Blue Lagoon Cruise, Lunch And Wine

An 8-hour Blue Lagoon boat trip from Split, listed on the live booking page.

Overview

This full-day cruise from Split covers three islands in one run, with the Blue Lagoon off Veli Drvenik as its swimming centrepiece. The boat leaves from St. Nicholas Pier at Obala Lazareta 1 at 09:00, with check-in half an hour before that, and the day runs about eight hours door to door. Mornings start simply: coffee and a freshly made doughnut on board, then the crossing past Nečujam Bay.

The swim stop at the Blue Lagoon is where most of the water time happens. Snorkelling masks are available, though the listing notes a refundable deposit for them, and stand-up paddleboards and inflatables are carried on board. One reviewer points out that inflatables and pool noodles are limited, so they go fast. Later the boat calls at Maslinica, a traditional Dalmatian village on Solta Island, before the final stops.

Lunch is served on board around 1:00 PM: a beef, tuna or vegetarian burger with fries, chosen at check-in. Wine is poured during and after lunch, and juice and water are unlimited through the day. It suits travellers who want a relaxed, sociable day on the water with a mix of swimming and village wandering, and one reviewer noted there are plenty of tables on board, so there is proper seating for drinks, lunch and the views.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Check-in at Split PortArrive at St. Nicholas Pier, Obala Lazareta 1, by 8:30 AM, thirty minutes before departure. Lunch choice of beef, tuna or vegetarian burger is made at the meeting point.
2. Morning departureThe boat leaves at 9:00 AM sharp, as the operator must respect the port timeline. Coffee and a freshly made doughnut are served on board.
3. Blue Lagoon swim stopSwim and snorkel at the Blue Lagoon of Veli Drvenik Island, with views over Nečujam Bay on the way. Paddleboards and inflatables are available.
4. Maslinica village, SoltaTime ashore in Maslinica, a traditional Dalmatian village on Solta Island.
5. Lunch on boardA burger with fries is served at 1:00 PM, with wine during and after the meal and unlimited juice and water throughout the day.
6. Final island stopA further island stop, with time for swimming and exploring before the return leg.
7. Return to SplitThe tour ends back at the original meeting point at Obala Lazareta 1.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points shape the day more than most first-time bookers expect, from the check-in deadline to the layout of the boat.

• Arrive early. The boat departs at 9:00 AM sharp and the operator stresses it cannot wait. Check-in opens thirty minutes before, and that is also when the lunch choice is made.
• Seating and sun. One reviewer described the boat as very comfortable, with plenty of tables so you could sit properly, enjoy drinks and have lunch while taking in the views.
• Swim gear. Bring swimming gear even if a swim seems unlikely. One reviewer insisted the lagoon swim is the part not to miss.
• Food and drink. Lunch is a burger with fries, and opinions vary, with several reviewers calling it average and others saying lunch was tasty. Unlimited juice and water are provided, and reviewers suggest bringing a refillable bottle to cut down on plastic cups. One reviewer also suggested bringing your own lunch.
• Crowds at stops. The lagoon is popular with other tour boats, and one reviewer noticed diesel on the water surface there. Reviewers also note the islands are small and several tours call at once, so expect company rather than solitude.
• Weather and route. The captain can change the route or cancel the tour in bad weather or rough seas. One reviewer reported shorter stops when boarding ran late, so punctuality at check-in matters for the whole schedule.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, though pushchairs are fine, and pets are not allowed. With up to 99 travellers on board, it is a big group operation, and reviewers report crowded swim stops and competition for inflatables and pool noodles. The boat itself draws mixed comments, with some describing it as comfortable and others as tired, particularly late in the season. The operator can cancel for weather or low numbers, offering a different date or a full refund in those cases. One reviewer reported a late departure cutting stop times to about 45 minutes each.

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