Blue Lagoon and Šolta Island Private Speedboat Tour

The best part of this private speedboat tour from Trogir is the freedom to shape the day. You visit Blue Lagoon, Šolta’s villages, a shallow shipwreck, and quiet coves, but your skipper can adjust the pace and route when the weather or your group’s mood calls for it.

I like the small private group and the mix of swimming, snorkeling, village walks, and lunch time. I also like that the skippers, including Josip, Toni, Mario, Andro, and Marino, have shown a knack for adding personal touches, from a fisherman’s cove to alternate cave stops when wind closes Blue Lagoon.

The main thing to weigh is the price: $932.53 per group of up to seven is a serious spend for a day on the water. It makes far more sense for a full group than for two people, and lunch is extra.

Key things to know before you book

• Blue Lagoon is flexible: You get about 90 minutes for swimming and sun, with more or less time possible on a private trip.
• Nečujam has an easy snorkeling target: The old shipwreck lies about two meters below the surface, and equipment is provided.
• Šolta gives the day local character: Maslinica and Stomorska offer promenades, fishing boats, natural beaches, and taverns.
• The skipper can shape the experience: Josip, Toni, Mario, Andro, and other skippers have adapted routes to suit swimming, caves, viewpoints, and quiet coves.
• Weather matters: Strong wind can close Blue Lagoon, but the route may be changed or the tour rescheduled.
• The cost works best for seven: The fixed group price becomes more reasonable when shared across a larger party.

A full day from Trogir, with room to change plans

This is an approximately eight-hour private outing run by Garbin Charter. The boat carries only your group, with a maximum of seven people. That difference matters. You are not tied to a large group’s swimming schedule or forced to leave a favorite cove after five minutes.

Travel time is already part of the eight-hour total, so this is not eight full hours at anchor. Still, the route covers several stops across the Blue Lagoon and Šolta area, with enough time to swim, snorkel, walk, and eat.

I see this as a day built around simple pleasures rather than formal sightseeing. You spend time in the water, take in the coast from a speedboat, and pause in small settlements. The experience works best when you want a break from museums and old-town streets without giving up a taste of local life.

The private format also gives you a useful amount of control. If your group wants a long swim, you can ask for it. If the children are tiring, you can shorten a stop. If the day is breezy, the skipper may suggest a more sheltered place.

The boat and skipper are the heart of the experience. Past guests have singled out Josip for his friendly manner and local knowledge, Toni for making a day especially fun, Mario for his strong English and flexibility, and Andro for a pleasant, easygoing approach. You may not receive a particular skipper, but you can request one when booking.

Blue Lagoon and Krknjaši Bay: the main swim stop

The first stop is Blue Lagoon, also called Krknjaši Bay, where the water is known for its turquoise color. You have about one hour and 30 minutes here, and admission is included.

This is the tour’s clearest postcard moment. You can swim, lie back in the sun, and enjoy the feeling of being away from the streets of Trogir. The private setup means you are not locked into a rigid timetable. If the water is the day’s main attraction for your group, you can ask to linger.

That flexibility is especially useful for families or mixed groups. Strong swimmers may want more time in the water, while others may prefer a shorter swim and a ride along the coast. The skipper can help balance those wishes.

There is one important catch: Blue Lagoon depends on weather and wind. One group found the bay closed because of wind, but the skipper changed the plan and offered cave excursions instead. That is a good reminder not to treat the route as fixed. The sea decides some of the day’s details.

You should also remember that this is a popular kind of coastal stop, so the sense of peace may vary. The tour description presents Blue Lagoon as a quieter natural setting, but the private boat does not guarantee that the bay itself will be empty. The advantage is having a skipper who can look for a better option if conditions or crowds make the first choice less appealing.

Maslinica: a slow hour on western Šolta

After the swim, the boat heads to Maslinica for about an hour. This settlement sits on the south side of a bay framed by pine woods, small beaches, and an archipelago of seven islets.

Maslinica gives the day a welcome change of pace. Instead of simply moving from one swimming spot to another, you can walk along the promenade and stop for coffee. That short break lets you stretch your legs and enjoy the island at human speed.

I like this stop because it adds texture to the outing. The water is the obvious draw, but a coastal village tells you more about how the island feels. You get a glimpse of the waterfront, the small-scale setting, and the relationship between the village and the surrounding islets.

The stop lasts about an hour, so keep your plans modest. This is not the time for a long island walk or a detailed tour of Šolta. Think coffee, a promenade stroll, and a chance to take in the view before returning to the boat.

Admission is free, but drinks and any personal purchases are not listed as included. The tour supplies bottled water, which is useful during a warm day, but bring your own budget for coffee.

Nečujam and the shipwreck two meters below

Nečujam is the snorkeling stop, with about an hour set aside for the bay. At the entrance lies an old sunken shipwreck in only two meters of water, making it possible to see with basic snorkeling gear.

This is a smart feature of the route. You do not need to be an expert swimmer or an experienced snorkeler to have a clear goal in the water. The wreck gives you something specific to look for, rather than asking you to simply swim around and hope the sea provides a show.

Snorkeling equipment is included, along with bottled water. That saves you from packing a mask and fins, though you may still prefer to bring your own gear if you have equipment that fits you well.

The shallow depth should appeal to families and casual snorkelers, but you still need to be comfortable in the water. The available information does not promise lifeguards or special instruction, so keep your own ability in mind. If someone in your group prefers to stay on the boat, the private format makes that easy.

The bay also gives you another chance to ask the skipper about timing. If the water is clear and everyone is enjoying the wreck, you may value the full hour. If the conditions are not ideal, your skipper can help decide how best to use the stop.

Stomorska: finish with a waterfront lunch

The final scheduled stop is Stomorska, a small fishing village where you have about one hour and 30 minutes. The waterfront, natural beaches, and fishing boats give the village a more lived-in feel than a simple swim stop.

This is where the tour’s food plan comes into play. Lunch is not included, but you can choose a local tavern and order traditional dishes. That arrangement gives you control over what and how much you eat, but you should plan for an extra expense.

I would save room for this stop rather than treating lunch as an afterthought. Eating beside the water, with fishermen arriving with their catch, fits the character of the route better than rushing through a packed meal on the boat.

The one drawback is that no restaurant, menu, or lunch cost is specified. You should ask the skipper for help choosing a place, especially if your group has dietary needs or a firm budget. The captain may have useful local suggestions, but the meal remains your responsibility.

Stomorska is also a gentle way to end the day. After swimming and snorkeling, a seated meal and waterfront view can feel just right. If you prefer an active day from start to finish, the hour and a half may seem long. For most groups, though, it gives the outing a proper finish instead of ending with one last hurried transfer.

Why the private format can be worth the price

The listed price is $932.53 for the entire group, up to seven people. That works out to about $133 per person if seven people share the cost. For four people, it is about $233 per person, and for two, about $466 each.

That math tells you who should book it. A family or group of friends filling most of the boat gets the strongest value. You are paying for a private day, not simply a seat on a scheduled transfer, so the cost covers privacy, a dedicated skipper, route flexibility, and a full day on the water.

The price includes snorkeling equipment and bottled water. Lunch is not included, and you should also allow for coffee in Maslinica or other personal purchases. The boat’s fuel, crew, and route are part of the organized experience, but the supplied details do not specify the boat model or onboard facilities, so do not book based on assumptions about luxury features.

For a couple, this is a splurge. You may still value the private setting, especially if you care about choosing your own pace, but the per-person cost is hard to justify unless privacy is your top priority.

Skippers who adapt instead of simply following a script

The strongest feature of this outing is not one single bay. It is the skipper’s role.

Josip has been praised for being friendly and well informed about the area, and for taking a family to a fisherman’s cove where they could jump from rocks with no one else around. That kind of request is exactly where a private boat earns its keep, though you should only attempt water activities your group can handle safely.

Toni has been especially appreciated for bringing fun to a day for a group of seven friends. Mario has been described as accommodating, with strong English and a good grasp of the islands, and he changed the plan when wind made Blue Lagoon unavailable.

Andro has been praised for a comfortable boat experience and a pleasant, flexible manner. Other named skippers include Marino, Ivan, Bruno, Peter, and Marta, each associated with an easygoing, friendly day on the water.

You cannot assume a particular skipper will be available, but you can request one. If a specific person matters to you, ask before paying rather than treating it as guaranteed.

Weather, timing, and practical details

This experience requires good weather. If poor conditions force cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time.

Do not wait until the last day to change plans. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off follows local time.

The tour is offered in English. Confirmation arrives at booking, public transportation is nearby, and most people can participate. The private format means only your own group joins the activity, which is useful if you want to keep the day relaxed or need to adjust the pace for children.

The activity is commonly booked about eight days ahead. That is not a rule, but it is a sensible guide if you want a summer date or hope to request a particular skipper.

Bring practical beach-day items you already own, such as swimwear and sun protection. The supplied details confirm bottled water and snorkeling equipment, but they do not list towels, meals, or other personal items as included.

Who should book this Šolta boat trip?

I would recommend this tour to families, groups of friends, and anyone who wants a full day where swimming is the main event but not the only event. The combination of Blue Lagoon, a shallow wreck, two villages, and a local lunch stop gives you more variety than a simple point-to-point boat ride.

It is also a good fit if you dislike fixed group schedules. Your skipper can adjust the length of a swim, look for a quieter place, or switch stops when wind affects the route.

You should think twice if you are traveling as a pair on a tight budget. The private price is much easier to defend when divided among six or seven people. You should also reconsider if you want a highly structured cultural tour, since the emphasis here is on the sea, scenery, informal village stops, and personal choice.

Should you book it?

Book this private speedboat day if you have a group large enough to share the cost and you want a flexible mix of swimming, snorkeling, island villages, and lunch. The shallow shipwreck at Nečujam and the chance to visit a quiet cove give the route more character than a standard beach transfer.

Before booking, ask about skipper availability, lunch suggestions, and the likely weather plan. If wind closes Blue Lagoon, the day can still work well, but you need to be comfortable with an adjusted route. For a full group seeking a relaxed day around Trogir and Šolta, this is a strong choice. For two people watching every euro, the private price is the main reason to pass.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour is based in Trogir, Croatia.

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts approximately eight hours, and travel time is included in that total.

How many people can join the private tour?

Up to seven people can participate, and only your own group joins the activity.

What places does the tour visit?

The planned stops are Blue Lagoon, also called Krknjaši Bay, Maslinica, Nečujam, and Stomorska.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment and bottled water are included.

Is lunch included in the price?

No. Lunch is not included, though you can stop at a local tavern in Stomorska.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The tour requires good weather. If poor weather causes cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.

Can I cancel the booking?

Yes. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.