Rent a Speed Boat from Split – Discover Hidden Beaches & Islands

A private speedboat puts the day in your hands: instead of following a set sightseeing circuit, you can talk through your priorities with the skipper and choose a route among islands such as Brac, Solta, Vis, Drvenik, or the Pakleni Islands. It is a full day on the water, not a quick hop to one beach.

I like two things here: you get a skipper without needing boating experience, and the private format gives your group room to balance swimming, quiet bays, and time in island villages. Snorkeling equipment and bottled water are included, which makes it easier to keep the day simple.

The main consideration is cost beyond the quoted price. Fuel is not included, and you return the boat with a full tank; lunch and certain admissions also cost extra. Ask about fuel estimates before you commit, since a full day and a flexible route can make that bill matter.

• Your group has the boat to itself, with space for up to eight people.
• The route is adjustable, with several islands named as possible destinations rather than guaranteed stops.
• A skipper is included, so you do not need boating experience to take part.
• Snorkeling gear, bottled water, and safety equipment are provided.
• Fuel is extra, with the boat supplied full and expected back full; the stated rate is 30 liters per hour.
• The day lasts about 10 hours, giving you time to combine swimming and island visits if your route allows.

From Split, the route belongs to your group

The trip begins at ISLAND DISCOVERY, Trumbićeva obala 2, in Split, and returns to the same meeting point. Once aboard, you can tell the skipper what sort of day you want. The plan might lean toward unspoiled bays and swimming, island villages and their history, or a mix of both.

That flexibility is the central reason to choose this outing. A standard group boat has its route and pace set for everyone aboard. Here, your group can discuss priorities with the skipper and make choices together. The route still depends on practical conditions and time, so treat the named islands as possibilities, not a promise to visit every one.

The possible destinations include Brac, Drvenik, Solta, Vis, and the Pakleni Islands. That is a broad menu for a 10-hour day, but distance and your chosen stops will shape what is realistic. If there is one island or activity you care most about, say so at the start rather than trying to fit in every option.

The trip description identifies Old Split as the first itinerary stop, but gives no fixed sequence of island stops or set times at each place. Think of Old Split as the departure point, then work with the skipper on a practical plan. You are not buying a precisely timed tour of several named sites.

Choosing between swimming, villages, and quiet bays

If you want a day that puts nature first, you can ask to spend more time in bays and swim stops. Snorkeling equipment is included, so you will not need to arrange a rental separately. The listing does not specify the equipment types or sizes, so ask ahead if you need particular gear.

The other option is to make more room for island villages and local history. The skipper can help you shape the day around coastal settlements, and one account specifically praised skipper Toni’s knowledge and willingness to adapt the plan. Toni is not guaranteed, though, and no particular village visit is promised.

A mixed day may suit most groups best: some time on the water, a swim, and a stop ashore for a meal or a look around. The advantage is choice; the trade-off is that each extra stop takes time. Agree on what matters most before you leave, especially if your group has different ideas of a perfect day.

Blue Cave and Tvrdava Fortica are specifically identified as places where admission is not included. Their mention does not mean either is part of your route. If you hope to visit one, confirm with the operator whether it fits the day’s plan and what extra costs to expect.

What the skipper adds to the day

A private boat is only as useful as the person helping you plan and navigate it. Here, a skipper is included, and you do not need prior boating experience. That makes this a more accessible choice than renting and operating a boat yourself, while still giving your group a say in where to go.

One account describes Toni as professional and accommodating, with strong knowledge of the area and an ability to find places to swim and eat. That is the sort of help that can make a flexible day work well: you bring the preferences, and the skipper helps turn them into a route. You cannot count on having Toni specifically, so treat the name as an example, not a booking feature.

There is also a mention of a SUP board, but it is not listed among the included equipment. Snorkeling gear is included; a SUP is not. If paddleboarding matters to your group, ask whether one is available and whether it carries an extra charge before setting off.

The boat, group size, and pace

The price is $602.53 per group, for up to eight people, before fuel and other extras. At full capacity, that works out to about $75.32 per person before those costs. For a smaller group, the per-person price rises, so compare it with what you would pay for a shared excursion and consider how much you value a private route.

The maximum group size is useful for families or a circle of friends who want to spend the day together. You avoid sharing the boat with strangers, and you can make group decisions about where to stop. The trade-off is that everyone in your party needs to agree on the day’s priorities, or the skipper may be asked to mediate a debate over beach time versus village time.

The boat is described as comfortable, but no model, cabin details, or onboard facilities are specified. If you have particular needs, such as space for bags or a sheltered place to sit, ask the operator rather than assuming the boat has them.

Fuel can change the final bill

Fuel is the most important extra to clarify. The boat is supplied with a full tank and must be returned full, and the stated fuel rate is 30 liters per hour. Fuel is not part of the $602.53 group price.

That rate makes it especially sensible to ask the operator how fuel is calculated and what a likely route might cost. The final amount can depend on how long the engine runs and where you go; the information provided does not give a fuel price or a total estimate. Do not mistake the advertised group price for the full cost of the day.

Lunch is also extra. You can stop somewhere to eat or bring a picnic to have on the boat. If you want a restaurant stop, discuss it while planning the route so the meal fits the timing. Bottled water is included, but no other food is specified as part of the price.

What the 10-hour day feels like in practice

Ten hours gives you room to make a full day of the islands, but it is still one day, not a chance to see every possible destination at leisure. A route that includes longer swims or a meal ashore leaves less time for other stops. Decide whether your group wants a slower, more relaxed pace or to cover more ground.

The trip is weather dependent. Poor conditions can lead to a different date or a full refund, and the forecast is worth checking as your departure approaches. A private boat gives you choice over the itinerary, not control over the sea or weather.

The available feedback is limited, so I would not treat it as proof of a guaranteed standard on every departure. The clearest useful points are that a skipper can make the day relaxing and adaptable, and that the boat was enjoyed for swimming and time on the water. A separate account naming Dino appears to have been attributed to another company by this operator, so do not rely on that account to identify your skipper or confirm the service you are booking.

Who should book this private boat

This trip makes the most sense for a group that values privacy and flexibility, and is comfortable paying fuel and meal costs on top of the base rate. It can work well for a family or group of friends with different interests, provided you can agree on a few priorities before departure.

It is less suitable if you want a low-cost, fixed itinerary with every admission and meal included. It also may not fit if you need to know the exact island sequence in advance: the route is meant to be shaped with the skipper, and the named destinations are options rather than a set circuit.

I would book it if your group wants a day that can shift between swimming, island villages, and quiet bays, and if you are willing to ask clear questions about fuel and the route. Before paying, confirm the likely fuel expense, whether any hoped-for stop is practical, and whether extras such as a SUP are available. That short conversation can prevent the biggest surprises.

FAQ

Is this a private tour?

Yes. The boat is reserved for your group, with a maximum of eight people.

How long does the trip last, and where does it start and end?

The trip lasts about 10 hours. It starts at ISLAND DISCOVERY, Trumbićeva obala 2, Split, and ends back at the meeting point.

Which islands can the boat visit?

Possible destinations include Brac, Drvenik, Solta, Vis, and the Pakleni Islands. The route is flexible, so these are options rather than guaranteed stops.

Is a skipper included?

Yes. A skipper is included, and no boating experience is required. A particular skipper is not guaranteed.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Use of snorkeling equipment is included, along with safety equipment and bottled water.

Is fuel included in the price?

No. The boat is supplied with a full tank and must be returned full. The stated fuel rate is 30 liters per hour.

Are meals, admissions, and cancellations covered?

Lunch is not included, and admission to Tvrdava Fortica and the Blue Cave is extra. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start for a full refund; if poor weather cancels the trip, you will be offered another date or a full refund.