From Split: Blue Lagoon & 2 Islands half-day Private

The best part of this private speedboat tour is the freedom to spend a hot Dalmatian afternoon in the water instead of on a crowded sightseeing boat. You pass Trogir, stop at Krknjaši Blue Lagoon, and visit two quieter swimming spots where you can snorkel, sunbathe, play music, and set your own pace.

I like the small private group, which matters when you are sharing the boat with family or friends. I also like the excellent skippers, especially Borna and Bepo, who are described as friendly, flexible, and helpful with local restaurant tips. The main drawback is simple: this is a swim-and-relax outing, not a lunch cruise, and the five hours include a fair amount of fast boat travel.

Key points to know before booking

• Three water stops: Krknjaši Blue Lagoon plus two less-publicized swimming locations.
• Private boat for up to seven: Your group does not share the ride with strangers.
• Five hours from Split: Expect speedboat travel, swimming, snorkeling, and time on deck.
• Fuel and skipper included: Water, life jackets, snorkeling gear, pool noodles, Bluetooth music, insurance, and dock access are also covered.
• Cocktails cost extra: A floating drinks service can come to the Blue Lagoon, with cocktails listed at €10.
• Bring a towel and cash: Towels are generally not included, and cash is useful for drinks at the lagoon.

A private afternoon on the Dalmatian coast

This trip is built around being on the water, not ticking off museums or walking through old towns. You leave from an approved meeting point at Split Sea Tours on the Split waterfront, settle into the speedboat, and head toward the islands and coves west of the city.

The group limit is seven people, which gives the outing a personal feel without requiring you to pay for a whole yacht. At $565 per group, the price works out to about $81 per person for seven people, or about $94 each for a group of six. For two people, it becomes a much bigger purchase, so the value is strongest for families and groups of friends.

I would choose this trip when your priority is swimming in clear water and enjoying a relaxed afternoon with your own group. If you want a detailed visit to Trogir, a proper meal, or several hours of guided sightseeing, this is not the right format.

The boat has a front sunbathing area, seating under a canopy, and a rear ladder for getting back aboard. The exact boat can vary, but the experience is designed around comfort, open-air seating, and easy access to the water. Several guests have praised the boats as clean, new, spacious, and comfortable.

Leaving Split and seeing Trogir from the water

The trip begins with a speedboat ride of roughly 30 minutes. That is a useful detail to keep in mind: the boat is not just a transfer between nearby beaches. You get open-water travel, wind, spray, and wide coastal views, but you also spend part of the five-hour outing in transit.

The route includes a panoramic look at Trogir, a UNESCO-listed town known for its compact historic center and stone architecture. You do not appear to get a full walking visit as part of the standard schedule. Instead, Trogir is viewed from the water, with a short scenic portion built into the route.

That approach is good for photos and gives the journey some variety. It is less satisfying if you are hoping to stroll through Trogir’s lanes, visit its cathedral, or sit down for coffee. If you want to explore the town on foot, plan that separately.

The boat ride can be lively. One account described the early ride as quite wild, which is a polite way of saying the speedboat may bounce when conditions are choppy. People with back problems are advised not to book, and anyone who prefers a calm, slow cruise should think carefully before choosing a speedboat.

Krknjaši Blue Lagoon and the floating cocktail stop

Krknjaši Blue Lagoon is the best-known stop of the day. You have about an hour here for swimming, snorkeling, relaxing on the boat, and taking in the clear water around the small islands.

This is the most social stop. A floating drinks boat may come alongside, and cocktails are available for about €10. That detail gives the stop a holiday feel, but drinks are not part of the tour price. Wine is also listed separately from the included items, even though some outings have included a bottle or offered wine on board, so do not rely on complimentary alcohol unless your skipper confirms it.

Bring cash if you want to buy from the floating bar. You can also bring your own drinks, and the boat has refrigerated storage according to the information provided. Water is included, which is important in the strong summer sun.

The Blue Lagoon is popular, so do not expect a private cove. Its appeal is the clear water, easy swimming, and the chance to enjoy a cocktail without leaving the boat. The quieter stops later in the day provide more of the peaceful feeling that many people want from a private trip.

Snorkeling equipment is included, along with life jackets and pool noodles. You should still bring your own towel, sunglasses, and any sun protection you normally use. Towels are not included except at locations specifically marked on the pickup tickets.

Two quieter stops for swimming and snorkeling

After the lagoon, the route continues to two less-publicized places. The first has about 50 minutes for swimming, photos, and snorkeling. The second also allows roughly 50 minutes in the water.

These stops are where the private format earns its keep. The skipper can adjust the feel of the afternoon, giving you time to float, sit on the deck, jump from the boat, or explore the water with a mask. You are not being hurried through a short photo stop before the boat moves on.

The descriptions are intentionally vague, so you should not expect a fixed named attraction at each location. That is part of the appeal, but it also means the exact stops may depend on sea conditions, traffic, and the skipper’s judgment on the day.

Families can make good use of these breaks. One group with children aged 7, 10, and 12 enjoyed swimming, snorkeling, jumping, and relaxing on the deck. Another group included grandparents and found the water stops suitable for everyone in their party. Still, the boat requires people to climb a rear ladder after swimming, and the trip is not recommended for very young children, pregnant women, or people with back problems.

A private outing also lets you play your own music through Bluetooth. That can make a big difference on a half-day boat trip. You can keep things quiet, create a birthday atmosphere, or let the children choose the soundtrack without sharing a speaker with a boatload of strangers.

What the skipper adds to the day

The skipper is more than a driver here. Borna is repeatedly singled out for being easygoing, attentive, and helpful, while Bepo is praised for making the private format feel personal. Other skippers have helped with restaurant suggestions, reserved a seafront table when asked, and offered useful ideas for the rest of a Split stay.

That local help is valuable because the standard route does not include lunch or a restaurant stop. You can ask for advice about where to eat after the tour, but do not assume the boat will take you to a restaurant during the five-hour outing.

The skipper may also offer some flexibility with the route. That does not mean every request can be accommodated. The meeting and drop-off points are fixed, and the boat cannot simply pick up or land anywhere else. It means the private group has more room to express preferences than it would on a large scheduled cruise.

English and Croatian are spoken. Communication is particularly useful when discussing swimming comfort, music, shade, and the pace of the stops.

How the price compares with the experience

The $565 price is for the group, not per person, up to seven people. That makes the arithmetic important.

For seven people, the cost is about $81 each. For six, it is about $94 each. For four, it rises to about $141 each, and for two, it is about $283 each. The tour becomes a strong value when you can fill most of the available seats.

The price includes fuel and the skipper, which are often significant extras on a private boat. It also covers water, snorkeling equipment, life jackets, safety equipment, pool noodles, Bluetooth, insurance, and dock access. That gives you a clearer idea of the final cost than a low headline price with fuel added later.

Food, lunch, dinner, restaurant visits, café stops, wine, cocktails, towels, and hotel transportation are not included. The boat may have drinks available on some outings, but you should treat alcohol as an extra rather than part of the deal.

The value is therefore not in the number of included meals or attractions. It is in having a comfortable boat, a private skipper, three water stops, and room to spend the afternoon your own way. For a birthday, family outing, or group of friends who mainly want the sea, that can be worth the cost.

Timing, comfort, and practical limits

The entire experience lasts five hours. The planned route includes about two hours of boat travel and roughly three hours divided between Trogir views, the Blue Lagoon, and two other stops. This is a useful balance, but it is not three hours at one beach.

You should expect sun, wind, spray, and motion. Sunglasses are essential, and a towel is specifically recommended. Bring swimwear, drinking water if you want more than the included supply, and cash for the floating bar.

The tour leaves from Split Sea Tours, with pickup locations limited to the places shown on the booking map. The return is to the same pickup location. Hotel transportation is not included, so you need to arrange your own way to the waterfront.

The age restrictions need a careful look because the supplied information is not fully consistent. One section says the trip is not suitable for children under two, while another mentions children under three, babies under one, people over 70, and people over 95. If your group includes a young child, an older person, or anyone with health concerns, contact the operator before paying and confirm the current rule.

Bad weather can cancel the trip. In that case, you can reschedule or receive a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option keeps you from paying at the time of booking.

Who should book this private boat tour

I would recommend it most strongly to groups of four to seven who want a carefree afternoon on the water. Families with older children can enjoy the swimming and snorkeling, while couples and friends can use the deck for sunbathing, music, and drinks.

It also suits anyone celebrating a birthday or looking for a more personal alternative to a large island cruise. The skipper’s restaurant advice is a useful bonus if you are still planning the rest of your time in Split.

I would be cautious if you dislike speedboats, get motion sick, need a full meal during an outing, or want substantial time ashore. This is not a history tour, and Trogir is seen panoramically rather than explored on foot.

Should you book it?

Book this trip if your ideal Dalmatian day means clear water, three swim stops, a private boat, and a friendly skipper who can adjust the mood to your group. The strongest reasons are the private setup, the comfortable boat, the included fuel and equipment, and the two quieter stops beyond the Blue Lagoon.

Skip it if you are traveling as only one or two people and the group price feels too high, or if you want lunch and extensive sightseeing included. For a full boat of friends or family, though, the cost becomes reasonable, and the five-hour format gives you a good taste of the coast without taking an entire day.

FAQ

How long is the private boat tour?

The tour lasts five hours, including the speedboat rides between Split, Trogir, Krknjaši Blue Lagoon, the two additional stops, and the return to Split.

Where does the tour start and finish?

It starts at Split Sea Tours from an approved pickup point shown on the booking map. Drop-off is at the same location. The pickup and landing points cannot be changed freely.

How many people can join the private tour?

The price covers one private group of up to seven people.

Is fuel included in the price?

Yes. Fuel and the skipper are included, along with water, snorkeling equipment, life jackets, safety equipment, pool noodles, Bluetooth, insurance, and dock access.

Is lunch included?

No. The tour does not include lunch, dinner, food, restaurant visits, or café stops.

Are cocktails included?

No. Cocktails at the Blue Lagoon cost extra, with a listed price of about €10. Cash is useful for buying drinks from the floating bar.

Do I need to bring a towel?

Yes. Towels are not included except at locations specifically marked on the pickup tickets.

Is the tour suitable for children?

The information provided gives different minimum ages, including under two and under three. Babies and very young children are not suitable, so confirm the current age rule with the operator before booking.

What happens if bad weather cancels the trip?

The tour can be rescheduled for another day, or you can receive a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.