Split: Private Blue Lagoon 3 islands with speed boat

Speed, sunshine, and three islands in one day. This private speed boat tour from Split pairs real sailing time with swim breaks, plus you can steer the vibe with your own music through the Bluetooth system. My favorite parts are the Blue Lagoon stop, with crystal-clear turquoise water, and the easy stop-and-go pacing that still leaves time to enjoy Trogir’s UNESCO sights without feeling rushed.

One thing to plan for: lunch and towels are not included, so you will want a beach towel and some cash for food and souvenirs.

Key highlights you will feel fast

• Private speed boat comfort with sun cover, shade on board, and a coolbox for your drinks
• UNESCO Trogir in about 30 minutes from Split, with time to wander palaces, churches, and towers
• Blue Lagoon swimming in turquoise, clear Adriatic water at Drvenik Veli
• Solta snorkel at Necujam in a calm bay, with a sunken shipwreck spot
• Modern, clean boat setup with Bluetooth stereo, snorkeling gear, wind jackets, and a fresh-water shower

Starting in Split at Sveti Frane, where the day gets rolling

Your day begins at street level, right by the Riva. The meeting point is in front of St. Francis church (Sveti Frane), at Trg Franje Tuđmana 1, on the western end of Split’s main promenade. If you like arriving early, do it. Boats are punctual, and you will want a smooth handoff from land to sea.

The tour starts at 9:00am, and it is set up for a full-day rhythm: ride, explore, swim, repeat. The speed boat itself matters more than you might think. You get a sun deck and a sun cover, so you are not fully exposed all day. That shade becomes a big quality-of-life upgrade in the midday heat.

Also pay attention to what comes with the boat. You get bottled water, snorkeling equipment, wind jackets, and even a fresh-water shower. That last one is practical, because saltwater stuck to you can make you feel grimy long after you are out of the sea.

The 30-minute run to UNESCO Trogir, short ride, big payoff

The first real stop is Trogir, the famous UNESCO town. From Split, you are looking at about a 30-minute fun ride to get there. In practice, that means you are not spending your morning stuck in traffic or waiting around. You get motion, then you get history on your schedule.

Trogir is packed with palaces, churches, and towers. The town also has a fortress on a small island. Even if you do not go deep into architecture details, you can feel the density: this is not a place where you need a map and a whole afternoon to see something good. You can walk, pause, and enjoy the concentrated old-town look.

Here is the useful way to think about the Trogir portion. This tour does not try to turn Trogir into a lecture. Instead, it gives you a window to enjoy the feel of the place and get a few strong photos and stroll moments before the sea takes over again.

If you tend to snack while you wander, remember lunch is not included. You might want to buy a quick bite or plan to refuel later, because you will likely be in swim mode for much of the rest of the day.

Drvenik Veli Blue Lagoon, turquoise water that earns its hype

After Trogir, the next stop is Blue Lagoon bay on the island of Drvenik Veli. This is the water that gets people talking. The sea here is described as crystal clear with a turquoise blue-green color. When you get in, the color difference from the rest of the Adriatic can feel immediate, like someone turned the saturation up.

This is also your main swimming window. Expect time to swim and snorkel, and you will have the kind of setting where you can simply float and look around without turning it into a workout. The boat setup helps here too. You are not just tossed into the water with nothing sorted. You get snorkeling equipment on board, and the crew provides gear use along the way.

One practical note: snorkeling is included, but towels are not. Bring your own beach towel so you can dry off without improvising. Also, if you get sunburn easily, plan your shade strategy. The boat has a sun cover, but your water time is still direct sun time.

Your music matters more than you might expect. The speed boat has a Bluetooth stereo system, so you can play your own playlist while you cruise between stops. One review highlighted that the group was able to play their own music, and once you experience it, it is hard to go back to silent sightseeing.

Solta at Necujam, snorkel a sunken shipwreck in a calm bay

Around 12:00pm, you visit Solta, often called the green island. This part is different from the Blue Lagoon. You are still in the water, but the vibe shifts to calm, sheltered conditions.

Near Necujam, you get to snorkel around a sunken shipwreck in a quiet bay. That is a big reason this stop feels special. You get a built-in focal point, so snorkeling is not just about pretty water. It becomes a short exploration where you can look around for structure and details underwater.

The timing matters. By late morning, the day can be hot and tiring. A calm bay stop is a smart choice because it helps you stay comfortable and not feel like you are wrestling waves. It also gives you a new kind of contrast between stops, which keeps the day from feeling repetitive.

Also, this is the part where you will likely want to be ready with your essentials. Wind jackets are included, which helps if you get breezy on the return ride or after you get out. But you will still want to think like a beach day: sun protection, a towel, and a clear plan for re-drying and changing.

The speed boat setup, what makes this day feel easy

The boat is one of the best parts of the experience, and not in a vague way. People specifically note that the boat is new, clean, and modern. That translates into real comfort for you: fewer worries about how things will smell or feel, and more confidence that the basics are in good shape.

Here is what you get that makes a day like this actually work:

• Bluetooth music so you can bring your own soundtrack
• Coolbox plus fridge space for beverages, so your drinks stay cold
• Sun deck and sun cover for shade when the sun hits hard
• Wind jackets for comfort during sea breezes
• Fresh-water shower for after swimming
• Snorkeling equipment so you do not have to source your own
• Driver or guide in English so you are not stuck guessing

One review mentioned drinks as a nice touch. In the tour details, you are also set up to bring your own party drinks, with a coolbox and fridge for keeping things chilled. That is a practical setup for groups of friends who want a fun day, not a dry, formal one.

If you tend to get cold when you get out of the water, wind jackets are your friend. If you tend to get hot, the shade design helps. It is one of those tours where comfort is built into the schedule rather than added later.

Price for up to 5, why $671 can still be good value

The price is $671 per group up to 5. That can sound steep until you compare it to what you would spend on a combination of boat transport, guided stops, and snorkeling gear for multiple people.

For this price, you are buying:

• A private speed boat experience for your group size
• Stops that include both sightseeing time and swim time
• Snorkeling equipment, wind jackets, and a fresh-water shower
• A set day structure that returns you to Split at the end

The private format is the real value lever here. With a group of friends, paying per person on a shared tour often means you lose the vibe, and you also lose control over how long you linger at each moment. With this setup, the itinerary for private tours is flexible, meaning you are not trapped in a rigid script.

Downside of the pricing model: it makes the tour best when you have a full group. If you are booking as a solo traveler or a couple, you might feel the cost more. But if you are splitting with friends, it becomes much easier to justify, especially because the boat and swim stops are the point of the day.

One more budgeting reality: lunch is not included. So plan for at least a snack and likely a meal on shore. Also, towels are on you. If you pack those basics, you keep the day smooth and you do not feel nickel-and-dimed after you are already out on the water.

What the day looks like hour by hour

• 9:00am: Depart Split, meet at St. Francis church (Sveti Frane)
• ~30 minutes: Speed ride to Trogir, UNESCO old town
• Late morning: Continue onward toward Blue Lagoon bay on Drvenik Veli
• Around 12:00pm: Visit Solta with snorkeling near Necujam, including a sunken shipwreck area
• 2:00pm: Arrive back in Split at the meeting point

That rhythm is what you want in a day like this. It is not a single long boat slog. It is a sequence of high-impact stops where you do something during each segment: walk, swim, snorkel, cool down, and repeat.

Who this tour suits best, and who should skip it

This experience is a strong fit if you:

• Want a private boat day with friends
• Like swimming and snorkeling and want your time on the water to matter
• Appreciate short, high-quality sightseeing windows like Trogir
• Care about comfort and having real amenities on the boat

But there are clear limits. The tour is not recommended for participants with back problems and is not suitable for pregnant women. It is also not suitable for wheelchair users. If any of those apply, you will be better off choosing a different style of trip that does not involve speed boat movements.

If you are generally healthy and comfortable on the water, this day is built for you. The included wind jackets, shade, and fresh-water shower are practical signs that the operator understands how quickly comfort can change on the Adriatic.

Practical tips that make your day smoother

A few small moves will make a big difference:

• Bring warm clothing. Even in summer, sea air can shift after you get wet and head back on board.
• Bring cash for lunch and souvenirs, since lunch is not included.
• Bring your own beach towel. Towels are not provided.
• If you like music, plan your playlist ahead and bring your device. Bluetooth is part of the boat setup.
• If you are prone to sunburn, use shade early and reapply sunscreen before your longest water time.

Finally, go in knowing this is a sea day first. The sightseeing is meaningful, but it is not a slow, museum pace. You will walk some old streets in Trogir, then you will switch into swim mode.

Should you book the Private Blue Lagoon 3 islands tour?

If you want a fun, friend-friendly day that mixes UNESCO sightseeing with high-time-in-the-water stops, I would book it. The combination of a modern, clean boat, the shaded comfort features, Bluetooth music, and the two big swim focuses at Blue Lagoon (Drvenik Veli) and the Solta snorkel near Necujam make this a very satisfying format.

Book this especially if:

• You have up to five people and want the private-value sweet spot
• You care about comfort details like shade, shower, and included snorkeling gear
• You want Trogir without turning your day into a logistics project

Skip it if you need wheelchair access, have back issues, or are pregnant. Also, if you hate swim days or do not plan to bring a towel and manage lunch costs, it may feel less convenient.

Weather can affect sea conditions, and the tour notes that if canceled due to bad weather, you get a full refund or an alternative date. In other words, you are not stuck with a gamble.

If that fits your style, this is the kind of day you remember: boat soundtracks, old-town streets in Trogir, and water color that actually looks like it was edited. And yes, you will probably want to come back to Split sooner than you planned.

FAQ

Where does the tour start in Split?

You meet in front of St. Francis church (Sveti Frane), Trg Franje Tuđmana 1, at the western end of Split’s main walkway Riva. The tour ends back at this same meeting point.

What time does the tour leave?

The tour starts from Split at 9:00am.

How long is the boat ride to Trogir?

The ride to Trogir is about 30 minutes.

Which islands and places are included?

You visit Trogir, then Blue Lagoon bay on the island of Drvenik Veli, and later Solta near Necujam for snorkeling.

Are snorkeling items provided?

Yes. The tour includes the use of snorkeling equipment.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included, so you should bring cash for food.

Are drinks and music part of the experience?

The boat has Bluetooth music, and there is a coolbox plus a fridge for your beverages. Bottled water is included, and you can bring your own party drinks.

Is a shower available on the boat?

Yes. There is a shower with fresh water.

What should I bring to the tour?

Bring warm clothing and cash, and bring your own beach towel.

Is the tour suitable for everyone?

It is not recommended for participants with back problems, not suitable for pregnant women, and not suitable for wheelchair users.