Highlights
- Swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the Blue Lagoon, one of the most popular snorkeling destinations near Split with vibrant marine life.
- Explore Croatia's only underwater museum featuring over 50 life size sculptures, including an 8 meter statue and a sunken airplane, all visible just 4 to 5 meters below the surface.
- Relax at Fumija Bay, a peaceful and scenic cove surrounded by untouched nature, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and enjoying a calm atmosphere.
- Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch served on board with domestic red and white wine, plus unlimited lemon juice and water throughout the entire day.
- Access a whole resort at Uvala Jelinak including a beach bar, free sunbeds, umbrellas, and a secluded beach with no nearby houses or noise.
- Use provided snorkeling equipment to explore the underwater museum and marine life, with no diving experience needed as the water is shallow and suitable for beginners.
Tour Overview
This full day boat tour combines visits to some of the most beautiful swimming spots near Split with a unique underwater museum experience. You will meet at Split Riva promenade, board a comfortable boat, and set off on a scenic cruise along the Dalmatian coast. The tour is designed for both beginners and experienced swimmers, with shallow water snorkeling and plenty of time to relax between stops.
Your first major stop is Fumija Bay, a peaceful cove surrounded by untouched nature where you can swim, sunbathe, or simply enjoy the calm atmosphere. While you relax, the crew prepares and serves a freshly made lunch on board, with domestic red and white wine included, plus unlimited lemon juice and water available throughout the day. After lunch, the boat continues to the iconic Blue Lagoon, where you will spend about 70 minutes swimming and snorkeling in the turquoise water, exploring the vibrant marine life that makes this one of Split's most popular snorkeling destinations.
The final stop is Croatia's only underwater museum at Uvala Jelinak, a tranquil bay near Trogir. Here you have full access to a complete resort with a beach bar, free sunbeds and umbrellas, and a secluded beach with no nearby houses. After stepping off the boat, you can enter the sea and snorkel just a few meters below the surface to discover over 50 life size sculptures, including an impressive 8 meter statue and a sunken airplane. The water depth is only 4 to 5 meters, making it accessible without diving experience. After about two hours here, you return to Split on a scenic cruise with DJ music on the top deck and stunning coastal views.
Typical Itinerary
- Meeting point and departure - Meet at Mletački mul on Split Riva promenade, check in with the crew, and board the boat for your full day adventure.
- Scenic cruise to Fumija Bay - Set off from Split and cruise for about one hour along the coastline, enjoying views of the Dalmatian coast and nearby islands.
- Fumija Bay stop and lunch - Arrive at Fumija Bay, a peaceful cove surrounded by untouched nature. Spend time swimming, sunbathing, or relaxing while the crew prepares and serves a freshly prepared lunch on board with wine and drinks.
- Free time at Fumija Bay - Enjoy about one hour at Fumija Bay, swimming in the clear water, eating lunch, and taking in the calm atmosphere before continuing your journey.
- Scenic cruise to Blue Lagoon - Board the boat again and cruise for about 45 minutes toward Drvenik Veli and the Blue Lagoon area.
- Blue Lagoon swimming and snorkeling - Arrive at the Blue Lagoon and spend about 70 minutes swimming and snorkeling in the crystal clear turquoise water, exploring the vibrant marine life and enjoying views from the sun deck.
- Scenic cruise to underwater museum - Continue by boat for about 30 minutes toward Uvala Jelinak near Trogir, where Croatia's only underwater museum is located.
- Underwater museum and resort access - Arrive at the resort, step off the boat, and have full access to the beach bar, free sunbeds, umbrellas, and the secluded beach. Use provided snorkeling gear to explore the underwater museum with over 50 sculptures just 4 to 5 meters below the surface.
- Free time at resort - Spend about two hours at the resort, snorkeling at the underwater museum, relaxing on the beach, using the sunbeds, or enjoying drinks at the beach bar.
- Return cruise to Split - Board the boat for the final leg back to Split, cruising for about 110 minutes with DJ music on the top deck and stunning coastal views before arriving at Split Riva.
The exact timing at each stop, the order of locations visited, and the amount of time spent cruising or at anchor can vary based on weather, sea conditions, and group preferences. The crew will adjust the schedule to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience while making the best use of available time. Parts of the aqua park at the third stop are included in the entrance ticket.
What's Included
- Full day boat tour from Split visiting Fumija Bay, Blue Lagoon, and Croatia's only underwater museum at Uvala Jelinak.
- Entrance ticket to the complete resort including beach access, free sunbeds, umbrellas, beach bar access, and entry to the underwater museum.
- Freshly prepared lunch served on board during the Fumija Bay stop, with domestic red and white wine included.
- Unlimited lemon juice and water available throughout the entire day.
- Use of snorkeling equipment with a 10 euro refundable deposit required.
- Life jackets provided for safety during swimming and snorkeling activities.
- DJ music on board during the return journey to Split.
- Access to parts of the aqua park at the third stop, included in the resort entrance ticket.
Not Included
- Snacks, strong beverages, soda or pop, and ice cream, which can be purchased at the beach bar or on board.
- Fins for snorkeling, which are available for rent at an additional cost if desired.
- Personal items such as swimwear, towels, cameras, and sunscreen.
- Tips for the crew, which are optional and based on your satisfaction with the tour.
- Any additional activities, shopping, or services not mentioned in the included items.
Accessibility & Practical Info
- This tour is not suitable for people prone to seasickness due to the full day duration and multiple boat journeys between stops.
- You should be comfortable walking on a moving deck, using ladders to enter and exit the water, and swimming in open water.
- Bring swimwear, a towel, a camera to capture the underwater sculptures, and sunscreen suitable for a full day at sea.
- No diving experience is needed to explore the underwater museum, as the sculptures are visible just 4 to 5 meters below the surface in shallow water.
- The tour is suitable for both beginners and experienced swimmers, with life jackets available and shallow water snorkeling at all stops.
- Alcohol and drugs are not allowed on board, so please do not bring these items with you.
- Snorkeling equipment requires a 10 euro refundable deposit, which will be returned when you return the gear at the end of the tour.
- Exact meeting point is at Mletački mul in the middle of Split Riva promenade; check Google Maps for the precise location and arrive on time.
- The tour operates subject to weather conditions, and the itinerary may be adjusted or cancelled if sea conditions become unsafe.
Pricing & Booking
Price: Around $70 USD / €64 EUR per person for this 8.5 hour Blue Lagoon & Underwater Museum (Lunch & drinks) tour. The boat tour, resort entrance ticket, lunch, wine, unlimited drinks, snorkeling equipment, and life jackets are all included in the price.
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