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Hvar to Blue Cave & Vis: Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling★ 4.91 (1,120) · 7h–8h
Best value
Hvar & Pakleni Islands: Boat Tour with Red Rocks Swim★ 4.95 (292) · 5h
Top rated
Snorkeling Hvar: Red Rocks, Pakleni Islands & Private Boat★ 5.00 (184) · 4h–8h
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✓ 2026-09-28Real price per person across the 12 options: US$ 75–US$ 154 (median US$ 111). With 100+ reviews: 9 of 12.
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Private experiences (3)
Hvar: Blue Cave, Green Cave & Vis Island Private Boat TourYou board a private boat in Hvar and spend the day swimming in the Blue and Green caves, exploring Stiniva Cove's collapsed-cave cliffs, and snorkelling at Budikovac Island's lagoon. Lunch happens in a secluded bay accessible only by boat. Snorkelling gear and a skipper are included; the route adjusts to what you want to do — cliff jump, relax, or mix both. You return to Hvar in the afternoon or evening depending on how long you book.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the caves and coves around Hvar and Vis without arranging a group tour or renting your own boat — the skipper handles navigation and knows which spots work best depending on conditions and what you want to do that day.
Hvar to Blue & Green Cave: Private Day Trip by SpeedboatYou’ll ride a private speedboat from Hvar with a local skipper, swimming at Budikovac Island and exploring both the Blue & Green Caves (tickets extra). Relax over lunch on Pakleni Islands’ sandy beach before cruising back—with plenty of time to soak up sun, sea air, and those unreal colors.
Snorkeling Hvar: Pakleni Islands & Red Cliffs private boatA private boat tour from Hvar to the Pakleni Islands, Red Cliffs and South Shore beaches, with snorkeling gear, guide and seven hours of swimming stops. Your skipper Gordan navigates to hidden coves and a sea cave with a tall ceiling and tiny beach inside, plus optional swims at Dubovica beach (which has a snorkeling cave of its own) and Zaraće beach. Water and ice are on board; lunch can be arranged at a family restaurant in Mlini bay, though it costs extra.Is it for me?The boat departs from Hvar port itself, so you don't need a car or transport to the marina—pickup and drop-off are included. If you're staying in town or arriving by ferry, this settles the logistics and puts you on the water within the morning, swimming at stops a larger tour boat cannot reach.
2 to 5 hours (1)
Half-day sailing Hvar and Pakleni islands: Small group yachtA half-day sailing tour from Hvar on a comfort yacht with a maximum of 8 guests, departing morning or afternoon. The route goes to the Pakleni islands with two swim stops in protected bays, plus a safety briefing at the start and a professional skipper guiding the whole experience. Children from age 1 are welcome; bring your own food and drinks.Is it for me?Reach secluded islands by water and swim in two different bays without the rush—your small group gets the skipper's full attention and a flexible route that adapts to conditions.
Half day and longer (5)
Hvar: Blue Cave & Pakleni Islands Speedboat with SwimYou board a speedboat at 10:30 in Hvar's main port and visit the Green Cave by swimming or small boat, spend an hour at Stiniva Cove (a cliff-backed beach), enter Biševo's glowing Blue Cave, explore a skipper-chosen hidden bay, and finish at Palmižana beach in the Pakleni Islands before returning at sunset. Snorkels, water and skipper are included; cave entries cost extra and are subject to weather.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Blue Cave and several other swimming spots in one day without renting a boat or figuring out logistics yourself—the skipper handles navigation, timing and route changes based on weather and crowds, which is what keeps the day flexible instead of rigid.
Hvar: Blue Cave & Green Cave Swimming Tour with SnorkelingYou swim in two sea caves, snorkel at a lagoon, relax on a remote beach, and visit five island stops in one full day. Snorkeling gear and water are included, and the guide handles the route and timing. The boat leaves from Hvar town and returns there in the evening.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see the Adriatic's most famous sea caves and swim at multiple island stops without arranging your own boat. Plan for a full day on the water with several entries and exits from the boat—that's what makes visiting five islands in one trip possible.
Hvar: Blue Cave & 5 Islands Speedboat Tour with SnorkelingYou board a speedboat in Hvar and visit five islands and two sea caves in one day, including the famous Bisevo Blue Cave at the hour when the light turns the water electric blue. You swim at Stiniva Cove and Budikovac Island, snorkel in a turquoise lagoon, and have lunch and free time in the Pakleni Islands. The skipper handles navigation and timing; you bring sunscreen and a willingness to be on the water for most of the day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the main Adriatic highlights — the Blue Cave, Stiniva Cove, and the Pakleni Islands — in one day without renting a car or buying separate ferry tickets. The speedboat and fixed itinerary mean you hit five places and have time to swim at each one, which is what makes a full-day island tour possible from Hvar.
Hvar Blue & Green Cave Tour: Stiniva Beach, Palmižana LunchYou’ll speed across the Adriatic from Hvar to swim in Vis’s Green Cave, float beneath Stiniva’s cliffs, and watch sunlight turn Biševo’s Blue Cave electric blue—all with a local guide who knows every cove. Lunch at Palmižana Bay lets you unwind before heading back salty-haired and sun-warmed.
Blue and Green Cave Speedboat Tour Snorkel Four IslandsA 7-hour speedboat tour from Hvar Town visits the Blue Cave, Green Cave, Stiniva Beach, Budikovac Island and the Pakleni Islands with snorkeling equipment and an English-speaking guide included. The boat departs Hvar Town and returns there the same day; you swim and snorkel at each stop, entering sea caves lit by reflected sunlight and exploring turquoise lagoons. Bottled water is provided; food and drinks are not.Is it for me?The tour runs for 7 hours on the water with swimming at every stop, so it suits travelers comfortable with a full day of boat time and multiple water entries. If you want to see sea caves and island lagoons but do not want to rent your own boat or navigate the Adriatic yourself, the guide and the fixed itinerary handle both.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 12 of the 12 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Hvar to Blue Cave & Vis: Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.91 out of 5 across 1,120 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 3 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
