Split: Private Blue Lagoon 3 islands with speed boat

Blue Lagoon is the star of this private boat day from Split. You skim across the Adriatic to UNESCO-listed Trogir, swim in turquoise water off Drvenik Veli, and snorkel near a sunken ship by Šolta. The small-group setup lets you set the mood, play your own music, and adjust the pace with your captain.

I like the new, clean speedboat with a sun deck, shade, freshwater shower, coolbox, and Bluetooth stereo. I also like the generous swimming time, since three hours at Blue Lagoon gives you room to snorkel, relax, and enjoy a drink without watching the clock every few minutes.

The main consideration is comfort. A speedboat ride can be lively, and this trip is not recommended for people with back problems, pregnant women, or wheelchair users. Also check the exact schedule before booking: the tour is advertised as eight hours, while the supplied timetable runs from 9 a.m. to about 2 p.m.

Key points at a glance

• Private boat for up to five people: You share the speedboat only with your own group, not a large mixed crowd.
• Three very different stops: Pair Trogir’s stone monuments with Blue Lagoon swimming and Šolta’s calm shipwreck bay.
• Three hours at Blue Lagoon: This is the longest stop, with time for swimming, snorkeling, cocktails, and sun.
• Captain Vedran may be your host: Feedback names Vedran as a kind, polite captain who helps shape the day around your group.
• Useful boat extras included: Snorkeling gear, bottled water, wind jackets, shade, a freshwater shower, fridge, and Bluetooth music are provided.
• Bring a towel and lunch money: Towels and lunch are not included, and cash is recommended for food and souvenirs.

A private Adriatic day from Split

This is less a formal sightseeing cruise and more a flexible day on the water. You meet at Trg Franje Tuđmana, in front of St. Francis Church at the western end of Split’s Riva. From there, the speedboat takes you out toward Trogir, Drvenik Veli, and Šolta.

The private format matters. For a group of two to five friends or family members, you can decide how much time to spend swimming, when to turn up the music, and how relaxed the ride should feel. The itinerary gives a clear plan, but private tours can adjust their timing.

The boat is set up for a full day outside. You have a sun deck for stretching out, a sun cover for shade, a fridge for drinks, bottled water, wind jackets, and a freshwater shower. Snorkeling equipment is included, so you do not need to pack fins and masks unless you prefer using your own.

At the same time, this is a speedboat rather than a slow, shaded ferry. You should expect wind, spray, and movement on the ride between stops. Wear a swimsuit under light clothes, bring warm clothing for the boat, and use the supplied wind jacket if the ride feels cool.

Leaving Split for Trogir

The first ride takes about 30 minutes. The meeting point is easy to identify if you are already walking along the Riva: look for St. Francis Church, whose address is Trg Franje Tuđmana 1. The listed starting location is Trg Franje Tuđmana 2, so arrive a little early and plan to be at the church area on time.

Trogir is a strong first stop because it gives the day some cultural weight before the swimming begins. The compact town has an unusually high concentration of palaces, churches, towers, and old stone streets. A fortress sits on a small island nearby, adding to the town’s distinctive setting.

You get about 1.5 hours here for coffee, a walk, and sightseeing. That is enough to get your bearings and see the main sights, but not enough for a slow museum day. I would treat Trogir as a focused stroll rather than a full historical tour.

The short visit also keeps the day balanced. You are not spending the whole morning in town while the best swimming hours pass. Grab coffee if you like, walk through the old center, and save some energy for the water.

Blue Lagoon on Drvenik Veli

After roughly 20 minutes by boat, you reach Blue Lagoon near the island of Drvenik Veli. This is the heart of the outing, and the schedule gives you about three hours here, much longer than at either of the other stops.

The water is known for its clear turquoise and blue-green color. Conditions vary with weather, light, and boat traffic, but the bay is chosen for swimming and snorkeling. You can use the included gear to look below the surface, then climb back aboard for a drink, music, or time on the sun deck.

The long stop is a real advantage. Many island cruises offer a quick swim and then hurry away. Here, you have time to settle in. You can swim first, snorkel later, and still have time to sit in the shade. If your group has mixed interests, one person can relax on the boat while another spends more time in the water.

The tour description mentions a cocktail stop, but lunch is not included. Plan to buy food separately if you need a proper midday meal, and bring cash for lunch or souvenirs. Bottled water is included, but your own drinks can be stored in the boat’s coolbox.

Blue Lagoon can be busy, especially in the high summer season. A private boat gives you a more personal base than a large excursion vessel, but it does not give you the bay to yourself. The best part is having your own captain and space to retreat to when the swimming area feels crowded.

Šolta and the Kontesa shipwreck

Around midday, the boat continues to the island of Šolta. The stop is near Nečujam, a calm bay where you can snorkel around the sunken shipwreck of Kontesa.

This makes a useful contrast with Blue Lagoon. At the lagoon, the attraction is open water and bright color. At Nečujam, the focus shifts to a particular underwater sight. You get about 1.5 hours for swimming and snorkeling, which is enough to explore at an easy pace without turning the stop into a rushed photo opportunity.

The tour provides snorkeling equipment, but bring a beach towel of your own. Towels are specifically not included. You should also remember that underwater visibility depends on the day, and the experience is built around swimming near the wreck rather than a formal archaeological tour.

Nečujam’s calmer setting may suit you if you prefer a quieter swim after the more popular Blue Lagoon. The stop also gives the day a little variety. Instead of repeating the same beach experience three times, you see a historic town, a famous swimming bay, and an underwater wreck site.

What the speedboat adds

A speedboat is practical here because the stops are spread across the water. The listed rides take about 30 minutes from Split to Trogir, 20 minutes to Blue Lagoon, 20 minutes to Nečujam, and 30 minutes back to Split. Those are short enough to keep the day moving.

The ride itself is part of the fun. You feel the breeze, get wide views across the Adriatic, and avoid the slower pace of a large boat. The tradeoff is that the ride can be bumpy, especially if the sea is not calm. This is not the right choice if you need a very gentle boat journey.

The boat has a sun deck and sun cover protection, so you can choose between direct sun and shade. It also has a Bluetooth stereo system, letting your group play its own music. That detail came through strongly in the experience feedback, where the ability to play personal music helped make the boat feel private and informal.

You can bring your own party drinks, with the coolbox available for storage. Keep the mood sensible and secure anything loose before the boat accelerates. Bottled water is supplied, and the freshwater shower is useful after snorkeling.

The captain and private service

The captain is central to this experience. The name Vedran comes up in the feedback, with particular praise for his polite, kind manner and willingness to respond to the group’s requests. If Vedran is assigned to your departure, you can expect the captain to be more than someone who simply drives the boat. The tour is designed around direct contact with your group.

The guide language is English. A private group allows more conversation than you usually get on a large cruise, and the flexible itinerary means you can discuss the pace during the day. Still, remember that the published route is a useful framework. Weather, sea conditions, and local timing can affect the exact order or length of stops.

The boat itself receives the strongest praise. It is described as beautiful, modern, clean, and well equipped. Those details matter more on an eight-hour outing than they might on a short transfer. A cramped or poorly shaded boat can make a sunny day tiring, while a clean vessel with a fridge, shade, and shower gives you a comfortable place to return between swims.

Is $647 good value for five?

The listed price is $647 per group of up to five people, not per person. If five people share the boat, that works out to about $129 per person. For four people, it is about $162 each, and for two people, the per-person cost is much higher.

That price makes the most sense for a full group of friends or family. You are paying for a private speedboat, a captain and guide, fuel-related operating costs, equipment, and the freedom to avoid a large shared excursion. Bottled water, insurance, taxes, wind jackets, music, shade, and the boat’s fridge are included.

The value is less convincing for a couple unless privacy and flexibility are your top priorities. A shared cruise may cost less, but it will not offer the same control over music, pace, or onboard space. For five people who would otherwise book several separate seats, this becomes a more attractive way to spend the day.

Lunch and towels are extra. Add those costs before you book, and keep cash with you as advised. The tour also offers reserve now and pay later, which lets you hold the booking without paying at once.

Timing, comfort, and practical details

The tour is listed as lasting eight hours, with starting times confirmed during booking. The detailed schedule begins at 9 a.m. and returns around 2 p.m., which is closer to five hours of clock time. That difference is important, so I would confirm the departure and return time directly before you commit to other plans.

The stated itinerary includes 1.5 hours in Trogir, three hours at Blue Lagoon, and 1.5 hours at Nečujam, plus four boat rides. Those listed segments add up to roughly six hours, while the advertised duration says eight. Treat the schedule as a guide and verify the actual timing.

Bring:

• A beach towel
• Swimwear and sun protection
• Warm clothing for the boat ride
• Cash for lunch and souvenirs
• Any personal music or drinks you want to use

The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users and is not recommended for pregnant women or people with back problems. A speedboat’s movement can be demanding, even when the sea looks calm. If you are unsure about comfort, ask before booking.

Bad weather can cancel the trip. In that case, you receive the choice of another date or a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund under the stated policy.

Who will enjoy this boat day most?

I would choose this for a group that wants a social day on the water rather than a quiet, structured cruise. Friends can use the Bluetooth stereo, bring drinks, and spend a long stretch at Blue Lagoon. Families with older children may also appreciate the mix of town walking, swimming, and snorkeling.

It suits confident swimmers and people who enjoy speedboat rides. The snorkeling is a pleasant part of the day, but this is not presented as a specialist marine-life excursion or a guided wreck tour. You come for the water, scenery, flexibility, and relaxed private setting.

It is less suitable if you dislike fast boats, need step-free access, want a guaranteed full lunch, or prefer a detailed guided tour of every historic site. Trogir receives only about 1.5 hours, and the focus quickly shifts from architecture to swimming.

Should you book the Split Blue Lagoon tour?

Book it if you can fill most of the five seats and want a private mix of Trogir, Blue Lagoon, and Šolta in one day. The modern boat, flexible approach, long Blue Lagoon stop, included snorkeling gear, and captain Vedran’s praised hospitality give it strong appeal.

Before paying, confirm the real departure and return time because the stated eight-hour duration does not match the supplied 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. schedule. If the timing works for you, the group size is right, and everyone is comfortable on a speedboat, this is an efficient and enjoyable way to reach several Adriatic highlights from Split.

FAQ

Where does the tour start in Split?

The meeting point is in front of St. Francis Church, Sveti Frane, at Trg Franje Tuđmana 1, on the western end of Split’s Riva. The listed starting location is Trg Franje Tuđmana 2.

How long does the tour last?

The activity is advertised as eight hours, but the detailed schedule begins at 9 a.m. and returns at about 2 p.m. Confirm the exact timing when checking availability.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. The speedboat is for a private group of up to five people.

Which places does the tour visit?

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

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included, along with bottled water, wind jackets, insurance, a freshwater shower, Bluetooth music, a fridge, and sun shade.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included, so bring cash for food and souvenirs.

Should I bring a towel?

Yes. Towels are not included, and you are asked to bring your own beach towel.

Is the tour suitable for people with back problems or pregnant women?

No. The tour is not recommended for people with back problems or pregnant women. It is also not suitable for wheelchair users.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You are offered an alternative date or a full refund if the tour is canceled because of poor weather.