Blue Cave speedboat trip from Trogir

The Blue Cave is the star, but the real appeal of this 11-hour speedboat trip is the string of very different island stops along the way. Sunlight gives the cave its striking aquamarine glow, then you have time for a fishing-town stroll, a swim and a longer visit to Hvar.

I like two things in particular: the route pairs the famous cave with quieter swimming stops, and the two-hour break in Hvar gives you more than a quick photo stop. The catch is the long ride over open water. If you are prone to motion sickness or need a gentler day, this may not be your boat trip.

At a glance: the details that matter

• The Blue Cave is the headline stop: It is on Biševo, about a 90-minute speedboat ride from Trogir. Entry costs €24 per person and is paid in cash.
• Komiža adds a local-town pause: You get an hour to walk around this fishing village and have coffee or breakfast.
• Swimming is built into the day: The route includes an hour at Velu Žolo and about 30 minutes at Budikovac Blue Lagoon.
• Hvar gets real time: The two-hour stop leaves room to see the harbor, cathedral, fortress and St. Stephen’s Square, as well as to eat.
• The price does not cover meals or cave entry: At $147 per person, the boat, English-speaking skipper, fuel, taxes and VAT are included. Budget extra for the ticket, food and drinks.
• This is a demanding day at sea: The trip lasts about 11 hours, with roughly 10 hours spent on the sea, sun and waves. It is not suitable for some people with mobility or health concerns.

The Blue Cave sets the day’s pace

The trip starts from the waterfront beside Kamerlengo Castle in Trogir. From there, the speedboat makes the roughly 90-minute run to Biševo, a small island off the coast of Vis. That early stretch is part of the experience, but it is also a useful preview: this is a full day on the water, not a short harbor cruise.

At Biševo, the boat visits the Blue Cave, a natural chamber shaped by the sea. It measures about 24 meters long and 11 meters deep, with a low entrance just 1.5 meters high and 2.5 meters wide. Inside, sunlight filters through the water and reflects through the cave, giving the water its famous blue-green glow and making submerged objects appear silver.

The cave visit is scheduled for about an hour, including the boat cruise and sightseeing. The glow is a natural effect, not a light show, so its appearance depends on the sunlight and conditions at the time. The narrow entrance and limited space are part of the cave’s character, but they also mean this is a brief visit rather than a place to linger at your own pace.

There is an extra €24 entrance ticket, payable in cash. That cost is easy to miss when comparing tour prices, so include it in your budget from the start. Food and drinks are also not included.

Komiža offers a slower hour

After the cave, the boat heads to Komiža, a coastal town on Vis Island. The stop lasts about an hour, with time to walk around and get coffee or breakfast. It is a useful change of pace after the early boat ride, and a chance to see a working island town rather than spend the whole morning moving between sea sights.

Keep your expectations sensible. An hour is enough for a short wander and a bite, not a deep look at the town. Breakfast is mentioned as part of the stop, but meals are not included in the tour price, so plan to pay for anything you order.

I like that Komiža breaks up the route with a proper town visit. The stop gives the day a human scale: boats and coast are the main event, but a coffee break on land helps the trip feel less like a checklist of viewpoints.

Swim at Velu Žolo and Budikovac

The next part of the day shifts from sightseeing to swimming. At Velu Žolo, you have about an hour to swim and snorkel, with time to relax on a pebbled beach. The appeal is simple: a longer pause in a bay, away from the steady motion of the boat, and a chance to enjoy the water at your own pace.

Bring what you need for a beach stop. The tour includes transport, not food or drinks, and the information provided does not specify beach facilities or snorkeling gear. If you want to snorkel, check what you should bring before departure rather than assuming equipment is supplied.

The route then includes a 40-minute speedboat leg to Budikovac Blue Lagoon, where there is another swimming break of about 30 minutes. These two stops are valuable because they give you separate chances to get in the water, rather than packing the whole swimming portion into one brief visit.

There is a practical limit to that freedom: the boat keeps to a group schedule. You will need to be ready to leave when the skipper calls, and swimming time can feel short if you want to spend a long stretch on shore. The tour is specifically not suitable for non-swimmers, so do not book it on the assumption that you can simply stay aboard at every water stop.

Hvar gives you a town, not just a view

Hvar is the longest land stop, with about two hours to explore. The town is known for its harbor and summer-resort feel, but its historic center gives you several worthwhile places to aim for: Hvar Cathedral, Hvar Fortress and St. Stephen’s Square.

Two hours is enough to walk through the center, take in the harbor and choose a place for lunch. It is not enough for an unhurried visit to every sight, especially if you want to climb to the fortress and sit down for a meal. Decide what matters most before you step off the boat. You might prefer a relaxed lunch and a town stroll, or a quicker meal that leaves more time for the main landmarks.

The stop also lets you see a different side of the islands. Komiža is presented as a fishing village; Hvar is a better-known resort town with a busy summer identity. That contrast gives the route more texture than a day spent only visiting caves and swimming coves.

Lunch and drinks are on your own. Hvar is the natural place to spend more on a meal or a drink, so factor that into the day’s cost. The $147 fare covers the boat and skipper, not the time you spend at cafés or restaurants.

What the $147 fare includes, and what it does not

The ticket price includes transport by passenger speedboat, an official English-speaking skipper, fuel, taxes and VAT. For a full-day route linking several islands and coast stops, that is the core expense: you are paying to cover a lot of water and multiple destinations without arranging separate transport.

Still, the listed fare is not the full outlay. Add €24 in cash for Blue Cave entry, then allow for breakfast or coffee in Komiža, lunch and any drinks. The tour provider does not specify a meal allowance or a particular restaurant, so you control that part of the budget.

The price makes most sense if you want to see several places in one day and value the speedboat connection. It is less compelling if your priority is a slow day in one town, or if you would rather choose exactly how long to spend at each beach. A tight schedule is the trade-off for covering Biševo, Vis, Budikovac and Hvar in one outing.

The departure point is next to Kamerlengo Castle on the Trogir waterfront. Have your voucher available, and expect the skipper to call you by name. Starting times vary, so check the available departure when you book.

Is a full day on a speedboat right for you?

The tour is designed for people comfortable spending most of the day at sea. The stated duration is 11 hours, and the activity information describes about 10 hours exposed to sea, sun and waves. A moderate level of fitness is required, and a long day of boat travel can be tiring even if you are keen to see every stop.

The tour is not suitable for children under 8, people with back problems, heart problems or mobility impairments, wheelchair users, non-swimmers, or people over 275 pounds (125 kilograms). Those restrictions are worth taking seriously. The route involves speedboat travel and swimming stops, and it is not presented as an easy-access excursion.

Pack for the conditions you expect on a long day outdoors: swimwear for the water stops, and protection from the sun. The tour information does not list specific equipment, so confirm any essentials you are unsure about with the provider. If you are sensitive to motion, consider whether several hours of boat travel will be comfortable for you.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance, and you can reserve now and pay later. Those options help if your plans are not fixed, but they do not change the basic nature of the trip: this is a long, active day with a set route.

Should you book the Blue Cave trip from Trogir?

Book it if you want to make a day of island hopping and are happy to trade a relaxed pace for range. The Blue Cave is the visual draw, while Komiža, the two swimming breaks and Hvar make the day feel varied. The island stops are a particular strength, especially if you want both time in the water and a proper town visit.

Think twice if you dislike speedboats, need a flexible schedule, or want more than two hours in Hvar. At $147, plus the cave ticket and your meals, the value depends on how much you want to cover in one outing. For an energetic day that links Biševo, Vis, Budikovac and Hvar, it offers a lot. For a quiet beach day, choose a shorter trip.

FAQ

How long is the Blue Cave speedboat trip from Trogir?

The tour lasts about 11 hours. The activity information describes roughly 10 hours spent on the sea, sun and waves.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $147 per person. The Blue Cave entrance ticket costs an additional €24 in cash, and food and drinks are not included.

What is included in the price?

The price includes passenger speedboat transport, an official English-speaking skipper, fuel, taxes and VAT.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is on the waterfront next to Kamerlengo Castle in Trogir. Have your electronic or mobile voucher available.

Which stops are included?

The route includes the Blue Cave on Biševo, Komiža on Vis, Velu Žolo, Budikovac Blue Lagoon and Hvar town.

How much time do you get in Hvar?

The Hvar stop lasts about two hours. You can visit places such as Hvar Cathedral, Hvar Fortress and St. Stephen’s Square, and make time for lunch.

Is the Blue Cave entrance ticket included?

No. Entry costs €24 per person and is payable in cash.

Who is the tour not suitable for?

It is not suitable for children under 8, non-swimmers, wheelchair users, people with mobility impairments, back problems or heart problems, or people over 275 pounds (125 kilograms).