch and souvenirs, and bring your own beach towel.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If the tour is canceled because of poor weather, you can choose an alternative date or receive a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.