Hvar & Pakleni Islands catamaran cruise from Split: 3 swim stops

Three swim stops across hidden bays and the Adriatic's clearest water

A full-day catamaran cruise from Split visits Hvar, the Pakleni Islands and Šolta Island with three designated swim breaks, a professional guide tour of Hvar's old town, and an open bar serving beer, wine and soft drinks throughout the day. The boat departs and returns from dock 4 or 5 in Split harbor. Groups stay under ten people to keep the deck uncrowded. Dietary options (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free) are available with advance notice at booking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Pakleni Islands45m
2. Šolta Island50m

Catamaran cruise and island visits

• Relaxed cruise to Brač island bay
• Swim in crystal blue sea
• Cruise to Pakleni Islands
• Swim in hidden bay
• Taste chicken salad and enjoy open bar
• Guided sightseeing tour of Hvar town
• Free time in Hvar town
• Return to catamaran on Hvar Riva
• Cruise to Šolta island
• Swim stop with fresh fruit and cakes
• Enjoy open bar and party on deck
• Return cruise to Split

The experience

The catamaran leaves Split harbor and heads first toward Brač island for a swim stop in a bay the itinerary describes as crystal blue. From there the route continues to the Pakleni Islands, where a second swim break happens in one of the hidden bays. This is where the open bar opens and a chicken salad lunch arrives on deck. The boat then sails to Hvar town, where you step off for a guided walking tour of the old town's main attractions led by a professional guide, followed by roughly an hour to explore on your own: time enough for coffee on the promenade or to browse the shops along the waterfront.

After reboarding at the Riva, the catamaran heads toward Šolta Island for a third swim stop. Fresh fruit and homemade cakes come out on deck here, and the open bar stays available. The return cruise to Split takes one hour and ten minutes. Throughout the day the boat carries beer, red and white wine, still water and soft drinks. Coffee is also served. Music plays on deck. The whole excursion runs nine and a half hours from departure to arrival back at the harbor.

Meet directly in front of the Summer Blues catamaran at dock 4 or 5: other boat companies board nearby, so confirm you're in the right queue. Bring sun protection, a towel, swimsuit and light clothes. A light jacket is useful if you're traveling in shoulder season. The tour suits all fitness levels and is recommended for children over two years old. Public transport options are available near the harbor if you need to reach the dock.

What’s included

• Three swim breaks in Brač, Pakleni Islands and Šolta bays.
• catamaran cruise of seven and a half hours.
• professional guide tour of Hvar old town plus one hour free time in town.
• chicken salad lunch, fresh fruit and homemade cakes.
• open bar with beer, red and white wine, soft drinks, still water and coffee.
• live English-language guide.
• Wi-Fi on board.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and SundayDeparts at 08:30Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to9h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 78

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Summer Blues

Is this one for you?Book this if you want three swim stops across Brač, Hvar, and the Pakleni Islands plus a guided tour of Hvar's old town all in one afternoon departure, with meals and drinks included on the boat.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the three swim stops on this Hvar catamaran cruise?

The three swim breaks happen at a bay near Brač Island, in one of the hidden bays of the Pakleni Islands, and at Šolta Island. Each stop gives time to refresh in the Adriatic before the boat moves on to the next destination.

Is lunch included on the Split to Hvar catamaran tour?

Yes. A chicken salad is served at the Pakleni Islands stop, along with fresh fruit and homemade cakes at Šolta Island. The open bar with beer, wine, soft drinks and water runs throughout the day after the first swim stop.

How much time do you get to explore Hvar town on your own?

After the professional guide tour of Hvar's main attractions, you have about an hour of free time to walk the town, sit at a café on the promenade or shop for souvenirs before reboarding the catamaran.

What should I bring for this full-day catamaran cruise?

Bring sun protection cream, a towel, swimsuit and light clothes. A light jacket is recommended if you're traveling in early spring or late autumn. The boat provides Wi-Fi on board.

Can I get vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free meals on this tour?

Yes. Vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free and gluten-free options are available. Let the operator know at the time of booking which dietary needs apply to your group.

Where do I meet the catamaran in Split?

Meet directly in front of the Summer Blues catamaran at dock 4 or 5 in Split harbor. Other boat companies board at nearby docks, so confirm you're joining the correct queue before boarding.