Islands Brač, Šolta & Blue lagoon – Private speedboat tour

Island hopping without ferry queues. This nine-hour private speedboat trip links Brač, Šolta, the Blue Lagoon, and Vela Rina in one well-packed day. I like the fast boat rides between stops and the freedom to adjust the route for your group. The main consideration is simple: you need good weather, and lunch costs extra.

You get a skipper, fuel, insurance, bottled water, snorkeling equipment, and windproof jackets included. I also like the relaxed pace at each stop, with time for coffee in Milna, swimming at Necujam, and a late visit to the Blue Lagoon. Skipper Christian has earned praise for practical lunch suggestions, while Skipper Ivan has been noted for careful planning and strong local knowledge.

At $1,177.49 for up to 12 people, this is not a cheap solo outing. But for a full group, the per-person cost becomes much more reasonable, especially when you value privacy, direct transport, and a route that avoids busy public ferries.

Key points to know before you book

• Five stops across three islands and the mainland island group: You visit Milna, Necujam, Maslinica, the Blue Lagoon near Veliki Drvenik, and Vela Rina.
• A private boat for up to 12 people: Your group does not share the tour with strangers, and the route can be adjusted.
• Blue Lagoon timing is planned for the afternoon: This aims to avoid the busiest part of the day.
• About seven hours are spent at stops: The remaining time allows for speedboat travel between islands.
• Pickup is available within 4 kilometers of Trogir: Pickup takes place at the nearest pier to your accommodation.
• Lunch is not included: You can arrange your own meal, with Milna, Rogač, or Maslinica serving as possible meal stops.

Why this private Trogir boat trip works

Croatia’s Dalmatian coast is made for boats. Islands sit close enough to visit in a day, but ferries and shared excursions can tie you to fixed schedules. This private trip gives you a quicker way to move between islands, with a skipper handling the route and the boat.

The boat leaves at 9:00 a.m. and returns to the original meeting point after about nine hours. That makes this a full-day outing rather than a short swim-and-return trip. You get a taste of several places, but you should not expect a long, detailed visit in every village.

The private format matters most if you are traveling with family or a group of friends. You can spend longer in the water, shorten a village visit, or change the order if conditions and local advice call for it. The route is not completely free-form, since weather and sea conditions still control the day, but you have more say than you would on a standard group boat.

The speedboat itself is part of the appeal. It turns the gaps between islands into useful sightseeing time instead of slow ferry transfers. Windproof jackets are provided, which is a practical touch because the ride can feel breezy even on a warm Croatian day.

Milna: one hour in an old island village

The first stop is Milna on Brač, a small village with roots reaching back to the 16th century. You have about one hour here, enough for a coffee at a local bar or a stroll through the old streets.

Milna is a good opening stop because it lets you settle into the island mood before the swimming begins. The advice here is to keep your expectations in check. One hour is enough to get a feel for the place, not enough for a detailed historical visit or a long meal.

I would use this stop for exactly what the schedule suggests: sit down, take in the harbor setting, and walk without trying to cover every corner. The village is presented as an authentic place rather than a major sightseeing center, so its value comes from a slower local atmosphere.

If your group wants maximum water time, Milna is also the easiest place to keep brief. If you enjoy village streets and a quiet coffee, give the full hour to it.

Necujam Bay: two hours for swimming and the shipwreck

From Brač, the boat continues to Šolta and stops at Necujam, the island’s largest bay. You have about two hours here, making it the main swimming stop in the first half of the day.

Necujam is known for a shipwreck that has become a popular attraction. Snorkeling equipment is included, so you can make use of the water without arranging gear separately. Bottled water is also provided, which is welcome during a warm day on the coast.

This is one of the most useful parts of the tour for anyone who wants more than a quick photo stop. Two hours gives you time to swim, use the snorkel gear, and relax before returning to the boat. The exact quality of visibility and swimming conditions will depend on the weather, so keep that in mind when deciding how much weight to give this stop.

Families should note that children must be accompanied by an adult. The activity is suitable for most people, but it remains a boat-and-water excursion, not a sightseeing trip designed around dry land.

Maslinica: a quiet western corner of Šolta

Maslinica is the only village on the western side of Šolta. The stop lasts about one hour and is built around a short walk through the old village.

Its most noticeable feature is a restored 16th-century castle, now refitted as a luxury hotel. You may not spend much time inside the property, but the castle gives Maslinica a strong focal point and helps explain the village’s appeal.

The schedule describes Maslinica as a place where time seems to have slowed down. That is a fair way to approach it. Take a short walk, look around the waterfront, and enjoy the contrast with the more active swimming stops.

Maslinica can also serve as a lunch stop if you did not eat in Rogač. Since lunch is not included, this flexibility is useful. Still, one hour is not much time for a leisurely meal and a village walk, so decide in advance which matters more to your group.

If your skipper suggests a particular place for lunch, listen. Christian was praised for making a good lunch recommendation, and that kind of local help can save you from spending your only village hour choosing where to sit.

The Blue Lagoon near Veliki Drvenik

The afternoon brings you to the famous Blue Lagoon near Veliki Drvenik. You get around two hours here, and the timing is deliberate: the boat aims to arrive after the busiest hours.

This is the tour’s headline swimming stop. The water is clear enough for snorkeling, and the blue color becomes more striking once you are in it. The practical plan is simple: jump in, use the provided gear, and spend time looking below the surface.

The Blue Lagoon can be popular, so the afternoon timing may make the stop more comfortable than arriving at the busiest part of the day. Do not read that as a promise of solitude. It is a well-known place, and popularity is part of the attraction.

Two hours gives you a proper swim rather than a rushed dip. It also creates a useful balance in the itinerary. After several village stops and boat rides, you get a long stretch with no sightseeing agenda. You can swim, float, snorkel, or simply stay on the boat if that suits you better.

This stop depends most clearly on sea conditions. The tour requires good weather, and poor conditions can lead to a different date or a full refund. That policy protects the experience, since rough seas would affect both the ride and the swimming.

Vela Rina: a sandy finish

The final stop is Vela Rina, a broad sandy beach in the Trogir area. You spend about one hour here.

The beach offers a different setting from the rocky coves and harbor villages earlier in the day. Its warm, sandy shore makes it a good final pause, especially if your group wants a gentler stop after snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon.

One hour goes quickly at a beach, but it is enough for a swim and a little rest. You should not expect a full beach day. This is a closing stop that rounds out the route rather than the main reason to book the tour.

Vela Rina also helps keep the itinerary varied. In one day, you see village streets, a restored castle, a shipwreck area, open sea, and a sandy beach. That range is the real strength of the route.

How the schedule feels over nine hours

The five stops add up to about seven hours on land or in the water:

• Milna: one hour
• Necujam: two hours
• Maslinica: one hour
• Blue Lagoon: two hours
• Vela Rina: one hour

The remaining time is used for travel between locations. That is why a speedboat matters. A slower boat could make this route feel cramped, while the faster boat keeps the day moving.

The schedule is active but not frantic. You get two longer swimming periods and three shorter village or beach stops. I would recommend bringing a group that agrees on priorities before departure. If half the group wants long swims and the other half wants village walks, the private format lets the skipper adjust the balance.

The route may also be changed to suit local conditions. That flexibility is valuable, but it does not mean every requested change will be possible. Weather, sea conditions, travel time, and opening arrangements at local restaurants can all affect the day.

Price, group size, and what you receive

The price is $1,177.49 for the entire group, with up to 12 people allowed. At full capacity, that works out to roughly $98 per person. For two or three people, the cost is much harder to justify unless privacy and convenience matter more to you than budget.

The value improves because several costs are already covered. Fuel, insurance, bottled water, snorkeling equipment, windproof jackets, and the driver-guide are included. You do not have to pay a separate fuel charge or rent basic snorkeling gear at the stop.

Lunch is the main extra expense. You can eat in Rogač or Maslinica, and a skipper can point you toward a suitable choice. If you want the day to stay simple, ask about the lunch plan before leaving so your group does not lose time deciding mid-route.

Pickup is free within a 4-kilometer radius of Trogir. You are collected at the nearest pier to your accommodation, not necessarily directly at the hotel door. If you are staying outside that area, you may need to make your own way to the meeting point.

Who will enjoy this tour most

I would choose this trip for a group that wants variety without spending the day checking ferry timetables. It suits families, couples traveling with friends, and groups of up to 12 who want their own boat and a flexible day.

It is also a good fit if you care more about swimming and scenery than formal sightseeing. The village visits are short, and there is no long guided walk through museums or historic interiors. The experience is about moving through the islands, seeing several different places, and getting into the water.

People who dislike boat motion, wind, or a full day outside should think carefully before booking. The windproof jackets help, but they do not change the nature of the trip. The tour also requires good weather, and the schedule may need to change when conditions are poor.

The skipper can make a real difference. Christian was praised for being friendly, flexible, and professional, while Ivan was praised for careful planning and strong local knowledge. Since this is a private trip, a good skipper can help set the day’s rhythm and make practical choices about lunch and timing.

Booking advice and cancellation terms

You receive confirmation when booking. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and service animals are allowed. The tour is near public transportation, and most people can participate.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the 9:00 a.m. start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund. If poor weather forces cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund.

Because the trip is usually booked well in advance, planning early makes sense if your Croatia schedule is fixed. At the same time, leave room in your wider holiday plan in case bad weather affects the date.

Should you book the Brač, Šolta, and Blue Lagoon tour?

Book it if you want a private, active day with several islands, two substantial swimming stops, and the freedom to shape the pace. The full-group price is reasonable when split among 10 to 12 people, and the included equipment and fuel remove some common add-on costs.

Choose another option if you want a slow visit to one island, a long restaurant lunch, or a low-cost shared excursion. This trip covers a lot of ground, and its appeal comes from variety rather than depth at any single stop.

For the right group, the best part is the mix: coffee in Milna, the shipwreck at Necujam, the castle at Maslinica, clear water at the Blue Lagoon, and a sandy finish at Vela Rina. That is a busy Croatian day, but a well-balanced one.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at 9:00 a.m. in Trogir. Free pickup is available within 4 kilometers of Trogir at the nearest pier to your accommodation.

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts about nine hours and ends back at the meeting point.

How many people can join the private tour?

The private boat can accommodate a group of up to 12 people.

Which places does the tour visit?

The route includes Milna on Brač, Necujam and Maslinica on Šolta, the Blue Lagoon near Veliki Drvenik, and Vela Rina beach.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included. You may eat in Rogač or Maslinica, and the skipper can suggest a lunch option.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment, bottled water, windproof jackets, fuel, insurance, and a driver-guide are included.

Can the route be changed?

Yes. The experience is flexible and the route can be customized, subject to the day’s conditions and practical timing.

What happens if the weather is poor?

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

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund.