Blue Lagoon Boat Tour from Trogir with Lunch and Drinks

The main draw is two hours at the Blue Lagoon, with time to swim, sunbathe and snorkel before the boat heads to a shipwreck near Šolta. It’s a full day on the water, not just a quick photo stop.

I like that lunch and several drinks are included, and I like the second swim stop near the sunken ship Kontessa. One caution: a stop change has occurred without advance notice, and the stated route and timing leave the return to Trogir unclear.

Key points to know before you go

• Blue Lagoon gets the longest stop: Plan on about two hours for swimming, sunbathing and snorkeling.
• Lunch is served underway: Choose from fish, meat or vegetarian options; water, wine and homemade iced tea are included.
• There’s a second snorkel stop: The boat moors near the sunken Kontessa in Nečujam Bay on Šolta.
• Bring €10 for snorkeling gear: It is a refundable safety deposit, not part of the tour price.
• Check the return plan: The schedule mentions Split, free time there and a later boat ride to Trogir.
• Expect a full-day outing: Departure is listed at noon, and the experience lasts about nine hours.

Two swims, lunch and a long day on the water

At $82 per person, this tour combines transport by boat, lunch, selected drinks, snorkeling equipment and use of an onboard waterslide. Its value depends on what you want from a day out: if you’re happy to spend much of the day sailing and swimming, the bundled food and drinks help. If you’d rather have a short Blue Lagoon visit, this is a much longer commitment.

The day is scheduled to start at 12:00, with a request to arrive 15 minutes early. The tour information identifies Bura Line as the agency, but it does not provide a specific guide’s name. English is the listed language, and the driver is noted as speaking English.

There is an important logistics wrinkle. The meeting information says the boat may stop at an open spot on either side of the pier, and advises asking the Bura Line desk for help finding it. The schedule then describes a return toward Split, free time there and a final boat ride to Trogir. Since the tour is presented as starting in Trogir, confirm where you need to meet and where you’ll finish before setting your plans for the evening.

Leaving Trogir with lunch on board

The first stretch is a 45-minute ride toward the Blue Lagoon. Lunch is served during the crossing, with three choices: fish, meat or vegetarian. The information also includes a fruit snack, with fresh fruit specifically scheduled for the return leg toward Split.

That meal service makes practical sense on a tour that runs for most of the day. You won’t need to plan a separate lunch stop, though the food itself may not be the highlight. Keep expectations sensible: the meal is included for convenience, while the main appeal is the time on the water and at the swimming stops.

Water, wine and homemade iced tea are included throughout the day. Additional drinks and food offered onboard cost extra, so check what’s included before ordering if you want to keep your spending close to the $82 ticket price. There is also a liquorice tasting listed for the stop near Šolta.

Two hours at the Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon is the tour’s longest stop, scheduled from 13:00 to 15:00. That gives you more than a brief swim from the boat: there’s time to get into the water, relax in the sun and try the provided snorkeling gear. The tour also offers use of an onboard waterslide, a simple extra that may appeal if you’re travelling with children or simply enjoy a bit of splashy fun.

The clear highlight here is the chance to swim. The lagoon was singled out as a particularly strong part of the outing, and the wider scenery and sightseeing were also praised. Still, this is a boat-based swimming stop, not a guided visit with a detailed program on shore. If you prefer to spend your holiday hours exploring towns or historic sites, the two-hour swim may feel like a long pause.

Snorkeling equipment is included, but the tour asks for a €10 safety deposit to use it. Bring that amount with you and treat the gear as an optional extra rather than assuming it is ready to use at no cost. WiFi is also listed as included, though the tour information does not describe its coverage or reliability.

Nečujam Bay and the Kontessa wreck

At about 15:00, the boat is scheduled to leave the Blue Lagoon for Nečujam on Šolta, a ride of roughly 45 minutes. The boat then moors near the sunken ship Kontessa, where the plan is to snorkel around the wreck from 16:00 to 17:00.

This second water stop gives the day a different focus. At the lagoon, swimming and sunbathing are the main draw; near Kontessa, you have the chance to look around an underwater wreck. The tour information does not describe the ship’s history, the wreck’s depth or any guided interpretation, so think of this as an opportunity to snorkel near the site rather than a formal shipwreck tour.

The timing also calls for a little flexibility. The schedule gives a 15-minute gap between the arrival window in Nečujam and the start of the wreck stop. Changes to planned stops have occurred without advance notice, so avoid arranging a tight connection or an important evening booking around the published times.

The return toward Split and Trogir

The listed plan has the boat leave the wreck area around 17:15, serve fresh fruit during the ride and head back toward Split by approximately 18:30. It then allows for free time in Split from 19:00 to 20:00, followed by a boat ride to Trogir at 20:00.

This is the part to clarify before booking. The information describes the tour as starting in Trogir, but also sets out a return to Split and a later ride to Trogir. A stop change has occurred without passengers being informed in advance; on that occasion, a crew member offered a car ride back to Trogir. That may have solved the immediate problem, but it is not a return arrangement you should count on.

Ask Bura Line to confirm the departure pier, the planned finish point and whether you’ll have time in Split before returning to Trogir. The listed duration is nine hours, while the schedule spans from noon to 20:00, which is eight hours. That difference makes a quick confirmation especially useful if you have a car, hotel plans or onward transport to consider.

Is the $82 price good value?

For $82, you get a long boat outing with lunch, water, wine and homemade iced tea, plus fruit, snorkeling gear, the waterslide and WiFi. The tour also includes two separate swimming opportunities and a liquorice tasting. If you would otherwise pay for a boat trip, lunch and drinks separately, that package can represent reasonable value.

The trade-off is that the food is not guaranteed to be memorable, and any extra onboard food or drinks cost more. The safety deposit for snorkeling gear is another small detail to budget for, even though it is refundable. The schedule and return point also matter to the value: a well-priced day can become less convenient if you need to solve your own transport at the end.

I’d compare this with what you want from your time in Dalmatia. For a day built around swimming, sailing and coastal views, the price covers several useful basics. For a day focused on a guided history lesson, a small-group pace or a dependable fixed return to Trogir, the information here does not promise those things.

Who will enjoy this boat day most?

This outing suits you if you want to spend a substantial part of the day in or near the water and like having lunch and basic drinks arranged for you. The two-hour Blue Lagoon stop is the centrepiece, while the Kontessa stop adds a second chance to snorkel. The waterslide may make the trip more appealing for families, though no age guidance is provided.

It is less suited to you if you dislike long stretches on a boat, want a quiet itinerary with no schedule changes, or need a precisely timed arrival back in Trogir. The plan includes several legs between stops, so the day is as much about moving across the water as it is about swimming.

Pack swimwear, a towel and any personal snorkeling equipment you prefer to use. Bring the €10 deposit for the supplied gear, and consider carrying extra money if you may want additional food or drinks. Arrive 15 minutes before the noon departure and ask the Bura Line desk to point out the boat if you do not see it at the pier.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if the Blue Lagoon swim, the wreck-side snorkel and an all-day boat outing are your priorities. The included lunch and drinks make the $82 cost easier to assess, and the two water stops give the day more variety than a simple out-and-back swim trip.

Before paying, confirm the exact meeting place and final drop-off with Bura Line, especially if you’re starting in Trogir or need to return there. I’d book it for the water time and scenery, but only with a clear understanding of the evening transfer plan.

FAQ

What time does the boat leave?

The departure is listed for 12:00. You should arrive 15 minutes beforehand.

How long does the tour last?

The stated duration is nine hours. The schedule runs from noon through a 20:00 boat ride to Trogir, so confirm the expected finish time and location.

What food is included?

Lunch includes a choice of fish, meat or vegetarian meal, plus a fruit snack. Fresh fruit is also scheduled during the return journey toward Split.

Which drinks are included?

Water, wine and homemade iced tea are included during the day. Additional drinks offered onboard are not included.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling gear is included, with a €10 safety deposit required for its use.

Is there a waterslide on the boat?

Yes. Use of the onboard waterslide is included.

Where does the tour stop for swimming?

The first swimming stop is the Blue Lagoon, with about two hours scheduled there. The second is near the sunken ship Kontessa in Nečujam Bay on Šolta.

Is there free time in Split?

The schedule includes free time in Split from 19:00 to 20:00 before the listed boat ride to Trogir.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.