Blue Lagoon and Underwater Museum Boat Tour with Lunch Split

The Underwater Museum, a sculpture park on the seabed

The Underwater Museum is the only attraction of its kind in Croatia: an art park laid out on the sandy seabed of a quiet cove, with 52 statues placed in shallow, crystal-clear water. The figures are positioned so that they can all be seen from the surface, so no diving licence or experience is needed, just a mask and a calm swim.

The most surprising exhibit is a full-size replica of the Soko J-21 Jastreb, a light attack jet built in the former Yugoslavia in the 1960s, resting on the seabed among the statues. Fish gather around the sculptures and sunlight plays on their surfaces, creating a different picture at every hour. The Underwater Museum entry ticket is included in this tour.

The secluded museum cove

The museum lies within a private resort cove that has no land access, so the only way to reach it is by sea. This keeps it peaceful: there are no roads, no traffic and no day crowds arriving by car, just pine-covered slopes, a stone terrace and calm water.

At the cove you can relax on sun loungers under umbrellas, swim over the statues, or have fun on the floating inflatable water park on the surface of the sea. Fins can be rented here if you want to snorkel further. It is the longest stop of the day and the one most guests remember, a blend of art, nature and quiet that feels far from the busy waterfront of Split.

Blue Lagoon swim stop

The Blue Lagoon is a shallow, sheltered cove off the island of Drvenik Veli, where pale sand and crushed shells on the seabed turn the water a vivid turquoise. It is the most famous swimming spot near Split and the classic stop on any Blue Lagoon tour from the city.

The boat anchors in the lagoon and you can jump in from the deck, swim, float or snorkel along the edges with the mask provided. The water is clear and usually calm, ideal for children and less confident swimmers who stay close to the boat. The best time to visit the Blue Lagoon is June to September, when the sea is warm.

Fumija bay

Fumija bay is a quieter cove on the route, known for crystal-clear water and a peaceful setting framed by pines and rocks. It is the place for a refreshing jump from the boat and a relaxed swim away from the busiest spots, with the boat anchored close by so less confident swimmers can stay near the ladder.

The stop gives you a second chance to swim before or after the museum, depending on the order the crew chooses for the day. Many guests use it for snorkelling along the rocky shore, where small fish are easy to spot in the shallow water. Others simply stay on deck in the sun and enjoy the view of the green islands around the cove before the boat moves on.

The boat, lunch and the return to Split

The trip runs on a large excursion boat with shaded decks, a glass-bottom viewing area for looking at the seabed, Wi-Fi, toilets and safety equipment on board. A grilled lunch is served on board, and water and lemonade are available all day.

On the way back, music plays on the top deck while the boat cruises to Split along the coast, arriving in the early evening after about nine hours. Snacks, ice cream and coffee are not included, so bring some cash if you want extras. The relaxed pace and the shaded seating make the long day comfortable for families and older travellers too. The tour is wheelchair accessible; tell us in advance so the crew can help with boarding.