Things to do in Hvar Island, Dalmatia: The Best Day Trips from

May 31, 2021 Deane Carmody

Claiming to be the sunniest spot in all of Europe, the Croatian island of Hvar is the perfect destination for tourists seeking the beauty of Mediterranean beaches without the crowds associated with more well-known destinations. Pathways lined with lavender vines lead to secluded coves, small fishing villages and local vineyards, and ferries and catamarans carry visitors across the calm, blue waters to the surrounding islands, all worthy of exploration.
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1. Adventurous Blue and Green Cave group tour

CROFFERS Tourist Agency - Blue Cave Excursions, Private speed Boat Tours, Sea Transfers, Jurja Matijevica 17, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Hvar Boating
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Join us on the amazing Blue and Green cave tour! Tour starts at 10:30 in the morning from the Port of Hvar and we are back at 18:30. You will travel high speed on RIB Flyer 747 with 250hp. Boat is shaded, water and snorkeling gear are included in the price. First stop is mesmerizing Green cave on the island of Vis in which you can swim and snorkel, or enter with a guide on the small boat. You will stay there around 1 hour. Second stop is one of a kind Stiniva which was pronounced as the best beach in Europe for 2016. you will stay there for around 1 hour Third stop is astonishing Blue cave, you will enter inside with the guide, he is going to tell you the story about the cave. you will stay there for around 20min. After the Blue cave we are coming back on Pakleni Islands in Palmižana Bay where you can have lunch and refreshment from the entire trip in one of the most famous Beach bars on the Adriatic(Laganini beach bar). you will enjoy there for almost 2 hours.

Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Soft Drinks, Life Jackets, Music, Travel insurance

Exclusions: Blue Cave 100Kuna, Green cave 70Kuna

Reviewed By melissadng

awesome! the communication with Josip was flawless. perfect english, quick responses and easy organisation. we went on a private tour with Toni and had a beautiful day. he was real fun and cool to be with!

2. Guided kayaking tour to Pakleni islands

Hiking Hvar, Bonj beach, Hotel Amfora, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Kayak & SUP Hvar
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• Be in safe hands the whole time – your guide will take care about everything else and you just have to paddle, relax and enjoy • We’ll show you the best spots on Pakleni Islands and Hvar coast, including the beautiful hidden bays and beaches away from crowded areas with many tourists • Depending on the group skill level, weather conditions, duration of the tour and individual preferences, the guide will choose the best route for the group • Use the opportunity to taste the local food or drink something in the restaurant on Pakleni islands • Relax and swim on the one of the amazing Pakleni Island beaches • Do some snorkeling at some of the best underwater spots on and around Hvar and see a variety of underwater flora and fauna • Our experienced local guide will provide you with training so you will learn the skills to master your kayak and be safe and comfortable in the water.

Inclusions: Informative and friendly certified local guide, Kayak with deluxe seats and paddles, Life jackets (not mandatory for good swimmers), Dry bags (3L or 30L), Snorkeling masks, 10% discount at "Tri Grede" restaurant on the Pakleni Islands, Free storage for all your belongings (backpacks, bags etc.) that you don't take with you during your activity, Accident insurance, Sun hat (if needed)

Exclusions: Gratuities to guide, Food and drinks

Reviewed By snaga33

Boards were new and perfect. Guys were nice and have chosen the right SUP for us. We also got the satellite tracker in case we get in trouble and can't come back. They became our friends in no time and it was a pleasure renting the SUP from them! Thanks Joska & Jaso!

3. Blue and Green Cave private speed boat tour

CROFFERS Tourist Agency - Blue Cave Excursions, Private speed Boat Tours, Sea Transfers, Jurja Matijevica 17, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Hvar Boating
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This is fully customizable tour.You have a speed boat at your disposal from 9am until 18:30pm You will ride on super fast RIB Flyer 747. Boat is partly covered and it has: sundeck, soft drinks, snorkeling gear, travel insurance, captain and a crew member. Our recommended route is: - Mesmerizing Green as a first stop where you can swim and snorkel -Beautiful Stiniva Beach which was pronounced as the best beach in Europe for 2016. where you can also swim and snorkel -Magnificent Blue cave in which you enter with a guide(swimming is not allowed) you have to see it to believe. -Unique Sea monk cave, really large cave where Sea Monk lived and raised it's youngs, you will swim and snorkel inside. - At the end of a tour we like to stop at one of the best beach bars in Dalmatia Laganini Beach Bar where you can have lunch and refreshment for couple of hours.

Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Soft Drinks, Life jackets, Travel Insurance, Music

Exclusions: Green Cave fee 70Kuna, Blue Cave fee 100Kuna

Reviewed By nathalie-pich

It was wonderful, very surprising, beautiful ! The boat was great and the crew really nice. We discovered a lot of incredible areas , the sea was mervellous.

4. Mesmerizing Hvar South Shore wine tasting with RIB speed boat

CROFFERS Tourist Agency - Blue Cave Excursions, Private speed Boat Tours, Sea Transfers, Jurja Matijevica 17, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Hvar Boating
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You will travel in excellent RIB Flyer 747 boat which is partly covered from the sun. Boat has big sunbed on the bow. Snorkeling gear, soft drinks, travel insurance, captain and fuel are included in the price. Our recommendation is to start around 10:30am and travel as follows: - First stop is beautiful Green Lagoon near town of Milna, where you can feed the fish and take swim and snorkel. - Second stop is Zaraće, one of a kind 2 horn bay where you can also enjoy swimming and snorkeling. -Third stop is Dubovica bay with beautiful beach and beach bar (This is No1 place on Trip Advisor in Hvar)You can even swim and snorkel in hidden underwater cave! -Fourh stop is natural phenomena Red Rocks, where you can swim and snorkel inside of 2 caves. -Last stop is picturesque town of Sveta Nedjelja where you can have local specialties and taste the best wines in the entire Croatia. Wine cellar is actually bellow the sea!

Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Soft drinks, Travel insurance, Music, Life jackets

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Reviewed By nathalie-pich

It was wonderful, very surprising, beautiful ! The boat was great and the crew really nice. We discovered a lot of incredible areas , the sea was mervellous.

5. BLUE CAVE trip from Hvar

Fabrika 26, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Gajeta Rent Hvar
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Join us on this tour where we will visit the most beautiful and most popular destinations in this area of ​​the Adriatic Sea. Relax and enjoy driving, perfectly clear blue sea and sky. Have fun while swimming, diving, jogging or simply relaxing on the beach, lounge bar or restaurant.

Inclusions: • Speedboat & fuel , • Skipper\tour guide , • Snorkeling gear , • Life-vests , • Welcome drink , • Suprise stop

Exclusions: Dinner, blue and green cave entry fee

6. Red Rocks & Pakleni islands private speed boat tour

Šetalište put Križa 17, 21450, Hvar, Croatia HvarBoats
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Enjoy the best adventure  private boat trip from town Hvar. Discover most beautiful places, beaches, hidden bays and old villages on the south side of Hvar island and around Pakleni islands in 8 hours. We'll start at 09:30 from our meeting point. Experience panoramic view of island Hvar with informative commentary from your local captain. Visit unique natural attraction Red rocks, swim in Dubovica beach or relax in Green lagoon. In the afternoon we will visit Pakleni islands  and the most popular places Palmizana sandy beach, Zdrilca & Mlini lagoon. This private boat tour can be fully customized and adjusted to your wishes, time and preferences.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Driver/guide, Bottled water, Port pickup and drop-off, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Private tour, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By Becks795

We booked a private transfer from Split airpot to our hotel in Hvar which was so easy and smooth, much better than waiting for the ferry! Our contact met us as the airport and took us on a short 2 minute drive to where the boat was. The boat to the hotel was about an hour 15 mins. Would definitely recommend as a quicker way to get to the island. We also booked the Colnago 38 for a private trip for my partners 30th Birthday and had the most amazing day! They picked us up on our hotel and took us to multiple different spots where we could snorkle and swim. They also recommended an amazing restaurant on the Pakleni islands for lunch. Overall it was the most amazing day! Our skipper and hostess were really friendly and helpful and helped make this day really special. I would definitely recommend this company whilst you are on Hvar!

7. Full Day Sailing on a comfort yacht around Hvar and Pakleni islands- small group

Hvar Port, 21450, Hvar, Croatia The Day Sail
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Book as solo or with a group of people so can share experiences while sailing. Such bookings are the best way to meet, mingle and make friends with people from around the world. Our tour begins at 10 am with a welcome briefing, introducing your hosts, the yacht and outlining some safety aspects. Sailing route will be dependent upon wind direction and weather conditions but will allow you to enjoy the scenery and will include visits to beautiful bays, which are often difficult to reach by road. Islands that we will visit are some of the most beautiful islands in Adriatic such as Hvar, Pakleni islnds/Devils islands. Once at anchor, you will be able to swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters. The yacht has a water shower on the swimming platform if you wish to freshen up. We will stop in a natural bay where is great restuarnat so you will have a change to try local domestic typical dalmatian food. We will return to harbour concluding your day on the beautiful Adriatic at around 6 pm

Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board, Restroom on board, All Fees and Taxes, Professional friendly skipper/guide, Small group full day stay on a sail yacht with rest room, Lunch is not included - we will anchor in a nice bay where is domestic tavern - affordable prices , Bring your own drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic) free of charge. There is a fridge on a yacht

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Reviewed By nastjac2017

Jumping from the yacht, swimming in different bays (beaches were breath-taking!) and sailing around the island - it was just amazing! We had so much fun on the boat, the skippers were really friendly and also told us couple of things about the sailing. I really recommend this experience to everyone. You can't reach all of this amazing places with a car plus you overall experience is priceless. We've organized this trip for our friend's birthday and she was really happy with it. Tibor and his team are really accommodating and responsive. Thank you guys!!

8. Scooter Adventure HVAR ISLAND!

Real Hvar - Scooter & Quad Rental Agency, Dolac, 21450, Hvar, Croatia Real Hvar - Rental Agency
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Renting experience has always been popular amongst tourists. What makes our offer special is owner's personal recommendations and secret places to visit! Upon return, Kristijan will greet you with a small gift of appreciation to thank you for using our service! See you soon!!!

Inclusions: 2 helmets are included in price!, MAP! Detailed map of Hvar Island will be provided upon arrival with Kristijan's personal recommended route, with more than one option available!

Exclusions: Consuming any kind of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited.

Reviewed By marcoh338

I could not be more pleased with my experience of renting a scooter from Real Hvar. Kristijan is a wonderful, kind man. He supplied me with a map and gave wonderful suggestions for routes to explore the island. I had such a great time that I extended my rental one extra day. He also recommended an out-of-the-way authentic restaurant run by a local family and it was the best meal I’ve had on my trip. I never would have discovered it had he not told me about it. The scooter was reliable and ran well. He even delivered it to my Airbnb as part of an arrangement with my host. It was so convenient. Kristijan also gave me his number and was easily reachable to answer any questions. I feel confident to recommend renting from Real Hvar!

9. Oldest Olive Tree With Tasting And Lunch

Hvar Life
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An unforgettable tour to the tiny village of Zastražišće where you will have the unique experience of the site of a 2500 olive tree at the property of the Beroš family. Here you will enjoy traditional local product tasting. Afterward we take a short ride to one of the many fabulous bays on Island Hvar, Vela Stiniva, where you will have lunch at a restaurant near the sea, with an opportunity for swimming and snorkeling.

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Reviewed By Elena T

Hvar is a cyclist’s heaven! With challenging mountain trails, seaside windy roads, and plush vineyard flatland... it’s certainly an experience to remember. I stopped to swim in many of the emerald green bays to cool off before carrying on with my ride and it was glorious. I rented an electric bike from Hvar Life and I’m so glad I did. It helped me get through the more strenuous climbs. Massimo was very accommodating with my needs which at first where battery exchanges and then a charger and seat adjustments for my husband. He gave me a map of the island which is pretty big and provided excellent customer service over all. There are two Hvar Life shops on the island, one in Hvar and one in Stadi Grad so it’s convenient to rent regardless which side of the island you are. I highly recommend exploring the lesser known villages of Stadi Grad, Vrboska, and my favorite Yelsa. They are very charming and have beautiful places to swim. Of course Hvar is wonderful too with lots of shopping, dining, and more lovely setting. The prices are fair. The bikes are new and in excellent condition. The ebikes I rented were mountain bikes with thick tires that made it easy to ride off road. I wish I could find such a great bike rental shop as Hvar Life in every place I visit because exploring by bike is such an incredible way to see the world. I can’t wait to do it again next summer!

10. Cruise the day away on a wonderful motor yacht

Commodore Yachting
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Welcome to Commodore Yachting, your private guide for luxury yacht charter. We're dedicated to providing you with the best of luxury motor yacht charters in Croatia, with a focus on dependability, customer service, and unforgettable experience. We're working to turn our passion for motor yachts and boating into a booming online service. We hope you enjoy our services as much as we enjoy offering them to you.

Inclusions: Skipper's service, welcome drinks, snacks, towels, snorkeling equipment, dinghy boat, Wifi, AC

Exclusions: Meals, Diesel, Marinas Fee, Turist Tickets and city tax

Reviewed By 869mateam

The service was great, I highly recommend. The host Laura was lovely and she had a lot of patience answering all of my questions.

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