Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik
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Is Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik worth booking?
Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik is a 4-hour experience in Dubrovnik, Croatia, from $509 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 379 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (379)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $509 per person
Spend a mind-blowing time exploring Dubrovnik’s sensational Riviera on our private boat tour. This tour can be adjusted to suit your wishes, bringing you your most unforgettable adventure yet! You are accompanied by a pr
What you get
About this experience
Spend a mind-blowing time exploring Dubrovnik’s sensational Riviera on our private boat tour. This tour can be adjusted to suit your wishes, bringing you your most unforgettable adventure yet! You are accompanied by a professional skipper who operates a new and comfortable speedboat well equipped with Bimini (sun cover), Sundeck, Shower, Fridge and Bluetooth Stereo System for a fun day of island hopping. There is a 4 hour (half-day) morning/afternoon option or 8 hour (full-day) option. Destination is Elafiti Islands archipelago approximately 20min from Dubrovnik. Explore magnificent hidden sites such as private bays, blue caves, sandy beaches, cliffs, untouched Mediterranean natural beauty. The archipelago has also 3 typical Dalmatian villages with an old monastery, fort, botanic gardens and nice seaside restaurants. This tour is a spectacular choice for those wishing to discover Dubrovnik’s pristine scenery and waters. Embark on a day of relaxation, positive vibes and beautiful views.
What's included
Included
- Private Boat Tour
- Life jackets for adults and children
- Bottled water, beer, and soft drinks
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Professional Skipper
- All taxes and handling fees
Not included
- Lunch
- Surcharges on fuel
- Surcharges on fuel
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
- Gratuities
- Towels
What you'll see and do
Kolocep Island
Island Kolocep is around 20 min sailing distance from Dubrovnik. Island is known for it's 2 villages -Gornje Celo and Donje Celo and famous for it's Blue Cave on the south side of the islands. Since the tour is private you can choose how much time we will spend here and what exact activities you wish to do. We suggest stopping at Blue Cave. We will anchor near the cave from where you can swim into the cave. Snorekling masks and go pro camera is provided on the tour. After the cave we will cruise along the beautiful cliffs.
90 minutes here
Lopud Island
Lopud Island is famous for its sandy beach Sunj. Here you will have the opportunity to enjoy an actual summer day, swim and sunbathe. We also have cold water, beer and soft drinks on the boat for your refreshment. You can choose to stay the whole time on a boat or go ashore and explore the beach.
120 minutes here
Sunj Beach
The bonus here is that after the sandy beach, we are heading for a village of Lopud. You can visit the Dominican and Franciscan monastery, Đorđić-Mayneri park, remarkable small churches, and much more.
Sipan
The last island we’ll visit on exclusivly on the eight hours private Elaphite Islands tour is Šipan, the largest and most densely populated among the Elafiti islands. Distinguished by the untouched nature, turquoise blue sea, green olive, and pine trees, discreet birds chirping… Locals are dedicated to the production of home-made goods, such as wine, olive oil, marmalade, fruits, vegetables. Since the entire tour is fully private, stops along the way are tailored to your preferences. All 3 islands offer wonderful hidden bays, secluded beaches and beautiful views of Adriatic Coastline. Your skipper will tailor the tour to your preferences.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dubrovnik
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Full Day: 8-hour tour
8 hour tour: Private Full-Day Speed Boat Tour to Elafiti Islands
4-Hour Morning Tour
4 hour morning tour: Private Half-Day Speed Boat Tour to Elafiti Islands
4-Hour Afternoon Tour
4 hour afternoon tour: Private Half-Day Speed Boat Tour to Elafiti Islands
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Explore Dubrovnik
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Pet Friendly
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 379 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
379 verified traveler reviews for Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent half day speed boat tour
Excellent, our half day speed boat with our captain Tom was truly an exceptional tour . Tom couldn’t have done more to help , from beautiful scenery and finding quiet places to drop anchor, even allowing us to listen to our music through the boat speakers, highly recommended.
via Tripadvisor
Private tour with Tom
We did the private Tour with Tom, he was the man! Best captain we could have asked for. Super friendly, and provided a great experience. Customized our tour for us. Great captain too.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that you had the ultimate private boat tour experience with Captain Tom. Our entire team takes great pride in offering a customized boat itinerary so our guests can explore the coast at their own pace. Tom is indeed a top-rated skipper, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. If you're ever looking for another memorable boat rental experience, we’d love to welcome you aboard again!
via Tripadvisor
Best Decision Ever
We had the most amazing boat day with Tomas! We absolutely loved getting to explore and eat on the Elaphiti Islands and getting to see the blue cave. If you’re considering this trip, do it! We are so glad we did! The boat was comfortable and Tomas did a fantastic job catering the day to fit our needs and made the lunch reservation for us.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing boat day with Tomas and enjoyed exploring the Elaphiti Islands, along with the stunning blue cave. It’s fantastic to know that the comfortable boat and Tomas’s personalized service made your experience even more special. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future! Safe travels!
via Tripadvisor
We had the most amazing...
We had the most amazing boat day with Tomas! We absolutely loved getting to explore and eat on the Elaphiti Islands and getting to see the blue cave. If you’re considering this trip, do it! We are so glad we did! The boat was comfortable and Tomas did a fantastic job catering the day to fit our needs and made the lunch reservation for us.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing boat day with Tomas and enjoyed exploring the Elaphiti Islands, along with the stunning blue cave. It’s fantastic to know that the comfortable boat and Tomas’s personalized service made your experience even more special. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future! Safe travels!
via Viator
Amazing day with Explore Dubrovnik!
We had an amazing day with Tom as our captain! He was so easy going and open to whatever we wanted to do. He took us to a great lunch spot on a small island along with some very private coves to swim. Would 100% book with explore Dubrovnik again!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing day with Tom as your captain. His easygoing nature and flexibility truly enhance the experience, and it sounds like you made some fantastic memories exploring those private coves and enjoying lunch on the island. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure with Explore Dubrovnik! Safe travels until next time! 🌊✨
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $509 to $700
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 133
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubrovnik.
How much does Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik cost?
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Prices start at $509 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dubrovnik usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dubrovnik is not rushed.
Is Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 379 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dubrovnik, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik?
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Around 133 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dubrovnik can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dubrovnik and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Elafiti Islands Boat Tour from Dubrovnik start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dubrovnik within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dubrovnik?
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On Outty we rank every Dubrovnik experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones Walking Tour, Panorama Zipline Experience in Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik: 7 Caves & Blue Cave Speedboat Tour (4h). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dubrovnik?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dubrovnik?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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