Snorkeling in Trogir: Blue Lagoon & Maslinica

Snorkel the turquoise shallows between two islands, then anchor at a village built for lingering.

A half-day snorkeling trip from Trogir takes you by speed boat to the Blue Lagoon, the shallow turquoise water between Drvenik and Krknjaši Islands, where you snorkel in transparent sea. The tour then stops at Maslinica on Šolta Island for swimming, coffee or a meal before returning to Trogir. A guide leads the route, snorkeling equipment is provided, and the itinerary runs either morning (9am–2pm) or afternoon (3pm–8pm).

The experience

The Blue Lagoon sits in water so clear and shallow that snorkeling here means seeing straight to the bottom. The two islands that frame it (Drvenik and Krknjaši) are separated by this intense turquoise band, and the transparency is what makes it work for swimming and diving as well as snorkeling. You get the equipment on board, so there's no gear to arrange beforehand.

After roughly an hour and a quarter in the water, the boat moves to Maslinica on the nearby island of Šolta. This is the village part of the day: a place to sit with a coffee, grab ice cream, or order seafood and traditional Dalmatian dishes if you want a longer break. Maslinica won national awards in 2012 for best tourist destination in the Adriatic under a thousand inhabitants, and again in 2017 for best Authentic Coastal Destination: the kind of recognition that usually means the place has kept itself intact instead of building for tourists alone.

The speed boat leaves Trogir's UNESCO town center at either 9am or 3pm, depending on which departure suits your day. The full loop (Trogir to the lagoon, then Maslinica, then back) takes five hours. Bottled water is on board, and the boat covers fuel and parking.

What’s included

• Speed boat transport from Trogir.
• snorkeling equipment.
• bottled water.
• fuel surcharge and parking fees.
• English-speaking guide for the full route.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 May 2027

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Child (1 to 9 years)

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.

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Aqua Charter

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon and a village café stop in one morning or afternoon without committing a full day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 9 years).

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 makes the Blue Lagoon so good for snorkeling?

The Blue Lagoon is the shallow turquoise water between Drvenik and Krknjaši Islands, and its transparency (the water is so clear you can see the bottom) is what makes it perfect for snorkeling, swimming and diving without needing deep water or strong currents.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear?

Snorkeling equipment is provided on the tour, so you don't need to pack or rent it separately. It's included in the booking.

How much time do I spend snorkeling versus traveling?

You snorkel at the Blue Lagoon for roughly an hour and a quarter, then the boat moves to Maslinica where you can swim, eat or rest for another hour before heading back to Trogir. The full trip is five hours from start to finish.

What is there to do in Maslinica besides swimming?

Maslinica is a small village with cafes where you can order coffee, ice cream, cocktails or meals. The village is known for traditional Dalmatian seafood and Mediterranean dishes, and it's designed as a place to slow down rather than rush through.

What time does the boat leave Trogir?

The tour departs at 9am for the morning option or 3pm for the afternoon option, both returning to Trogir after five hours.