Private boat tour for small groups to Blue Lagoon and Solta Island

Croatia looks best from the water. This private boat tour from Trogir or Split gives you a full nine hours to swim at Blue Lagoon, visit Solta’s small ports, and search out quiet bays that larger boats cannot reach. I especially like the private format for up to six people and the freedom to ask your skipper for a different swimming stop or a restaurant suggestion.

The strongest part is the human touch. Skippers such as Roko, Darko, Zoran, and Marin are praised for local knowledge, good humor, safe handling, and helpful restaurant advice. The main drawback is that lunch and snorkeling gear cost extra, so you must pack well and budget for a meal.

Key points at a glance

• Two hours at Blue Lagoon: Plenty of time for swimming, floating, and snorkeling in Krknjasi Bay.
• Solta beyond the postcard view: Maslinica, Stomorska, and Nečujam each offer a different taste of island life.
• A genuinely private day: Your group controls the pace, with a skipper rather than a fixed large-group schedule.
• Local skipper makes the difference: Roko and Darko receive especially warm praise for their care, humor, and knowledge of coves and moorings.
• Bring your own water gear: Snorkeling equipment is not included, and neither are lunch, drinks, snacks, sunscreen, or a light jacket.
• Good group value: The $830.78 price is per group of up to six, including the boat, fuel, and skipper.

A nine-hour day among Trogir’s islands

This is not a short harbor cruise with a quick swim tacked on. The day starts at 9:00 am and lasts about nine hours, giving you time to combine a famous swimming stop with slower island exploring.

You can depart from Trogir or Split, which is useful if you are staying in either town. The tour returns to the same meeting point, so you do not need to arrange a separate ride from the island. Your ticket is mobile, and booking confirmation is provided at the time of booking.

The boat, fuel, private tour, and skipper are included. That matters because fuel can add a painful surprise to independent boat hire. Here, you know the main cost in advance. Lunch is separate, and the skipper can suggest restaurants when you are ready to eat.

At $830.78 for up to six people, the price works out to roughly $138 per person if the boat is full. For six people, that is a fair price for a full private day on the water. For only two or three people, it becomes a much more expensive outing, though the extra space and flexible schedule may still appeal to you.

The advertised capacity information refers to groups of up to six or 11 people, so confirm the boat size and final capacity if your party is larger than six. The listed group price applies to up to six people.

First stop: two hours at Blue Lagoon

The morning’s main swimming stop is Blue Lagoon, also called Krknjasi Bay. You get about two hours here, which is one of the best features of the schedule.

Many boat trips give you just enough time to jump into the water, take a few pictures, and climb back aboard. Two hours feels more useful. You can swim, snorkel, relax on the boat, and enjoy the setting without watching the clock every five minutes.

The tour does not include snorkeling equipment, so bring your own mask and snorkel. The guidance specifically calls snorkeling gear a must-have, and that is sound advice if you want to make the most of the stop.

Pack sunscreen, too. You will be exposed to sun on the boat and during the swim, with little chance to buy supplies once you are away from the coast. Drinks and snacks are also your responsibility. A light jacket is worth bringing because the ride can feel cooler than the beach, especially early in the day or when the boat is moving.

Blue Lagoon is the most famous stop, which also means it may be the busiest. The private boat gives you a chance to ask your skipper about timing or a quieter nearby cove, but no schedule can guarantee an empty bay. If your priority is peace and quiet rather than visiting the famous name on the map, tell the skipper early.

Maslinica: a short pause on Solta

After the swim, the boat heads to Maslinica on Solta Island for about 45 minutes. This is a sightseeing and coffee pause, not a long town visit.

That short stop suits the rhythm of the day. You can stretch your legs, look around the waterfront, and enjoy a coffee before returning to the boat. Maslinica gives you a change of scene after the open water and swimming at Krknjasi Bay.

Still, 45 minutes goes quickly. You should treat this as a taste of Maslinica rather than a full visit. You will not have time to wander widely, linger over a long meal, and see every corner. The value is in adding a small island settlement to a day that might otherwise become one long sequence of swims.

The schedule is flexible enough for your skipper to adjust the balance between stops. You are encouraged to say when you want a lunch or swimming pause. That makes the trip feel less mechanical than a fixed coach tour, though the total time on the water remains limited.

Solta’s coves and small ports

The next portion is about 45 minutes of cruising around Solta, with the skipper looking for beaches and bays away from the main stops. This is where a private boat can earn its keep.

From land, you are limited to beaches connected by roads or walking paths. By boat, you can see stretches of the island that are difficult to reach and stop in places that would not fit neatly into a standard sightseeing route. Several of the strongest comments about the experience focus on these quiet coves and the sense of having room away from crowds.

The skipper’s role matters here. A local captain knows the waters, moorings, and sheltered spots, and can judge how to shape the day. One particularly useful point from the feedback is that a skipper is valuable even for someone who holds a boat license. Familiarity with local waters and busy summer conditions can make the day easier and safer.

Do not expect every cove to be completely empty. Conditions, weather, and the time of year affect how peaceful a stop feels. But the private arrangement gives you a better chance of finding a quieter place than a boat carrying a large mixed group.

Stomorska and Nečujam add variety

The itinerary includes a brief visit to Stomorska, described as Solta’s oldest port. The listed stop is only two minutes, so this is best understood as a quick pass or short look rather than a full sightseeing visit.

Stomorska adds another layer to the island experience. Maslinica is the planned coffee pause, while Stomorska is a quick glimpse of a historic harbor setting. If you want significant time in the port, ask the skipper whether the schedule can be adjusted.

Nečujam Bay receives about one hour. The focus here is an old shipwreck hidden in the bay, giving the day a more unusual stop than another standard beach visit.

This is another reason to bring snorkeling equipment. The tour does not promise supplied gear, so you should arrive prepared if you want to see the wreck from the surface. The experience is still worthwhile without snorkeling, but the shipwreck is clearly more meaningful when you can view it in the water.

The one-hour allocation is generous enough for a proper look and swim, though your actual time may depend on sea conditions and the group’s interests. If some people want to snorkel while others prefer to stay aboard, a private group can handle that split more easily than a shared excursion.

The skipper can shape the whole day

A boat tour is only as good as the person at the helm. Here, the skipper seems to be a major part of the experience rather than a background employee.

Roko is repeatedly praised for being fun, professional, and comfortable with families. One family enjoyed being allowed to steer the boat under his guidance, and children especially liked sitting at the front when the sea became bumpy. That does not mean every skipper will offer the same activity, so treat it as a possibility, not a promise.

Darko is praised for finding remarkable coves and for giving useful guidance around Solta. He is also described as professional and well informed, with a calm approach that suited families with children as young as seven and 11.

Zoran receives praise for attentive care during a full day, while Marin is associated with helping passengers feel safe and comfortable. The names matter because they show the company uses several skippers, and your exact experience may depend on who is assigned that day.

You should tell the skipper what kind of day you want. Some groups want long swims and little sightseeing. Others want ports, coffee, lunch, and photos. The more clearly you explain your priorities, the more useful the private format becomes.

Lunch is flexible, but not included

Lunch is not part of the price. Upon request, the skipper can suggest restaurants, and the feedback gives this service considerable weight. If you care about eating well rather than simply grabbing the first available plate, ask for advice.

The advantage is flexibility. You are not locked into a preselected restaurant or a fixed lunch hour. You can tell the skipper when you are hungry and decide how much of the day you want to give to a meal.

The tradeoff is that the final cost is open-ended. A group of six should plan for lunch, drinks, and snacks in addition to the boat price. You can bring drinks and snacks aboard, which helps if you prefer a simple picnic or want to avoid losing too much time at a restaurant.

Ask about lunch early in the day. If you wait until everyone is hungry, your choices may feel rushed. A quick conversation after Blue Lagoon or during the Maslinica stop should help you decide.

What to pack for a comfortable boat day

The supplied advice is practical, and you should follow it closely:

• Bring a mask and snorkel if you want to explore the Blue Lagoon and Nečujam shipwreck.
• Pack drinks and snacks because they are not included.
• Use strong sunscreen and reapply it during the day.
• Take a light jacket for the ride, especially in the morning.
• Bring swimwear, a towel, and a phone or camera for photographs.

The boat includes fuel, but the information does not specify seating, shade, a toilet, or the exact boat model. If any of those details matter to you, ask Argola Charter before booking. That is particularly sensible for a full nine-hour outing or for a group with young children.

Most people can participate, and the tour is private. Still, a day on a moving boat includes sun, wind, spray, and occasional bumpy water. If you are sensitive to motion, sit where the skipper recommends and speak up if the sea becomes rough.

Who will get the most from this tour

I would choose this tour for a family, two couples, or a group of friends who want a private day rather than a tightly managed excursion. It is also a good match for cruise visitors who can meet the boat in Split and need a full day that returns to the dock.

Families benefit from the freedom to adjust swim time and lunch. The positive feedback from families with children and teenagers suggests the mix of swimming, boat speed, island stops, and the shipwreck can keep different ages interested.

It is also well suited to people who have already seen Trogir or Split and want to spend a day outdoors. You get some sightseeing, but this is mainly a sea-and-islands experience. If your priority is museums, churches, or long walking tours, spend your day on land instead.

The tour is less attractive if you want every expense included or if you dislike planning what to bring. The price does not cover lunch or snorkeling equipment, and the actual balance of stops depends partly on your conversation with the skipper.

Cancellation and booking details

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the 9:00 am start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund.

The tour is near public transportation, returns to its meeting point, and uses a mobile ticket. Only your group participates, which is a major benefit if you want privacy, control over the pace, and room to change the day’s priorities.

Should you book this Blue Lagoon and Solta tour?

Book it if you want a full private day on the water, especially with five or six people sharing the cost. The combination of Blue Lagoon, Solta’s ports, quiet coves, and the Nečujam shipwreck gives you more variety than a simple beach transfer.

I would be especially comfortable recommending it to families and groups who value a friendly skipper. Roko, Darko, Zoran, and Marin are all praised for different strengths, from humor and safe handling to local advice and careful attention.

Think twice if your group has only two people and is focused mainly on swimming. The per-person cost rises sharply, and you will still need to pay for lunch and bring snorkeling equipment. For a full group that wants freedom, local guidance, and a day beyond the standard route, the price is easier to justify.

FAQ

Where does the boat tour depart?

You can depart from Trogir or Split. The start time is 9:00 am, and the activity returns to its meeting point.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately nine hours.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

How many people can join?

The price is listed for a group of up to six people. Additional capacity of up to 11 people is also referenced, so groups larger than six should confirm the boat and final capacity before booking.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included. You can ask the skipper to suggest a restaurant and let the skipper know when you want a lunch pause.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

No. Snorkeling equipment is not included, so bring your own mask and snorkel if you want to explore the Blue Lagoon or the shipwreck in Nečujam Bay.