Blue Cave, Mamma Mia, Hvar and 5 Island Tour

Highlights

• Enter the Blue Cave on Biševo Island and see the bright blue glow created by sunlight filtering through the water.
• Visit Komiža fishing village on Vis Island, where parts of Mamma Mia were filmed, with time to walk narrow streets and see the harbor.
• Swim and snorkel at Stiniva Cove and the Blue Lagoon on Budikovac Island in clear turquoise water.
• Pass by Srebrena Beach, another Mamma Mia filming location, with photo opportunities from the boat.
• Spend free time in Hvar town to explore the historic center, visit the fortress, or find lunch at local restaurants.
• Travel by modern speedboat with an experienced skipper and guide who explain each stop and handle safety throughout the day.

Tour Overview

This full day island hopping tour is ideal if you want to see several famous Dalmatian islands and landmarks in one trip. You can start from either Split or Trogir, meeting at the harbor or being picked up from selected hotels. After a brief safety talk and introduction to the speedboat, you will set off across the open water toward the outer islands.

The first major stop is the Blue Cave on Biševo Island, where you transfer to a smaller local boat to enter the cave and see the intense blue light effect. From there, you continue to Vis Island and the village of Komiža, which has a relaxed fishing port atmosphere and was used as a filming location for Mamma Mia. You will have about an hour here to walk around, take photos, and see the waterfront.

After Komiža, the speedboat heads to Stiniva Cove for a short swim stop, then passes Srebrena Beach for photos. The next main stop is Budikovac Island and the Blue Lagoon, where you can snorkel and swim for about an hour using gear provided on board. Finally, you arrive at Hvar town, where you have two and a half hours of free time to explore, eat lunch, or climb up to the fortress for views before the return journey to Split or Trogir.

Typical Itinerary

1. Meeting point and departure - Meet at Split or Trogir harbor, or be picked up from your hotel if included, then board the speedboat and listen to the safety briefing.
2. Speedboat journey to Biševo Island - Travel across the open sea toward Biševo Island, enjoying views of the Dalmatian coastline and smaller islands along the way.
3. Blue Cave visit - Transfer to a smaller local boat to enter the Blue Cave, where sunlight creates a bright blue glow inside the cave chamber.
4. Komiža village on Vis Island - Arrive at Komiža fishing village, walk through narrow streets, see the harbor, and learn about the Mamma Mia filming locations in the area.
5. Stiniva Cove swim stop - Anchor near Stiniva Cove for a quick swim in the clear water, with time to float and take photos of the dramatic cove entrance.
6. Srebrena Beach photo stop - Pass by Srebrena Beach, another Mamma Mia filming location, with the skipper slowing down so you can take photos from the boat.
7. Blue Lagoon at Budikovac Island - Anchor at the Blue Lagoon, use provided snorkel gear to explore underwater, and swim in the bright turquoise water for about an hour.
8. Pakleni Islands passage - Cruise past the Pakleni Islands, a chain of small islets known for their beaches and clear water.
9. Free time in Hvar town - Arrive at Hvar harbor and have two and a half hours to explore the town, visit the fortress, find lunch, or simply relax before departure.
10. Return journey - Board the speedboat again and cruise back to Split or Trogir, arriving at the original meeting point at the end of the day.

The order of stops, time spent at each location, and whether the Blue Cave is accessible can change based on weather, sea conditions, and waiting times at the cave entrance. The skipper may adjust the route to ensure safety and make the best use of available time.

What's Included

• Full day speedboat tour visiting five islands and the Blue Cave, departing from Split or Trogir.
• Entry to the Blue Cave on Biševo Island via local boat transfer.
• Swimming and snorkeling stops at Stiniva Cove and the Blue Lagoon on Budikovac Island.
• Use of snorkeling gear, life jackets, and windproof jackets during the tour.
• Experienced skipper and English speaking guide who provide information and handle safety.
• Hotel pickup and drop off from selected areas, when specified at booking.
• Basic safety equipment and insurance coverage during the speedboat journey.

Not Included

• Blue Cave entry ticket, which must be paid separately in cash at the cave entrance. Prices vary by season: €12 per person from April to May, €18 from June 1 to June 19 and September 11 to October 31, and €24 from June 20 to September 10.
• Food and drinks throughout the day, including lunch in Hvar town or any snacks on board.
• Personal items such as towels, sunscreen, or extra clothing for the day.
• Tips for the skipper and guide, which are optional and based on your satisfaction with the tour.
• Any additional activities, shopping, or entrance fees in Hvar town or other stops.

Accessibility & Practical Info

• This tour is not suitable for children under 10 years, pregnant women, or guests with back problems or mobility impairments due to the speedboat ride and need to step between boats.
• The speedboat ride can be bumpy depending on sea conditions, so you should be comfortable with faster boat travel and holding on to handrails.
• Bring comfortable shoes for walking in Komiža and Hvar, a sun hat, sunscreen, water, and comfortable clothes suitable for a full day at sea.
• Swimming is not allowed inside the Blue Cave, but you can swim at other stops like Stiniva Cove and the Blue Lagoon.
• The tour is subject to weather conditions, and the skipper may change the itinerary or cancel if sea conditions become unsafe.
• If the Blue Cave has long waiting times, especially during peak season, the skipper may visit nearby locations first and return to the cave later in the day.
• Exact meeting points and pickup details will be confirmed in your booking; arrive early to allow time for check in and boarding.
• Private tour options allow for a more flexible itinerary, while group tours follow a set schedule with fixed stops.