Split: Private Blue Lagoon 3 islands with speed boat

Island time starts fast. This private speedboat trip links Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, and Solta in one full day, giving you swimming, snorkeling, old stone streets, and plenty of open water without sharing the boat with a large group. I especially like the private format and the chance to control the mood with Bluetooth music, a coolbox, and a flexible plan. The main drawback is that the schedule information is not fully consistent: the activity is described as eight hours, but the listed timing runs from 9 a.m. to about 2 p.m.

I also like that the boat has a sun shade, a sun deck, freshwater shower, snorkeling gear, and wind jackets. Captain Vedran receives especially warm praise for being polite, kind, and attentive, and the modern boat seems to be a major part of the experience. Still, this is a bumpy ride on a small fast boat, so it is not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, or wheelchair users.

Key points before you book

• Three very different stops: You get a UNESCO-listed old town, a turquoise swimming bay, and a quiet Solta cove with a sunken shipwreck.
• Private boat for up to five people: The $647 group price works out to about $129 per person for five, or more if fewer people join.
• Captain Vedran earns strong praise: His friendly, helpful manner is one of the clearest strengths of the trip.
• Bring your own towel and lunch money: Water and snorkeling equipment are included, but lunch and towels are not.
• Bring music and drinks: The boat has Bluetooth, a fridge, and a sun cover, so you can set a relaxed soundtrack for the day.
• Weather matters: Poor weather can cancel the trip, with a choice of another date or a full refund.

Meeting the boat beside Split’s Riva

The meeting point is in front of St. Francis Church, also called Sveti Frane, at Trg Franje Tuđmana 1. The listed starting location is Trg Franje Tuđmana 2, so I would use the church and the western end of Split’s main Riva walkway as your visual guide.

Plan to arrive early. A private boat still needs a prompt departure, and the instructions specifically ask you to arrive on time. The trip is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m., although starting times should be confirmed when you check availability.

The price is $647 for a private group of up to five people. That makes the value strongest for a family or group of friends who can fill the boat. At five people, it comes to roughly $129 each for a full day on the water. For two people, the same price becomes a much more expensive outing, so the group size matters.

You are not just paying for transportation. The price includes the driver and English-speaking guide, insurance, taxes and handling charges, bottled water, snorkeling equipment, wind jackets, a freshwater shower, a fridge for drinks, Bluetooth music, and a sun shade. Lunch and towels are extra, and you should bring cash for both lunch and souvenirs.

The 30-minute speedboat run to Trogir

The first ride takes about 30 minutes. A speedboat gets you across the water quickly, but it also gives you a lively start rather than a quiet ferry crossing. Hold on, wear the provided wind jacket if the air feels cool, and remember that speed and spray are part of the package.

Trogir is a smart first stop because it gives your day some culture before the swimming begins. You have about 1.5 hours for coffee, a walk, and sightseeing in this compact UNESCO-listed town.

Trogir is known for its concentration of palaces, churches, and towers. A fortress sits on a small island, adding another memorable piece to the town’s setting. The old center is compact enough for a short visit, but 90 minutes is not a huge amount of time if you want to see everything slowly.

I would use this stop to walk without a strict checklist. Have a coffee, look up at the stone buildings, and enjoy the contrast between Trogir’s historic streets and the open sea waiting for you later. You are not getting a full guided history tour here. This is free time, so the value depends on how well you use it.

The short visit is also a tradeoff. If your main goal is swimming, 1.5 hours gives Trogir enough space without taking over the day. If you want a detailed cultural visit, you may find the stop rushed.

Three hours in the Blue Lagoon

After another speedboat ride of about 20 minutes, you reach Blue Lagoon bay near the island of Drvenik Veli. This is the centerpiece of the trip, with around three hours set aside for swimming, snorkeling, a cocktail, and time on or beside the water.

The sea is described as clear and turquoise blue-green, and the setting is presented as one of Croatia’s most beautiful beaches. The appeal here is simple: you can swim, float, look below the surface with the supplied snorkeling equipment, and enjoy a long break without packing up every few minutes.

Three hours is generous by boat-tour standards. You can spend some of that time in the water and still have room to dry off, relax under the sun shade, or enjoy a drink. The boat’s fridge lets you bring your own beverages, while bottled water is included.

The boat has a sun deck and cover, which gives you two useful options. You can sit in the sun when you want the full summer feeling, then retreat to shade when the heat becomes too much. Pack warm clothing as well, since the boat ride can feel cooler than the beach, especially with wind and spray.

The Blue Lagoon is also where the private setup has the most value. With only your own group aboard, you can settle into your preferred rhythm rather than follow a crowded boat’s instructions. The itinerary for private trips is flexible, so your captain may be able to adjust the timing within practical limits.

There are limits. Blue Lagoon is a popular stop, and the experience is built around swimming rather than solitude. The listing calls it a cocktail stop, but lunch is not included, so do not confuse a drink break with a provided meal. Bring cash and ask your guide about the best place to eat if you need a proper lunch.

Solta and the Kontesa shipwreck at Nečujam

Around noon in the stated schedule, the boat continues to Solta, known here as the green island. The ride takes about 20 minutes, followed by about 1.5 hours at Nečujam.

The focus is a calm bay near Nečujam where you can snorkel around the sunken shipwreck of Kontesa. This stop changes the mood nicely. Blue Lagoon is about bright water and a long swim, while Nečujam offers a more unusual reason to get into the sea.

A shipwreck gives your snorkeling a clear purpose. Instead of simply looking around, you have a specific underwater feature to find and inspect. The provided snorkeling equipment means you do not need to bring your own mask and fins, although you should still pack a towel.

The 90-minute stop is long enough for a swim and snorkeling session, but it is not an all-day exploration of Solta. You will see one calm bay rather than tour the whole island. That is worth knowing if you are picturing a broad island tour with several villages and inland stops.

The freshwater shower on the boat is especially useful after this part of the day. You can rinse off salt water before the final ride back to Split, and the wind jackets can help once you are wet.

What the speedboat setup is really like

The boat is described as new, modern, and well equipped. The strongest praise centers on its condition and the captain. Vedran is repeatedly described as kind, polite, helpful, and easy to spend the day with. That matters on a private tour, where the captain shapes the whole experience.

A small private boat can feel personal in a way a large group cruise cannot. You can play your own music through the Bluetooth stereo, keep drinks in the fridge, and spend the day with your own friends or family. The setup suits a group that wants a social outing rather than a formal sightseeing cruise.

At the same time, a speedboat is not the softest way to travel. The tour is not recommended for people with back problems or pregnant women, and it is not suitable for wheelchair users. You should think about how you handle fast boat rides before paying the private-group price.

The boat includes a sun cover, but you still need sensible sun protection. The supplied information does not list sunscreen, towels, or food, so bring what you need. Warm clothing is also specifically recommended, which tells you not to assume the whole day will feel hot.

Timing, flexibility, and the five-stop puzzle

The published schedule gives you this general rhythm:

• 9 a.m. departure from Split
• 30-minute ride to Trogir
• 1.5 hours in Trogir
• 20-minute ride to Blue Lagoon
• About three hours at Blue Lagoon
• 20-minute ride to Nečujam
• About 1.5 hours at the Kontesa shipwreck
• 30-minute ride back to Split

The stop and travel times add up to close to eight hours, but the detailed description says you return around 2 p.m. if you leave at 9 a.m. That is closer to five hours. Since the activity is advertised as eight hours, I would confirm the exact departure and return time when booking.

This is not a minor detail. A 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. trip offers a compact morning and early afternoon. An eight-hour trip gives you a much longer day and changes how you plan lunch, other sightseeing, and transport afterward.

The private format gives the itinerary some flexibility, but it does not mean every part can be changed at will. The three main stops, boat travel, weather, and local conditions still shape the day. Ask about the exact route and return time if you have a dinner reservation, ferry connection, or airport transfer later.

Weather, cancellations, and practical comfort

Sea conditions can make or break a speedboat outing. If poor weather causes cancellation, you receive the option of an alternative date or a full refund. That is useful protection, but you should avoid placing an important same-day connection immediately after the trip if the forecast looks unsettled.

You can cancel up to 24 hours ahead for a full refund. The reserve-now, pay-later option also keeps your plans flexible, which helps when your Split visit depends on changing weather.

Bring:

• A beach towel
• Cash for lunch and souvenirs
• Warm clothing for the boat
• Sun protection
• Any personal swimming items you prefer
• Drinks if you want something beyond bottled water

Snorkeling equipment, bottled water, wind jackets, and a freshwater shower are supplied. Lunch is not. The boat’s fridge is available for your beverages, and the Bluetooth system lets you play your own music.

The tour is conducted in English, with a live guide. It is a private group experience for up to five people, not a shared excursion.

Who will get the most from this tour?

I would recommend it most strongly to a group of friends, a couple traveling with relatives, or a family that wants a private day at sea. The fixed group price becomes much better when five people share it, and the music, drinks, swimming, and flexible format suit people who want a relaxed social day.

It also works well if you want several kinds of Croatia in one outing. Trogir gives you architecture and old streets. Blue Lagoon gives you a long swim in clear water. Nečujam adds snorkeling around a shipwreck. You get variety without changing hotels or arranging separate transport.

I would be more cautious if you dislike fast boats, need a highly accessible vessel, or want a serious historical tour of Trogir. The town visit is short and largely self-guided. I would also think twice about the price if only two people are going, since the group rate does not become cheaper for a smaller party.

The three existing ratings are all five out of five, with particular praise for Vedran, the clean and modern boat, the drinks, and the ability to play personal music. Those points line up with the practical strengths of the experience: good equipment, a pleasant captain, and a private atmosphere.

Should you book the Split Blue Lagoon boat tour?

Book it if you can fill most of the five-person boat and want a lively day that mixes swimming with two distinctive stops. The best parts are the long Blue Lagoon break, the Kontesa shipwreck near Nečujam, and the personal service associated with Captain Vedran.

Before booking, confirm the actual schedule. The eight-hour duration and the stated 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. return do not match. Once that is clear, pack a towel, bring cash and warm layers, and remember that lunch is yours to arrange.

This is a strong choice for an active private outing, not a low-cost island transfer or a gentle sightseeing cruise. If the price works for your group and the sea is calm, you get a well-equipped boat, three varied stops, and a full day shaped around your own company.

FAQ

Where does the tour start in Split?

The meeting point is in front of St. Francis Church, also called Sveti Frane, at Trg Franje Tuđmana 1, on the western end of Split’s Riva walkway.

How many people can join the private boat tour?

The price covers a private group of up to five people.

What islands and locations does the tour visit?

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

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included, along with bottled water, wind jackets, insurance, and a freshwater shower.

Is lunch included?

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

Should I bring a towel?

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

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

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