Hvar's Wild South Coast
The side of Hvar that tourists rarely see. Dramatic cliffs, hidden beaches, cliff-top restaurants, and crystal-clear Adriatic waters - explore the south coast by private boat with a licensed local skipper.
The Road Ends. The Adventure Begins.
Most visitors to Hvar stay on the north side - the harbor, the beach clubs, the restaurants. But the south coast is a different world entirely. Here, the mountains drop straight into the sea. There are no roads, no hotels, no crowds.
The south coast is where Hvar locals escape when they want peace. Tiny fishing villages cling to the cliffs. Family konobas serve fish caught that morning. And the beaches? You will often have them entirely to yourself.
A half-day private boat tour from Hvar along the south coast is an essential Hvar experience. It shows you the raw, wild side of the island that most tourists never discover.
South Coast Highlights
Travel times from Hvar Town by speedboat
Red Rocks (Crvene Stijene)
20 minDramatic iron-oxide cliffs with multiple cliff jumping platforms and amazing snorkeling.
Learn more →Dubovica Bay
25 minPerhaps the most photographed beach on Hvar. White pebbles, historic villa, deep blue water.
Learn more →Milna Village
15 minTiny seaside village with a fantastic konoba. Perfect for a swim and lunch stop.
Learn more →Mekićevica
30 minWild, untouched bay popular with naturists. Pure nature, incredible water clarity.
Sveta Nedilja
40 minDramatic cliff-side village famous for its wine cellars and sunset views.
Robinson Bay
35 minRemote bay with a family-run konoba serving fresh fish. No roads, only boats.
Why the South Coast Needs a Boat
Unlike the organized north coast, the south has almost no infrastructure. That is what makes it special - but it also means you need a boat to explore it properly.
- No marinas or docks - boats anchor in natural bays
- Cliff-side restaurants only accessible by water
- Best swimming spots have no land access
- Dramatic photo opportunities from the water
Local tip:
Stop at Robinson Bay for lunch and ask for whatever the fishermen caught that morning. Then head to Mekićevica for a late-afternoon swim, when the bay is often empty.
South Coast FAQs
Why is the south coast different from the north?
The north coast faces the shipping channel and is more developed with hotels and marinas. The south coast faces the open sea, has no roads in many sections, and remains wild and undeveloped. It is where locals go to escape.
Can you drive to the south coast beaches?
A few beaches like Dubovica have road access (with a steep hike down). Most south coast locations are only accessible by boat - which is exactly why they remain pristine.
What is a konoba?
A konoba is a traditional Dalmatian tavern, usually family-run, serving simple, fresh food. Many konobas on the south coast are in spectacular cliff-side locations with no road access - you arrive by boat!