Hvar Town · Croatia

Small Boat Rental Hvar

Simple tiller boats for easy days around Hvar and the Pakleni Islands. Two 6hp boats and one 8hp, rented direct with David.

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Based in Hvar Town
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What small boat rental is for

Tiller boats for simple days.

Not every plan needs a big motorboat. David's smallest tiller boats are for guests who want an easy, low-stress day on the water close to Hvar.

You use them for short runs to nearby bays and the Pakleni Islands, swimming, a lunch stop, and a quiet return – not for long crossings or big itineraries.

This page covers his two 6hp boats and one 8hp, so you can decide if a small tiller boat is the right starting point for your day.

Which small boat fits your day

Start with how many people and how long.

6hp tiller boats

Best when you have a small group and a simple plan: stay close to Hvar, visit Pakleni, swim, have lunch, and come back without trying to do too much.

8hp tiller boat

Best when you want the same kind of boat as the 6hp, but with a bit more power for a full day and a slightly heavier load.

If you’re not sure whether a small tiller boat is enough for what you have in mind, ask David before you book. It’s easier than guessing from a booking grid.

5m open tiller · up to 6 guests · two boats available

6hp tiller boats — two identical boats

David has two identical 6hp tiller boats. Each is around 5 metres long and set up as a simple open boat with a tiller at the back and basic seating.

They can take up to 6 guests and are designed for short and medium days close to Hvar – think Pakleni, nearby bays, a few swim stops, and a relaxed return, rather than long open-sea runs.

Best for

Small groups up to 6 guests
Short or medium days near Hvar and Pakleni
Swimming, a simple lunch stop, and back
Guests who want a straightforward, no-frills bareboat

Licence

Ask David about licence requirements for your group.

Pricing

Typical day-rate range: around €100–€120 per day, depending on date and demand. Exact price is confirmed directly with David.

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5m open tiller · up to 6 guests · one boat

8hp tiller boat — same style, a bit more power

The 8hp tiller boat is the same open style as the 6hp boats – 5 metres long, tiller-steered, simple layout – but with a bit more power.

It still suits local routes around Hvar and the Pakleni Islands, but handles a full day and a slightly heavier group more comfortably than a 6hp when conditions are right and the plan is realistic.

Best for

Up to 6 guests
A full day around Hvar and Pakleni
When you want the same simple setup with a little more push

Licence

Ask David about licence requirements for your group.

Pricing

Typical day-rate range: around €100–€120 per day, depending on date and demand. Exact price is confirmed directly with David.

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Where these boats make sense

Where small tiller boats usually work best.

These are local boats first. The value is in simple, close-range days – not in trying to turn them into long-distance speedboats.

Pakleni Islands

Short and realistic outing from Hvar Town. Perfect for a few bays, a lunch stop, and swimming without needing more boat than you actually use.

Near-Hvar bays

Good for nearby swim spots and short moves along the coast, especially if you want a low-stress first day on the water.

Short afternoon or sunset

If you don’t want a full-day commitment, a small tiller boat is enough for a shorter afternoon or early evening spin near Hvar.

If your plan starts to sound like a long list of far-away places, you probably need a different boat. Send David your idea and he’ll point you in the right direction.

Important limits and safety

What these boats are not for.

These small boats are not built for long open-sea crossings or big itineraries. They are for sensible local days, not for pushing distances.

If you are even slightly unsure whether your idea fits a small tiller boat, ask before you book.

Small tiller boats are not for Vis or the Blue Cave – they stay around Hvar and Pakleni.
Only speedboats with a skipper go to Vis and the Blue Cave as tours.
For Vis or the Blue Cave by rental, you’d need a speedboat, the right licence and experience, and a route discussed with David first.

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Reserve today

Ask David if a small boat fits your plan.

Send David your dates, group size, and what you’d like to do. He’ll tell you if one of the 6–8hp tiller boats is enough, or if you should look at a bigger motorboat or a tour instead.