Private Customised Boat Tour With Speed Boat

A private speedboat puts the islands around Split within reach, without tying your day to a large group’s timetable. You can explore swimming spots and harbor towns at your own pace, with the choice to steer the boat yourself or hire a skipper.

I like the freedom to adjust your stops and the chance to get out on the water with only your own group, up to four people. I also like that snorkeling equipment is included, so you can make a swim part of the day without arranging your own gear.

The main catch is cost: the advertised price does not include fuel, and hiring a skipper adds a separate fee. The sea can also be rough, so a long boat day may not suit everyone.

• Private for up to four: The boat is reserved for your group, not shared with strangers.
• Five stops on the suggested route: Bol, Krknjaši Bay, Trogir, Maslinica, and Hvar each get about an hour in the stated itinerary.
• Choose how you travel: Hire a skipper or drive yourself with a valid boat license.
• Bring extra money: Food and drinks, fuel, and the skipper fee are not included in the advertised price.
• Snorkeling gear is supplied: You can take a swim and explore underwater during the day.
• Blue Cave is not an option: The boat cannot make that visit, so plan around the destinations it can reach.

A private boat day from Split

This is a flexible outing on the Adriatic, not a fixed sightseeing cruise with a guide narrating each stop. You’ll start at 9:00 am and spend roughly five to nine hours on the water, returning to the meeting point at the end. The exact duration depends on the day’s plan and pace.

The private format is the key advantage. Your group can choose a skipper and discuss where you want to go, or take the helm yourself if you have the required boat license. A skipper can also help you make practical choices about the route and stops, which matters when you want to fit swimming, lunch, and visits to several towns into one day.

The advertised rate is $518.93 for a group of up to four, rather than a per-person fare. That makes the starting price easier to weigh if you are traveling as a group, but it is not the final cost: fuel and food are extra, and the skipper fee is €100 per booking if you hire one. A tip is optional.

Bol: a beach stop on Brač

The suggested route begins with Bol, on the island of Brač, with about an hour set aside. It gives you a chance to get off the boat and enjoy the island’s beach setting before moving on to another bay or town.

An hour is enough for a short visit and a swim, but not a slow day on the island. If Bol is high on your list, ask how the stop fits with your preferred route and the total time available. The tour is private, but the listed stops are only about an hour apiece, so several brief calls can feel quite different from spending a long afternoon in one place.

Krknjaši Bay: swim and pause for lunch

Krknjaši Bay, also called the Blue Lagoon in the tour description, is a swimming stop with about an hour allotted. Snorkeling equipment is included, so you can bring the day’s water time into the plan without packing your own mask and snorkel.

There is also a restaurant and Bar Skhoy at the bay, giving you the option of stopping for lunch or a drink. Food and beverages are not included, and one hour is a tight window if you want a proper meal as well as a swim. If lunch matters more than ticking off another destination, use the private format to discuss your priorities with the skipper.

Don’t confuse this stop with the Blue Cave. This boat cannot visit the Blue Cave, so you’ll need a different excursion if that is the main reason you want to go out on the water.

Trogir: an old town on the route

The itinerary allows about an hour in Trogir, a UNESCO-protected old town with bars and restaurants. It’s the route’s town-focused stop, a change of pace from swimming bays and island villages.

A quick visit gives you time to walk around and perhaps stop for a drink, but it won’t allow for an unhurried meal and a long town visit. Decide in advance whether Trogir is a must-see or simply a welcome break. The trip is most useful when you treat the route as a set of choices, rather than expecting every stop to fill a full afternoon.

Maslinica: a port village on Šolta

Maslinica, on Šolta, is a small port village and a natural place to pause for lunch. The schedule gives it about an hour, and the stop may appeal if you’d rather eat ashore than at the Blue Lagoon.

One particularly useful tip from the day’s experience is to consider Maslinica for a reasonably priced meal. There’s also the possibility of finding a quieter cove along the way, though you should not count on a specific secluded spot. The route is shaped by the skipper, the conditions, and the time available.

Maslinica is a good reminder that the value of a private boat day isn’t only reaching famous names. It’s also having some say in how long you linger, where you eat, and whether a swim or a village visit matters more to your group.

Hvar: town time at the end of the route

Hvar town and the island of Hvar are included as a one-hour stop. The island gives the route another harbor-town visit, and the town is a chance to step ashore after time spent swimming and boating.

The schedule does not promise a long visit, so keep expectations sensible. If you want time to eat, walk around, and relax in town, ask how that affects the other stops and overall duration. With five suggested calls, the day can become a string of short visits unless you and your skipper decide to spend more time in fewer places.

Drive yourself or hire a skipper

If you want to drive the boat, you need a boat license. You’ll also pay a damage deposit at check-in: €1,000 for a normal boat or €1,500 for a big boat. The deposit is a substantial amount to have ready, so confirm which boat you’re booking and what payment arrangements apply before the day.

Hiring a skipper removes the need for you to steer and navigate. The surcharge is €100 per booking, payable directly to the skipper in cash at check-in, and the skipper’s food is also extra. A skipper is a practical choice if you want to focus on the scenery and swimming, or if you prefer someone else to handle the boat.

The fee is worth factoring in from the start. One group’s fuel bill came to €240, but that is a single reported amount, not a quoted or guaranteed cost for every trip. Fuel is charged separately at the end of the day, so ask the provider for a current estimate based on the boat and the route you plan to take. Tipping is optional.

What the price does, and does not, buy

At $518.93 for up to four people, the base price is for a private boat experience rather than a shared excursion. If your group fills all four places, the initial cost is about $130 per person before fuel, food, and any skipper fee. If you are a smaller group, the same group price is spread among fewer people.

The value depends on what you want from a day at sea. If you enjoy choosing your own stops and having a boat to yourselves, the private format may justify the higher starting fare. If you mainly want a low-cost way to reach one island, a private boat with separate fuel and skipper charges may not be the best fit.

For a clearer total, add up the base fare, the €100 skipper fee if needed, estimated fuel, and meals or drinks. Confirm which boat size you’ll use if you plan to drive yourself, since the damage deposit differs by boat type. The tour is often booked about five days ahead, and confirmation is subject to availability.

Sea conditions, timing, and who should go

The trip lasts about five to nine hours, which makes it a full outing rather than a quick ride. The stated physical fitness level is moderate. More important, the open water can be rough, and one account of the trip specifically cautions against bringing young children or older adults. That isn’t a blanket rule, but it is a sensible reason to check the forecast and think about how your group handles boat motion.

The experience is best suited to a small group that likes being on the water, can manage a full day, and is happy to pay extra for fuel and possibly a skipper. It also suits people who value flexibility more than a tightly guided, all-inclusive schedule. If you’re bringing children or anyone sensitive to rough seas, ask about conditions and the boat before committing.

Bad weather can cancel the trip; in that case, you’ll be offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. If you miss the activity because your cruise ship is late or does not arrive on time, a refund is not provided. The meeting point is near public transportation, and the experience ends back there.

Should you book this boat tour?

Book it if your group wants a private day on the Adriatic, has a clear idea of which stops matter most, and is comfortable budgeting for fuel and other extras. The option to hire a skipper is useful, and the route combines island, bay, and town stops rather than focusing on only one kind of visit.

Think twice if you need a firm all-in price, want to see the Blue Cave, or would be disappointed by a day with rough water. Before booking, ask about expected fuel costs, the boat size, and how the skipper can adapt the route. That simple check can help you decide whether this is good value for your group.

FAQ

How much does the tour cost?

The price is $518.93 per group of up to four people. Fuel, food and drinks, and the €100 skipper surcharge are not included.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately five to nine hours. It starts at 9:00 am and ends back at the meeting point.

Can I drive the boat myself?

Yes, if you have a boat license. At check-in, a damage deposit is required: €1,000 for a normal boat or €1,500 for a big boat.

How much does a skipper cost?

The skipper surcharge is €100 per booking. It is paid directly to the skipper in cash at check-in, and the skipper’s food is extra. A tip is optional.

Is fuel included in the price?

No. Fuel is charged separately at the end of the day. The amount can vary; one reported trip had a €240 fuel charge.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included for use during the tour.

Can the boat visit the Blue Cave?

No. The boat used for this tour cannot visit the Blue Cave.