BLUE LAGON & 3 islands full day private speedboat tour

The best thing about this tour is how much of the Split area you can see in one day without joining a crowded boat. You get three very different stops: UNESCO-listed Trogir, the turquoise Blue Lagoon, and green Solta, with a speedy private boat linking them.

I like the freedom of a private group and the practical extras, especially the included snorkeling gear, sun shade, coolbox, and fresh-water shower. I also like that the day includes real swimming time rather than treating the sea as scenery. The main drawback is that the schedule is full, and one short stop may feel less worthwhile than spending longer in the water.

At a glance

• Three destinations in eight hours: Visit Trogir, Blue Lagoon, and Solta from a 9am departure in Split.
• Private speedboat travel: Only your own group participates, with room to shape the day around swimming, snorkeling, and sightseeing.
• Blue Lagoon swimming stop: Expect clear blue-green water, a sun break, and time for a drink on the island of Drvenik Veli.
• Sunken ship near Solta: Snorkel in the calm bay at Necujam, where a submerged wreck adds interest to the swim.
• Guide Vedran: His friendly manner, stories, and willingness to adjust the day received especially strong praise.
• Useful boat comforts: Snorkeling equipment, bottled water, shade, wind jackets, Bluetooth music, and a fresh-water shower are included.

Why this private Split boat day works

This is a good answer to a common Croatia problem: you want islands, swimming, and historic towns, but you have limited time. From Split, the speedboat cuts down the travel time between stops, letting you combine a cultural visit with a full afternoon on the water.

The private format matters. You are not tied to the preferences of a large mixed group, so the guide can put more attention on your pace. You can spend longer snorkeling, change the balance between swimming and sightseeing, or simply enjoy the ride with your own party.

The tour costs $659.41 per group of up to five people. That is a serious price for one outing, but it becomes more reasonable when shared by four or five people. You are paying for a private boat, a full eight-hour day, a personal guide, and transportation between several places that would take more planning to connect independently.

The advertised rating is 4.8 from 13 ratings, with 92 percent recommending the experience. That is a small sample, so I would not treat the numbers as the whole story. The strongest pattern is clear, though: the guide, the flexibility, and the fun of the speedboat are the parts most likely to shape your day.

Leaving Split at 9am

The meeting point is Trg Franje Tuđmana 1 in Split. The boat leaves at 9am, so plan to arrive early rather than cutting it close. The activity finishes back at the same meeting point at about 5pm.

The first ride to Trogir takes around 30 minutes. That gives you an immediate taste of the boat’s main advantage. You are not spending the morning waiting for a slow transfer. Instead, the journey itself becomes part of the outing, with open water, wind, and the thrill of a fast ride.

A speedboat can be exciting, but it also means you should dress for sun and spray. The boat has wind jackets and shade, which help, but you should still bring practical swimwear and a towel. Beach towels are not included.

The onboard coolbox is a useful touch. You can bring your own drinks and keep them cold, though food is not included. Bring some cash for lunch and souvenirs, since the day does not cover meals.

Trogir, a compact town of stone and towers

Trogir is the cultural stop at the start of the day. This small historic town has a high concentration of palaces, churches, and towers, along with a fortress on a small island. Its historic importance earned it UNESCO World Heritage status in 1997.

The appeal here is scale. You can get a strong sense of the old town without committing half a day to a major city museum circuit. Stone lanes, old façades, churches, and defensive buildings make Trogir a useful contrast to the open water that follows.

The tour information allows about 30 minutes for the ride to Trogir, but it does not set a precise length for the town visit. That flexibility can be helpful, yet it also means you should ask the guide how much time is planned when you arrive. One rating specifically found the final city stop less worthwhile, suggesting that some people would prefer more swimming time instead.

That is an important point. If you love historic towns, Trogir may be one of the day’s highlights. If you booked mainly for the sea, you may prefer a shorter walk and a longer stop at the Blue Lagoon or Solta. A private tour gives you a better chance of making that preference known.

The guide is part of the experience here. Vedran was singled out for telling stories, asking questions, and adjusting the day toward what the group found fun. That kind of interaction can make a short town visit feel more useful than simply being dropped off with a meeting time.

Blue Lagoon on Drvenik Veli

After Trogir, the boat heads to Blue Lagoon on Drvenik Veli. This is the classic swimming stop, with clear turquoise and blue-green water that looks especially inviting on a hot summer day.

You have time to swim, snorkel, and relax rather than just taking a quick photo from the boat. Snorkeling gear is included, which saves you from packing or renting equipment separately. The boat also has a sun shade, so you can step out of direct sun when you need a break.

Bring water shoes if you have them. The advice is especially useful here because the swimming area may be uncomfortable underfoot, and one rating specifically recommended them. The supplied details do not describe the exact shore or seabed, so water shoes are a sensible precaution rather than a guarantee of a particular surface.

A cocktail or other drink can add to the holiday mood, but it is not included. You can bring your own drinks and store them in the boat’s coolbox. Bottled water is provided, which is helpful during a long day under the sun.

This is probably the stop that best matches the tour’s title and selling point. The water is the star, and the speedboat makes arriving here from Split part of the fun. Still, the Blue Lagoon can be popular, and the experience is not a private bay reserved only for your group. Your privacy applies to the boat and guide, not necessarily to the wider swimming area.

Solta and the sunken ship at Necujam

Around 2pm, the boat reaches Solta, known here as the green island. The stop is at Necujam, a calm bay where you can snorkel around a sunken shipwreck.

This gives the afternoon a different feel from Blue Lagoon. Instead of simply swimming in bright, open water, you have a specific underwater feature to look for. A wreck can make snorkeling more engaging, especially if you want a small goal beyond floating and cooling off.

The calm bay should suit a relaxed swim, but the tour details do not say how close the boat gets to the wreck or how long the snorkeling session lasts. If this is your main reason for booking, ask the guide about the planned time before departure.

Solta also adds variety. Trogir brings architecture, Blue Lagoon brings postcard water, and Necujam brings a quieter island stop with a snorkeling focus. You are not repeating the same beach visit three times.

The timing is worth noting. Reaching Solta at about 2pm leaves roughly three hours before the return to Split, but that period may include the stop itself, any lunch break, and the boat ride. Food is not included, so plan to have cash available for lunch.

A boat set up for a relaxed day

The boat has more than just seats and an engine. A sun shade gives you a way to escape the strongest heat, while wind jackets can help during the faster crossings. There is a fresh-water shower for rinsing off salt, a small comfort that becomes valuable after several swims.

Bluetooth music lets you play your own soundtrack, and the coolbox lets you bring drinks. These details do not replace good weather or a skilled guide, but they help the boat feel like your base for the day rather than only a vehicle between stops.

The private setting also gives you social space. You can listen to music, talk with your group, or enjoy quiet time without adapting to strangers. For families and close friends, that may be worth more than a lower-cost shared excursion.

The boat has shade, but not every seat will offer the same level of cover at every moment. If you are sensitive to sun, use the shade, wear sun protection, and treat the fresh-water shower as a useful extra rather than a substitute for planning.

The guide can shape the day

Vedran is the named guide associated with the most detailed positive comments. His strengths are described in practical terms: friendly, kind, good at telling stories, and willing to ask questions and adjust the plan.

That matters because this is not a museum tour with a fixed script. Much of your enjoyment depends on how the day is paced. A guide who listens can help you decide if the group wants more swimming, a longer town visit, or a quicker transfer.

One rating noted that the guide arrived 15 minutes late, although the same account described him as accommodating and friendly. I would keep that in mind and arrive at the meeting point on time. A late start can reduce the time available at each stop, even if the guide makes up for it with a flexible approach.

The guide’s role also includes safety and practical help around the boat. The tour includes insurance, and the boat carries wind jackets and snorkeling equipment. The supplied information does not give a detailed safety briefing or list specific restrictions, so ask questions if anyone in your group is unsure about swimming or snorkeling.

What the $659.41 price really buys

At $659.41 for up to five people, the per-person cost is about $132 when five people share the boat. For two people, the price is much harder to justify. The value improves as your group gets closer to the five-person limit.

You are not just buying a transfer. The price covers a full eight-hour private activity, a speedboat, a guide, bottled water, snorkeling equipment, insurance, shade, wind jackets, music, and a fresh-water shower. It also bundles three separate destinations into one day.

Food, beach towels, lunch, and souvenirs are extra. You can bring drinks for the coolbox, but that does not include meals. Add those costs before you compare this with a shared boat trip.

I see the strongest value for a group that would otherwise book several separate transfers or struggle to fit Trogir, Blue Lagoon, and Solta into one day. If your main goal is simply to swim at Blue Lagoon, a cheaper, simpler trip may be enough. If you want a private day with control over the pace, the price makes more sense.

Who should book this day

I would choose this tour if you have only a few days in Split and want both history and the sea. It suits friends, couples, and families who value private space and do not want to follow a large group from stop to stop.

It also works well if different people in your group want different things. One person can focus on Trogir’s buildings, another can snorkel at Blue Lagoon, and someone else can use the shade and enjoy the ride. The private format gives the guide room to balance those wishes.

I would be more cautious if you dislike fast boat rides, need a slow and highly structured schedule, or want long, unhurried time at every stop. Three destinations in eight hours is efficient, but it is still a busy day.

Good weather is essential. If poor weather forces cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the 9am start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not refunded or accepted.

My booking advice

Book this tour if you want a private boat day that mixes Trogir’s old stone town with two proper swimming stops. The best reasons are the flexible format, the speedboat ride, and the chance to snorkel at both Blue Lagoon and the wreck near Necujam.

Before you pay, make sure your group agrees on priorities. If everyone wants maximum time in the water, tell Vedran early and ask how the Trogir and final stop will be handled. Bring water shoes, a beach towel, sun protection, cash for lunch, and drinks for the coolbox.

I would not choose it for a quiet, single-destination beach day. I would choose it for a high-energy taste of the Split coast, especially when five people can share the cost and your group wants the freedom to make the day its own.

FAQ

Where does the tour start and finish?

The tour starts at Trg Franje Tuđmana 1, 21000 Split, Croatia, at 9am. It ends back at the same meeting point.

How long does the tour last?

The activity lasts about eight hours. The planned return to Split is around 5pm.

How many people can join the private tour?

The listed price covers one private group of up to five people. Only your group participates in the activity.

Which places does the tour visit?

The itinerary includes Trogir, Blue Lagoon on Drvenik Veli, and Solta, with snorkeling near a sunken ship in Necujam.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Use of snorkeling equipment is included in the tour price.

Can I bring my own drinks?

Yes. You can bring your own drinks and place them in the boat’s coolbox. Bottled water is also included.

Is food included?

No. Food is not included. You should bring cash for lunch and souvenirs.

Are towels provided?

No. Beach towels are not included, so bring your own towel.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund.