Hvar-Brac-Solta speedboat tour from Split or Trogir

Hvar town, Brac’s war tunnels and a sunken ship off Solta make for a full day of island-hopping from Split or Trogir. You travel by private speedboat, with three island stops and time for swimming, snorkeling, sightseeing and a restaurant meal.

I like that your group has the boat and skipper to itself, so you can ask questions or enjoy a quieter ride. I also like the mix of stops: historic Hvar, a pebble beach on Brac and shipwreck snorkeling near Solta. The main consideration is the price: $1,002.42 for up to seven, with lunch extra, and the trip depends on good weather.

At a glance

• Three islands in one day: Visit Hvar, Brac and Solta on an approximately nine-hour outing.
• Private boat for up to seven: The group price works best when shared by family or friends.
• Two hours at each island stop: The plan gives you time for Hvar and the Pakleni Islands, Brac’s beach and tunnels, and Solta’s Stomorska and snorkeling bay.
• Snorkeling equipment and bottled water included: Bring your own lunch budget, since the meal is not covered.
• Skippers Ivan and Blaz: Names that appear in trip accounts, with one spelling of Blaz also given as Blaze.
• Weather matters: Poor conditions can cancel the trip, so keep a little flexibility in your plans.

Three islands, one private speedboat

This trip is built around variety. Hvar brings a historic island town and the nearby Pakleni Islands; Brac adds a beach and the unusual detail of war tunnels; Solta closes the day with the harbor village of Stomorska and snorkeling around a sunken ship in Necujam Bay.

The boat is private for your party, with a maximum of seven people. That makes the day feel different from a shared excursion: you are not joining a larger group with a fixed social rhythm, and you can talk with your skipper or enjoy the ride in peace. The reported skippers include Ivan and Blaz, also spelled Blaze in one account.

The tour starts at 9 a.m. and lasts about nine hours, returning to the meeting point. Each of the three island stops is listed as two hours. The remaining time is part of a full day on the water, though exact travel times are not specified. Expect a long outing, not a quick hop to one beach and back.

Hvar: historic streets and the Pakleni Islands

Hvar is the most town-focused stop. You get time to visit historic Hvar town, with the Pakleni Islands also included in this two-hour section. That pairing gives you a change of scene: an island town to explore, then a chance to take in the nearby islands and their clear water.

Two hours goes quickly when a stop includes both town time and the Pakleni area. If you want to linger over a meal or explore at an unhurried pace, you may need to decide what matters most once you arrive. The trip details do not promise a particular walking route or a fixed amount of free time for either part, so ask your skipper how the stop is likely to be divided.

The appeal of a private tour is that you can raise that question directly. One account describes skipper Ivan as friendly and attentive without crowding the time on the boat. He answered questions when asked, while also giving the pair space to enjoy the ride. That balance can be useful on a long day: a good skipper can offer context without turning every crossing into a lecture.

Brac: pebble shore and wartime tunnels

Brac’s two-hour stop combines a visit to secret war tunnels with time at Vela Planica, a pebble beach. That is a more unusual pairing than a standard beach day. You can shift from a glimpse of the island’s wartime past to swimming or sunbathing by the water.

The beach is described as a quiet, secret pebble shore, but do not read that as a promise of solitude. Conditions and visitor numbers can vary, and the tour information does not give details about beach facilities. Pebbles also call for different footwear than sand; water shoes may be useful if you already own a pair, though they are not listed as provided.

The tunnels are another reason this stop has character. The tour description identifies them as war tunnels, but does not spell out their history, how far inside you go, or how much time is set aside for them. If that part matters to you, ask the skipper what you will see on the day. Your two hours need to cover both the tunnels and the beach, so there may be a trade-off between time on shore and time in the water.

Solta: Stomorska and a shipwreck snorkel

Solta offers a gentler finish, with a stop at Stomorska, described as a picturesque restaurant village, and snorkeling at the sunken ship in Necujam Bay. The combination makes this more than a lunch stop: you have the option of eating ashore and then getting into the water to see the wreck.

Lunch is not included, so set aside money for your meal. One useful detail from an account of the trip is that the boat can bring you right to the restaurant entrance. That is a practical perk, especially after several hours on the water, though it does not mean the restaurant meal is part of the tour price.

Snorkeling equipment is included, as is bottled water. The tour does not provide details about the wreck’s depth, visibility, or the amount of time available for snorkeling, so keep your expectations flexible. The sea and weather will shape what you can see and how comfortable it is to swim.

What the private format is worth

The price is $1,002.42 for a group of up to seven. At full capacity, that works out to about $143 per person before lunch. With fewer people, the per-person cost rises, so this format makes the most financial sense for a family or a group of friends who want a private boat.

The value is not just the number of stops. You get a skipper, fuel, local taxes, bottled water, snorkeling equipment and pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points. Port pickup and drop-off are also included. Having a private boat means your group shares the space and can ask for guidance along the way, rather than spending the day with strangers.

A boat’s comfort matters over nine hours. People who took this trip described the boat as new and comfortable, and one account praised a skipper for being friendly and well informed. Those are positive signs, but they do not guarantee the same boat or skipper on your date. If comfort is a major concern, ask what vessel is planned for your booking.

The private format is less compelling if you are traveling alone or as a pair and mainly want the lowest-cost way to see the islands. It may still be worth paying more for the freedom of your own group, but you should compare the per-person total against other options before booking.

Planning your day on the water

The stated start time is 9 a.m., and the tour ends back at the meeting point after about nine hours. Pickup and drop-off are available from designated meeting points, but confirm the exact location for your booking. The tour is offered from Split or Trogir, so make sure you choose the departure area that fits where you are staying.

Bring sun protection, swimwear and a towel if you plan to swim, and consider footwear suited to a pebble beach. These are sensible personal items, not listed inclusions. Bottled water and snorkeling gear are covered, but lunch is not. You can choose to buy a meal at Stomorska, so keep that expense separate from the tour fare.

A full day on a speedboat also calls for realistic expectations. You will spend time getting between islands as well as at the stops, and the sea can affect both comfort and timing. The activity requires good weather. If poor conditions cancel it, you can be offered another date or a full refund.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The experience is private, so only your own group joins the boat.

Who will enjoy this trip most

This tour suits a group that wants to see several islands without arranging separate transport, and that values time on the water as much as time ashore. It is especially appealing if your group wants a mix of town, beach and snorkeling rather than a day devoted to only one activity.

Families may find the private setup useful. One group that included children aged 12, 15 and 16 described the skipper as friendly and informative, and the day as a success for the family. That is encouraging, though children’s comfort on a nine-hour boat outing will depend on their tolerance for time on the water and interest in the stops.

The trip can also suit a couple or a small party looking for a relaxed day with a skipper who can answer questions and give you room to enjoy the boat. One account from two sisters particularly valued that balance. Still, the price is steep for a small group, so weigh the privacy against the cost.

If you are most interested in a long visit to one town, a quiet beach day, or an extended restaurant lunch, the three-stop plan may feel busy. Each island gets a listed two hours, and the tour is designed to cover several different experiences in a single day. It rewards variety more than lingering.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you have a group of up to seven, want a private speedboat and like the idea of combining Hvar town, a Brac beach and Solta snorkeling in one outing. The inclusion of a skipper, water, gear and pickup helps explain the group price, while the private format gives you a more personal day than a shared boat trip.

Think twice if you are traveling with only one other person and watching your budget, or if you would rather spend most of the day in one place. Lunch is extra, the outing is long, and the plan depends on good weather. For a group ready to make a full day of the islands, this is a strong way to combine history, swimming and a meal by the water without having to organize the boat route yourself.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

It lasts approximately nine hours. The start time is 9 a.m., and the activity ends back at the meeting point.

Which islands does the tour visit?

The tour visits Hvar, Brac and Solta.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates, with a maximum of seven people.

What is included in the price?

Fuel surcharge, local taxes, bottled water, a driver-guide, pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, port pickup and drop-off, snorkeling equipment and the private tour are included.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included.

Where can I snorkel?

The itinerary includes shipwreck snorkeling in Necujam Bay on Solta. Snorkeling equipment is provided.

Can children join the tour?

Yes. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather cancels the experience, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.