Luxury Blue and Green Cave private tour

A private boat from Hvar gives you a way to reach sea caves and coves that are difficult or impossible to visit by land. For about six hours, you and your group can swim, snorkel, and let the captain shape the route around your interests and the day’s conditions.

I like two things here: the flexible route, which lets you linger at a favorite stop or seek quieter places, and the crew’s practical help, from keeping the group safe and hydrated to arranging a waterfront lunch reservation. One consideration is cost: at $1,446.70 for the boat, this makes most sense when you can share it with a larger group, and cave admission is extra.

Key points before you book

• A private boat for up to 12: Your group has its own captain and crew rather than sharing the ride with strangers.
• A route that can change: You can discuss options with the captain instead of following a fixed schedule.
• Three headline stops: The planned route includes the Green Cave, Stiniva Cove, and a cave stop at Biševo.
• Snorkeling gear is included: You also get soft drinks, life jackets, music, and use of a toilet.
• Cave entry costs extra: The stated fees are 70 kuna for the Green Cave and 100 kuna for the Blue Cave. Confirm current charges before departure.
• Plan for the weather: The tour requires good weather, and a cave visit may not happen if conditions or access prevent it.

A private boat changes the shape of a Hvar day

The main advantage is freedom. Rather than moving with a large shared group on a set timetable, you have a private captain and crew and can talk through what you would like to see. That could mean following the planned cave-and-cove route, spending more time swimming, or taking the captain’s advice on local places that may be less crowded.

Flexibility does not mean every stop is guaranteed. The tour is weather-dependent, and one outing has had to skip the Blue Cave when it was closed. If a particular cave is your main reason for booking, ask about its status and the day’s route before setting out, and keep some room in your plans for changes.

The crew’s role is part of the value. Tony and Marco, and a captain named Toni, have been singled out for offering route options, sharing information at stops, and looking after the group. They have also joined in activities such as cliff jumping and exploring underwater caves, when those suited the outing. That personal, hands-on approach is a different feel from simply being ferried between stops.

Green Cave: a first stop with options

The Green Cave is planned as a one-hour stop. You can swim and snorkel, or go inside the cave in a small boat with a guide. That choice is useful if your group has mixed interests or comfort levels in the water: you do not have to make the entire visit depend on everyone wanting the same activity.

Snorkeling equipment is included, so you do not need to arrange a hire elsewhere. Life jackets are also provided. The cave’s admission fee is not included, however. The stated charge is 70 kuna, so check the current price when you book or before departure rather than treating that figure as guaranteed.

A full hour gives the stop room to be more than a quick photo pause. Still, it is one part of a six-hour day, and the actual time at each place can depend on the route and conditions. If the Green Cave is high on your list, say so early and ask how the captain expects to handle the stop.

Stiniva Cove: a swim and a beach-bar pause

Stiniva Cove is scheduled for about an hour, with time to swim or snorkel and the option to get refreshments at a beach bar. It has been described as Europe’s best beach for 2016, a useful clue to its reputation, though the title alone cannot promise a quiet visit or a particular kind of beach day.

This stop gives the itinerary a change of pace. After a cave visit, you can get into the water, take a break on shore, or simply enjoy a drink before moving on. That flexibility matters when one person wants to swim and another would rather sit out for a while.

The captain may also adjust where you stop, based on your requests and the day’s conditions. One outing included several beaches and a beach-bar stop, with plenty of time at each place. Treat that as a good example of how the day can unfold, not a promise that every trip will follow the same sequence.

Biševo and the Blue Cave question

The third listed stop is Cave Biševo, planned for about 30 minutes. The tour’s name and separate Blue Cave fee make the Blue Cave part of the experience to ask about, but do not assume access is guaranteed on your date. A previous outing went to the Green Cave instead because the Blue Cave was closed.

The Blue Cave admission fee is listed separately at 100 kuna. As with the Green Cave charge, confirm the current cost and whether the cave is open before you set off. The 30-minute timing is a useful guide, but it should not be read as a guarantee that you will get a particular length of time inside.

If the Blue Cave is a must-see, ask the operator what happens if it is closed and whether the captain can suggest another stop. If you are more interested in a relaxed day on the water than in one specific cave, the route’s flexibility may matter more than checking off a single landmark.

The crew can make the day feel personal

The strongest detail about the crew is not just that they drive the boat. Tony and Marco, and captain Toni, have been praised for suggesting local stops, explaining places along the way, and adapting when a group arrives without a set plan. One group let the captain choose the route and visited the Green Cave and several beaches.

The crew has also helped with practical touches that can make a private outing easier. They have made a lunch reservation at a winery or restaurant on the water, and have kept an eye on safety and hydration. Do not count on a winery lunch being included or available every time: it is an example of a request the crew has helped arrange, not a set part of the six-hour itinerary.

That distinction is worth keeping in mind when you book. The tour includes soft drinks, but lunch is not listed as part of the price. If you want to stop for a meal, ask the operator what options fit the day’s route and how payment works.

What the price buys your group

The price is $1,446.70 per group, for up to 12 people. With a full group, that works out to about $120.56 per person before cave admission. With fewer people, the per-person cost rises, so the tour is best value when you can fill more of the boat or place a high value on having a private route.

You are paying for exclusive use of the boat, a captain and crew, and the option to tailor the day. Snorkeling gear, soft drinks, life jackets, music, a toilet, and travel insurance are included. Those practical inclusions mean you can focus on the time on the water without separately arranging basic snorkeling equipment or refreshments.

Cave admission is the main extra cost identified. Budget for the Green Cave and Blue Cave fees if you plan to enter both, and verify the current amounts. There is no included lunch listed, even though the crew may help arrange a stop at a waterfront restaurant or winery.

Timing, meeting point, and weather

The outing lasts about six hours and starts and ends at CROFFERS Tourist Agency, Jurja Matijevića 17, in Hvar. The tour is offered in English, and booking confirmation is provided at the time of booking. It is a private activity, so only your group participates.

The tour is booked, on average, 57 days in advance. That is not a required lead time, but it suggests booking early if your dates are fixed, especially if you want a private boat for a larger party. The activity is described as suitable for most participants, but no more specific accessibility details are provided.

Weather is the practical uncertainty. If poor weather cancels the tour, you are offered another date or a full refund. If you cancel, you need to do so at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund; changes made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted.

Who should book this Hvar boat tour?

This tour suits a group that wants a day on the water with room to make choices as it goes. It is particularly appealing for friends or families who want to swim, snorkel, visit caves, and pause at beaches without following a shared group’s schedule. Having a captain who can suggest local stops is useful if you would rather not plan every hour yourself.

It is less compelling if you are travelling alone or as a couple and mainly want the lowest-cost way to see the caves. The boat price stays the same for the group, and cave tickets cost extra. It may also disappoint someone who sees the Blue Cave as an absolute must, since cave access can change.

I would book it if privacy, a flexible route, and a full half-day at sea matter more to you than a fixed checklist of stops. Before paying, confirm the cave status, current admission fees, and whether you can include a meal stop. That small bit of planning helps you know what the price covers and what the captain can adapt.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

It lasts about six hours.

How many people can join the private tour?

The price covers a group of up to 12 people. Only your group participates.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at CROFFERS Tourist Agency, Jurja Matijevića 17, Hvar, and returns to the same meeting point.

What stops are planned?

The planned stops are the Green Cave, Stiniva Cove, and Cave Biševo. The route may be adjusted.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Use of snorkeling equipment is included, as are life jackets.

Are drinks included?

Soft drinks are included. Lunch is not listed as included.

Are cave admission fees included?

No. The stated fees are 70 kuna for the Green Cave and 100 kuna for the Blue Cave. Confirm current charges before departure.

Is the Blue Cave guaranteed to be open?

No. The tour requires good weather, and a previous outing went to the Green Cave because the Blue Cave was closed.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You are offered a different date or a full refund.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time. The cut-off is based on local time.