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Elaphiti Islands private tour.

Koločep, Lopud and Šipan in one private morning. Beautiful beaches, historic churches and the must-see Blue Cave. The most popular half-day from Dubrovnik.

4 hoursDuration
Up to 12Guests
Speed boat or yachtChoice of vessel
All-inclusiveCrew & drinks
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About the route

A morning in three islands.

The Elaphiti Islands are the closest archipelago to Dubrovnik. Three inhabited islands, no cars on most of them, and some of the clearest water you will swim in all summer. Our half-day route hits all three at a relaxed pace.

The first stop is Koločep and the Blue Cave, a sea cave under the cliffs where the morning light turns the water electric blue. Then Lopud for a swim in Šunj Bay, the only sandy beach in the area. Šipan, the biggest island, is where we end with one last quiet cove before turning back.

The boat is yours for the morning. No shared groups, no fixed timetable. Swap any stop, skip any cove, stretch any swim. Your skipper and hostess take care of everything else.

Sample itinerary

Your morning,
by the hour.

This is a typical route. Every trip is private so you can swap, skip or stretch any of it.

09:00

Pick-up from your accommodation

Our driver collects you within the Dubrovnik area and brings you to the boarding point at Cavtat, Lapad or ACI Marina Komolac.

09:30

Set sail toward Koločep

Coffee, a glass of fizz, the wind in your hair. The first island is twenty minutes away.

10:00

Koločep · Blue Cave swim

Anchor at the entrance to the Blue Cave for the most surreal swim of the day. Snorkel gear and SUP ready on deck.

11:00

Lopud · Šunj Bay

Drop anchor in Šunj Bay, a soft-sand beach with a handful of beachfront tavernas. A swim, a coffee on shore if you want.

12:00

Šipan · quiet cove

One last anchorage on the largest of the Elaphitis. The quietest swim of the day.

13:00

Back to shore

Disembark and our driver takes you back to your accommodation.

All-inclusive

What is included.

Everything is included as standard. No add-on lists, no surprises.

Included in the price

Experienced licensed skipper
Fuel for the full route
Water, soft drinks, beer & white wine
Towels, SUP and snorkelling equipment
Full insurance and final cleaning
Free hotel pick-up & drop-off
Booking this tour

Questions about
the Elaphiti tour.

The most common questions guests ask before booking. For everything else, see the full FAQ.

See all FAQs
What is included in the price?
Skipper, fuel, water, soft drinks, beer and white wine, towels, SUP, snorkelling equipment, insurance and final cleaning. Free hotel transfer is also included.
Where does the tour start and end?
Boarding is at one of three points: Cavtat, Lapad or ACI Marina Komolac. We coordinate the boarding point closest to your accommodation and include the transfer.
Is the Blue Cave swim safe for everyone?
Yes. The skipper anchors at the entrance and accompanies you in. Lifejackets are available. Tell us in advance if anyone is a nervous swimmer.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes. The Elaphiti route is family-friendly with short legs between stops and easy swim spots. We can stock the galley with kid-appropriate snacks if you let us know.
Can we customise the route?
Absolutely. The order of the islands, the length of each swim, and even the lunch stop can be tailored to your group.
What happens in case of bad weather?
If conditions are not safe, we offer to reschedule or refund your deposit in full. We monitor the forecast closely and contact you the day before if it looks uncertain.

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OfficeBogišićeva Tiha 26,
20210 Cavtat, Croatia
Boarding points
Cavtat · Lapad · ACI Marina Komolac
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