Private 3 islands Tour With Speed boat to Blue Lagoon and Solta from Split or Trogir

The Adriatic is best seen at speed. This private boat outing links Drvenik Mali, Drvenik Veliki, Solta, the Blue Lagoon, and Trogir in roughly six to nine hours, giving your group a full day on the water without sharing the boat with strangers.

I like the freedom of a private driver-guide, especially when the group wants more swimming time or a shorter stop in town. I also like that masks, snorkels, fuel, safety equipment, and wind jackets are included. The main drawback is simple: speedboats can be rough in windy weather, and the price of $1,067.25 per person is a serious splurge unless you are sharing the cost with a larger private group.

The strongest part of the experience is the crew. Skippers including Karlo, Franko, Stipe, Mario, Josip, Ivan, Steve, Filip, Mate, Duje, Jakob, Matea, Ivo, and Bozo are praised for friendly service, flexibility, safe driving, and good English. Still, lunch and drinks cost extra, and the best route depends on weather and sea conditions.

Key points before you book

• Private speedboat from Split or Trogir: Only your group takes part, with a driver-guide on board.
• Five planned stops: The route includes Drvenik Mali, Drvenik Veliki, Maslinica on Solta, Blue Lagoon at Krknjasi Bay, and Trogir.
• Two full hours for swimming: The longest stop is at the Blue Lagoon, where masks and snorkels are supplied.
• Maslinica brings a change of pace: You get time for a walk through the fishing village and lunch at your own expense.
• Good crew reputation: Specific skippers are praised for patience, humor, flexibility, safe driving, and keeping the mood relaxed.
• Weather matters: Poor weather can cancel the trip, while wind and waves may make the ride exciting or uncomfortable.

Why a private boat changes the day

A shared excursion often means following a fixed schedule. This trip gives your own group the boat, skipper, and a little more control over the day. That matters in the Adriatic, where one group may want to swim for two hours while another would rather walk around a village and eat lunch.

The guide is both driver and host. The most consistent praise goes to skippers who adjust the pace, recommend good places, keep the boat comfortable, and pay attention to the group. Karlo is singled out for professional driving and a friendly manner. Franko is praised for patience and an enjoyable day. Stipe is described as witty, accommodating, and strong in English.

You may also get a second crew member, depending on the booking. One outing included Stipe with Lucija, while other groups enjoyed the company of Karlo and Hrvoje, or Barbara and Franko. The exact crew is not guaranteed, but the repeated pattern is clear: the human side of the tour matters as much as the scenery.

The private format is especially useful for families, couples traveling with friends, and small groups with different energy levels. You can talk with the skipper about spending more time in the water or making the village stop more leisurely, although weather and the day’s route still set limits.

Drvenik Mali and the Čelica lighthouse

The first stop is Drvenik Mali, a small island setting with a quieter feel than the better-known Blue Lagoon. The visit includes the Čelica lighthouse and the tiny islet of Kljuda, both good places for photographs.

You get about 30 minutes here. That is enough for a look around and some pictures, but not enough for a long walk or a full island exploration. Think of this as a scenic opening stop rather than the main event.

The small islet adds variety. Instead of spending the whole day at crowded swimming spots, you get a brief encounter with more open coastal scenery and unusual natural surroundings. Bring a phone or camera, but protect it from spray during the ride.

Drvenik Veliki and its quiet coves

The next stop is Drvenik Veliki, where the focus is on exploring coves around the island. Again, the planned stop is about 30 minutes, so the experience is more about seeing the shoreline and finding a pleasant corner than covering a large amount of ground.

This is where the private format can help. Your skipper may be able to choose a cove that suits the weather and your group, though no particular cove is promised. If you want a long swim here, ask early, since the schedule also reserves two hours for the Blue Lagoon.

The ride itself is part of the appeal. A speedboat covers more coastline than a slow ferry, but the tradeoff is motion. One especially candid description called the journey thrilling, exhilarating, terrifying, and beautiful in equal measure. That is a useful warning: you should enjoy fast boat travel, or at least tolerate a bumpy ride.

Maslinica on Solta: lunch and a village walk

Maslinica gives the day its most substantial land-based pause. You have about two hours to walk through the narrow streets of this fishing village and choose a local restaurant for lunch.

I like this stop because it breaks up the swimming and boat time. The sea is the star of the day, but a village meal helps you experience the coast as a lived-in place rather than a string of postcard views.

Lunch is not included, and drinks are also extra. That is worth planning for when judging the cost. The tour price covers fuel and the boat service, but you pay separately for the meal and anything ordered at the restaurant.

Two hours should give you room for food and a short walk, though it is not a long visit to Solta. If you want a relaxed lunch, do not spend too much time browsing every street first. The schedule continues to the Blue Lagoon, the main swimming stop.

Two hours at the Blue Lagoon and Krknjasi Bay

The Blue Lagoon, also called Krknjasi Bay, is the centerpiece of the outing. You get about two hours for swimming and snorkeling, and masks and snorkels are provided.

That included equipment is useful, especially if you do not want to pack your own gear for a single day. The water stop is also flexible in spirit. You can swim, snorkel, sit on the boat, or visit the beach bar for a cocktail or snack at your own expense.

The Blue Lagoon can be busy, especially during the main summer season. A private boat does not make the whole bay private, but it does give your group a more comfortable base and avoids being tied to strangers’ preferences.

Do not expect a formal snorkeling lesson. The equipment is supplied, but the tour is built around independent swimming and casual exploration. If you are not a confident swimmer, tell the skipper. The supplied safety equipment and crew presence are reassuring, but you remain responsible for your own comfort in the water.

This is also the stop most affected by weather. Calm conditions make the water break more clearly into shades of blue. Wind can bring waves and make swimming less pleasant, while poor weather may cancel the entire outing.

A short visit to Trogir’s old town

The final listed stop is Trogir, with about 30 minutes to see the old town. That is a useful taste, not a full visit.

Trogir is compact enough for a quick walk, but half an hour disappears fast. You may have time to stretch your legs, look at the old streets, and take a few photographs before returning to the boat. If you want museums, a long meal, or a careful architectural tour, plan a separate visit.

Starting from Trogir can make this stop feel less rushed, depending on the day’s route. Starting from Split gives you a strong coastal outing with Trogir added near the end. The exact order may change, so treat the schedule as a framework rather than a guarantee.

What the boat ride feels like

The boat is described as modern, comfortable, and well maintained. That is important because you spend much of the day aboard, not just moving between attractions.

A speedboat offers access to several islands in one day, but comfort depends on sea conditions. Reviews repeatedly praise the driving, yet one direct warning is worth keeping in mind: be ready for waves. Wind jackets are supplied, which helps with spray and cooler stretches, but they do not remove the motion of the boat.

Music is part of the atmosphere. Several outings included good music, and the crew adapted to a relaxed, social mood. Steve was even praised for keeping beers cold and enjoying the group’s singing. Drinks are not included, so bring money for purchases rather than assuming refreshments come with the tour.

You should wear practical swimwear and bring sun protection, though only the wind jackets and snorkeling equipment are specifically listed as included. A dry bag or waterproof phone pouch would be sensible for a day spent around spray and swimming, but these are not supplied as part of the experience.

Is $1,067.25 per person good value?

At $1,067.25 per person, this is not a budget island trip. The value depends heavily on how many people are in your private group and how much you care about having your own boat.

Fuel, a driver-guide, insurance, safety equipment, snorkeling gear, and wind jackets are included. You also get a long day, multiple island stops, and the ability to spend real time at the Blue Lagoon rather than making only a quick photo stop.

Lunch and drinks are not included. The two-hour Maslinica stop gives you a chance to choose your own meal, which is better than being locked into a set menu, but it adds to the day’s cost.

I would consider this worthwhile for a group that values privacy, flexibility, and a fast route around several coastal sites. For one or two people, the per-person price is harder to justify. A shared boat or a ferry-based island visit will usually cost less, but you will give up the private schedule and direct attention from your skipper.

The price also buys convenience. Instead of arranging separate transport to islands, comparing ferry times, and fitting in swimming stops, you have one boat and one crew for the day. That is a real benefit if your time in Split or Trogir is limited.

Which groups will enjoy it most?

This tour suits people who want a full day outdoors and are happy to mix fast boat rides with short land stops. It is a good fit for:

• Families or friends who want a boat to themselves
• Couples willing to pay for privacy
• Strong swimmers who want plenty of water time
• Visitors who want both villages and swimming bays
• Groups that enjoy music and an easygoing crew
• People with only one day to see several coastal sites

It may not suit you if you dislike speedboats, get seasick, need long breaks on land, or want a detailed historical tour. The stops at Drvenik Mali, Drvenik Veliki, and Trogir are brief. The experience is about the Adriatic by boat, not extended sightseeing in each place.

Most people can participate, according to the supplied tour information, and the activity is near public transportation. Still, anyone with concerns about boat motion or swimming should discuss them with the provider before booking.

Timing, weather, and cancellation advice

The outing lasts approximately six to nine hours. That wide range reflects the route, conditions, and the private nature of the day. Plan to keep most of the day open rather than scheduling another fixed activity immediately afterward.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted, and late cancellations are not refunded.

Weather is a key part of the decision. If poor weather cancels the trip, you are offered another date or a full refund. Do not book this as the one activity that must happen on a particular afternoon, especially if your schedule is tight.

The crew may be the deciding factor

The islands are attractive, but the skipper shapes the day. The most praised crew members are not simply described as drivers. They are credited with safe handling, humor, flexibility, clear English, and attention to the group.

Karlo appears several times as a favorite for professionalism and friendly service. Stipe is praised for his English, wit, and accommodating manner. Mario is described as flexible with the schedule and willing to seek out memorable places. Josip is valued for energy and attention to personal needs.

Mate and Duje are praised as professional and well informed, while Jakob and Matea helped make the day fun and included interesting cave stops. Ivo and Bozo also receive strong praise for the islands and snorkeling. Your exact skipper may differ, but you can reasonably expect a crew that treats the day as a hosted private outing rather than a simple transfer.

Should you book this private island tour?

Book it if you want one active day on the water, a private boat, flexible attention from a skipper, and a mix of swimming, snorkeling, villages, and photographs. The Blue Lagoon and Maslinica provide the main structure, while the smaller Drvenik stops add variety.

Think twice if the price stretches your budget or if rough water worries you. For the right private group, the cost can make sense because it covers transport, fuel, equipment, and personal service in one package. For a small party seeking the cheapest way to see the islands, it is likely too expensive.

My practical advice is to book for a calm-weather day, keep lunch and drinks in your budget, and ask about the planned route when confirmation arrives. If your group enjoys a little speed, a lot of sea, and a skipper who can adjust the pace, this is a strong choice from Split or Trogir.

FAQ

Where does the tour depart from?

The tour is available from Split or Trogir.

How long does the tour last?

The approximate duration is six to nine hours.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

Which places are included?

The planned route includes Drvenik Mali, Drvenik Veliki, Maslinica on Solta, the Blue Lagoon at Krknjasi Bay, and Trogir’s old town.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Masks and snorkels are included.

Are wind jackets available?

Yes. Wind jackets are included for the boat ride.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch at Maslinica is not included in the price.

Are drinks included?

No. Drinks are not included. You can buy drinks or snacks at the beach bar or elsewhere during the day.

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 at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.