We did a half day private tour and it was so worth it! Went to the red rocks, a few other bays, and the Pakleni islands.
Google review · Jun 2026
MareBoats Hvar · Private tour
Pakleni Islands Boat Tour from Hvar
Half day of turquoise water, hidden coves, and island hopping minutes from Hvar town.
Duration: 3 OR 4 HRSFrom €300 private
About this tour
A Pakleni Islands boat tour from Hvar is the quickest way to see what this archipelago actually looks like: pine-scented islands 10 minutes from Hvar town, with shallow bays in shades of blue you only get this far south in the Adriatic. The boat trip from Hvar to Pakleni Islands works as a half day boat tour from Hvar when you want to stay close to town, or as a longer version with more stops when you want more time in the water. Departing from Beach Križa, you reach the Pakleni archipelago quickly. Your skipper chooses the best stops based on wind and crowds, so you can enjoy snorkeling, swimming, and sunbathing without feeling like you are on a generic group itinerary. Because this is a private Pakleni Islands boat tour, the route stays flexible: more time snorkeling, a longer swim break, or an optional pause for drinks at a beach bar can all be discussed on the day. Snorkeling equipment is included, and your skipper knows the quieter coves that larger boats skip. Two private options: 3 hours for the main Pakleni highlights, or 4 hours with more stops and more time on the water. Both for your group, up to 8 guests. Groups of 9 to 16 travel on two boats sailing together - message us for availability. Most guests who book this tour have already done a full-day trip and want a shorter option. Others are based in Hvar for a few days and prefer to save the longer routes for later. Either way, the Pakleni Islands are worth at least a half day.
Pricing
- 3h€300Pakleni Islands highlights - up to 8 guests
- 4h€350More stops, more coves - up to 8 guests
Weather changed our route from Red Rocks to Pakleni Islands. MareBoats Hvar told us before we left, at the meeting point by the barrel. Respect for that. A lot of operators would say nothing and just do a worse version of the original tour.
Google review · Aug 2026
What's included
- •Private speedboat and skipper
- •Fuel for the Pakleni itinerary
- •Icebox and bottled water on board
- •Snorkeling masks
Not included
- •Lunch not included - restaurants available at Pakleni
- •Hotel pickup
Add-ons · on request
Not part of the tour price. Ask on WhatsApp when you book if you want to add any of these.
- +Tour Memories: Drone & Underwater Photos - €200, on request. Up to 20 edited photos and up to 90 seconds of edited video. Delivered within one week. Book at least one day ahead, availability is limited. Private tours only.
- +Underwater Scooter - €40/unit, on request. Red Rocks and Pakleni Islands private tours only.
Want photos of your day? Add Tour Memories: drone, underwater and on board photos, €200 per tour. See Tour Memories
Add underwater scooters
Glide through the clear water of the coves without getting tired. If you can float, you can ride one. €40 per scooter, private tours only. Ask us on WhatsApp when you book.
What to bring
- •Sunscreen and swimwear
- •A light layer for the breeze when cruising
Dogs are welcome on board, on request. Message us before you book.
Meeting point
Beach Križa, at the MareBoats barrel, below the Beach Bay Hvar Hotel
Open in Google Maps →Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be a strong swimmer to use an underwater scooter?
No. If you are comfortable floating in the water, you can use one.
Can I use an underwater scooter with a life jacket?
Yes. It works best without one, but with a life jacket you simply stay at the surface.
How long does the underwater scooter battery last?
Around one hour depending on use, which is more than enough for the swim stops.
How do I add underwater scooters to my tour?
Message us on WhatsApp when you book or before your tour. €40 per scooter.
On board a MareBoats Hvar speedboat
Shade on every boat
Every MareBoats Hvar speedboat has a sun canopy over the main seating area. The canopy provides shade from the moment you leave the dock to the last stop of the day. Every boat in the fleet carries it as standard.
Room to move
MareBoats Hvar speedboats are licensed for up to 12 guests but each boat is capped at 8. At 8 guests there is room to settle in and shift positions during the day, and the full group can be in the water at the same time. Groups of 9 to 16 travel on two MareBoats Hvar speedboats sailing together.
Open deck, no assigned seats
There are no assigned seats on a MareBoats Hvar speedboat. Guests choose where to sit at each stop and can move between the shaded seating area and the open sun during the day.
Cold water, all day
Every MareBoats Hvar speedboat carries a cooler with ice. Bottled water is included in the tour price and stays available throughout the day.
Music and snorkel gear
All MareBoats Hvar speedboats have a sound system on board. The playlist has been built over years from what has worked best with guests from every corner of the world. During the tour, guests can join a Spotify Jam and add their own music - you need the Spotify app on your phone. Snorkel masks are included on every tour. No need to bring your own.
Ready when you are
Book the Pakleni Islands Boat Tour from Hvar
Send us your date and group size on WhatsApp. We confirm availability fast - usually within the hour during the season.
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