Dubrovnik Snorkeling Tour: Private Boat, Blue Cave, Islands

Blue Cave, hidden bays, and the bow of a speedboat in the Adriatic

A private 4-hour speedboat tour from Dubrovnik's Gruž Port to the Elaphiti Islands with snorkeling gear, skipper and drinks included. The boat leaves the Blue Cave on Koločep Island as the fixed stop, then the route opens up. You choose hidden bays, secluded beaches or simply the bow for sunbathing and views. Fuel costs approximately 50–70 euro and is paid after the tour ends.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour of Elaphiti Islands

• Depart from Gruž Port, Dubrovnik
• Visit Blue Cave on Koločep Island
• Swim and snorkel in Blue Cave
• Explore Koločep Island's beaches and coves
• Visit Lopud Island and Šunj Beach
• Relax and sunbathe on boat
• Return to Gruž Port, Dubrovnik

The experience

The tour starts at Gruž Port in Dubrovnik aboard an Atlantic speedboat or Naval 23, depending on availability. Your skipper navigates to Koločep Island and the Blue Cave, where the water turns turquoise and the snorkeling begins. After that, the itinerary is yours to shape: explore the car-free islands of Lopud and Koločep, find secluded coves, or anchor in a bay and stay put. The spacious bow is built for sunbathing and watching the Adriatic coastline roll past.

Snorkeling equipment comes with the booking, so you arrive with nothing but a swimsuit. The skipper is included, and so are drinks for the four hours. Koločep itself is worth knowing about: it covers 2.5 square kilometers, has no cars, and connects two villages with stone houses and walking paths that lead to dramatic cliffs and hidden beaches. Lopud, the other main island in the Elaphiti chain, is famous for Šunj Beach: one of the few sandy beaches in southern Dalmatia, with shallow turquoise water.

The tour suits families with infants (prams and strollers are fine) and anyone at any fitness level. Public transport runs near the port if you need it to get there. One practical note: fuel is separate from the tour price and runs 50–70 euro, paid when you finish.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• skipper and drinks for the four hours.
• flexible routing after the Blue Cave stop on Koločep Island.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 14:30

Book up to8h before

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.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Paid on siteUS$ 57

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Dubrovnik Sea View

Is this one for you?Four hours leaves the rest of your day open. You can book this in the morning and still have the afternoon in Dubrovnik, or take it midday and keep the evening free. The fixed stop at the Blue Cave and flexible routing after means you're not locked into a set itinerary the way a larger group tour would be.

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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 is the Blue Cave on Koločep Island like when you get there?

The Blue Cave is on Koločep Island, the southernmost inhabited island of the Elaphiti Islands, and is known for crystal-clear turquoise water where you can swim and snorkel. The cave itself is a famous stop on the tour and the one fixed destination before the route becomes flexible.

Can I bring my young children on this snorkeling tour?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The boat is spacious, and the skipper will work with your group's pace and comfort.

What snorkeling equipment do I need to bring?

You don't bring any. Snorkeling equipment is included in the tour price, so you arrive with just your swimsuit and towel.

How much does the fuel cost, and when do I pay it?

Fuel costs approximately 50–70 euro and is paid after the tour finishes, not included in the upfront booking price.

What happens after the Blue Cave? Is the rest of the route fixed?

After the Blue Cave, the tour is completely flexible and tailored to your wishes. You can explore hidden bays, secluded beaches, and the car-free islands of Lopud and Koločep, or simply relax on the bow and enjoy the views.

Does the skipper speak English?

Yes, the skipper is a live guide who speaks English throughout the tour.