Golden Cape, Hvar & Pakleni Islands Tour
A 9-hour group speedboat day trip from Split: Zlatni Rat (the Golden Cape) on Brač, Hvar Old Town, the Pakleni Islands and a final swim stop on Šolta.
Price on 10 Sept 2026 (reference price under Croatian price rules): €119
Price
€119 per person
Price on 10 Sept 2026 (reference price under Croatian price rules): €119
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€17.85 deposit15% now, the rest on the day of the tour in cash or by payment link
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The Golden Cape tour from Split is the day-trip we recommend when guests want the postcard hits of central Dalmatia in a single full day on the water without the long open-Adriatic crossing of the Blue Cave route. Four stops, calmer channels the entire way, two of the most photographed beaches in Croatia, and you're back in Split before dinner.
First stop is Zlatni Rat, the famous Golden Cape that juts off the southern coast of Brač near Bol and changes shape with the wind. We anchor in the bay behind the pebble spit for two full hours so you actually swim the warm shallows, walk the cape to its tip, and take the inevitable drone photo.
Second stop is Hvar town, two hours to walk the marble Pjaca, climb to the Fortica fortress for the view back over the Pakleni archipelago, eat lunch at a real konoba and grab a coffee or gelato along the riva. The crew can point you to restaurants near the harbour.
Third stop is the Pakleni Islands, pine-scented islets just off Hvar. The skipper picks the calmest bay based on the day's wind, drops anchor for ninety minutes of snorkelling over crystal shallows, and you swim the bay the day-tripper crowd doesn't reach.
Final stop on the way home is a quiet swim cove at Gornja Krušica on Šolta, where the cliffs cut the wind and the water stays warm late in the day. Ninety minutes here, then the easy channel run back to Split.
Up to 12 guests a boat (a bigger group gets a second boat at the same price per person), professional skipper and sailor, departs and returns from the Split Sign on the Riva. A full-day boat tour from Split for guests who want Hvar, Zlatni Rat and the Pakleni Islands without committing to the Blue Cave dawn start.
- Duration9 hours
- Departure09:00
- Guests per boat12
- Season1 May to 30 October
- What's includedProfessional skipper & sailor · All transportation & fuel · Snorkeling equipment
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Highlights
- Two hours at Zlatni Rat, Croatia's most-photographed beach
- Two hours in Hvar Old Town: Pjaca, Fortica fortress, harbour-side lunch
- Snorkel stop in the Pakleni Islands, pine-shaded turquoise bays
- Final swim cove at Gornja Krušica on Šolta: calm and quiet
- Calm sheltered channels, no long open-Adriatic crossing
- Group tour with up to 12 guests per boat, for a relaxed onboard pace
Tour itinerary
- 1
Split → Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape), Brač · 1h cruise · 23.0 NM
Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape), Brač
The famous shape-shifting pebble cape off Bol. Two hours to swim, walk the spit, snorkel the clear edges, and take the drone photo.
- 2
Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape), Brač → Hvar Old Town · 1h 1min cruise · 23.4 NM
Hvar Old Town
Croatia's most glamorous island town. Marble Pjaca square, Renaissance Fortica fortress, harbour-side lunch at a real konoba. Long enough to actually enjoy Hvar, not just photograph it.
- 3
Hvar Old Town → Pakleni Islands · 7 min cruise · 2.8 NM
Pakleni Islands
Pine-covered archipelago of hidden bays just off Hvar: Vinogradišće, Palmižana or a quieter cove depending on the wind. Snorkel gear comes out.
- 4
Pakleni Islands → Gornja Krušica, Šolta · 36 min cruise · 13.8 NM
Gornja Krušica, Šolta
Sheltered pebble cove on Šolta. The shallow turquoise water stays warm late into the season, last swim of the day before the easy channel run home.
Gornja Krušica, Šolta → Split · 23 min cruise · 8.7 NM
What's included
- All transportation & fuel
- Travel insurance
- Wind jacket
- Professional skipper & sailor
- Snorkeling equipment
- Bottled water
Not included
- Lunch in Hvar
- Personal expenses
Our fleet
Whichever boat you board, it is the same day
The fleet is Mercan Excursion 36 and Enzo 35 hulls, eleven metres, twin 480hp diesels, and every one of them fitted the same way: hardtop forward, full sundeck aft, the same seating and the same lockers. There is no better boat and no lesser boat to be assigned to.
That matters more than it sounds. A group too large for one hull travels together on our own boats instead of being split between operators, and a boat that has to come off the water moves you across rather than cancelling your day. On the crossing to Biševo, eleven metres and a deep freeboard under a hardtop are the difference between a boat that is comfortable at speed and one that is merely fast. Every departure is held to twelve guests per boat, and the safety kit is identical on each: life jackets in adult and child sizes, EPIRB, VHF radio, flares and fire extinguishers, checked before the lines come off.
- Twin 480hp diesels
- Twelve guests, never more
- Hardtop shade over the cockpit
- Full sundeck aft
- Panoramic seating
- Bluetooth sound system
- Identical safety kit on every hull
- Bottled water on board
Not recommended for
- Pregnant women
- People with serious back or neck problems
- Children under 5 years
Guest reviews
“We had the BEST day!!! Duje's communication was incredible from start to finish and our skipper Dean was so attentive - he even got ice for our drinks and arranged hotel pickup. Absolutely perfect.”
“The team were fantastic and really put everyone at ease. Ante showed incredible flexibility - he rescheduled due to weather and accommodated everyone in our group, including mixed swimming abilities.”
“I don't usually write reviews, but this trip was too good not to. Guide Rosa and captain Tom had such a friendly attitude, positive energy and genuine kindness. Truly devoted to giving you the best day.”
Frequently asked questions
What if the sea is rough or the weather changes?
Safety comes first, and the skipper decides whether the planned route can run. When the weather rules out the planned route, the choice is yours: another route that same day, a new date free of charge, or a full refund of everything you paid.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
More than 7 days before departure: free of charge, and everything you paid is refunded. 7 days or less before departure, or a no-show: we keep the 15% deposit and refund everything paid above it, with nothing further to pay. 7 days means 168 hours before the departure time. Moving your booking to another date is free at any time before departure, within the same season, as long as there is space on the boat. Weather rules out the route? You choose: another route that day, a new date free of charge, or a full refund.
Can children join this tour?
Yes, children can come, but we do not recommend this tour for children under 5: hours on a fast speedboat are a lot for a small child. The ride is also not recommended for pregnant guests or anyone with serious back or neck problems.
Do I need to bring food?
Bottled water and snorkeling equipment are included, but lunch is not included. Bring snacks, water, sun protection, and some cash for lunch or entrance fees.
Where is the meeting point?
Group tours meet at the Split Sign on the Riva (Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda), in the centre of Split. Boarding is 15 minutes before departure.
Are there extra entrance fees?
Most route stops do not require entrance fees. If an optional stop has a local fee, the crew will let you know before departure.
What should I bring on board?
Bring swimwear, towel, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a light layer for wind, and a phone or camera. A wind jacket is provided on board.
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Pick a date, pay the 15% deposit, and your confirmation and voucher arrive by email right after payment. Prefer a quick answer first? WhatsApp is usually the fastest way.
Group tours are secured with a 15% deposit, the rest is paid on the day, in cash on board or by payment link. Cancelling more than 7 days ahead costs nothing. Weather rules out the route? You choose: another route that day, a new date free of charge, or a full refund.
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Marinko · Co-founder & Skipper20+ years on the Adriatic. A skipper and a sailor on every departure.Meet the crewPrefer WhatsApp? Ask us nowOr call +385 91 796 5254