Blue Cave speedboat trip from Trogir

Set out early for Croatia’s best island-hopping day. This small-group speedboat trip packs the Blue Cave, Vis Island, hidden swimming bays, the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar into one long day on the Adriatic. I like the mix of natural sights and real towns, especially Komiža and Hvar, rather than spending the whole day only on a boat.

I also like that the trip includes an English-speaking skipper, fuel, taxes, and transport in the listed price. The main catch is the schedule: you spend roughly 10 hours exposed to sun, wind, waves, and boat movement, so this is not a soft, easygoing outing. The extra Blue Cave ticket costs €24 in cash, and food and drinks are also on you.

Key points at a glance

• The Blue Cave requires a separate €24 cash ticket: This fee is not included, so bring the correct payment method.
• Komiža gives the day some local character: You get time for coffee, a walk, and breakfast on Vis Island.
• Swimming time comes at Velu Žolo and Budikovac Blue Lagoon: Bring swimwear, a towel, sun protection, and snorkeling gear if you have it.
• Hvar town is a proper sightseeing stop: Two hours gives you time for St. Stephen’s Square, Hvar Cathedral, the harbor, and the fortress area.
• This is a demanding sea day: The tour is not suitable for children under eight, non-swimmers, wheelchair users, or people with back, heart, or mobility problems.
• The value depends on how much you want to see in one day: At $147 per person, it is costly, but it covers a large area that would be difficult to reach independently in one outing.

Why this boat trip covers so much of Dalmatia

The tour starts beside Kamerlengo Castle on Trogir’s waterfront, at the Blue Lagoon Trogir Boat Tours meeting point. You show your electronic voucher, and the skipper calls your names. From there, the route heads into open water toward Biševo Island.

The attraction is not just one cave. It is the range of places packed into the day. You see a famous natural feature, stop in a working coastal town, swim in less developed bays, pass the Pakleni Islands, and finish in Hvar town. That variety helps justify the long day.

The tradeoff is clear. You get a broad taste of the central Dalmatian islands, but you do not get long, unhurried time at every stop. If you prefer one island with a slow lunch and hours on a beach, this trip may feel rushed. If you have limited time near Trogir and want a fast look at several major sights, the pace works in your favor.

The rating is currently 4.9 from three ratings. One verified August 2025 booking from Mary-Stella in Australia gave the experience five out of five, with the island stops singled out as the highlight. That fits the strongest part of the route: the day keeps changing instead of repeating the same beach-and-boat pattern.

The 90-minute run to Biševo and the Blue Cave

The first major ride lasts about 90 minutes by speedboat. That is a substantial stretch on the water, and the boat’s speed lets you reach Biševo far more quickly than a slower excursion boat. You should still expect spray, wind, and plenty of sun exposure.

The Blue Cave is entered through a low opening on Biševo Island. The entrance measures about 1.5 meters high and 2.5 meters wide, so the approach is part of the experience. Inside, sunlight passes through an underwater opening and gives the cave its famous aquamarine glow. Objects beneath the surface can appear silver in the reflected light.

The cave itself is about 24 meters long and 11 meters deep. Those numbers help set expectations. This is not a huge cavern where you walk around. It is a short boat-based viewing experience, valued for the strange light and narrow entrance.

The Blue Cave ticket costs €24 and must be paid in cash. Since it is not part of the $147 tour price, put the cash aside before leaving Trogir. The cave visit is scheduled for about an hour, including the boat cruise and sightseeing, though the actual time inside the cave will be much shorter.

The Blue Cave can be the most memorable part of the trip, but it is also the least flexible. Its opening and viewing conditions depend on the sea and the day’s operation. The provided details do not promise a substitute if the cave cannot be visited, so you should treat it as the day’s main natural attraction, not the only reason to book.

Komiža on Vis Island, a useful break with local flavor

After Biševo, the boat reaches Komiža, a coastal town on Vis Island. The stop lasts about an hour and includes time for coffee, a walk, and breakfast.

This is an important change of pace. After the open-water ride and the cave visit, you can step onto land, stretch your legs, and look around a real island town. Komiža is associated with fishing and coastal life, so it offers a more grounded stop than a purely scenic viewpoint.

Food and drinks are not included. The schedule mentions breakfast, but you should budget separately for anything you eat or drink here. The hour is enough for a simple meal and a short look around, not a full exploration of Vis Island.

I would use this stop practically. Eat something substantial if you need it, refill water if possible, and take care of anything you cannot easily do aboard the speedboat. The rest of the day includes swimming, sun, and more boat time, so this is a good moment to reset.

Velu Žolo, an hour for swimming and snorkeling

The next stop is Velu Žolo, with about an hour for swimming and snorkeling. The setting is described as a hidden bay with untouched nature, a pebbled beach, and time to rest in the sun.

This is where the trip becomes more relaxed. You are no longer looking at the clock only for sightseeing. You can get into the water, snorkel, or sit on the beach. If you prefer not to swim, the pebbled shore gives you somewhere to wait, though the tour is not suitable for non-swimmers overall.

Bring footwear that works on pebbles, along with a towel and sun protection. The supplied information does not say that snorkeling equipment is included, so do not assume the boat provides it. You can still enjoy the stop without snorkeling, but the water time is one of the route’s central pleasures.

The main limitation is the one-hour window. You have enough time for a swim and a little rest, but not an entire beach afternoon. That short stop makes sense because the tour still has Budikovac and Hvar ahead.

The Budikovac Blue Lagoon stop

A 40-minute speedboat ride follows the Velu Žolo stop. The next break is at Budikovac Blue Lagoon, where you get about 30 minutes for swimming and a short rest.

Half an hour goes quickly. You will want to decide in advance if you are swimming, taking photos, or simply enjoying the view. Changing clothes may not be practical during such a short stop, so wear swimwear under your clothes if that suits you.

Budikovac adds another water stop without taking too much time from Hvar. It is useful for people who want several chances to swim rather than one long beach visit. It may feel brief if you are settling into the water just as the group needs to leave.

The repeated boat rides are also worth considering. This route covers serious distance, and the speedboat is the reason it can be done in one day. The same speed produces a rougher ride than a large ferry, especially in open water. Anyone with back problems should avoid this tour, as the operator specifically lists that restriction.

Stiniva Bay and the Pakleni Islands

The route also includes a cruise toward Stiniva Bay and the Pakleni Islands off Hvar’s southwest coast. The supplied schedule does not assign a separate long stop at Stiniva, so expect this part to be viewed from the boat or folded into the day’s cruising rather than treated as a full beach visit.

Stiniva is known for its dramatic, narrow coastal setting. From a speedboat, you can appreciate the shape of the bay without giving up more time from the swimming stops and Hvar. The Pakleni Islands add another scenic section before the final town visit.

This part of the trip is best for you if you enjoy seeing coastlines from the water. It is less suitable if you expect to get ashore at every named location. The itinerary includes several places, but not every name means a lengthy landing.

Two hours in Hvar town

The longest stop on land comes in Hvar town, with about two hours for visiting, lunch, and possibly swimming. Hvar is famous as a summer resort, but the town also gives you a chance to see some of the island’s cultural sights.

Use the time around St. Stephen’s Square and Hvar Cathedral. You can also look up toward Hvar Fortress, which overlooks the town. The harbor is another natural focus, with boats, waterfront views, and the feel of a major island center.

Two hours is enough for a purposeful walk and a meal. It is not enough to see every corner of Hvar or spend a long time at the fortress. I would choose your priorities before stepping off the boat. If the cathedral and square matter most, start there. If you want the best town views, direct your time toward the fortress area, keeping the climb and the return walk in mind.

Lunch and drinks are not included, so Hvar is where the day’s extra spending may rise. The town has famous cafés and places to eat, but the tour price covers transport rather than meals. You should keep enough time to return to the meeting point on the waterfront.

The Hvar stop helps balance the natural sights. Without it, the trip would be mostly caves and swimming. With it, you get a sense of how a major Dalmatian island town feels, even if the visit is only a first look.

What the $147 price really includes

At $147 per person, this is not a budget beach outing. The price includes transport by passenger speedboat, an English-speaking skipper, fuel, taxes, and VAT. Those inclusions matter because the route covers Biševo, Vis Island, Budikovac, the waters near Hvar, and Trogir in a single day.

The extra €24 Blue Cave entrance ticket changes the real cost. Food and drinks are also separate. Once those are added, you are paying for a full-day transport and sightseeing package rather than an all-inclusive excursion.

I think the price is reasonable for someone with limited time who wants the speed and convenience of a guided route. Booking separate boats or ferries to reach all these places would take more planning and might not fit into one day. The value is weaker if you care mainly about lounging on a beach, since the swimming stops are short.

The small-group format is another advantage, although an exact group size is not provided. A smaller boat generally gives the route a more personal feel and makes it easier to hear the skipper and move between stops. You should not expect a private charter unless that is separately confirmed.

Who should book this day on the Adriatic?

I would recommend it to active adults and older children who swim, especially people staying in Trogir with only a short window for island sightseeing. It suits you if you like changing locations, do not mind a fast pace, and want both towns and natural sights.

It is not suitable for children under eight, non-swimmers, wheelchair users, or people with mobility, heart, or back problems. The operator also sets a maximum weight of 275 pounds, or 125 kilograms. Those restrictions are important because this is a speedboat day with repeated boarding, open-water travel, and beach stops.

Think carefully about comfort in the sun. The tour lasts 11 hours, and the sea, waves, and exposure are part of the experience. Pack water, sun protection, a towel, swimwear, dry clothing, and cash for the Blue Cave. The supplied information does not state that meals, drinks, or snorkeling equipment are provided, so plan as if they are not.

The tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure, and you can reserve now and pay later. Check the available starting time before booking, since the day begins at the Trogir waterfront and ends there after the return speedboat ride.

Should you book the Blue Cave trip from Trogir?

Book it if you want a big Adriatic sampler in one day: the Blue Cave for unusual natural light, Komiža for island-town atmosphere, two swimming stops, coastal views near Stiniva and the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar for history, cafés, and harbor scenery.

Skip it if you want a slow beach day, dislike fast boats, or need long visits at each stop. The best reason to choose this tour is not any single location. It is the chance to connect several difficult-to-reach places without arranging the transport yourself.

At $147, plus the €24 cave ticket and your meals, it asks for a serious budget. But if you have only one free day and want to see far more than the coast around Trogir, the route gives you strong value, provided you are ready for a long, active day on the water.

FAQ

Where does the Blue Cave speedboat trip start?

It starts next to Kamerlengo Castle on the Trogir waterfront, at Blue Lagoon Trogir Boat Tours. Show your electronic voucher, and the skipper will call you by name.

How long does the tour last?

The full experience lasts 11 hours, including the boat rides, island stops, swimming breaks, and the return to Trogir.

Is the Blue Cave entrance included?

No. The Blue Cave entrance ticket costs €24 and must be paid in cash.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are not included in the tour price. The stops in Komiža and Hvar give you opportunities to buy them separately.

What language does the skipper speak?

The skipper and tour service operate in English.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Children under eight are not permitted. The tour is also not suitable for non-swimmers, wheelchair users, or people with back, heart, or mobility problems.

Can I cancel the booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later.