Private Boat Tour to Brac and Solta islands: Non-Touristy Itinerary

The best part of this private boat day is its low-key route. Instead of spending the whole morning at a packed swimming stop, you visit Brac and Solta, pause in a small harbor, inspect an old military site, and finish by snorkeling near a sunken ship. I especially like the two-hour stop at Murvica Beach and the chance to shape the day around your own group.

I also like that the boat carries only your party, up to seven people, and that the skipper can help with restaurant choices. The main catch is cost: at $973.20 per group, this makes far more sense for six or seven people than for a couple. Lunch, personal expenses, and any restaurant bill are extra.

Key points

• Murvica Beach gives you two hours for swimming and sunbathing without the feel of a major beach stop.
• Uvala Smrka adds a slice of Yugoslav military history to what could otherwise be only a swimming trip.
• Stomorska is built for an easy waterfront lunch, since the boat docks by the restaurant.
• Necujam’s sunken ship makes a natural snorkeling stop during the final hour.
• The private format suits families and groups of friends who want quiet time rather than a fixed crowd.
• The price is best shared among seven people, with lunch and personal spending still outside the package.

A private island day from Trogir

This is a long, full day on the water, starting at 9:00 a.m. in historic Trogir and ending back at the same meeting point. The route covers parts of Brac and Solta, two islands with different personalities.

Brac gives you a mix of harbor life, a broad swimming stop, and a former military installation. Solta feels more about small coastal settlements, a meal beside the water, and a final snorkel in Necujam Bay. I like that the day does not try to turn every stop into a major sightseeing event. You get time to swim, walk, eat, and sit still.

The private setup matters here. On a shared excursion, a family with young children, a group eager to snorkel, and people who want a long lunch all have to follow one plan. Here, your skipper can respond to your group within the planned route. Past trips have been led by skippers including Mario, Stipe, Frane, Dino, and Blaž, so the exact personality of your day may depend on who is assigned.

The tour has a rating of 4.8 from 13 ratings, with 92 percent recommending it. That is a strong signal, but the sample is small. I would treat it as evidence of consistently positive service, not a guarantee that every boat day will feel identical.

Milna: a gentle first stop on Brac

Milna is the first scheduled stop, and it works well as a soft start. This small fishing town gives you about 30 minutes to walk along the Riva, look around, or have a coffee beside the water.

Do not expect a long guided tour of Brac here. Thirty minutes is enough to stretch your legs and get a quick look at the harbor, but not enough for a serious town visit. That is fine. After time on a boat, even a short walk can feel useful.

I like the order of this stop. You begin with a harbor rather than jumping straight into a swim, so the day has a little local texture from the start. If you want coffee, keep an eye on the clock. The point is a brief pause, not a leisurely café morning.

Murvica Beach: the day’s main swim

Murvica Beach receives two hours, the longest swimming stop on Brac. It is described as similar to the famous Golden Horn, but with fewer people. You can use the time for sunbathing, swimming, and simply enjoying the water without being rushed back to the boat.

This is likely the part of the trip most people picture when they book a private island outing. Crystal-clear water and open beach time are the core appeal. You can settle into your own rhythm instead of making a quick stop for a photograph.

Still, keep expectations sensible. The phrase non-touristy does not mean guaranteed solitude. Beaches change with weather, season, and the number of boats moving through the islands. The advantage here is the chosen route and the private boat, not a promise that you will have an entire coast to yourself.

Bring your towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, and camera. Water is provided on board, but personal comfort items are up to you. Since this is a boat-centered day, a towel is not a minor extra. You will want it after swimming and before the next ride.

Uvala Smrka and its former military site

The stop at Uvala Smrka lasts about 30 minutes and focuses on a secret military base from the Yugoslav period. This is the most unusual stop on the route, since it shifts the day from beach time to a physical reminder of the region’s recent past.

The site is a relic rather than a polished museum. You should expect a short look around, not a formal exhibition with a large collection of displays. The supplied details also refer to old submarine tunnels, which adds atmosphere to the stop. Listen closely to your skipper, since the value here comes from understanding what you are seeing, not just walking past concrete structures.

I appreciate this contrast. A boat trip made only of coves can start to blur together. Uvala Smrka gives you something to think about and makes the route feel more tied to Croatian history. The short visit also keeps the day moving.

If your group is focused entirely on swimming, this may be the least exciting stop. If you like unusual places and traces of the twentieth century, it could be one of the day’s most memorable moments.

Stomorska: lunch beside the boat

Stomorska is the main pause on Solta, with about two hours available. The boat docks in front of a restaurant, so you can step from the water into a waterfront meal with very little fuss.

Lunch is optional and not included in the tour price. That distinction matters. You are paying for the private boat, skipper, safety equipment, insurance, and water, but your meal and other personal expenses are separate.

I like the flexibility. If you are hungry, you can eat beside the water. If you are not, you can walk through Stomorska or use the time for another swim at a nearby beach. This is more useful than a forced meal stop, especially for families or groups with different appetites.

Two hours gives you enough room for a relaxed meal, but the exact pace depends on the restaurant and your group. Follow the skipper’s advice when choosing where to eat. Mario is specifically praised for restaurant recommendations, while comments about skippers such as Stipe and Frane also highlight good meal choices and smooth service. Those names refer to different outings, so your assigned skipper may be someone else.

Stomorska is also a good point to decide what kind of day you want from here. If everyone is happy with the water, keep the meal simple and save time for Necujam. If the group wants a quiet lunch and a stroll, use the full stop.

Necujam Bay and the sunken ship

The final stop is Necujam, where a sunken ship rests below the surface. You get about one hour for snorkeling, making this the most focused water activity of the day.

The wreck gives you a clear reason to put on a mask and look below the boat. It is not just another open-water swim. You can spend the hour checking out the ship and the surrounding bay, provided conditions are suitable and you are comfortable in the water.

Bring your own snorkeling gear unless the operator confirms that equipment is supplied. The included list names boat hire, skipper, safety equipment, insurance, and bottled water, but it does not list masks or fins. That is an important practical detail. You do not want the final stop to arrive and discover that your group lacks the equipment it expected to use.

The one-hour limit is sensible. It gives you time in the water without making the final stop feel endless, especially after a full day in the sun. Keep some energy for the boat ride back to Trogir.

What the $973.20 price really buys

The headline price is $973.20 for a private group of up to seven. At full capacity, that works out to about $139 per person before lunch and personal spending. For six people, it is about $162 per person. For four, it rises to roughly $243 per person.

That is the key value question. If you have a family or group of friends willing to fill the boat, the price buys privacy, a full nine-hour schedule, a skipper, fuel-related boat service as represented by the charter, safety equipment, insurance, and water on board. It also removes the awkwardness of sharing a boat with strangers.

For two people, the same price is hard to justify unless privacy is your top priority. A shared trip or a shorter boat outing may offer better value. For a group of seven, the private format becomes much more attractive, especially if you care about quiet swimming stops and having some control over lunch.

The boat itself is not described in detail for this exact route. Related charter outings used a clean, comfortable QuickSilver 755 Open for groups of six, with enough space and power for island cruising. Do not assume that is the precise boat assigned to you, but it gives you a useful sense of the type of craft associated with this provider’s wider service.

The skipper makes the difference

A private boat tour is only as good as the person at the helm. The strongest pattern here is praise for friendly, capable skippers who suggest good coves and restaurants while keeping the day relaxed.

Stipe is described as professional, witty, and well informed about the places visited. Mario receives special praise for clear communication, careful planning, and useful suggestions about restaurants and stops. Frane is noted for strong guiding and good lunch choices, while Blaž is praised for going out of his way during a bachelorette outing. Dino is associated with a clean boat and a successful day for a mixed-age group.

You may not get any of these particular skippers, so I would not book on the assumption that one named person is guaranteed. Still, the range of positive comments suggests that skipper service is one of Ambis Charter’s main strengths.

This is also where you should be direct about your interests. Tell the skipper if swimming matters more than walking, if children need a slower pace, or if your group wants more time at the military site. The tour has a planned route, but the private format gives you a better chance of making the day fit your group.

Who will enjoy this trip most

I would choose this tour for a group of friends, a family, or a small celebration where everyone wants time on the water without a large shared crowd. It also suits people who want more than a beach day, since the route adds Milna, Uvala Smrka, Stomorska, and the Necujam wreck.

Families can benefit from the flexible lunch stop and private boat. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The day still requires comfort with a long boat outing, sun exposure, and swimming conditions.

I would think twice if you dislike spending many hours outdoors, do not swim, or want a detailed cultural tour of island towns. The sightseeing is brief at Milna and Stomorska. The heart of the experience is the sea, the beaches, the old military site, and the small harbors.

Start with sunscreen, sunglasses, towels, water for personal use, and a camera. Bottled water is included, but bringing what you need for a hot day remains sensible. Ask about snorkeling equipment before departure, since it is not listed among the inclusions.

Booking, weather, and cancellation details

You receive confirmation when you book, and the activity begins at 9:00 a.m. near historic Trogir. It returns to the meeting point after roughly nine hours and is near public transportation.

The tour needs good weather. If poor conditions cancel it, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that window are not refunded or accepted.

Should you book the Brac and Solta boat day?

Book it if you can fill most of the seven available places and want a relaxed, private route rather than a packed party boat. The best reasons are the long Murvica swim, the unusual Uvala Smrka stop, lunch beside the boat in Stomorska, and the sunken ship at Necujam.

Skip it if you are a couple watching every euro, want lunch included, or prefer a tour built around long guided walks and major landmarks. For the right group, this is a strong use of a full day from Trogir. For a small party, the math is less friendly.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

It usually starts in historic Trogir at the stated meeting point.

What time does the tour begin?

The start time is 9:00 a.m.

How long does the experience last?

The boat day lasts approximately nine hours.

How many people can join the private tour?

The private boat tour is for one group of up to seven people.

Which islands does the route visit?

The route visits Brac and Solta.

Is lunch included in the price?

No. Lunch is optional and must be paid for separately.

Where can you have lunch?

The boat docks in front of a restaurant in Stomorska, allowing you to eat beside the water.

Is bottled water provided?

Yes. Water is available on board, and bottled water is included.

What should you bring?

Sunscreen, sunglasses, towels, water, and a camera are suggested.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You can choose a different date or receive a full refund if poor weather causes the cancellation.