Explore Blue & Green Caves With Speedboat – Private Tour

The star of this four-hour private boat trip is the water itself. At Koločep, sunlight turns the Blue Cave an intense blue, while the nearby Green caves shift between turquoise and green as the waves move. I like the small private format and the fact that you can swim, snorkel, and take pictures without hauling your own gear. The skipper, Maro, Ivan, or Luka, can also shape the pace around your group.

I also like the easy island contrast: after the caves, you can slow down on car-free Lopud, then cool off at shaded Betina Cave near Dubrovnik. The main drawback is time. Four hours gives you a fine coastal sampler, but not a long visit on Lopud, and some of the smaller caves are too tight or shallow to enter.

Key points to know before you go

• Seven cave stops around three islands: Koločep, Lopud, and Lokrum form a compact route packed with swimming and photo stops.
• A genuinely private outing: The boat is reserved for your group, with a maximum of four people.
• Swimming gear is supplied: Towels, life jackets, snorkeling equipment, and GoPro rental are included.
• Drinks are part of the price: You get beer, wine, water, and soft drinks, with an 18-year minimum drinking age.
• Lopud adds time on land: You can walk around the car-free island or arrange lunch, though lunch costs extra.
• Weather matters: The trip requires good conditions, with a new date or full refund offered if poor weather cancels it.

A private speedboat is the right scale for the caves

The price is $556.31 per group of up to four, not per person. That works out to about $139 per person if you fill the boat, or more if only two or three of you go. For a private four-hour outing with fuel, skipper, drinks, towels, snorkeling gear, life jackets, and GoPro use included, the value is strongest for a small family or group of friends.

I would not compare this directly with a basic shared boat ride. The appeal here is control and space. You are not joining a large crowd for a fixed swim stop. Your group has the boat to itself, and the skipper can spend time explaining the caves and handling the boat through coastal swells. Luka’s careful handling around the waves was especially useful, while Maro earned praise for his smooth docking and careful preparation.

The speedboat also makes sense in Dubrovnik, where the most interesting caves are separated by water. You see more in half a day than you could by trying to reach each place independently. Still, the boat is a means to an end, not a luxury yacht cruise. The focus is on swimming, cave entrances, island views, and short stops rather than elaborate onboard service.

Koločep’s Blue Cave delivers the main visual moment

Koločep is the first major part of the trip. You begin with several smaller caves scattered around the island. Some are not large enough to enter, so do not expect seven separate underground swims. Their value is in the views, the rock shapes, and the skipper’s stories as you pass them.

The Blue Cave is the real draw. As the boat enters, sunlight reflects through the water and gives the cave its famous blue color. The effect depends on daylight, the angle of the sun, and sea conditions, so it is not a theatrical light show on demand. When the conditions line up, though, the color is striking and makes an immediate swim tempting.

You can enter the water here, and the supplied snorkeling gear means you do not need to pack a mask and fins. Life jackets are also provided. If you prefer to stay dry, you still get the cave entrance and the changing color of the sea from the boat.

The three Green caves follow. Here the water shows a different mix of green and turquoise, with the colors changing as the surface ripples. These caves are good for swimming, snorkeling, and photos. A complimentary GoPro rental gives you a way to record the experience without risking your own camera near the water.

I would plan to keep this part flexible. Cave access can depend on the sea, and the description makes clear that not every smaller opening can be entered. That is normal for a coastal cave route, but it is worth knowing if you are picturing a full underground tour.

Lopud gives the morning a slower middle section

After Koločep, the boat continues to Lopud. This is a useful change of pace. You move from rocky cave stops to an island where you can stretch your legs, wander through the main village, or spend time near a sandy beach.

Lopud once had two monasteries, about thirty churches, and several noble palaces. Today, you see remnants rather than a perfectly preserved old town, but that is part of the appeal. The island lets you add a little local history and village time to what could otherwise be four hours of nonstop swimming.

Lopud is car-free, which makes it feel different from Dubrovnik’s roads and harbor traffic. It also has two large sandy beaches. One is near the main village, and Šunj lies on the island’s south side in a wooded bay. The information provided does not promise a long stop at a specific beach, so ask your skipper how much time is practical on your departure day.

You can request a lunch reservation at a local restaurant serving freshly caught fish, but lunch is not included. This matters to your budget and your clock. A sit-down meal may be worthwhile if food is a priority, but it will reduce time for swimming or walking. On a four-hour tour, I would decide before departure rather than lose part of the stop choosing on the spot.

The island visit is also where the trip can feel less rushed. You have already seen the Blue and Green caves, and Lopud offers a chance to enjoy the coast at a gentler speed. If your group includes people who are not keen on snorkeling, this break helps keep the day appealing to everyone.

Betina Cave is the cool afternoon swim

On the return toward Dubrovnik, the boat stops at Betina Cave near Lokrum. You can reach it only from the sea, and its small pebbly beach sits inside the cave. Because the opening faces southeast, the beach is shaded and cooler in the afternoon.

That shade is more than a scenic detail. After time in direct sun on the boat and in the water, a cooler cave can be a welcome change. You can swim, snorkel, take photos, or simply sit near the beach while the boat waits outside.

The trip description also mentions cliff jumping for those who are brave. Treat that as an optional personal choice, not a required part of the stop. Life jackets are supplied, and you should follow the skipper’s direction around the rocks and water.

Betina is a good example of why this private trip works best for groups with similar interests. One person can swim while another takes pictures or stays on the boat. You do not have to match the schedule of a large group, although the four-hour duration still places a limit on how long you can linger.

Lokrum’s Pidgeon’s Cave closes the route

Across from Betina, on Lokrum, you see Pidgeon’s Cave, described as the largest of Dubrovnik’s caves on this route. Its entrance is ringed by steep rocks and Mediterranean plants growing from the stone. Waves have shaped the opening over a very long period, giving it a more dramatic feel than the smaller cave stops.

You view Pidgeon’s Cave from the sea. Walking on Lokrum is not included, so do not book this tour expecting time to explore the island’s paths or interior. That limitation is easy to miss when you see Lokrum named in the route.

The final cave stop works well from the boat because the rocky entrance and position on the outer side of the island are the point. You get a coastal view that would be difficult to arrange on foot, then return toward Dubrovnik.

The route saves Lokrum for the end, which also means the final part may feel like a scenic ride back rather than another long island visit. If you want extensive time on Lokrum, plan a separate visit.

What the skipper adds to the experience

The skipper is not just the person driving. The supplied details emphasize stories about the smaller caves, safe handling through swells, and careful docking. That practical skill matters on a boat trip because comfort depends on how the boat is handled as much as on the scenery.

Maro contacted one group before the outing and had towels, masks, life jackets, and transportation details ready. Ivan is also named as a skipper, while Luka was praised for keeping the group comfortable and safe and for guiding the boat well through changing water. You cannot request a particular captain from the information given, but these names give you a useful sense of the operating team.

The private format lets you ask questions as you go. You can also tell the skipper if your group wants more swimming, more time on Lopud, or a quicker return. The exact balance will depend on sea conditions and the day’s timing, so do not expect every stop to last exactly the same amount of time.

Drinks and gear keep the packing simple

The included supplies make this a low-fuss outing. You get:

• Beer, wine, water, and soft drinks
• Towels
• Snorkeling gear
• GoPro rental
• Life jackets
• Fuel and all fees and taxes

The drinks are a nice touch on a private boat, especially after swimming. The minimum drinking age is 18. I would still treat alcohol as an after-swim option rather than the purpose of the trip. You need to stay alert around a boat, rocks, cave entrances, and water.

The GoPro is useful because cave colors and swimming moments are hard to capture with a phone unless you have suitable waterproof protection. Ask how the camera is handled before you enter the water, and return it as directed. The gear inclusion also reduces the number of things you need to pack, though you may still want sun protection and a change of clothes. The tour data does not specify whether sunscreen or other personal items are supplied.

Who will get the most from this four-hour route

I think this trip suits you best if you want a concentrated coastal outing rather than a full island day. It works especially well for:

• A couple or family that values privacy
• Friends who want to swim and snorkel together
• First-time visitors with limited time in Dubrovnik
• Small groups who want cave photos without arranging separate equipment
• People who want a mix of water time and a short island stop

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The supplied information does not list special access arrangements for entering caves or moving between the boat and beaches, so ask the provider directly if anyone in your group has mobility concerns.

This is less suitable if you want a long cultural tour, extensive time on Lokrum, or a relaxed full-day schedule. It is also not the best match if your group dislikes boats, swimming, or sun. The route is built around the sea.

The tour is offered in English. It is commonly booked well ahead, with an average booking lead time of 136 days, so I would not leave it until the last moment if your dates are fixed. Confirmation arrives when you book, and you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted, and poor weather can lead to a new date or a full refund.

How the price works for your group

At $556.31 for up to four people, the arithmetic is simple. Four people pay about $139 each. Two people pay about $278 each, and a solo booking would carry the full group price unless the operator’s current terms say otherwise.

For four people, I consider the cost reasonable for a private speedboat, fuel, a skipper, several cave areas, an island stop, drinks, towels, snorkeling equipment, life jackets, and GoPro use. The price is harder to justify for one or two people unless privacy is a major priority.

Lunch is extra, and any restaurant meal on Lopud will add to the total. Since the main route already includes plenty of water activity, you can keep the day’s additional spending low by skipping lunch or eating separately. I would ask about the lunch timing before agreeing to a reservation.

Should you book the Blue and Green Caves tour?

Book it if you want to see a lot of Dubrovnik’s coast in a short window and your group can fill most of the four seats. The strongest reasons are the private boat, the Blue Cave and Green caves at Koločep, the shaded swim at Betina, and the useful inclusion of gear and drinks.

Think twice if you mainly want to walk around Lokrum or spend hours on Lopud. Neither island receives a full land visit on this route. Also keep the cave experience in perspective: some openings are too small to enter, and the colors depend on daylight and sea conditions.

For a small group that wants active sightseeing with room to set its own pace, this is an efficient and appealing choice. For a cultural day or a beach holiday, choose something with more time on land.

FAQ

How long is the private cave tour?

The tour lasts approximately four hours.

How many people can join the private boat?

The private tour is for your group only, with up to four people included in the group price.

Which islands does the tour visit?

The route visits Koločep, Lopud, and Lokrum.

How many caves will I see?

The experience is designed to show you seven Dubrovnik caves, including Koločep’s Blue Cave, three Green caves, Betina Cave, and Pidgeon’s Cave. Several smaller caves are also visited, though some cannot be entered because they are too small or inaccessible.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling gear, towels, life jackets, and GoPro rental are included.

Are drinks included in the price?

Yes. Beer, wine, water, and soft drinks are provided. The minimum drinking age is 18.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included, but a reservation can be arranged at a Lopud restaurant serving freshly caught fish.

Can I walk around Lokrum during the tour?

No. The boat stops near Pidgeon’s Cave on Lokrum, but walking on the island is not included.

What happens if bad weather cancels the trip?

The experience requires good weather. If poor weather causes cancellation, you can receive a full refund or choose a different date. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time.