Dubrovnik: Blue & Green Caves Snorkeling with Šunj Beach

The light hits the water first: electric blue where the cave opens to the sea

You start early to avoid crowds at the Blue Cave, snorkel through three Green Caves in the Elafiti Islands, and finish with time to relax on Šunj Beach. Snorkeling gear, drinks, and transport are all included. The 8:30am departure is what keeps the caves from feeling packed.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore caves and relax at beach

• Start tour at 8:30 AM
• Visit Blue Cave on Kolocep island
• Explore three Green Caves
• Swim and snorkel in clear sea
• Enjoy free drinks on board
• Relax at Sunj sandy beach on Lopud island
• Visit beach bar in the woods

Stops and time spent at each 2 stops

1. Kolocep Island 1h
2. Elafiti Islands 1h

What’s included

• Your morning includes hotel or port pickup (confirm location when booking), snorkeling equipment, bottled water, and your choice of beer or white wine on board.
• You'll visit the Blue Cave and three Green Caves in the Elafiti Islands, with time to snorkel in each.
• The tour ends at Šunj Beach on Lopud Island, where you can swim, relax, or grab a drink at the beachside bar before returning to Dubrovnik.

Times

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Next departure: 1 May 2027

Information

Start at 8:30am to beat the crowds at Dubrovnik's Blue and Green Caves. Includes snorkeling gear, drinks, and time on sandy Šunj Beach. Small groups, 6 hours.

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Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. 4 similar tours with pickup › See the exact address

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Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Low physical effort Pets welcome Public transport nearby

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The experience

The boat leaves Dubrovnik at 8:30am, which is the whole point. By the time you're anchored at the Blue Cave in the Elafiti Islands, the water is still yours. The cave sits on the south side of Kolocep, and the light refraction off the sand bottom turns everything an almost unreal blue. It's the kind of color that makes you check your phone to see if the camera is lying. You'll snorkel here, mask on, watching the color shift as you move deeper into the cave. The water is so clear you can see the bottom from the surface.

After the Blue Cave, the boat moves to three Green Caves, where the water takes on a different tone entirely. You swim between them, snorkel when you want, and the guide points out the rock formations and the way the light plays differently in each one. There's a free drink on board (beer, white wine, or water), and you can sit on deck while the boat moves between stops. This is a group tour, but the early start keeps numbers down, which means you're not jostling for position or waiting your turn to get into the water.

The last stop is Šunj Beach on Lopud Island, a long stretch of sand with a bar tucked in the woods behind it. You have time to dry off, sit in the shade, order something cold, and just be still after the morning of caves and swimming. The whole day runs about six hours from start to finish, and snorkeling equipment is included, so you don't have to rent or bring your own. The tour runs June 1st through September 15th, and it's the kind of morning that makes sense only if you're in Dubrovnik and you like water that's actually swimmable.

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 time does the tour start?

8:30am, June 1st through September 15th.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes, snorkeling gear is provided. You just need to bring a swimsuit and towel.

What drinks are included?

Beer, white wine, and bottled water. Alcoholic drinks are for ages 18 and above.

How long is the tour?

About 6 hours total, including travel time between the caves and the beach.

Is this a private tour or group tour?

It's a group tour, but the early start keeps group sizes smaller than afternoon departures.

Can I bring my own snorkeling gear?

Equipment is included, but you're welcome to bring your own if you prefer.

What's included in the price?

Snorkeling equipment, drinks (water, beer, white wine), and transport to the Blue Cave, Green Caves, and Šunj Beach.

Is there a beach day included?

Yes, you have free time at Šunj Beach on Lopud Island, which has a bar and sandy shore.

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