
Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves
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Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 102 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves worth booking?
Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves is a 8-hour experience in Dubrovnik, Croatia, from $135 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 102 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (102)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $135 per person
We are small but growing company who wants to prove yourself. Our boats are spacious, clean and comfortable and engines are well maintained. We have big sun shade that covers whole boat. There is cooler with ice for your
What you get
About this experience
We are small but growing company who wants to prove yourself. Our boats are spacious, clean and comfortable and engines are well maintained. We have big sun shade that covers whole boat. There is cooler with ice for your beverages and food. Our employees are friendly, kind and communicative. If you choose our company fun is guaranteed.
What's included
Included
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Cooler with ice
- Map of the Elaphiti islands
Not included
- Skipper
- Fuel (cash only)
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dubrovnik
Meeting point is next to beach. there will be booking place with big white sun umbrella and red desk with photos of the boats.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Meeting point is next to beach. there will be booking place with big white sun umbrella and red desk with photos of the boats.
Options you can book
8h up to 6 pax - with pick up
Duration: 8 hours Small motor boat Pickup included
4h up to 6 pax - with pick up
Duration: 4 hours Small motor boat Pickup included
4h up to 6pax-without pick up
Duration: 4 hours Small motor boat
8h up to 6pax-without pick up
Duration: 8 hours Small motor boat
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Adriatic Boat Tours
Know before you go
- 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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 102 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
102 verified traveler reviews for Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience
A brilliant family experience – we hired the boat for 8 hours and the time just flew by. The pick-up service went very smoothly and the briefing was friendly and professional. We’d definitely do the boat trip again
via Tripadvisor
Recommended
Amazing experience, friendly helpful staff. Very useful pick up and drop off service. We had a great time
via Tripadvisor
Great day trip
Fantastic day trip out of Dubrovnik. The pick and drop off was really helpful. 4 hours was enough for stop at 2 island but not enough time to settle in/explore. But 8 hours felt too long for us. Even so, we had a really great time. Staff were friendly and helpful.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience with amazing views
Great service. We were collected right in front of our Air BnB with the boat, perfectly on time. We received clear instructions about the boat, along with good advice about which stops along the way to consider and where on the islands to go. I would certainly recommend!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your review! Best regards! Antonio
via Tripadvisor
Great fun
We had a lot of fun with the small boat exploring the beautiful island around Dubrovnik. The boat enging is small but it just adds to the fun. 4 hours is just enough time to explore with the map they provide but more time would have been even better. We were just two people but the boat would easily accomodate up to 6 people.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your review! Best regards, Antonio!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $135 to $240
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 36
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 76
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubrovnik.
How much does Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves cost?
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Prices start at $135 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 Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 102 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 Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves?
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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 Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves?
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Around 36 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves 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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