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Cruise from Split to the crystalline Blue Lagoon, Šolta’s fishing coves and Čiovo’s Duga Bay on a full-day boat tour that includes lunch, drinks and snorkel gear. Perfect for swimmers and casual sightseers looking for easy sea time and island views.
Cruise from Split to the crystalline Blue Lagoon, Šolta’s fishing coves and Čiovo’s Duga Bay on a full-day boat tour that includes lunch, drinks and snorkel gear. Perfect for swimmers and casual sightseers looking for easy sea time and island views.
The boat slips away from Split’s sun-warmed Riva and the city peels back behind you: stone facades, ferry horns and the chatter of cafés. Salt smells sharpen; the Adriatic opens into a wide blue that seems to pull the hull toward the islands. Within an hour the water clarifies to turquoise and the first visit is the famous Blue Lagoon at Drvenik — a shallow, sandy-bottom bay that invites easy snorkeling and slow, deliberate swims.
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Operated by Adria Mice · Split, Split-Dalmatia County
The boat slips away from Split’s sun-warmed Riva and the city peels back behind you: stone facades, ferry horns and the chatter of cafés. Salt smells sharpen; the Adriatic opens into a wide blue that seems to pull the hull toward the islands. Within an hour the water clarifies to turquoise and the first visit is the famous Blue Lagoon at Drvenik — a shallow, sandy-bottom bay that invites easy snorkeling and slow, deliberate swims.
This coastline is the product of karst geology and Dalmatian island-building: limestone slabs weathered into rocky shoals and sheltered bays. Šolta’s tiny fishing hamlets like Maslinica still show traditional stone houses and olive groves; Čiovo’s long Duga Bay offers calmer waters and a view back toward the Split promenade. The islands have been fished and farmed for centuries — look for centuries-old terraces and small family-run fisheries when the boat ties up.
Practical guidance: bring reef-safe sunscreen, a light long-sleeve for sun and wind, and a waterproof pouch for phones. The tour includes bottled water, lunch (choice of fish, chicken or vegetarian) and alcoholic beverages, plus snorkel equipment; plan to arrive 15 minutes early at the Riva meeting point. Expect several swim stops, roughly 60–120 minutes at each main bay, and a relaxed pace designed for mixed fitness levels.
Timing matters: mornings have the clearest water for snorkeling; late afternoon light is best for photos. Respect local rules — avoid anchoring on seagrass beds — and leave nothing behind but footprints on the sand.
easy.
8–9 hours.
Suitable for a wide range of fitness levels; you should be comfortable boarding a small boat and swimming short distances.
The tour runs about 9 hours, departing Split in the morning with stops at the Blue Lagoon, Maslinica on Šolta and Duga Bay on Čiovo, with swim/snorkel breaks and lunch included.
Yes — snorkel masks and basic snorkel gear are provided as part of the tour; you may bring your own for a better fit.
Yes — the tour is rated easy and suitable for all fitness levels; infants should sit on laps and life jackets are available on board.
Lunch is provided with a choice of fish, chicken or vegetarian options; bottled water, soft drinks and a glass of red or white wine are included.
These islands have long supported fishing and olive cultivation; small villages on Šolta preserve stone architecture and family-run fisheries dating back generations.
Avoid touching seagrass beds and anchor only in designated sandy areas; choose reef-safe sunscreen and pack out all trash to minimize impact.
Adria Mice operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The boat slips away from Split’s sun-warmed Riva and the city peels back behind you: stone facades, ferry horns and the chatter of cafés. Salt smells sharpen; the Adriatic opens into a wide blue that seems to pull the hull toward the islands. Within an hour the water clarifies to turquoise and the first visit is the famous Blue Lagoon at Drvenik — a shallow, sandy-bottom bay that invites easy snorkeling and slow, deliberate swims.
The boat slips away from Split’s sun-warmed Riva and the city peels back behind you: stone facades, ferry horns and the chatter of cafés. Salt smells sharpen; the Adriatic opens into a wide blue that seems to pull the hull toward the islands. Within an hour the water clarifies to turquoise and the first visit is the famous Blue Lagoon at Drvenik — a shallow, sandy-bottom bay that invites easy snorkeling and slow, deliberate swims.
This coastline is the product of karst geology and Dalmatian island-building: limestone slabs weathered into rocky shoals and sheltered bays. Šolta’s tiny fishing hamlets like Maslinica still show traditional stone houses and olive groves; Čiovo’s long Duga Bay offers calmer waters and a view back toward the Split promenade. The islands have been fished and farmed for centuries — look for centuries-old terraces and small family-run fisheries when the boat ties up.
Practical guidance: bring reef-safe sunscreen, a light long-sleeve for sun and wind, and a waterproof pouch for phones. The tour includes bottled water, lunch (choice of fish, chicken or vegetarian) and alcoholic beverages, plus snorkel equipment; plan to arrive 15 minutes early at the Riva meeting point. Expect several swim stops, roughly 60–120 minutes at each main bay, and a relaxed pace designed for mixed fitness levels.
Timing matters: mornings have the clearest water for snorkeling; late afternoon light is best for photos. Respect local rules — avoid anchoring on seagrass beds — and leave nothing behind but footprints on the sand.