Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar
Overview
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8 hours
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We’ll meet by the sea in Hvar and hop on a sleek speedboat with a small group and your local skipper. First stop: the Green Cave, where you can swim beneath a beam of sunlight shining through the ceiling — a peaceful, surreal experience.
Next is Stiniva Cove, a hidden beach surrounded by cliffs. Whether you snorkel or float in the calm water, it’s a place to slow down and soak it all in.
Then comes the magical Blue Cave on Biševo. Entering by small boat, you'll see the cave glowing in vivid blue — one of Croatia’s most breathtaking sights.
After that, we’ll visit a natural spot — a hidden bay or beach — chosen with your skipper based on the weather, season, and group’s vibe. It might be Komiža, Vis, Seal Monk’s Cave, Stončica, or a Pakleni Islands — always the best place for that day.
We’ll wrap up at Palmižana, where you can swim, unwind, or enjoy lunch by the sea. On the ride back to Hvar, the sun begins to set — the perfect end to a day full of beauty, fun, and memories.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
Tour is a subject to a weather conditions. In case of bad weather conditions and closed Blue Cave we keep the right to cancel the tour or to change the route. Our guests will be given the option of an alternative date (depending on availability) or full refund. If Blue Cave is closed and weather conditions are good we will perform the tour as usual including one more of the optional places to compensate Blue cave. In case that Blue cave is closed you will be noticed before the tour starts and able to decide whether to go on the tour or to get full refund.
The order of the locations is flexible, as we continually prioritize avoiding crowds to enhance our guests' enjoyment at each destination.This flexibility is also influenced by the season, as we consider both high season and low season factors such as weather conditions and guest preferences.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
HvarBoats
10:30 in bay Križna Luka - office or in front of our HvarBoats tourist agency in the main port. While we are heading out to our first stop
Green Cave
You will enjoy fresh air and smell of the sea. After about 35 minutes pleasant ride we are at our 1st stop Green cave. Our skipper will park the boat in front of the cave. After you buy green cave tickets ( 8 Eur low season -12 EUR high season ) you can choose to go inside with a small port authority boat or visit the green cave by swimming
What‘s Included
passengers insurance
Bottled water
snorkels
Skipper
Fuel surcharge
Icebox
Blue Cave (cash/card): €18 (Apr–Jun 20, Sep–Oct) / €24 (Jun 21–Sep 10) for adults. Green Cave (cash only): €8-12 for adults. Kids 6–12yr: 50% off, under 6yr: free. Tickets bought on-site.
We usually stop for lunch at Palmižana, a sandy beach on the Pakleni Islands with seaside restaurants. Occasionally, lunch may also be in Komiža or Vis, depending on the route.
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Blue cave & Pakleni islands tour from Hvar
Blue cave group tour - 2026
Year
Reviews
490 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Advertised as blue and green cave tour. This was not true.
Virginia O,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00We picked this trip to visit the blue and green caves. We aren’t strong swimmers & knew that we wouldn’t be jumping off the boat to swim. But we were told there was a small boat to get on the beach. We were also told by the rep when checking in there was a bathroom on the boat (there was not) We only went to the blue cave. Then 2 spots for swimming. There was only 1 small boat for all the boats that anchored by the beach & it was full. We asked about the green cave, the Skipper said the only good time to go is 9 am otherwise you don’t see anything & pix for the green cave are Photoshopped. The tour started at 10:30 so that didn’t make any sense. Later researched the green cave & best times are early mourn and late afternoon. He asked if we wanted to still see it & we said I guess not. There was a couple who had dinner reservations at 6:30 & we didn’t want to cause a problem. So we went back to Split. It was obvious the Skipper had no intention of going to the green cave. Would not recommend this tour.
Honeymoon dream come true
A1995CAjessicag,,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the best time exploring Vis Island with Domagoj! Our time on the boat greatly exceeded our expectations with having such a knowledgeable skipper. He showed us the most beautiful beaches that felt tailored to our honeymoon private boat day. Even got to cliff jump a few times! The beaches we went to were not crowded at all giving us the feeling of such serenity. Domagoj made sure we had an experience of a lifetime on our full day adventure. Thank you for a perfect day!
Great day with Ivan!
Nicole E,,Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had such a great time on this boat tour! The boat was a bit smaller than expected for the size of the group, but our guide Ivan made sure everyone was comfortable and taken care of. He shared so much interesting information along the way and made the whole trip really fun. We visited several beautiful spots, and he even arranged a group lunch reservation for us at the end, which was a perfect way to wrap up the day. Overall, a fantastic experience!
Disappointed we didn't get to go but appreciate that the tour company gave us a full refund
bgr8house,,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We actually did not get to do the tour because Blue Cave was closed but very much appreciated being told this beforehand so we could get a full refund as we did not want to do the alternative tour.
Fun day on the water!
Jessica K,,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Amazing day out on the water! Blue cave is definitely worth the entrance fee but don’t bother with Green cave. You can see all you need to see from the outside. We had a great group that made the day so fun! I gave it 4 star just because if you’re someone who likes to follow a schedule to a tee, it’s definitely not like that. Your skipper will decide where to dock for lunch. We thought we were going to Palmizana for lunch with multiple options but we went to Vis with only 1 option. There’s a cooler on board and we brought sandwiches and beers!
Terrible
Caryn S,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Did not follow the itinerary- boat ride to lunch place. Unfortunately did not go to caves bc of weather but was told we would go to VIS and RED ROCKS. Did none of it. Not worth the money at all!!! Went to first stop and last stop and that was it. Otherwise it was just a simple boat ride for $120 a person. No town, no islands , no shopping. Very disappointed in this tour. Definitely would not recommend.
Great experience, Jay was...
Michelle M,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience, Jay was a great skipper! The sites were breathtaking and his driving was spectacular, I felt very safe. Would definitely recommend him!
Beautiful experience
Cynthia A,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00One of the best days of our trip! The boat was really nice and the swim spots were heavenly:) The crew was great too!
Excellent speedboat ride
eduardoe551,,Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A magnificent experience, the company that organized the tour was to the pendiet that arrived, the gia and driver of the speedboat named Pope, very corrective in everything and the way of explaining each place we visited was very good, with a great sense of humor and very good recommendation where to eat, in short Excellent trip
We had an amazing tour...
Anie S,,Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing tour with Ivan! It was so much fun with such good vibes. The waters were a bit more choppy the day we went out so it wasn’t safe to go into one of the caves, but we got redirected to another very cool area! Highly recommend this experience.
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