Dubrovnik Elafiti Islands Speedboat Tour: Blue Cave Snorkeling

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Duration4h

GroupPrivate

LanguagesEN

Mobile ticketAccepted

Swim into the Blue Cave, then anchor off Lopud's sandy beach.

A private half-day speedboat tour from Dubrovnik's Gruž port to the Elafiti Islands, where you decide which of the three inhabited islands to visit and how long to spend at each one. The skipper provides snorkel equipment and knows the best swimming and snorkeling spots, including the Blue Cave on Kolocep Island. Bottled water, beer and soft drinks are on board; the tour runs 4 hours and departs either morning or afternoon, with groups of 1–6 people.

Step-by-step itinerary

Elafiti Islands Half-Day Speedboat Tour

Depart from Gruž port
See Dubrovnik panorama and islands
Visit Kolocep Island and Blue Cave
Swim and snorkel near Blue Cave
Cruise along Kolocep cliffs
Stop at Lopud Island beach Sunj
Swim, sunbathe, or explore Lopud village
Return to port enjoying coastal views

The Experience

The boat leaves Gruž port and reaches the Elafiti Islands in about 20 minutes. On the way, you'll see Dubrovnik's coastline, the bridge entering the city, and the smaller islands dotting the approach. Because this is a private tour, your skipper adapts the route to what you want—some guests visit two islands in the four-hour window, while others prefer more time in the water at fewer stops. The choice is entirely yours, and you can change your mind as the day unfolds.

Kolocep Island sits about 20–25 minutes from Dubrovnik and is known for the Blue Cave on its south side. The boat anchors near the cave entrance, and you swim into it from the water. Snorkel masks and a GoPro camera are provided, so you can capture the moment. After the cave, the skipper cruises along the island's cliffs. If you'd rather explore on land, Kolocep has two villages—Gornje Celo and Donje Celo—to wander through instead.

Lopud Island is famous for Sunj Beach, a stretch of sand where you can swim, sunbathe, or simply stay aboard with a cold drink. The boat carries bottled water, beer and soft drinks throughout the day. If you want to go ashore, the village of Lopud holds a Dominican and Franciscan monastery, the Đorđić-Mayneri park, small churches and a botanical garden. The return journey follows the coastal cliffs back toward Dubrovnik.

What’s included

Snorkel masks and GoPro camera.
life jackets for adults and children.
bottled water, beer and soft drinks.
skipper.
all taxes, fees and handling charges.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Explore Dubrovnik

Is this one for you?Book the morning departure if you want the clearest water and the least crowded beaches; choose the afternoon tour if you prefer a later start. Either way, the private format means you're not locked into a set schedule—you spend as long as you want at the Blue Cave or on Lopud's sand, and your skipper adjusts the route to match your interests, whether that's snorkeling, village exploration or simply anchoring in a quiet cove.