From Hvar: Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands Group Tour
ID: GYG419007-759913
Category:
Country: Croatia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Join a speedboat tour from Hvar to the Blue and Green Caves. Swim in Stiniva Bay, visit Vis and Pakleni Islands, and enjoy stunning beaches, hidden spots, and crystal-clear Adriatic waters.
Join a speedboat tour from Hvar to the Blue and Green Caves, swim in Stiniva Bay, visit Vis and Pakleni Islands, and enjoy stunning beaches, hidden spots, and crystal-clear Adriatic waters.
Enjoy a full day at sea from Hvar and discover some of the most beautiful coastal spots. Visit the famous Green and Blue Caves, snorkel in Stiniva Bay, and stop at other popular locations based on the weather and your group’s preferences.
Meet your crew at our office on the main pier in Hvar’s city center, then hop aboard your comfortable speedboat and head out toward the Island of Vis.
Along the way, stop at the Green Cave, located on the islet of Ravnik near Vis. Your skipper will anchor nearby, and you’ll have the chance to swim directly into the cave or explore it by jumping off the boat. Inside, you’ll notice how the sunlight filters through an opening in the cave ceiling, creating a magical green glow as it reflects off the seafloor.
Next stop, Stiniva Bay. Drop anchor and enter the bay by swimming or with a small rubber boat. This bay has an unusual shape and is a gorgeous location for swimming and snorkeling. At the beach, there is a bar where you can buy a drink and relax.
Find yourself next at the magnificent Blue Cave, a national natural wonder. Your skipper will assist you with buying entrance tickets and coordinating timing. Access to the cave is managed by the local port authority, and you'll enter the cave aboard a small official motorboat operated by Blue Cave staff. As you wait for your entrance time, you can relax in the shade at a nearby bar and cool off with a drink.
This tour includes four main stops — Green Cave, Stiniva Bay, Blue Cave, and Palmizana Beach on the Pakleni Islands — plus one optional stop selected by your skipper. Based on timing, sea conditions, and group preferences, the optional stop may include Komiza or Vis Town, Budikovac Island, Seal Monk’s Cave, the WWII submarine tunnel, a hidden beach on Vis, or another scenic spot on the Pakleni Islands such as Zdrilca or Mlini.
Afterward, head to Palmizana Beach on the Pakleni Islands — the most popular and only sandy beach in the archipelago. This vibrant bay offers something for everyone. Enjoy your free time relaxing on one of the three sandy coves, sipping a cocktail at the beach bar, or having lunch at one of the three renowned seaside restaurants. You can also take a refreshing swim, stroll through the shaded pine forest, or visit the nearby botanical garden. Whether you feel like exploring or just unwinding, Palmizana is the perfect spot to soak in the laid-back island atmosphere.
Please note: Before June and after September, the tour may be slightly shorter due to earlier sunset times, but with fewer crowds and less boat traffic, you’ll have more time to enjoy each stop in peace and still visit all the planned locations at a relaxed pace.
Around 6 PM, cruise back to Hvar as the sunset paints the sky with hues of gold and red.
Highlights
- Explore the Green Cave and go for a refreshing swim at Stiniva beach
- Experience the captivating Blue Cave light
- Admire the beautiful coves of Pakleni islands
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Entrance tickets and lunch are not included in the tour price.
Blue Cave (cash or card):
Low Season (Apr 1 – Jun 20 & Sep 11 – Oct 31): €18 adult
High Season (Jun 21 – Sep 10): €24 adult
Children (6–12): 50% discount
Under 6: Free
Green Cave (cash only):
Low Season (Apr 1 – Jun 20 & Sep 11 – Oct 31): €8 adult
High Season (Jun 21 – Sep 10): €12 adult
Children (6–12): 50% discount
Under 6: Free
Tickets are purchased on-site before entering the caves.
Lunch is not included and is usually available at seaside restaurants in Palmižana, or occasionally in Vis or Komiža, depending on the route.
Important: The Blue Cave and Green Cave may be closed due to high tide or strong winds. If access is not possible, the route will be adjusted to visit alternative locations. However, if weather or sea conditions prevent us from providing a quality experience, the tour may be canceled or rescheduled in the interest of guest safety and satisfaction.
Meeting Point address / Riva 13, 21450, Hvar
Please meet outside of the HvarBoats office, next to the Post office..
Please arrive 15 mins before the experience starts in order to check-in. Should one of your party be late please notify the activity provider on time and they will give you instructions accordingly.
INCLUDED
- Full-day group speedboat tour from Hvar
- Local skipper
- Fuel and docking fees
- Safety gear and life jackets
- Bottled water onboard
- Snorkeling masks available for use
- Music system on the boat
- Insurance
- Flexible itinerary based on weather and group preferences
- Visit to 4 main stops (Green Cave, Stiniva Bay, Blue Cave, Palmizana)
- 1 additional optional stop (e.g. Budikovac, Komiza, Vis Town, etc.)
NOT INCLUDED
- Entrance tickets (must be purchased onsite)
- Lunch and alcoholic drinks (available for purchase at restaurants)
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.