Elafiti Islands boat trip from Dubrovnik with snorkeling

Four hours on the water to three islands, with snorkeling stops and a skipper who knows the route

A 4-hour boat trip from Dubrovnik to the Elafiti Islands with a local guide, snorkeling equipment and drinks included. The Quicksilver 675 boat carries small groups and departs from Dubrovnik harbor. You swim at designated stops and return by early afternoon. Suitable for all fitness levels, and wheelchair accessible at the dock.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Elafiti Islands by boat

• Depart from Dubrovnik
• Visit Elafiti Islands
• Return to Dubrovnik

The experience

The boat leaves Dubrovnik harbor and heads out to the Elafiti Islands, a cluster of islands off the Dalmatian coast. A local skipper leads the trip and handles the boat while you move between stops, swim and snorkel. The route takes in multiple islands over the 4 hours, with time to get in the water at each one. Snorkeling gear is provided, so you bring only a towel and sunscreen.

At each stop, you can jump in and explore the water around the islands. The skipper knows the best spots and the conditions that day. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are on board, included in the price. The boat is small enough to reach shallow coves but stable enough for the open water between islands. All fuel and fees are covered, so there are no surprises at the end.

The trip suits anyone who can get on and off a boat and is comfortable in the water. Infants can come along (they sit on an adult's lap), and the dock area is wheelchair accessible. If you don't swim, you can stay on board and watch the islands pass. By the end of the morning or early afternoon, you're back in Dubrovnik.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
• skipper and boat fuel.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 14:00

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Dubrovnik explore

Is this one for you?This is a shared boat trip with a local skipper, so you're not driving or navigating. You board in Dubrovnik and follow the route he sets. It suits anyone who wants to swim and snorkel around the islands without renting a private boat or arranging their own transport.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What islands does the Elafiti Islands boat trip visit?

The Elafiti Islands boat trip visits multiple islands in the Elafiti archipelago off Dubrovnik. The skipper chooses the stops based on conditions and the group's interests, so the exact islands may vary from one departure to the next.

Is snorkeling equipment included on the Elafiti Islands tour?

Yes, snorkeling gear is included with the trip. You get the equipment at the start and use it at the designated swimming stops throughout the 4 hours on the water.

What drinks are included on the boat?

Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are included. The skipper has drinks on board throughout the trip.

Can I bring a baby or small child on the Elafiti Islands boat trip?

Yes, infants and small children can come along. Babies must sit on an adult's lap during the boat ride, and a pram or stroller can be brought to the dock.

Is the Elafiti Islands tour accessible for wheelchair users?

The dock and all boarding areas are wheelchair accessible, and the boat itself is accessible. Once on board, the boat is designed so all areas are accessible as well.

How long does the Elafiti Islands boat trip take?

The trip lasts 4 hours from departure to return, including travel time to the islands and stops for swimming and snorkeling.