Split: Blue Cave & 5 Islands Speedboat Tour
Five Islands & the Blue Cave in One Day from Split
You board a speedboat in Split and visit five islands plus the Blue Cave in one day: 15 minutes inside the glowing cave on a guided wooden boat, swimming time at Stiniva Beach and Budikovac Island, two hours free in Hvar town for lunch and sightseeing, and a final run past the Pakleni Islands as you head back. Entry tickets, snorkeling gear, and a skipper are included. You bring sunscreen and a towel.
Step-by-step itinerary
Blue Cave and Five Islands Tour
- Visit Blue Cave on Biševo Island
- Swim at Stiniva Beach
- Relax at Budikovac Island beach bar
- Free time in Hvar for lunch and sightseeing
- Explore Pakleni Islands
- Boat ride back to Split
- Blue Cave 20m
- Stiniva Cove 40m
- Budikovac Island 40m
- Hvar 1h 40m
- Pakleni Islands 40m
What’s included
- Your day includes travel insurance, safety equipment, snorkeling gear, Blue Cave entry tickets, and a tour skipper and sailor to guide you through five islands and the cave.
- You'll have swimming time at Stiniva Beach and Budikovac Island, about two hours free in Hvar town for lunch and sightseeing, and a boat ride past the Pakleni Islands on the return to Split.
- Lunch is not included, but there are restaurants and cafés in Hvar during your free time.
Information
Speedboat tour from Split to Blue Cave, Stiniva Beach, Budikovac Island, Hvar and Pakleni Islands. Includes entry tickets, snorkeling gear and skipper. Full day tour.
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The experience
Yeah, so the speedboat leaves Split and you're basically on the water for the whole day, and I mean the whole day, because there's a lot of ground to cover. First stop is the Blue Cave on Biševo Island, which is this natural wonder where the sunlight hits the water and everything inside glows this impossible shade of blue. You don't swim in it, though. You get about 15 minutes on a wooden boat with a guide who explains what you're looking at while the sun does the work. It's quick, but it's the kind of thing you think about for months after.
After the cave, the boat heads to Stiniva Beach on Vis Island, and this is where you actually get in the water. Stiniva was voted best European beach in 2016, which sounds like marketing until you see the cove itself, this narrow opening in the cliffs with crystal-clear water and maybe twenty other people instead of hundreds. You get time to swim, float around, take photos without someone's shoulder in the frame. Then it's over to Budikovac Island, which is smaller and has a beach bar if you'd rather sit with a drink than dive back in. The whole rhythm of the tour is stop, swim, move, stop again. It doesn't feel rushed because the skipper knows the timing.
Hvar is the longest stop, about two hours, and you're basically let loose in one of Croatia's most famous towns. The main square is there, the cathedral, the fortress up on the hill if you want to climb it. Most people eat lunch somewhere in town, which is why the skipper gives you that buffer. The last part is the Pakleni Islands on the way back to Split. They're a cluster of small islands with bars, beaches, pine trees, and the kind of light that makes you understand why people come back to this coast. You're heading back as the sun's getting lower, which is when the water changes color again.
The boat is a speedboat, so if the sea's rough it'll be bumpy. Bring a light jacket and something to hold onto. Snorkeling gear is included, and so is travel insurance and the skipper's attention to keeping the group moving without feeling hurried. You need to show up 15 minutes early, bring a towel, sunscreen, a hat, water, and your swimsuit. The whole thing is a full day on the water, which means you're either going to love it or you're going to be tired by the end, but you won't have missed anything.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (8 to 18 years); Child (3 to 7 years); Infant (under 3).
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.
How long is the tour?
A full day on the water. The itinerary covers the Blue Cave, Stiniva Beach, Budikovac Island, Hvar (with about 2 hours free time), and the Pakleni Islands before returning to Split.
Can you swim in the Blue Cave?
No. You spend about 15 minutes inside on a wooden boat with an official guide who explains the cave. Swimming is not permitted.
What's included in the tour?
Blue Cave entry tickets, snorkeling equipment, safety gear, travel insurance, and a tour skipper and sailor. Lunch is not included, but you have free time in Hvar to eat.
Is the speedboat ride rough?
If the sea is windy, the ride can be bumpy. Bring a light jacket and hold on. The tour is not recommended for people with back problems, spinal injuries, or poor cardiovascular health.
What should I bring?
Swimsuit, towel, hat, sunscreen, water, and a light jacket. Arrive 15 minutes before departure.
Do I need to arrange my own transport to the boat?
Public transportation is available nearby. Some operators offer hotel pickup. Check your booking confirmation.
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Split: Blue Cave & 5 Islands Speedboat Tour
11h–12h · EN
from US$ 180 per person
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