50 Shades of Blue

Blue water, small villages, and one full day at sea. The 50 Shades of Blue private boat trip links Trogir, the Blue Lagoon, and Šolta in a relaxed loop of swimming, snorkeling, village time, and lunch. I especially like the private format, which lets your skipper adjust the pace, and the mix of busy-water highlights with quieter island stops. The main catch is simple: lunch costs extra, and nine hours on a boat is best for people who truly enjoy a full day outdoors.

You can book the boat for up to seven people for $783.63 per group, which can be good value when shared among family or friends. I also like that snorkeling gear, fuel, safety equipment, insurance, and pickup are included. Still, check the exact pickup time and location before setting out, since the schedule lists different departure times for Split and Trogir.

Key things to know before booking

• Three swimming stops: The Blue Lagoon and Nečujam provide the main water time, with snorkeling over a shipwreck at the end of the day.
• A private boat for up to seven: Your group travels alone, with room to adjust the pace and timing with the skipper.
• Šolta’s two distinct villages: Maslinica offers an hour to wander, while Stomorska is the longer lunch stop.
• Skippers earn strong praise: Toma, Marco, Marko, and Blaz are specifically praised for friendly service, good English, safety, and flexibility.
• Lunch is not included: You pay for the meal at the family restaurant in Stomorska.
• Pickup covers the Split and Trogir rivieras: Other Central Dalmatian pickup points may be possible on request.

Why this private boat day works so well

Croatia’s Dalmatian coast is best appreciated from the water. From a boat, you see low islands, rocky coves, old waterfront villages, and the changing blues of the Adriatic without spending the whole day in a bus or car.

This trip is built around variety. You get a short stop in historic Trogir, a long swim at the Blue Lagoon, two stops on Šolta, and a final snorkeling session in Nečujam. That gives you more than a single beach visit, but it also means the day has a clear rhythm and several scheduled moves.

The private setup matters. You are not sharing the boat with a large group, so your family or friends can ask for more swimming time, less village time, or a different pace when conditions allow. Skippers have been praised for adapting the timetable, which is particularly useful when children, older relatives, or mixed interests are part of the group.

The boat crew also appears to be one of the strongest parts of the experience. Toma, Marco, Marko, and Blaz are all named in positive feedback, with particular praise for friendly attitudes, English skills, professional conduct, and care around the sea. Toni, who handles the company, is also noted for patient communication when plans needed changing.

Starting from Trogir or Split

The published schedule gives a 9:00 a.m. departure from Trogir and an 8:30 a.m. departure from Split. The meeting point shown for the activity is Matejuška, Trumbićeva obala 3, in Split, while pickup is offered across the Trogir and Split rivieras.

That creates one practical point to settle before booking. Confirm your exact pickup point and departure time with Tamaris Charter, especially if you are staying outside central Split or Trogir. Pickup from farther away may involve an extra fuel charge, as happened for a pickup from Podstrana.

The day ends back at the meeting point at about 5:30 p.m. The schedule is long, but not frantic. You have around two hours for the Blue Lagoon, one hour in Maslinica, two hours for lunch in Stomorska, and one hour at Nečujam.

Bring swimwear, sun protection, and a towel. The boat has snorkeling equipment and safety gear, so you do not need to arrange those separately. Since the boat is also your changing area, modesty and a little planning help. One party specifically appreciated the crew’s respect for privacy, but noted that changing space on the boat was limited.

A quick coffee and ice cream stop in Trogir

If you leave from Trogir, the first scheduled stop is a short 30-minute break in the historic city. This is not a full sightseeing visit. It is a chance for coffee or ice cream and a quick look around before the boat heads toward the water.

That short pause is useful if your group needs to settle in, grab a drink, or stretch your legs. Trogir’s compact old center is attractive, but 30 minutes is not enough for a proper visit to its churches, lanes, and waterfront. Treat this as a pleasant start, not as a city tour.

If you begin in Split, this Trogir stop may function differently or may not apply in the same way. Ask the operator how the route works from your chosen pickup point. The private format may allow some adjustment, but the exact order should be confirmed.

Swimming and snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon, also called Krknjaši Bay in the schedule, is the day’s main water stop. Arrival is planned for about 10:00 a.m., followed by a small boat tour around the islets, swimming, and snorkeling until roughly 11:45.

This is where the tour earns its name. The appeal is the color of the water and the chance to enjoy it from the boat rather than from a crowded waterfront. You can expect a scenic pause focused on getting in the sea, looking below the surface, and taking in the low island setting.

The water activities suit a mixed-age family well, provided everyone is comfortable around the sea. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the private boat makes it easier for parents to keep an eye on younger swimmers.

Do not expect a guided marine-life lesson or a formal beach program. The value here is time in the water, a boat ride among the islets, and the freedom of a private stop. Conditions can affect how pleasant the snorkeling feels, so keep your expectations flexible.

Maslinica gives you an hour on Šolta

After the Blue Lagoon, the boat reaches Maslinica at about noon. You have one hour to explore the village and relax before continuing.

Maslinica is a good change of pace. After swimming, you can walk along the waterfront, look at the boats, and enjoy the feel of a small island settlement. The stop is long enough to get your bearings and take a break, but too short for an extensive visit.

I like this part of the route because it prevents the day from becoming one long sequence of swim stops. You get a taste of island life without losing the main focus on the sea.

The tradeoff is that you will need to watch the clock. If you like slow café time or want to explore every lane, one hour may feel brief. The skipper’s flexibility may help, but changing one stop can shorten another.

Stomorska is the proper lunch break

At about 1:30 p.m., the boat reaches Stomorska for two hours. This is the longest land stop and the main meal break, with lunch planned at a family restaurant.

Lunch is not part of the $783.63 price, so budget separately for your group. The restaurant has been praised for good food and a well-positioned table in a beautiful cove, but the exact menu and cost are not provided. Ask about available dishes and payment details if that matters to your budget.

Two hours gives you time to eat without rushing back to the boat. You may also have a little time to sit by the waterfront and enjoy the village before the final water stop.

This is one of the better choices in the schedule. A long lunch lets everyone recharge, and it brings a taste of Dalmatian cuisine into a day that could otherwise feel like a series of photo stops. Just remember that restaurant quality, prices, and table availability can change, even when the crew helps arrange the visit.

Nečujam and the shipwreck snorkel

The final activity is in Nečujam, from about 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Here you snorkel over a shipwreck, giving the day a more specific underwater focus than the open swimming at the Blue Lagoon.

This stop should appeal to anyone who likes a small sense of discovery in the water. You are not simply swimming in a pretty bay. You have a visible point of interest below the surface, and the provided snorkeling equipment makes the activity easy to join.

The wreck is not described in detail, so do not book this expecting a major wreck exploration or a technical underwater excursion. It is a one-hour recreational snorkel, best suited to people who want a memorable final swim rather than a serious marine expedition.

The timing also works well. After lunch and village time, Nečujam sends you home with one last chance to cool off before the return to Split or Trogir at about 5:30 p.m.

What the $783.63 group price really means

The listed price is $783.63 for the whole group, up to seven people. Split seven ways, that is about $112 per person. For four people, it works out to about $196 each, and for two people, roughly $392 each.

That makes group size the key value question. For six or seven people, a private boat with a skipper, fuel, safety gear, insurance, port pickup and drop-off, and snorkeling equipment can be a sensible splurge. For a couple, it becomes a much more expensive private day.

The price includes:

• Private use of the boat
• Professional skipper
• Fuel
• Safety gear
• Snorkeling equipment
• Insurance
• Local taxes
• Pickup and drop-off at the port

Lunch is the main listed extra. Additional fuel may apply for pickup outside the standard area, so confirm this if you are staying along the coast beyond Split or Trogir.

The strongest value is not simply the boat itself. It is the control over the day. You do not have to follow a large group’s swim time or wait for strangers at every stop. If your party values privacy and flexibility, the premium has a clear purpose.

Who should book this day at sea?

I would recommend it most to families, couples celebrating something special, and friend groups that can share the cost. The route offers enough variety for adults, teenagers, and children, with swimming, snorkeling, food, village time, and scenic boat travel.

It also suits people who want a private experience but do not want to plan every transport connection themselves. The crew handles the boat, fuel, safety equipment, and route, while you focus on enjoying the day.

This may not be the right choice if you dislike long boat trips, want a low-cost group excursion, or prefer a full guided tour of historic sites. Trogir gets only a short coffee and ice cream pause, and Maslinica receives one hour. The focus is clearly the sea and the islands.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. Children must stay with an adult. The activity is near public transportation, but the useful option for many people will be the offered port pickup and drop-off.

Booking advice and cancellation timing

You receive confirmation when you book. Since the pickup information can vary by location, I would contact the operator before the day of departure to confirm the exact meeting point, start time, boat, and any fuel supplement.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Changes made less than 24 hours ahead are not accepted, and late cancellations are not refunded.

Weather and sea conditions matter on any full-day boat outing. The supplied details do not describe a bad-weather policy, so ask Tamaris Charter what happens if conditions make the route unsafe or impractical.

FAQ

How long is the 50 Shades of Blue tour?

The experience lasts about nine hours. The planned return to Split or Trogir is around 5:30 p.m.

Where does the tour start?

The listed meeting point is Matejuška, Trumbićeva obala 3, 21000 Split. Pickup is also offered from the Trogir and Split rivieras.

What time does the boat leave?

The schedule gives an 8:30 a.m. departure from Split and a 9:00 a.m. departure from Trogir. Confirm your exact departure time with Tamaris Charter because the meeting point information lists a 9:00 a.m. start.

How many people can join the private boat?

The price covers one private group of up to seven people. Only your group participates in the activity.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch at the family restaurant in Stomorska is not included in the tour price.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment, safety gear, fuel, insurance, and local taxes are included.

Which places does the boat visit?

The route includes a short stop in historic Trogir, the Blue Lagoon or Krknjaši Bay, Maslinica, Stomorska, and Nečujam. Nečujam is the snorkeling stop over a shipwreck.

Can children join the tour?

Yes. Children can participate, but they must be accompanied by an adult.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s local start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book 50 Shades of Blue?

Book it if your group wants a private, full-day boat outing with several swims, two Šolta villages, and a proper lunch break. The most praised qualities are the friendly skippers, clean and safe boats, easy pickup options, and willingness to adjust the schedule.

I would be especially comfortable recommending it to a group of six or seven, where the price spreads well. Couples should book only if the privacy and personal service are worth the higher per-person cost. If you want the Blue Lagoon without giving up island villages and a shipwreck snorkel, this is a well-shaped day, with lunch and pickup details worth confirming before you pay.