BLUE LAGON & 3 islands full day private speedboat tour

The best part of this outing is the mix of fast boat travel and long swimming stops. In one day, you reach Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, and Šolta without spending your holiday working out ferry schedules. The Blue Lagoon gives you bright turquoise water, while Šolta adds a quieter bay and an unusual shipwreck to explore.

I like the private format, which lets your group shape the pace, and I like the practical extras: snorkel gear, shade, a coolbox, bottled water, and a fresh-water shower. The main drawback is the price. At $659.41 for up to five people, it makes the most sense for a full group, and food, beach towels, and lunch are not included.

Key points at a glance

• Three very different stops: See old stone Trogir, swim in the Blue Lagoon, and snorkel around a sunken ship near Šolta.
• A proper speedboat day: The boat cuts down travel time between Split and the islands, leaving more room for water stops.
• Private, flexible touring: Only your group takes part, so the guide can adjust the day toward sightseeing, swimming, or snorkeling.
• Guide Vedran may be at the helm: He is praised for his friendly manner, local stories, and ability to keep a mixed-age group happy.
• Useful gear is supplied: Snorkeling equipment, bottled water, a sun shade, wind jackets, Bluetooth music, and a coolbox are included.
• Bring water shoes and cash: The rocky shoreline can be hard on bare feet, and you need cash for lunch and souvenirs.

Why this Split boat tour works so well in one day

Split is a good base for island trips, but getting several places into one day by public boat can be awkward. This private speedboat solves that problem with an 8-hour route that starts at 9am and returns around 5pm. You get the classic Dalmatian combination: an old coastal town, clear water, and island scenery.

The speedboat matters here. The first ride to Trogir takes about 30 minutes, and the boat then links Trogir with the Blue Lagoon and Šolta. You spend less of the day waiting for transport and more of it outside, in the sun, on the water, or walking through stone streets.

This is not a quiet sailing trip. A speedboat ride can be lively and breezy, with spray and wind depending on the sea. The boat has wind jackets, and you can use the sun shade when you need a break from direct sun. If you are prone to motion sickness, consider your comfort before booking, since the route includes several fast crossings.

The private setup is the real advantage. You are not sharing the day with a large mixed group, and the guide can ask what your party wants to do. The tour description presents the day as flexible, and the strongest feedback points to guides who can turn the outing toward fun, conversation, swimming, or sightseeing instead of following a rigid script.

Trogir: stone lanes and a UNESCO-listed old town

After leaving Split at 9am, you reach Trogir in roughly half an hour. The town sits on a small island and is known for its compact collection of palaces, churches, towers, and a fortress on a nearby island. Its historic center joined the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

Trogir is a smart first stop because it gives you a land-based start before the main swimming portion of the day. You can stretch your legs, walk through old stone lanes, and see a dense group of historic buildings without needing a long transfer inland. The setting also gives you a change of mood from Split, which is larger and busier.

Allow yourself to enjoy Trogir rather than treating it as a quick photo stop. One comment about the day praised time for coffee and lunch here, while another suggested dropping the last city stop in favor of more swimming. That tells you something useful: Trogir is worthwhile, but its value depends on your priorities.

If you love old towns and architecture, Trogir may be one of the best parts of the route. If your main goal is a full day in the water, ask the guide how much time you can devote to swimming later. The private format gives you room to discuss that choice.

Food is not included, so budget for lunch or coffee. You should also carry cash for lunch and souvenirs. The supplied details do not promise a specific restaurant, meal, or admission package, so treat this as free time rather than a planned dining experience.

Blue Lagoon: the main swimming stop

The next major stop is the Blue Lagoon near Drvenik Veli. This is the visual centerpiece of the trip, with clear turquoise and blue-green water that makes the bay look made for swimming. On a hot summer day, the chance to get straight into the sea is a welcome change from sightseeing on shore.

You can swim, snorkel, and relax here. Snorkeling equipment is included, which saves you from packing or renting a mask and fins separately. Bottled water is also supplied, and the boat has a coolbox, so you can bring your own drinks and keep them cold.

Bring water shoes. The advice is especially useful because the shore and seabed may be rocky, and bare feet can make getting in and out less pleasant. Beach towels are not included, so pack your own towel as well.

The Blue Lagoon is a natural setting, not a private pool. Its appeal comes from the color of the water and the open Adriatic setting, but the experience can depend on weather, sea conditions, and how busy the area feels on the day. The tour requires good weather, and poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund.

Plan your sun protection carefully. The boat has shade, but you will still spend time exposed during the ride and at the water. A hat, sunscreen, dry clothes, and a waterproof bag for small items are sensible additions, even though they are not listed as included equipment.

Šolta and the sunken ship near Nečujam

Around 2pm, the route reaches Šolta, known here as the green island. The stop is near Nečujam, where you can snorkel around a sunken shipwreck in a calm bay. This gives the day a different kind of water activity: the Blue Lagoon is about color and open swimming, while Nečujam adds something to look for below the surface.

The calm bay is useful for snorkeling because you are not simply floating in open water. You have a point of interest, and the wreck gives stronger purpose to the included equipment. If you like exploring underwater sights but do not want an advanced activity, this should be a pleasant middle ground.

The timing is worth noting. The schedule places Šolta in the afternoon, after Trogir and the Blue Lagoon. That creates a full day with little idle time, but it also means you should speak up if one stop matters most to you. One piece of feedback specifically advised spending more time at the first swimming stop instead of keeping the final city stop. A private tour gives you a better chance of making that preference clear.

Do not expect a full island tour of Šolta. The supplied plan centers on the Nečujam bay and the shipwreck, not on a long walk or a broad sightseeing circuit. You are booking a water-focused stop, with the island as the setting.

A private boat, a real guide, and the onboard extras

The boat is reserved for your party, with a stated capacity of up to five people. That makes the cost easier to judge. At $659.41 per group, a party of five pays about $132 per person before any lunch or personal spending. For two people, the same price becomes a much bigger commitment.

The private arrangement also helps families and friends who do not all want the same thing. One group may want more time in the water, another may prefer coffee in Trogir, and a third may want music and a fast ride. The guide can respond to those wishes more easily than a large shared excursion can.

Vedran is named in the feedback as a particularly warm host who shared stories, asked questions, and helped shape the day around the group. He is also praised for handling a family group with both adults and children. Your guide may be Vedran, but the provider is Speed Line, so you should not assume he will operate every departure.

The boat includes a Bluetooth stereo system. That can add a pleasant party feel for your own group, but it also means the mood depends on what you bring and play. The coolbox lets you bring drinks, and a shower with fresh water is available after swimming. Wind jackets are supplied for the faster rides, while the sun shade gives you a place to retreat when the heat builds.

Insurance is included. Food and beach towels are not. You can bring your own drinks, but you should still bring cash for lunch and souvenirs rather than expecting onboard catering.

How the schedule feels from 9am to 5pm

The day begins at 9am at Trg Franje Tuđmana 1 in Split. Arrive on time and plan your route to the meeting point in advance. The activity ends back at the same meeting point around 5pm, which makes it fairly easy to pair with an evening meal or a walk through Split.

The schedule has a clear rhythm:

• 9am: Meet in Split and board the speedboat.
• About 9:30am: Reach Trogir for old-town sightseeing, coffee, or lunch.
• Later in the day: Continue to the Blue Lagoon for swimming and snorkeling.
• Around 2pm: Visit Šolta and snorkel near the shipwreck at Nečujam.
• Around 5pm: Return to Split.

The exact amount of time at each stop may shift. The route is weather-dependent, and the private format allows some flexibility. If you are most excited about the Blue Lagoon, say so early. If Trogir is a priority, protect enough time for its streets and historic buildings.

Eight hours on a speedboat can feel long if you want a slow, shaded day. It can also feel remarkably efficient if you want to see several places without losing a day to transport. Your choice should depend on your ideal pace, not just the number of stops.

Price, value, and who should book

The $659.41 group price is high for a day out if you are traveling alone or as a couple. It becomes more reasonable when split among five people, especially because you are paying for a private boat, a dedicated guide, and transport between three separate destinations.

You also avoid several small costs. Snorkeling equipment, bottled water, insurance, shade, wind jackets, and onboard storage for drinks are included. You still need to add lunch, coffee, souvenirs, towels, and any drinks you choose to bring.

I see the strongest value for a group of friends or a family that wants control over the day. The private boat lets you trade some sightseeing time for swimming, or the other way around. That freedom is the main reason to choose this tour over a cheaper shared boat.

I would think twice if you want a slow cultural visit to Trogir, a long lunch, or a quiet sailing experience. The boat is built for moving between stops, and the itinerary is ambitious. You should also confirm capacity if your group is larger than five, since the stated price covers up to five people.

Practical details before you leave Split

You receive confirmation when booking, and the activity is near public transportation. Most people can participate, but the experience still involves boarding a boat, riding at speed, and getting in and out of the water. Anyone in your group who needs special assistance should confirm suitability before paying.

Wear a swimsuit under light clothing and pack a towel, sunscreen, water shoes, and dry clothes. Keep your phone and wallet protected from spray. Since meals are not included, carry cash for lunch and souvenirs.

The cancellation rule is simple: cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Changes made within 24 hours are not accepted, and late cancellations are not refunded. Because good weather is required, a poor-weather cancellation offers a different date or a full refund.

The experience is often booked well ahead, with an average booking lead time of about 64 days. That is worth noting for summer visits, especially if you need a particular date or are planning around a short stay in Split.

Should you book the Blue Lagoon and three-island tour?

Book it if you want a high-energy, private day on the water and your group is large enough to share the cost. You will see Trogir, swim at the Blue Lagoon, and snorkel near a wreck off Šolta without arranging several separate trips.

Book it especially if your ideal day includes a fast ride, music, cold drinks, and freedom to adjust the pace. The 4.8 rating and 92 percent recommendation fit the tour’s strongest qualities: friendly guiding, a fun boat, clear water, and a flexible private setup.

Choose something else if you want an unhurried old-town visit, a fully catered outing, or a low-cost excursion for one or two people. For the best version of this trip, bring water shoes, carry cash, pack a towel, and tell the guide early which matters more to you: Trogir’s stones or the Adriatic water.

FAQ

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour starts at Trg Franje Tuđmana 1 in Split at 9am and ends back at the same meeting point around 5pm.

How long is the experience?

The tour lasts approximately eight hours.

Which places does the boat visit?

The route includes Trogir, the Blue Lagoon near Drvenik Veli, and the island of Šolta, with snorkeling near a sunken ship in the Nečujam area.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included, along with bottled water, a sun shade, wind jackets, and a fresh-water shower.

Can I bring drinks on the boat?

Yes. You can bring your own drinks and store them in the boat’s coolbox. Bluetooth music is also available.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The tour requires good weather. If poor weather causes cancellation, you will be offered a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.