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Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar

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Hvar, Croatia
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8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Passengers insurance
  • Snorkels
  • Lunch 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.
  • 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.
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Riva 13
21450, Hvar, Croatia

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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
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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
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Stiniva Cove

the most beautiful European beach in 2016. Our skipper will anchor the boat in front of the entrance and you’ll have about an hour of free time for swimming, diving and sunbathing. You can enter Stiniva by swimming ( 20 m ) or with a small rubber boat. At the beach there is a bar where you can have drink and relax
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Cave Bisevo

When we arrive at the Blue cave skipper will anchor the speed boat on the dock, help you to step out and show you where to buy tickets. After buying tickets ( 12 EUR low season - 18 EUR high season ) you can visit bar and wait while drinking refreshments your turn to enter the cave. Small motor boat 12 passengers capacity will drive you to the entrance of the Blue cave which is 2 min away from the dock. Entrance is quite small so you’ll have to bow your head while entering. In the cave you will spend about 15 minutes and you are allowed to take pictures and videos to capture this natural phenomenon, blue reflecting sea and silver shine on the other objects.  After visiting the cave you will return to the port where our skipper is waiting for you.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Vis

After that, we visit a hidden bay or quiet beach, chosen by your skipper on Vis island based on the day’s conditions and your group’s vibe. These secret spots are the heart of the tour — peaceful, authentic, and often a guest favorite.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Vinogradišće

Palmižana sandy beach is situated on the biggest Pakleni island Sveti Klement. On the island with no cars, hidden in one of the safest Adriatic bays, Palmižana is ideal retreat for all those who want to escape from the bustle of city life. Here you can swim and enjoy in harmony with nature. You can enjoy Dalmatian cuisine with its unique flavors in one of the many restaurants like Bacchus, Totos, Zori and Laganini cocktail bar which are all on the sea level or take a walk along numerous paths surrounding by scents of the Mediterranean. Rosemary, sage, basil, lavender, cactus and various exotic plants make Palmižana a little eco paradise.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • 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.

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Q: Will I get seasick on Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Passengers insurance
  • Snorkels
  • Skipper
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Icebox
  • LunchWe 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.
  • 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.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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.
  • We use high performance speed boats (7-11 meters) for the group tour. The exact boat we will use is determined by the total number of passengers, weather conditions and availability. All of our boats are modern, comfortable, and well maintained!
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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