Blue Lagoon Croatia - Island Hopping Adventure From Split

When visiting Croatia, a trip from Split to the Blue Lagoon should be at the top of your must-do list. A trip here will transport you to an exotic paradise with stunning translucent turquoise waters, a sandy seabed, and a pristine white pebble beach that appears unique.

Getting to the Blue Lagoon Croatia with Blue Shark Tours Private speedboat tour

Blue Shark Split offer an exclusive private speedboat tour to the beautiful Blue Lagoon Croatia. The tour departs from Split, and the team at Blue Shark Tours will take you on a journey of discovery around some of Adriatic most stunning islands and coastline, taking in highlights such as Budikovac island and secluded beaches with perfect swimming conditions! Enjoy snorkelling, sightseeing and sunbathing in this pristine paradise for an experience like no other!

Plan Your Trip Dates and Itinerary

Planning the dates and itinerary for your Blue Lagoon Croatia adventure is the key to a successful day trip! Once you have chosen a specific day for your adventure, we will create an itinerary of activities, so you can make the most of your time in this stunning paradise. Include activities such as swimming, snorkelling, and sightseeing and be sure to include plenty of time for relaxation as well.

We've also assembled an itinerary to help you enjoy this enthralling experience. Visitors frequently mention that their day spent swimming, snorkelling, soaking up the sun, and taking in the scenery at the Blue Lagoon Croatia was the highlight of vacation time in Croatia.

When you take a Blue Shark private tour, you also have more latitude to change the itinerary as necessary.

What is the Blue Lagoon, and where is it?

Croatia is home to several Blue Lagoons, but the one you want to visit is the most beautiful and is only a short boat ride from Split or Trogir. Krknjasi Bay, an incredibly blue bay at Drvenik Veliki island that is further protected by the islets of Mali (small) Krknjas and Veli (large) Krknjas, is known as the "Blue Lagoon".

Just off the coast of the medieval town of Trogir near Split, the shallow lagoon is located between the southeast coast of the Drvenik Veliki island and two small islands. It's northwest of the island Solta in the Dalmatian archipelago. Because it's shielded from the elements by other islands, the water here is typically calm and remarkably clear, making it possible to marvel at the variety of fish and other marine life that call the Adriatic home.

This gorgeous lagoon is accessible only by private boat. It offers crystal clear waters, turquoise hues, white sandy beaches and stunning underwater life, making it the perfect destination for relaxation, swimming and snorkelling.

The Most Significant Information Regarding Drvenik Veli Island

Your journey to the Blue Lagoon Croatia will take you to Drvenik Veli. It is a tiny island with just 168 people. Despite being only 14 miles from Split's port, it accounts for its serene, remote atmosphere.

The island relies on subsistence farming, fishing, and, more recently, tourism to survive. Along with the well-known Blue Lagoon, it has several isolated rock coves, olive trees, and some interesting churches, like the baroque interior of the 16th-century St. George's Church.

St. Nicholas Church is the only populated settlement on the island, located in the middle of it, just outside Drvenik Veli village. It was started in 1715, but the builder could not proceed past the impressive façade, so it is still unfinished. Nevertheless, taking an eerie picture of what might have been for your Instagram feed is worthwhile.

The island has a lengthy, rich history, with evidence of Bronze Age life being discovered and first mentioned in writing in the fourth century BC under Proterio. Before its formal settlement in the 15th century, it was referred to in documents as "Giruan" and "Gerona" in the 13th century.

In search of safety from the Ottoman invasion, people fled here. Although little is known, one of the island's most well-known legends claims that 80 local women kept it safe from the Ottomans.

Today's sparsely populated Drvenik Veli is best known for its pristine landscape, the Blue Lagoon's crystal-clear waters, olive groves, and carob. Many different plant species in this area have contributed significantly to architecture. Still, the abundance of olive trees is the most significant.
They are a significant source of trade and income for the locals, who use them to produce various goods, most notably olive oil. Each family has its own cultivation, harvesting, and production techniques, making olive oil unique from family to family.

Most of the few people here are elderly, and their grandmothers frequently gossip. At the same time, their grandfathers play cards or consume beer in front of the neighbourhood store. Younger people and tourists of all ages frequently travel to this oasis for tranquil getaways and day trips, particularly in the summer when they can unwind, sunbathe, and swim all day.

As the island is flat and has few hills, the locals, who speak in a distinctive Dalmatian dialect, frequently call it "Ploca." Ploca is a Croatian word that means "flat tile." The island's highest peak, Glavica, rises to 79 metres (259 feet). On a clear day, the majority of the homes are visible.

Drvenik Veli and Mali Drvenik have a history of constructing white-stone homes with red roofs and green window frames.

Are the Croatian Blue Lagoons Safe?

You can be sure the trip will be safe by selecting a Blue Shark Split company for your Blue Lagoon Croatia tour because we have a qualified captain, safety equipment, and premium speedboats,

In the unlikely event that the weather causes a problem, safety should always come first.

It's crucial to avoid overestimating yourself because doing so can put you at an increased risk for harm regardless of how you choose to get to the lagoon because the water is so clear and pristine that it appears shallower than it actually is.

There aren't any large sea predators here, and encountering poisonous fish is uncommon. Even without a snorkelling mask, it is simple to see marine life, such as various kinds of starfish and sea urchins, due to the exceptional visibility.

You need to be careful not to step on sea urchins because their spikes can pierce the skin if pressure is applied. They move slowly along the lagoon's sandy bottom.

When visiting the Blue Lagoon, you can expect to be surrounded by natural beauty and tranquillity. The lagoon also provides plenty of sunshine for soaking up Vitamin D, so don't forget your sunscreen!

Prepare Necessary Safety Gear

Before you head out on your island-hopping adventure, make sure to bring the proper safety gear. You'll need a life jacket, snorkel and mask for swimming, and water shoes for walking in the lagoon. Bring a watertight bag or container to protect your belongings from salt water. Additionally, sunscreen and sunglasses are essential for protecting yourself from the sun's rays. Finally, don't forget to pack any medicine or first aid supplies you might need during your trip!