Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

Three islands, three stops, your schedule

A private speedboat tour of the Elafiti Islands from Dubrovnik, departing 20 minutes from the city and visiting Kolocep, Lopud and Šipan (on the full-day option) with a professional skipper who adjusts the itinerary to your preferences. The boat carries snorkelling gear, cold drinks and a sun cover. You swim into the Blue Cave, anchor at Sunj beach on Lopud, and explore Dalmatian villages, monasteries and hidden bays. Choose a 4-hour morning or afternoon departure, or book the full 8-hour day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private Elafiti Islands boat tour

• Depart from Dubrovnik by speedboat
• Visit Kolocep Island and swim in Blue Cave
• Cruise along Kolocep cliffs
• Stop at Lopud Island for beach and swimming
• Explore Lopud village and monasteries
• Visit Šipan Island and enjoy nature
• Customize stops and activities with skipper
• Return to Dubrovnik

The experience

The boat leaves Dubrovnik and reaches Kolocep Island in about 20 minutes. Your first stop is the Blue Cave on the island's south side. You'll anchor near the entrance and swim straight into it, with snorkelling masks provided. After the cave, the route follows the cliffs along the coastline. Because the tour is private, your skipper adjusts how long you stay at each stop and what you want to do, so if you'd rather spend more time in the water or move on to the next island, that's your call.

Lopud Island comes next, known for Sunj beach: a long sandy stretch where you can swim, sunbathe or walk ashore to explore the village. The boat stocks cold water, beer and soft drinks, and a Bimini sun cover keeps you shaded on deck. From the beach, you can visit the Dominican and Franciscan monasteries, the Đorđić-Mayneri park, or simply stay on the boat. On the full-day tour, Šipan is the final stop: the largest of the three islands, with olive groves, pine trees and hidden bays where locals produce wine, olive oil and homemade goods. Your skipper knows the secluded spots and can take you to whichever ones match what you're after that day.

The speedboat is new and equipped with a shower, fridge and Bluetooth stereo. Life jackets are provided for adults and children. You'll need to decide at checkout whether you want the 4-hour morning tour, the 4-hour afternoon tour, or the full 8-hour day: payment is in cash on the day of the tour for either half-day option.

What’s included

• Private speedboat with professional skipper.
• snorkelling masks and equipment.
• life jackets for adults and children.
• bottled water, beer and soft drinks.
• sun cover (Bimini) and sundeck.
• shower and fridge onboard.
• Bluetooth stereo system.

Options for this experience

3 options

4-Hour Morning TourGuide in English · 10:00Morning private half-day speedboat trip to the Elafiti Islands, lasting 4 hours

4-Hour Afternoon TourGuide in English · 14:00Afternoon private half-day speedboat trip to the Elafiti Islands, lasting 4 hours

Full-day option lasting 8 hoursGuide in English · 08:00, 09:00 and 10:00Private full-day speedboat trip to the Elafiti Islands, lasting 8 hours

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 09:00, 10:00 and 14:00Last departure this season: 1 Nov

Book up to1h 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.

Paid on siteUS$ 92

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Explore Dubrovnik

Is this one for you?Book the 4-hour morning or afternoon tour if you want to see the Blue Cave and Lopud beach without committing a full day. Choose the 8-hour option if you want all three islands and the time to explore villages and monasteries without rushing between stops. The private format means your skipper adjusts the route to what you actually want to do that day, rather than following a fixed schedule.

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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 can I actually do at the Blue Cave on Kolocep Island?

The Blue Cave sits on the south side of Kolocep Island. Your skipper anchors the boat near the entrance and you swim into it. Snorkelling masks are provided so you can see underwater. After the cave, the route cruises along the cliffs.

Is there a beach where I can swim and sunbathe?

Sunj beach on Lopud Island is a sandy beach where you can swim and sunbathe. You can stay on the boat with drinks and shade, or go ashore to explore the village, monasteries and parks nearby.

How long does the tour take and when does it depart?

You can choose a 4-hour morning tour, a 4-hour afternoon tour, or a full 8-hour day tour. The boat departs from Dubrovnik and reaches the first island in about 20 minutes.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes the private speedboat and professional skipper, snorkelling equipment, life jackets, bottled water, beer and soft drinks, and all taxes and fees. Payment is in cash on the day of the tour.

Can I customize the stops and how long we spend at each one?

Yes, because the tour is private, your skipper tailors the itinerary to your preferences. You decide how much time to spend at the Blue Cave, the beach, the villages, or any of the hidden bays along the way.

What are the Elafiti Islands known for?

The Elafiti Islands are an archipelago off Dubrovnik featuring three main islands: Kolocep with the Blue Cave and cliffs, Lopud with Sunj beach and Dalmatian monasteries, and Šipan with olive groves, pine forests and local wine and olive oil production. All three offer secluded beaches and hidden bays along the Adriatic coastline.