Private Blue Cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar speedboat tour from Split
Five islands, three Mamma Mia beaches, one Blue Cave and a full day on the Dalmatian coast
A private speedboat tour from Split that visits the Blue Cave on Biševo island, three locations filmed in Mamma Mia, a swim at Budikovac's Blue Lagoon and free time in Hvar town: all with an English-speaking guide, skip-the-line service at the cave, and snorkelling gear included. The tour runs 10 to 12 hours and requires moderate fitness. Blue Cave entry tickets are paid separately depending on the season.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Blue Cave, Mamma Mia sites, and Hvar
- Speedboat ride to Biševo island
- Visit Blue Cave and skip the line
- Explore fishermen village Komiža
- Visit and swim at Stiniva Cove
- Pass by Srebrena Beach for photos
- Swim and snorkel at Blue Lagoon
- Free time to explore Hvar town
- Stiniva Cove 20m
- Budikovac Island 1h 15m
- Cathedral of St. Stephen 20m
- Hvar Spanish Fortress 30m
What’s included
- Private speedboat tour with an English-speaking guide.
- skip-the-line service and minimized waiting time at the Blue Cave.
- snorkelling masks, snorkels, wind jackets and life jackets.
- fuel surcharge and insurance.
- open-air speedboat transport to five islands and three Mamma Mia filming locations.
Times
Next departure: 1 Jun 2027
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Operated by Providenca Travel & Charter
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The experience
The speedboat leaves Split and heads east for 90 minutes to reach Biševo island and the Blue Cave, where your guide's skip-the-line arrangement cuts through the usual wait. The cave itself opens only in calm seas and good light, so timing varies by season, but the private booking and advance coordination mean you're not standing in a queue hoping for entry. After the cave, the route swings west to the fishermen's village of Komiža on Vis, where you can grab coffee or breakfast at the waterfront before moving on.
The "Mamma Mia" leg of the day takes you past three film locations: Stiniva Cove, accessible only from the sea, where you'll have a short swim and the chance to wade to the narrow beach wedged between the cliffs; Srebrena Beach, where the skipper slows down so you can photograph the spot where Young Donna and Sam walk in the moonlit scene; and then the Blue Lagoon on Budikovac island for a full hour of swimming. Snorkelling masks and snorkels are provided, and there's a beach bar on the island where you can order a drink or juice and meet the resident donkey.
The final stop is Hvar town, where you have free time to explore on your own. The Cathedral of St. Stephen and the Spanish Fortress are both there if you want to climb for views over the town and the Pakleni islands, but neither is part of the organized tour. You choose how to spend the hours ashore. The return journey to Split closes out the day.
Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're traveling as a small private group and want to see the Blue Cave without the crowds, plus the Mamma Mia film locations and a full swim stop: the private boat and guide coordination handle the logistics and the cave's unpredictable access, leaving you to focus on the stops themselves.
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Top questions
How much does the Blue Cave entry cost on this tour?
Blue Cave tickets are paid separately in cash on the day and vary by season: €12 per person from April 1 to May 31, €18 from June 1 to June 19, €24 from June 20 to September 10, and €18 from September 11 to October 31.
What happens if the weather is bad on the day of my tour?
The tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If poor weather forces a cancellation, you'll be offered an alternative tour that same day, a different date, or a full refund.
Do I need to bring my own snorkelling gear?
No, snorkelling masks and snorkels are provided by the tour, along with wind and life jackets and all safety equipment.
Is there time to eat lunch during the tour?
Lunch is not included in the tour price. You have free time in Hvar to eat at local restaurants, and there's a beach bar on Budikovac island where you can order drinks and snacks, but you'll need to budget for those meals separately.
Can the tour pick me up from my hotel?
Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included as standard, but they can be arranged by request. Contact the operator to add this when you book.
Who is the guide, and what language do they speak?
An English-speaking driver and guide leads the tour throughout the day and handles the speedboat, the skip-the-line coordination at the Blue Cave, and the stops along the route.
Private Blue Cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar speedboat tour from Split
10h–12h · EN
from US$ 1,312 per group
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