Snorkeling Elaphite Islands from Dubrovnik: Blue Cave
Jump into the Blue Cave, then island-hop past 16th-century ruins and sandy beaches
A full-day snorkeling tour from Dubrovnik visits three Elaphite Islands (Lopud, Sipan and Kolocep) with a guided stop at the Blue Cave, lunch and unlimited drinks. You snorkel in the cave when weather allows, walk the villages and beaches between stops, and return to Dubrovnik by late afternoon. Hotel pickup and all equipment are included.
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Elaphite Islands cruise and snorkeling
- Depart from Dubrovnik
- Visit Lopud island and walk coast
- Lunch and sightseeing in Sipan village
- Relax on Kolocep island beach
- Snorkel in Blue Cave (weather permitting)
- Return to Dubrovnik
- Sveti Jakov Beach 30m
- Elaphite Islands 1h
What’s included
- Hotel pickup from Dubrovnik.
- all snorkeling equipment.
- lunch with a choice of fish, chicken or vegetarian.
- unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks and other alcoholic beverages throughout the day.
- bottled water.
- a live English-speaking guide.
Times
Next departure: 20 Mar 2027
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Operated by Katarina Cruise
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The experience
The boat leaves Dubrovnik in the morning and heads first to Lopud, where you can walk to the sandy Bay of Sunj on the far side of the island or stroll the coast. From there it moves to Sipan, where lunch arrives (you choose fish, chicken or vegetarian), and then you have free time to walk through Suđurađ, a small harbor village dominated by a 16th-century castle built by a wealthy Dubrovnik family. The third stop is Kolocep, the sunniest of the three islands, where you can rest on the beach before the return journey.
On the way back to Dubrovnik, the boat stops at the Blue Cave if sea conditions allow. You jump from the boat into the clear water and snorkel inside the cave, which is one of several in the area. The Captain may change the snorkeling location or skip it entirely if the sea is rough, so the stop is not guaranteed, but when conditions are good, it is the highlight of the day. Snorkeling equipment is provided.
Lunch, bottled water, beer, wine, soft drinks and all alcoholic beverages are included throughout the day. A live English-speaking guide leads the tour. You can book with hotel pickup or arrange your own transport to the boat. Either way, the full-day itinerary runs about eight to nine hours from start to finish.
Is this one for you?Choose the morning departure if you want to maximize time on the islands and at the Blue Cave before returning in the late afternoon. The fixed itinerary and included lunch mean you don't need to plan meals or transport between stops. Just show up at pickup and the day is arranged.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.
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.
Can I snorkel if I've never done it before?
Yes. The Blue Cave snorkeling requires no experience. You jump from the boat into shallow, clear water and the equipment is provided. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, and the snorkeling stop is brief and supervised by the Captain.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The Captain reserves the right to change the route, departure time, arrival time and snorkeling location due to weather. If the sea is too rough, the Blue Cave stop may be skipped entirely, but the tour continues to the three islands.
Is lunch included, and are there dietary options?
Yes, lunch is included on Sipan island. You choose between fish, chicken or vegetarian at booking, and gluten-free options are available.
What's the difference between Lopud, Sipan and Kolocep?
Lopud has a sandy beach (Bay of Sunj) on the far side and a pleasant coastal walk. Sipan is where lunch happens, with a small harbor village and a 16th-century castle to explore. Kolocep is the sunniest island, best for relaxing on the beach.
Do I need to arrange my own transport to the boat, or is pickup included?
You can choose at checkout: book with hotel pickup from Dubrovnik, or arrange your own transport to the boat. Pickup is included in the "With transfer to boat" option.
Snorkeling Elaphite Islands from Dubrovnik: Blue Cave
8h–9h · EN
from US$ 57 per person
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