Boat trips
The Blue Lagoon at Drvenik Veli
The shallow turquoise bay of Krknjaši between Drvenik Veli and two islets, six miles from Trogir: the most popular half-day trip in central Dalmatia.
- Duration
- Half day
- Trogir (NM)
- 6
The Blue Lagoon is the name the excursion boats gave to Krknjaši bay on the east side of Drvenik Veli. It is enclosed by the islets of Krknjaš Veli and Krknjaš Mali, and the white sand at a depth of one and a half to six metres gives the sea the colour it is known for.
The bay is made for swimming, snorkelling and paddleboarding. From late morning to mid-afternoon dozens of excursion boats come and go here, so it is best to arrive early or stay until early evening.
What to see
- Swimming in shallow, clear water over sand
- The islets of Krknjaš Veli and Krknjaš Mali
- The konobas on Krknjaš Veli, open from June to mid-September
- On the way: Maslinica and Šešula bay on Šolta
Departure points
| Departure point | Distance | By speedboat | By sailboat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trogir Boat rental: Trogir | approx. 6 NM | 14 min | 1 h |
| Split Boat rental: Split | approx. 12 NM | 29 min | 2 h |
Distance one way. Travel time is calculated at about 25 knots for a speedboat and about 6 knots for a sailboat, without stops.
With your own or a rented boat
No permit or ticket is needed. You anchor on sand, in 5 to 7 metres, outside the shallow lagoon between Drvenik Veli and the islets. In season it is crowded by day, so watch out for swimmers and for the swinging circles of neighbouring boats.
Good to know
- The lagoon is very shallow, with rock ledges: go in slowly, from the south and in good light.
- Anchor on sand, not on the posidonia meadows, which you can tell by the dark seabed.
- The bay is open to southerly winds. In jugo a swell comes in and the trip should be postponed.
Boat trips
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Open tripSafety
Emergency at sea
Croatia's national maritime search and rescue coordination centre (MRCC Rijeka) is on watch 24 hours a day. Save the number before you set off.
- 195Maritime search and rescue
- VHF 16Distress and safety calls
- 112Single emergency number
Before you call, have ready the boat's position (coordinates or the nearest headland, island or bay), the number of people on board and a description of the problem. A call to 112 is put through to the maritime rescue centre.
Get out on the water yourself
Find a boat directly from its owner and arrange the rental with no commission.
The information is for guidance only and does not replace official nautical charts, pilot books or forecasts. Check the current conditions and regulations before you set off.