Where to Sail: the 4 Best Hvar Boat Trips

1.Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 890 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $120Our pick

Set out from Hvar at 10:15 a.m. with a skipper and crew such as Antonia, Ivan, Antonio, or Dario. This 7 to 8 hour speedboat trip combines the Blue Cave, Green Cave, Stiniva Cove, Budikovac, swimming, snorkeling, and a seaside lunch stop. Cave tickets and lunch cost extra.

“Great stops but the boat itself was not great. We enjoyed the stops, but we were 13 poorly in a small boat and couldn’t be out in the sun after being in the water which wasn’t ideal.”

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2.From Hvar: Vis Island and Blue Cave Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 773 reviews · 7h 30m · from $139

Spend about 7.5 hours with a small group of up to 12, visiting Vis, Bisevo, Stiniva Beach, the Green Cave, and the Blue Cave. Guides such as Antonia, Ivan, Dario, and Lea are praised for keeping the day friendly and well paced. Swimming, snorkeling gear, water, and beer are included, while lunch and cave tickets cost extra.

“The guides Antonia and Ivan were amazing! Took care of us very well and were very personable. The stops were beautiful. Don’t miss this tour!”

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3.Boat Tour at Delfina Hvar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 243 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $98

Cruise Hvar’s south coast with Delfina Excursions, swim beside the dramatic Red Rocks, then stop in two bays around St. Clement and Marinkovac. Klara, her father, and their crew run a relaxed family boat with shade, a restroom, WiFi, light sandwiches, and drinks for purchase. Expect about five hours on the water and several chances to swim.

“Locais visitados lindos, lanche bem gostoso e marinheiros simpáticos. Cumpriram o horário de saída e retorno. Não foi possível ir a red rocks por conta da maré com ondas , mas foi substituído por outra praia .”

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4.Half Day Sailing on a comfort yacht around Hvar and Pakleni islands- small group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 194 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $90Best value

Spend about four hours sailing from Hvar with a friendly skipper such as Viktor, Vitor, Alexander, or Peter. You will visit two Pakleni Island bays for swimming and snorkeling, with a flexible route shaped by the weather. Bring lunch and drinks, then use the onboard fridge and restroom.

“We had a truly wonderful and relaxing day on the water exploring the stunning Pakleni Islands from Hvar. The boat tour was beautifully organised – we sailed around crystal-clear waters, dropped anchor in idyllic spots, and enjoyed swimming in the most beautiful sea. It felt like paradise and was such a special experience for all of us. Everything was calm, peaceful and unhurried – the perfect way to enjoy this part of the world. Highly recommended!”

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