Private Speedboat Tour: Blue Lagoon & 3 Islands from Split

The Adriatic looks best from the water. This private speedboat tour from Split combines Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, Čiovo, and an optional stop at Maslinica in five brisk hours. I like the freedom of a private boat and the mix of old stone streets, swimming, snorkeling, and quiet coves. The main catch is the price: $777 covers up to 10 people, so it makes far better sense for a full group than for two passengers.

I also like that the route can be adjusted instead of forcing every group into the same schedule. The boat has shade, bottled water, safety equipment, fuel, and a crew, while the strongest praise focuses on the nice boat, attractive stops, and friendly hosts. You should know that food, drinks, and a guide in Trogir cost extra, and a fast open boat can be tiring for anyone with back problems.

Key points at a glance

• A private boat for up to 10 people: The fixed group price can offer good value when shared among family or friends.
• Trogir brings the history: You get time to walk through this UNESCO-listed town, but no local guide is included.
• Blue Lagoon is the main swimming stop: Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and a camera for clear water and views.
• Čiovo adds a quieter coastal side: Hidden coves and local food make this a useful change from sightseeing.
• Maslinica is optional: You may include this peaceful harbor on Šolta if your group prefers a slower stop.
• Five hours goes quickly: This is a highlights trip, not a leisurely full-day cruise.

What this private Split boat trip actually offers

This experience is built for a small private group rather than a large shared excursion. You meet in front of Hotel Ambassador or at a gas station on Split’s west coast, then board a luxury speedboat for a half-day on the Dalmatian coast.

The fixed price is $777 for the whole boat, with space for up to 10 people. At full capacity, that works out to about $78 per person. For five or six people, the cost is still reasonable if you value privacy and control over the route. For only two people, it becomes a costly way to spend half a day.

The boat includes a sun shade, bottled water, fuel, safety equipment, snorkeling masks, insurance, and the crew. You need to bring your own towel, drinks, snacks, sunscreen, and beachwear. Food and drinks are not included, so do not expect a stocked boat beyond the bottled water provided.

The English-speaking host or greeter handles the experience, but a separate guide in Trogir is not included. That matters because Trogir is a place where context adds a lot. You can certainly walk its streets independently, but you will need to arrange and pay for a guide if you want a detailed explanation of the town.

Trogir gives the tour a cultural start

Trogir is the most historic stop on the route and a good choice before the swimming begins. Its UNESCO status reflects the importance of its old town, where you can explore stone lanes, historic buildings, and a compact center that is suited to a short visit.

I like having Trogir at the beginning because it prevents the tour from becoming only a beach outing. You get a little culture, a little walking, and then a change of pace on the water. It also gives you a chance to stretch your legs before spending time in the boat.

The limitation is time. The entire experience lasts five hours, and the route includes several possible stops. You should expect a taste of Trogir, not a detailed historical tour. Since the guide is not included, decide in advance if your group is happy to explore on its own.

A self-guided visit works well if you mainly want to see the old streets and enjoy the atmosphere. If you want dates, architectural detail, and a stronger understanding of the town, budget for a guide separately. The tour gives you access to Trogir, but it does not turn your boat crew into a dedicated city guide.

Blue Lagoon is the day’s main water stop

After Trogir, the boat heads toward the Blue Lagoon near Drvenik Veliki. This is the part most people will picture when they think of the tour: clear water, a sandy beach, swimming, snorkeling, and time to lie in the sun.

The included snorkeling mask lets you look below the surface without arranging extra equipment. Bring realistic expectations, though. The tour provides a mask, not a full snorkeling setup, and the amount of marine life you see can depend on water conditions and where the boat stops.

The Blue Lagoon is best treated as a flexible swimming break rather than a formal guided snorkeling session. You can swim, float, sunbathe, and take photographs. If you prefer not to get in the water, the beach and boat shade give you two ways to relax.

Sun protection matters here. The boat has a sun shade, but you will still spend time exposed on the beach and around the water. Pack sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a towel. Bring drinks and snacks as well, since the tour includes bottled water but not food.

The Blue Lagoon may be the busiest-feeling part of the route simply because it is the best-known swimming stop. The private boat gives your group more control than a large shared excursion, but it does not guarantee solitude. If quiet coves are more important to you than a famous swimming location, ask the crew to give Čiovo more attention.

Čiovo offers coves and a taste of local food

Čiovo provides a different kind of stop. Instead of focusing only on open water and a well-known beach, the tour allows time to explore coves and enjoy local cuisine.

That flexibility is one of the strongest reasons to choose a private trip. Your group may want a longer swim, a relaxed meal, or a quieter coastal pause. The route can be adjusted to suit those preferences, within the five-hour limit.

Food is not included, so any meal or drink is your responsibility. That is useful to know before you leave Split. You can carry snacks and drinks, or spend part of the stop on local food if the group wants a proper break. Keep cash with you, since cash is specifically recommended.

The phrase hidden coves should not lead you to expect a secret beach known only to locals. It means the route can include less obvious coastal spots around Čiovo instead of sticking to one major attraction. The crew can help shape that part of the outing, but the available time will determine how much exploring is practical.

Čiovo is also a good buffer in the schedule. If Trogir feels too short or the Blue Lagoon too sunny, a cove stop can make the trip feel more balanced. If your group wants maximum swimming time, you may prefer to keep this stop brief.

Maslinica on Šolta is the quieter option

Maslinica, on Šolta, is an optional addition rather than a guaranteed stop. It is known here for a peaceful atmosphere, olive groves, and a scenic harbor.

This choice suits you if you want a slower coastal experience and less emphasis on swimming. The harbor and olive groves offer a gentler setting after the speed of the boat. It can also give the route a stronger sense of island life than a simple beach stop.

The tradeoff is distance and time. With only five hours available, adding Maslinica may reduce the time you spend in Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, or Čiovo. You should discuss priorities with the crew early. Trying to fit every location into a half-day can leave each stop feeling rushed.

I would choose Maslinica if your group values scenery, a calm harbor, and a relaxed stop. I would skip it if the main goal is swimming and snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon. The private format makes that decision possible, which is more useful than simply having a long list of destinations.

Speedboat comfort, shade, and practical limits

The luxury speedboat is a major part of the experience, not just transport between stops. A speedboat lets you cover several coastal locations in five hours, and the crew provides fuel, insurance, and safety equipment as part of the price.

There is onboard sun shade, a welcome feature in the strong Dalmatian sun. Bottled water is included, but you should still bring additional drinks and snacks. The boat’s speed can make the route efficient, though it may also make the ride less comfortable for people who are sensitive to movement.

The experience is not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, wheelchair users, or babies under one year old. Smoking is not allowed. These rules are practical rather than fussy: a fast boat, boarding points, and water stops are not a good match for every body or every age.

Wear swimwear under your clothes and bring beachwear, sunglasses, a hat, towel, and sunscreen. Keep your passport or ID card with you, along with cash and personal documents. A phone or camera is useful for the water views, though you should protect it around the sea.

The meeting point is listed as either in front of Hotel Ambassador or in front of a gas station on the west coast. Confirm the exact spot when booking so you are not searching along the waterfront at departure time.

Is $777 good value for your group?

The price needs to be judged by group size. At the maximum of 10 people, the cost is about $78 each. That is a fair price for a private boat, crew, fuel, safety equipment, bottled water, and several coastal stops in one half-day.

At eight people, it is roughly $97 per person. At four people, it is about $194 per person. For two people, the price is $388 each, before food, drinks, or any Trogir guide. That is a premium outing.

The value is strongest if you care about privacy and flexibility. You are not paying only for a ride to one beach. You are paying for the ability to combine Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, Čiovo, and possibly Maslinica without joining a large group.

The value is weaker if you mainly want a cheap swim. In that case, a shared excursion may make more financial sense, though this experience does not provide a shared-tour alternative in the information available. The private format also makes sense for a family or group of friends who want to choose how much time to spend swimming, eating, or walking.

One verified booking gave the boat, locations, and hosts top marks, which matches the clearest strengths of the experience. The overall rating is 4.1 from seven ratings, so I would treat the tour as promising but not perfect. The lack of included food and the short schedule are the two clearest points to weigh.

Who should book this experience?

I would recommend it to a group of friends, a family with older children, or couples traveling together who can share the fixed cost. It suits people who want several different experiences in one morning or afternoon and who like having a say in the route.

It is especially useful if you are staying in Split and want to see more of the nearby coast without committing to a full-day boat trip. Trogir supplies the historic stop, the Blue Lagoon provides the swim, and Čiovo or Maslinica gives you a quieter coastal choice.

I would be more cautious if you dislike fast boat rides, need a wheelchair-accessible experience, have back problems, or want a long, unhurried visit in one place. The five-hour schedule is efficient, but it is not spacious.

Before booking, agree on your group’s priority. Ask yourselves whether the main goal is Trogir, swimming, food, coves, or Maslinica. The private format is most valuable when you use that flexibility instead of trying to force every stop into the day.

FAQ

How long is the private speedboat tour?

The tour lasts five hours.

How many people can join the private boat?

The private group can include up to 10 people.

What is the price of the tour?

The price is $777 per group of up to 10 people.

Where does the tour meet in Split?

The meeting point is in front of Hotel Ambassador or in front of a gas station on the west coast.

Is a guide in Trogir included?

No. A guide in Trogir is not included.

Is food included?

No. Food and drinks are not included. Bottled water is provided, and you should bring drinks and snacks.

What equipment is provided for snorkeling?

A snorkeling mask is provided. The boat also includes safety equipment, a sun shade, fuel, insurance, and a crew.

Who should not take this tour?

The tour is not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, wheelchair users, or babies under one year old.

Should you book the Blue Lagoon boat trip?

Book it if you have a group large enough to share the cost and want a private mix of historic streets, swimming, coves, and island scenery. The best part is the freedom to favor the Blue Lagoon, Čiovo, or optional Maslinica instead of following a rigid route.

Skip it if you are traveling alone or as a couple on a tight budget, or if you want a long guided visit in Trogir. For the right group, though, this is a practical way to see several sides of the Dalmatian coast from Split in one well-packed half-day.