Private Speedboat Tour- Blue cave, sandy beaches and snorkelling

The best part of this private speedboat trip is the chance to swim inside Koločep’s Blue Cave, where sunlight reflects through the water and gives the cave its blue glow. You also reach several nearby caves, quiet swimming spots, and sandy beaches that are hard to fit into a standard Dubrovnik walking day.

I like the private format, since your skipper can shape the route around your group. I also like the simple extras: snorkel gear, bottled water, soft drinks, beer, and wine are included. The main point to watch is the fuel charge, which is added separately and can make the final cost higher than the headline price.

Key points to know before booking

• Blue Cave swimming: Koločep includes the famous Blue Cave plus three other caves, with time to swim and snorkel inside.
• Skippers Toni and Rocco: Both are named as helpful guides who can adjust the route to suit your group.
• Four-person pricing: The listed price is $362.05 for up to four people, before fuel and lunch.
• Šunj Beach is the relaxed finale: You can swim, stretch out on the sand, and buy drinks at beach bars.
• Mljet changes the pace: The eight-hour option reaches Mljet National Park, but the island is about two hours away by speedboat.
• No toilet on board: Plan your drinks and bathroom stops around time ashore.

Why this private boat trip works well from Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik’s Old Town is beautiful, but the coast is where you get room to breathe. A private boat gives you a full day outside the walls, with sea air, cave swims, island stops, and less pressure to follow a fixed group schedule.

The tour is sold for up to four people at $362.05. Split four ways, that is about $90.51 per person before fuel and any meal. For a private boat, skipper, snorkel equipment, and drinks, that can be a fair deal, especially if you value flexibility.

Still, you need to budget for fuel. The charge is listed as €50 for four hours, €70 for eight hours, and €120 for the 10-hour Mljet option. Lunch on Šipan is also extra. Ask for the exact total before you set off, particularly if you are comparing this with another boat trip that includes fuel.

The listed duration ranges from two to eight hours. That gives you room to choose a short cave-and-swim outing or a longer island day. The more islands you add, the more time you will spend moving between stops. For most groups, the four-hour plan makes sense if Blue Cave and a beach are the main goals. The eight-hour version works better if you want a leisurely day with several islands.

Koločep and the Blue Cave: the main event

Koločep is usually the first major stop, and it gives the tour its strongest reason for being. The route includes the Blue Cave and three additional caves in the area.

The Blue Cave is best understood as a light show made by nature. Sunlight enters the cave and reflects through the water, creating the blue color. You get to swim and snorkel inside rather than simply pass by on the boat, which makes this more active than a sightseeing cruise.

Snorkel equipment is included, so you do not need to bring your own mask and fins. Bottled water and soft drinks are also provided, useful after climbing back aboard in the warm Croatian sun. Beer and wine are included as well, though remember that there is no toilet on the boat.

The caves are the part of the day most likely to stay in your memory. Conditions matter, however. This is a sea-based outing, and the tour requires good weather. If the water is rough or the weather turns poor, the operator may move your booking to another date or issue a full refund.

Your skipper matters here. Toni is named as a skipper who asks what your group wants to see and suggests stops accordingly. Rocco is also described as a skipper who customized the route, with particular praise for the caves and open-water time. That flexibility is one of the main advantages of booking a private boat instead of joining a larger, fixed route.

Šipan: a lunch stop with a slower rhythm

After Koločep, the boat heads to Šipan Island. The planned stop lasts about two hours and includes lunch at a pleasant restaurant. The meal is not included in the tour price, so bring room in your budget.

Šipan gives you a break from swimming and boat movement. Two hours is enough for a relaxed meal, though it is not a long island visit. If your group cares more about eating than sightseeing, this timing should work well. If you prefer to keep moving, ask the skipper how the stop can be handled.

The value of Šipan is the change of pace. A morning spent in caves and open water can be surprisingly tiring. Sitting down for lunch gives you time to dry off, cool down, and enjoy the island setting before the next beach stop.

Because the tour is private, you can ask how much time to spend here. The exact route can be shaped around your group, but do not assume every possible stop fits into the shorter versions. Adding Lokrum or Mljet may mean giving up part of the Elaphiti Islands route.

Lopud’s churches, monastery, and sandy coast

Lopud is the next island, with about an hour set aside for a walk and exploration. The island is known here for its churches, monastery, and beaches.

This is a useful stop for people who need a change from the water. You can walk, look around, and see a little more of island life instead of spending the entire day in swimwear. The one-hour window is fairly brief, so think of it as a taste of Lopud rather than a full island visit.

The beach element is important. Dubrovnik’s coastline has many rocky swimming places, while Lopud offers a more forgiving shoreline. If someone in your group is not keen on cave swimming, this stop gives them another way to enjoy the day.

Comfortable shoes help. You do not need serious walking gear, but the point of stopping at Lopud is to get off the boat and explore. Keep your expectations measured: the scheduled time is enough for a short walk, not a full tour of the island.

Šunj Beach: sand, swimming, and beach-bar time

Šunj Beach is usually the final stop, and it is described as the most popular sandy beach in the Dubrovnik area. You can relax on the sand, swim, and buy drinks at the beach bars.

This stop gives the day a clear finish. After the caves and island visits, Šunj is about doing less. You are not being hurried from one photo stop to the next. Sit down, cool off, and enjoy the fact that you are no longer looking at the Old Town from street level.

Beach popularity has a tradeoff. A well-known sandy beach may feel busier than a small cave or quiet cove. If your group wants a lively beach setting with drinks close by, that is a plus. If you want solitude, ask the skipper if the route can include another swimming place.

The included drinks add value here, though beach-bar purchases are separate. The tour includes beer, wine, Coca-Cola, and bottled water. It also includes champagne only on the sunset tour, so do not count on champagne for a standard daytime booking.

Lokrum is possible, but it changes the route

Lokrum Island sits in front of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, on the opposite side from the Elaphiti Islands. The tour can visit Lokrum on request, but there is an important catch: if you go there, you cannot also see all the Elaphiti Islands.

This is a choice, not an extra stop you simply add without consequence. Lokrum makes sense if you want a short boat outing close to Dubrovnik or if your group already has a strong interest in the island. The Elaphiti route makes more sense if caves, island beaches, and Šunj are your priorities.

Tell the skipper your must-see stop before leaving. A private trip is most useful when you make those choices early. Otherwise, you may spend valuable boat time trying to cover too much.

The eight-hour Mljet option takes commitment

Mljet is the longest option. The island is about 50 kilometers from Dubrovnik, and the speedboat ride takes about two hours each way. Only the eight-hour Blue Cave and Mljet National Park option includes this island.

The reward is a different kind of day. On Mljet, you can visit Limuni Beach, see Odysseus Cave, and visit the salty lakes in the national park. These are substantial stops, but the travel time means Mljet is not a quick add-on to the usual Elaphiti Islands route.

Choose Mljet if your priority is seeing one larger island and its natural sights. Do not choose it if you mainly want a relaxed sequence of nearby caves and beaches. The two-hour ride each way takes a large part of the day, even with a speedboat.

The fuel charge is also higher for the Mljet option, listed as €120 for 10 hours. The timing and fuel information do not line up perfectly with the stated two-to-eight-hour duration, so confirm the exact Mljet schedule and fee before booking.

What is included, and what still costs extra

The package includes a skipper, snorkel equipment, bottled water, soft drinks, beer, and wine. Those inclusions matter because a boat day can become expensive when every drink and piece of equipment is added separately.

A private skipper is especially useful on a flexible route. You can explain whether your group prefers caves, swimming, beaches, walking, or a longer island trip. Toni and Rocco are both identified as skippers who adjust the day to the group.

You should still plan for these extra costs:

• Fuel: €50 for four hours
• Fuel: €70 for eight hours
• Fuel: €120 for the 10-hour Mljet option
• Lunch on Šipan
• Drinks bought at beach bars
• Pickup and drop-off
• Admission for Lokrum or Mljet, if applicable

Pickup and drop-off are not included, even though the tour information refers to comfortable, air-conditioned round transfers. You will need to arrange your own transport to the departure point. The pickup point is described as about a 10-minute taxi ride from Dubrovnik’s Old Town.

The boat has no toilet. That is easy to manage with scheduled stops, but it is worth knowing before you start enjoying the included drinks. Service animals are allowed, public transportation is nearby, and most people can participate.

Who should book this Dubrovnik boat tour?

I would choose this trip for a family or small group of friends who want control over the day. Up to four people can share the private boat, and the format is especially useful when everyone has different interests.

It suits you if you want to:

• Swim and snorkel in caves
• Spend time on a sandy beach
• Combine boat time with a short island walk
• Choose between Elaphiti Islands, Lokrum, and Mljet
• Have beer, wine, water, and soft drinks available
• Avoid a large shared boat

It is less suitable if you dislike open-water travel, need a toilet on board, or want every cost included in the first price. It may also disappoint if you expect a full guided history tour of each island. The focus is on swimming, caves, beaches, and flexible sightseeing.

The day also depends on weather. Good conditions are required, and a poor-weather cancellation brings the choice of another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted.

Is the private Blue Cave tour worth booking?

This is a strong choice if your ideal Dubrovnik day includes cave swimming, snorkelling, and a sandy beach, rather than museums and city streets. The private format, helpful skipper options, and included drinks give the $362.05 group price real value for four people.

Book it with your eyes open about fuel, lunch, transport to the departure point, and the lack of a toilet. I would also decide in advance between the nearby Elaphiti route, Lokrum, and the long Mljet option. If your group wants flexibility and active time on the water, this is an easy tour to recommend. If you want an all-inclusive price or a tightly scheduled sightseeing program, compare carefully before paying.

FAQ

How much does the private speedboat tour cost?

The listed price is $362.05 per group of up to four people. Fuel, lunch, pickup and drop-off, and some island admission costs are not included.

How long does the tour last?

The experience is offered for approximately two to eight hours. The Mljet option involves a longer route, with the island about two hours from Dubrovnik by speedboat.

Is snorkelling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkelling equipment is included, and you can use it at the Blue Cave and other swimming stops.

Are drinks included?

Yes. Bottled water, Coca-Cola, beer, and wine are included. Champagne is included only on the sunset tour.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch on Šipan is not included in the tour price.

Is fuel included?

No. Fuel is charged separately. The listed fees are €50 for four hours, €70 for eight hours, and €120 for the 10-hour Mljet option.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Poor weather may also lead to a different date or a full refund.