Exclusive private full day boat tour from Dubrovnik & Free drinks

Kolocep’s Blue Cave is the quick burst of adventure that gets this private boat day moving. You swim into the famous cave, take photos with the boat’s GoPro camera, then cruise along with a cold drink as the captain helps shape the rest of your day.

I like the small private format, which means your group of up to five does not have to follow a large boatload of strangers. I also like the mix of quiet island life on Sipan, sandy beaches and old churches on Lopud, and open-water swimming between stops.

The main drawback is the price: $647.06 per group is a serious outlay for a day on the water, especially for fewer than five people. The tour also depends on good weather, so you need some flexibility.

Key points at a glance

• Blue Cave on Kolocep: Swim into one of the island’s best-known sights and use the supplied GoPro camera for photos.
• Private boat for up to five: Your group has the boat, captain, route, and free time to itself.
• Three island settings: Compare Kolocep’s cave, Sipan’s quiet harbor, and Lopud’s beaches and historic buildings.
• Five hours around Lopud: Leave plenty of time for lunch, walking, swimming, drinks, music, and relaxed boat time.
• Captain-led planning: Mari and Noa are named by the provider as part of the team, while the captain helps organize the day around conditions and your interests.

A full day built around three islands

This is an eight-hour boat outing from Dubrovnik to the nearby Elaphiti Islands. Instead of treating the islands as a quick photo stop, the plan gives you time for water activities, a village walk, lunch, and unhurried time back on the boat.

You meet at either Lapadska obala 4 or Obala Stjepana Radića 16, then meet the captain and set off. Having two meeting points can be useful, but check your exact departure location carefully when booking. The boat day is private, so the captain can help arrange the order and pace of the stops.

That flexibility matters most on a coastal day. You may want more swimming time, while someone else in your group may prefer walking on shore. The advertised plan gives you a strong outline, but the captain’s experience helps turn it into a workable day.

Kolocep and the Blue Cave

Kolocep is the first and closest island to Dubrovnik on this route. The main attraction is its Blue Cave, where you can swim inside and see the light and water from a different angle than you would from the open sea.

You should bring swimwear and be ready to get into the water. The cave stop includes an admission ticket, and a GoPro camera is available for taking photos. That is a useful extra because cave photos can be awkward with an ordinary phone, especially when you are in the water.

The scheduled stop lasts about two hours. That includes time for the cave, swimming, and a panoramic ride afterward with a cold drink. I like this opening because it gets you into the sea early, before the day settles into slower island exploring.

There is a practical limit here. The Blue Cave is likely to be the most activity-focused part of the trip, but the available information does not promise a specific amount of time inside the cave or describe the swimming conditions. Your captain will be the best person to guide you on the day.

Sipan and the small harbor at Sudurad

After Kolocep, the boat heads to Sipan, arriving at Sudurad. This is a very different stop. Instead of centering on swimming, it gives you a short look at island life in a small fishing harbor.

You have about one hour to walk through the village. Expect old houses, quiet surroundings, olive oil, and a working harbor atmosphere. The appeal is not a long checklist of sights. It is the chance to see a smaller Croatian settlement at a slower pace, away from Dubrovnik’s busy old-city streets.

One hour is enough for a gentle walk and some photos, but it is not enough for an extensive visit. If you like spending half a day in one village, this stop may feel brief. If you want variety during a single boat day, the short visit works well.

I would use this hour to walk rather than rush toward a meal. Lunch is recommended later on Lopud, and Sipan is better suited to a look around, a quiet pause, and a sense of how daily life feels on the islands.

Lopud, beaches, churches, and lunch

Lopud receives the largest share of the schedule, with about five hours. Before reaching the island, the captain recommends snorkeling in a beautiful cove where you may find fewer people. The precise cove is not specified, which gives the captain room to choose based on the day’s conditions.

That flexibility is one of the better reasons to book a private tour. You are not locked into one crowded swimming area or a fixed group timetable. Still, the tour does not promise snorkeling equipment, so ask the provider what is supplied before departure if snorkeling is important to you.

On Lopud, you can choose how active or relaxed you want to be. The island offers sandy beaches, souvenir shops, old churches and monasteries, and a botanical garden. You can also stop for lunch at one of the recommended seafood restaurants.

The lunch cost is not included in the stated tour price, so budget for it separately. The restaurant recommendation is helpful, but you should still confirm the menu and prices yourself if you are watching expenses.

Five hours gives Lopud enough breathing room. You can eat, walk, swim, browse, and return to the boat without turning each activity into a race. On the other hand, people who mainly want to stay at sea may find the long island stop more shore-focused than expected.

The best part may be the unplanned boat time

The schedule leaves the rest of the day for you to enjoy on the boat, with swimming, drinks, and music. This is where the private format becomes more valuable than a simple transfer between islands.

You can use the boat time as a break between shore visits. Swim when you want, listen to music, and have a drink without needing to keep up with a large group. The included drinks help, but the information does not specify the exact selection or quantity, so do not assume an open bar.

I like that the day is not packed with one sight after another. Dubrovnik can feel intense during the busiest parts of the season, and a boat day offers a change of pace. You still see several places, but you also get open water and downtime.

The tradeoff is that the experience depends heavily on weather. Swimming, cave access, and the general comfort of a boat day are all affected by wind and sea conditions. If the weather turns poor, the provider offers a different date or a full refund.

How the $647.06 group price works

The listed price is $647.06 per group of up to five, not per person. At five people, that works out to roughly $129 per person. For two people, the same private-boat cost works out to about $324 per person, before any separate lunch spending.

That makes the group size important. Families or friends traveling as a group of four or five receive the strongest value because you are spreading the boat cost across more people. A couple may still prefer it for privacy and control, but the price is much harder to justify if your main goal is simply reaching the islands.

You are paying for more than transportation. The price covers an eight-hour private activity, a captain who helps plan the day, the Blue Cave stop, swimming opportunities, free drinks, and time on three islands. The value is strongest if you care about a relaxed schedule and private use of the boat.

It is less compelling if you want a low-cost sightseeing trip with strict sightseeing stops. In that case, a shared boat option may cost less, though this experience’s private setup gives you more say over how the day feels.

Who will enjoy this Dubrovnik boat day

I would recommend it most for a small group that wants a flexible day outside Dubrovnik. Families, couples traveling with friends, and groups that enjoy swimming mixed with light walking should find the format appealing.

It also suits people who do not want a tightly scripted tour. You have a clear route, but the day includes free time for the boat, a captain who helps organize the schedule, and several ways to use the Lopud stop.

You should think twice if you dislike boats, do not want to swim, or prefer long visits at one historic site. The tour includes churches, monasteries, a botanical garden, and old houses, but it is not primarily a guided history tour.

It may also be a poor fit for anyone with no tolerance for weather changes. The provider requires good weather, and poor conditions can lead to a new date or cancellation with a full refund.

Practical details before you book

Confirmation is provided at booking, and the activity is offered in English. The tour is private, so only your group participates, with a maximum of five people.

You can reach the meeting area near public transportation, and service animals are allowed. Most people can take part, though the water-based elements mean you should consider your own comfort with swimming and getting on and off a boat.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund, and cut-off times follow local time in Dubrovnik.

The provider is Bluescape Dubrovnik. Mari and Noa are named by the company, and the captain’s experience is presented as a key part of shaping the day. Confirm who will be operating your boat when you book if meeting a particular team member matters to you.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you are traveling with up to five people and want one private day that combines the Blue Cave, swimming, quiet island villages, Lopud beaches, seafood lunch, drinks, and music. The strongest value comes from filling the boat and making use of the long Lopud stop.

I would skip it if you are traveling alone or as a couple on a tight budget, or if your priority is a detailed guided tour of historic sites. For the right small group, though, the private boat, flexible pacing, and mix of sea time and island stops make this a well-rounded Dubrovnik day out.

FAQ

Where does the boat tour start?

You can meet at either Lapadska obala 4 or Obala Stjepana Radića 16 in Dubrovnik.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately eight hours.

How many people can join the private boat tour?

The price covers one private group of up to five people. Only your group participates.

Which islands does the tour visit?

The route includes Kolocep Island, Sipan Island, and Lopud Island.

Is the Blue Cave included?

Yes. The Kolocep stop includes admission to the Blue Cave, along with time for swimming and photos.

Is a GoPro camera available?

Yes. A GoPro camera is available for taking photos during the Blue Cave experience.

Are drinks included?

Yes. Free drinks are included, and the boat time also includes music. The exact drink selection is not specified.

Is lunch included in the price?

No lunch inclusion is stated. Lunch is recommended at a seafood restaurant on Lopud, so plan to pay for your meal separately.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.