Private boat tour to Blue Lagoon & 4 Islands

The best part of this private boat day is the freedom to shape it around the sea. You can swim at Blue Lagoon, stop in quiet coves, look for the sunken boat at Nećujam, and ask your skipper to adjust the pace instead of following a fixed group schedule.

I like the personal service from Ivan and Ema, and I like the mix of famous water spots with smaller bays and a coastal view of Trogir. The main drawback is easy to miss: fuel is not included, so the advertised group price is not the final cost.

Key points at a glance

• Private boat for up to seven: Your group does not share the boat with strangers, and the day can be adjusted to suit your pace.
• Blue Lagoon plus quieter water stops: You get the area’s famous clear water along with Vela Rina, Nećujam, and other coves.
• A flexible stop is built in: You can choose one free stop, giving you room to linger where conditions and mood are best.
• Ivan and Ema handle the day: Ivan is the main contact, while Ema is also available as skipper.
• Eight to nine hours on the water: The long schedule allows swimming, sightseeing, and several stops without turning the outing into a quick photo visit.
• Budget for extra costs: Fuel, lunch, and alcoholic drinks are not included in the $636.04 group price.

A full day between Split, Šolta, and Čiovo

This is not simply a ride to Blue Lagoon and back. The route links several different kinds of coastal stops: a traditional island port, a natural cove, a famous swimming bay, the view toward Trogir, and a beach on Čiovo.

That variety matters. If you spend the whole day at one popular swimming area, the outing can feel repetitive. Here, you get time for swimming and snorkeling, but also short visits where you can walk around, take photographs, or enjoy the changing views from the boat.

The tour lasts about eight to nine hours and begins at 9:00 a.m. It ends back at the meeting point. Daily departures are available through the ports of Split and Trogir, though you should confirm the exact pickup location when booking because the supplied details do not name one precise dock.

The boat is private for your group, with space for up to seven people. That is the key reason to consider this experience over a shared excursion. You can discuss the pace with the skipper, spend longer in a cove, or use the flexible stop for a place that suits your group better.

Why the private format matters

A private boat gives you control over the parts of the day that are hardest to predict at sea. One person may want to swim, another may prefer photographs, and someone else may want a drink or a quiet ride. With no other group aboard, those choices are easier to manage.

The itinerary already includes several set stops, but one stop is left open for your choice. That is a useful touch. You might want extra time in a swimming cove, a second look at an island port, or a slower run along the coast. The experience is designed to leave some room for that decision.

Ivan is the named contact and skipper associated with Nakiros Charter. The feedback supplied about his service points to prompt communication, an easygoing manner, and a willingness to take guests to preferred spots without constantly watching the clock. Ema is also identified as a skipper, and her preparation and punctual pickup receive particular praise.

I would still discuss the route before setting off. The listed plan includes many stops, and a full hour at each one can quickly use the day. Ask how much time will be spent swimming, how much walking is practical, and how the chosen free stop fits into the schedule.

Stop 1: Your flexible choice on the water

The first part of the day includes one free stop of your choice. This is where the private format becomes more than a marketing label. You have a chance to shape the route around your own interests rather than simply accepting every detail as fixed.

The information does not specify a menu of possible choices, so you should ask Ivan or Ema what works best on the day. Weather, sea conditions, and the distance between stops may affect the options.

I like having this space early in the planning because it lets you correct the balance of the day. If your group cares most about snorkeling, ask for another suitable swimming area. If you prefer scenery, ask about a quieter cove or a scenic part of the route.

Stop 2: Maslinica on Šolta

Maslinica is a small traditional port and village on Šolta. This is a welcome change from the open water and a good place to slow down for an hour.

The stop gives you a taste of island life rather than another swim alone. You can look around the harbor area and take in the village setting before returning to the boat. The name Šolta also connects this visit with the wider island panorama included in the route.

Do not expect a major sightseeing program here. The appeal is its scale and setting. Maslinica works best as a quiet pause between water activities, especially if your group wants a little variety.

Stop 3: Vela Rina’s natural cove

Vela Rina is described as a natural cove suited to swimming, snorkeling, and photographs. It is one of the more appealing stops if your priority is time in the water rather than a port visit.

Bring your snorkeling gear if you have it, or confirm what equipment is available before departure. The information specifically refers to snorkeling gear, but it does not clearly state whether the operator supplies it, so this is worth checking.

The one-hour allocation is long enough for a proper swim but not so long that you must stay put if the water is not your main interest. As with every outdoor stop, the experience can depend on the weather and sea conditions.

Stop 4: Blue Lagoon and Krknjasi Bay

Blue Lagoon is the headline stop, with two hours set aside for sunbathing, swimming, and snorkeling. The water is known for its clear appearance and blue color, which explains why this spot draws so much attention in the area.

The extra time here is useful. You can swim without feeling rushed, get back on the boat for a rest, and return to the water later. A private group can also decide whether the two hours should be spent mostly in the sea or split between swimming and photographs.

The practical concern is popularity. Blue Lagoon is described as the most popular place in the area, so it may not provide the quietest part of the day. The private boat solves the problem of sharing your vessel, but it does not make a popular bay private.

That is why the route works well as a whole. You get the famous stop, then also visit places that may feel less focused on mass sightseeing. If you want photographs of the bright water, this is the time to take them. If you prefer peace, use the quieter stops and the flexible hour to balance the day.

Stop 5: Trogir and the Čiovo cliffs

The Trogir portion combines a panoramic boat view with natural scenery along Čiovo. You can see the town from the sea, pass under the bridge, and stop near natural jump cliffs where the water is described as clear and suitable for swimming and snorkeling.

Seeing Trogir from the water gives you a different angle than a normal town visit. The boat ride itself becomes part of the sightseeing, and the bridge passage adds a memorable detail without requiring a long walk.

The cliffs need a little care. The supplied information presents them as a place for swimming and photographs, but it does not give safety guidance or say that jumping is supervised. I would follow the skipper’s instructions and treat the cliffs as a scenic swimming area unless the crew clearly explains what is safe.

The stop lasts about an hour. That should give you time to enjoy the view and get in the water, though it may feel short if you want a full visit to Trogir’s town center. This tour offers a panoramic look at Trogir, not a dedicated walking tour of its streets.

Stop 6: Borko Beach on Čiovo

Borko Beach is the final listed stop, with about 30 minutes at a popular destination for boat excursions. A beach bar is part of its appeal, making this a possible place to take a short break from swimming and the boat ride.

Half an hour is enough for a quick stop, but not a long beach visit. I would treat Borko Beach as a final refreshment or photo pause rather than plan a full afternoon there.

The stop also gives you another view of Čiovo, after the earlier cliffs and Trogir panorama. It rounds out the route without adding a large time commitment.

Nećujam and the sunken boat

The overview also highlights Nećujam and a sunken boat. This is one of the more unusual details of the day, since it adds something to look for beneath the water rather than another standard beach stop.

The supplied schedule does not assign Nećujam its own separate time block, so you should ask how it fits with the final route. If seeing the boat matters to you, mention it before departure rather than assuming it will automatically receive a long stop.

This is a good example of why direct communication helps. The route includes several named places, but a day at sea must respond to timing and conditions. Ivan or Ema can tell you what is realistic and how the boat site fits around the main stops.

What the price really means

The listed price is $636.04 per group of up to seven. That works out to about $90.86 per person if seven people join. For four people, the base cost is roughly $159.01 each; for two people, it is about $318.02 each.

That is reasonable for a private boat lasting eight to nine hours, especially if you value control over the schedule and do not want to share the ride. The value weakens for a small group, since the price is charged by group rather than by person.

Fuel is extra, and that is the cost you need to clarify before deciding. Lunch and alcoholic drinks are also excluded. The final bill therefore depends on fuel and on what you arrange for food and drinks during the day.

I would ask three questions before booking: how fuel is calculated, where the meeting point is, and what snorkeling equipment is supplied. Those answers will give you a more accurate budget than the headline price alone.

You should also plan lunch rather than assume it is provided. The tour lasts most of the day, and food is specifically excluded. The supplied details do not say whether you can stop at a restaurant or bring your own provisions, so confirm the arrangement with the operator.

Weather, timing, and comfort

A boat day depends on the weather more than a museum visit does. The supplied feedback includes an example of a cloudy and rainy day over land while the sea route still offered a good outing. That suggests conditions can vary across the region, but it does not guarantee clear skies or calm water.

The crew has also dealt with unsettled forecasts, so it is sensible to keep some flexibility in your plans. If your schedule allows, avoid booking this as the only possible day for swimming.

A 9:00 a.m. start makes sense for a route with several stops. You need the full day to combine Šolta, Blue Lagoon, Trogir, and Čiovo without rushing every visit. The boat returns to the original meeting point, which simplifies the end of the day, but you should confirm the precise dock in advance.

This outing suits people who enjoy being outside for most of a day and are happy to move between swimming, short sightseeing stops, and boat travel. It may be less suitable if you want a detailed walking tour of Trogir or a single quiet beach with no changes of scene.

Who should book it

I would recommend this tour for a family or group of friends that can share the cost and wants a private day on the water. Seven people make the price much easier to justify, and the flexible stop gives the group some control.

It also suits couples who place a high value on privacy, though the per-person price becomes high with only two people. If Blue Lagoon is your main goal and you want the simplest possible transfer, a shorter boat trip may be enough. This experience earns its price through variety and time, not one attraction alone.

Snorkelers, photographers, and swimmers should find plenty to like. You can use Vela Rina, Blue Lagoon, the Čiovo cliffs, and possibly Nećujam for water time and pictures. People who dislike boats, long outdoor days, or changing plans should think twice.

The strongest part of the experience is the crew’s reported flexibility. Ivan is described as accommodating and relaxed about time, while Ema is noted for being prepared and punctual. Those qualities matter on a private day because they shape the pace more than a printed schedule does.

Should you book this private boat day?

Book it if you want a full coastal day with your own group, several swimming stops, a look at Šolta and Čiovo, and the freedom to adjust the route. The combination of Blue Lagoon, Maslinica, Vela Rina, Trogir, Borko Beach, and the possible Nećujam boat site gives you more variety than a basic lagoon outing.

Before paying, get the fuel arrangement and meeting point confirmed. Also clarify lunch, drinks, and snorkeling gear. If you are comfortable with those extra costs and can fill most of the seven seats, this is a practical and enjoyable way to see the water around Split and Trogir.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour operates through the ports of Split and Trogir. The start time is 9:00 a.m., and you should confirm the exact meeting point when booking.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately eight to nine hours.

Is the boat private?

Yes. Only your group participates, with space for up to seven people.

Is fuel included in the price?

No. Fuel is not included and should be confirmed with the operator before departure.

Are lunch and drinks included?

No. Lunch and alcoholic beverages are not included.

Can I choose a stop?

Yes. The tour includes one free stop that you can choose with the boat operator.

Does the tour visit Blue Lagoon?

Yes. Blue Lagoon, also called Krknjasi Bay, is scheduled for about two hours for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded.

Is the tour suitable for most people?

The supplied information says most people can participate. Service animals are allowed, and the meeting area is near public transportation.