ExperiencesExclusively available for our villa guestsBlue Cave & Five Islands
Private Full-Day Tour
Boat tours from Jelsa
From the comfort of your luxury Colnago speedboat, explore the best spots of Dalmatia's island archipelagos with this full-day island-hopping excursion. You'll see a variety of unique and fascinating sights, such as the Pakleni Islands, where hidden coves abound, the mesmerising Blue Cave, and a tour of the fascinating military tunnels on Brač.
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About this Experience
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Meeting time: 10am
- Meeting location: Jelsa Harbour
- Duration: 8 hours
- Pricing: Varies by boat, see below
This private charter will take you on a scenic exploration of five beautiful islands: Hvar, Brač, Vis, the Pakleni Islands, and the stunning isles of Budihovac and Biševo. Your captains will take you to pristine bays perfect for snorkelling in the Adriatic's crystal-clear waters.
Unwind on your boat’s comfortable cushioned platforms, soak up the sun, and enjoy your preferred music. Indulge in award-winning Croatian wines paired with delectable local seafood at charming seaside eateries.
Itinerary
10.00am: boarding at Jelsa Town Harbour.
The tour starts with the journey out to the famous Blue Cave on the islet of Biševo – one of Croatia’s most iconic natural wonders. Upon arrival, you'll transfer to a smaller wooden boat that will take you inside the cave. The mesmerising blue hue is created by sunlight reflecting off the seafloor and illuminating the cave from beneath the rocks.
Next, we'll head back towards Hvar to the Pakleni Islands, a tiny island archipelago off Hvar's coastline, where pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and hidden coves await.
While on Pakleni, you’ll have time to explore the idyllic bays of Vinogradišće and Stipanska, where you can swim in the clear waters, enjoy the natural surroundings, or simply relax on the boat. With no permanent inhabitants, these islands are perfect for discovering secluded spots and exploring on foot.
Afterward, we’ll visit Budihovac, a small, tranquil islet perfect for a quiet swim or snorkel.
Lunch will be served at a local seaside restaurant, where you can enjoy traditional cuisine.
The final stop on the tour takes us to the island of Brač, where we will take a tour through the military tunnels carved into the rockfaces – an interesting look at the island's wartime history.
6.00pm: return to Jelsa Harbour.
The boats
AWOL 38
This one-of-a-kind Colnago provides a truly luxurious experience wherever it takes you. The fleet is named AWOL – A Way of Life. Why? We can’t see a better way of life than cruising the islands and coastline of the Adriatic. There is also something restorative for the soul in sometimes going AWOL from daily obligations, and doing so in such style feels particularly satisfying.
- 480HP
- 11.6M LENGTH
- 3.7M WIDTH
AWOL 45
This one-of-a-kind Colnago provides a truly luxurious experience wherever it takes you. The fleet is named AWOL – A Way of Life. Why? We can’t see a better way of life than cruising the islands and coastline of the Adriatic. There is also something restorative for the soul in sometimes going AWOL from daily obligations, and doing so in such style feels particularly satisfying.
- 480HP
- 13.7M LENGTH
- 3.8M WIDTH
Meeting point
- This boat tour starts from Jelsa.
- We may be able to organise a meeting point at a marina closer to your villa, or at your villa’s private dock, if available, depending on the location.
- We can organise minivan transfers to and from the meeting spot in Jelsa.
- Staying closer to Hvar Town? The equivalent full-day tour departing from Hvar Town is our Blue Cave & Vis Island Experience.
What’s included?
- A local, professional experienced crew, fluent in English
- Spacious, cushioned sunbathing platforms
- Both shaded and sunny areas on the boat
- Snorkelling equipment
- Ice box filled with ice
- Fuel
- Bottled water
- Soft drinks and beer
- Croatian wine: white, red, and rosé
- Sparkling wine
- Fresh fruit platter
- Assorted nut selection
- Floating hammocks and pool noodles
- Fresh water shower
- Fresh towels
Pricing
| Boat | Price |
|---|---|
AWOL 38 | €1,840 |
AWOL 45 | €2,530 |
Additional charges apply for collection/return from an alternative location than the standard meeting point.
Additional fees
Prices do not include entrance ticket fees into the Blue Cave.
The entrance fee to the Blue Cave is €12-18 per person, please have the amount in cash ready.
Terms
This Experience requires favourable weather conditions. If it is cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be given the option to reschedule for another date or receive a full refund.
For bookings of this Experience made more than 60 days in advance of your arrival date at your villa, the following conditions apply:
- A booking deposit of 50% of the total booking price (including all fees and taxes) is due for payment at the time of reservation.
- The remaining balance payment of 50% of the total booking price (including all fees and taxes) is due for payment no later than 60 days before your arrival date at your villa.
For bookings of this Experience made 60 days or less in advance of your arrival date at your villa, the following conditions apply:
- Payment of 100% of the total booking price (including all fees and taxes) is due for payment at the time of reservation.
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