Elafiti Islands Private Tour with Fisher 20 Speedboat

Your own boat changes the island day. This private Fisher 20 speedboat tour gives you a flexible route around Koločep, Šipan, Lopud, and Šunj Beach, with a skipper who can adjust the pace to your group. I especially like the included hotel pickup and the chance to choose between old churches, swimming, snorkeling, cliff jumping, and a long lunch stop.

The other strong point is the easygoing setup: drinks, bottled water, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth music, fuel, and a shower are included. The main consideration is price. At $464.43 per group of up to six, it can be good value for a full boat, but it is a substantial splurge for only two people. The itinerary also depends on calm, safe weather.

Key points at a glance

• Blue Cave and cliff jumping at Koločep: The most active part of the outing, with time for swimming and snorkeling.
• A private boat for up to six: You are not sharing the ride with a large group or following a fixed timetable.
• Šunj Beach’s soft sand and shallow water: A practical stop for families and anyone who prefers an easy swim.
• Historic island stops: Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud add old churches, a castle, a monastery, and a botanical garden.
• Hotel pickup, drinks, and Wi-Fi included: The price covers the main boating costs and makes the day simple to arrange.
• Four to eight hours on the water: You can plan a brisk half-day or use the boat for a longer island outing.

Why a private Elafiti Islands boat trip works so well

Dubrovnik’s old town can become crowded and hot, especially in the busy months. A private boat takes you away from the stone streets and gives you a full day of open water, island villages, swimming spots, and sea views.

The best part is control. You can ask to spend longer at Šunj Beach, cut a stop short, make room for lunch on Lopud, or focus almost entirely on swimming. The skipper is there to handle the boat and suggest options, but the day belongs to your group.

That difference matters. A standard group excursion usually has a set departure, set stops, and set return time. Here, you can make the outing active, quiet, historic, or a mixture of all three. Families can keep the pace gentle. Friends can add snorkeling and cliff jumping. Couples can spend more time in secluded swimming areas.

The boat carries up to six people, so the price makes more sense when shared among a full group. Split six ways, the listed price is roughly $77 per person. For two people, the cost is about $232 each, which is harder to justify unless a private boat is a major part of your Dubrovnik plans.

Leaving Dubrovnik for Koločep’s Blue Cave

Koločep is the first planned stop, and it gives the outing an energetic start. The Blue Cave is the main attraction, followed by swimming, snorkeling, and the option of cliff jumping.

The exact amount of time here is flexible, but the suggested stop is about an hour. That is enough for a look at the cave and a swim, though you will want to tell the skipper early if your group would rather stay longer in the water than walk around the island.

Koločep also offers old churches and walking routes. This makes it more than a quick photo stop. You can split the hour between a short stroll and time in the sea, or keep your shoes off and treat this as the water-sports portion of the day.

Cliff jumping needs a sensible approach. It is an optional activity, not a requirement, and you should only do it if conditions and your comfort level are right. A private tour is useful here because nobody has to wait for you to take part, and nobody is forced to watch from the boat while the rest of the group swims.

The Blue Cave is also the kind of attraction that can depend on sea conditions and timing. The tour promises a visit, but your skipper remains the person to ask about the safest and best way to approach it on your date.

Šipan adds castle views and a slower pace

Šipan is listed as a shorter stop of around 30 minutes. The plan here is simple: walk, look around, swim if you wish, and see an old castle and old churches.

That shorter timing makes Šipan a good middle stop rather than the main event. You get a taste of the island’s built heritage without giving up too much time at the beaches. If your group cares more about churches and local history than swimming, ask the skipper if the schedule can be adjusted.

The island stops are valuable because they keep this from becoming only a speedboat and beach outing. You see a different side of the Elafiti Islands, where the pleasure comes from wandering through older settlements and looking at buildings that have outlasted generations of visitors.

Still, do not expect a long guided history tour. The skipper can share local stories and information, as several guests particularly valued, but the experience is centered on the boat, the coast, and your own choices. If you want detailed interpretation at every church, you may need to ask questions directly.

Lopud combines walking, gardens, and lunch

Lopud receives about an hour in the suggested plan, although the private format lets you change that. Its attractions include a monastery, old churches, a botanical garden, and places to eat.

This is the most useful stop for a mixed group. One person can walk, another can look around the historic sites, and others can swim or settle in for lunch. Lopud is also the natural place to ask the skipper for a restaurant recommendation and, if needed, help arranging a table.

Lunch is not included, so budget for it separately. Food prices can vary, and one recommendation was considered expensive, roughly twice the already high prices found in Dubrovnik’s old town, even though the quality was reported as good. That is a useful warning: ask for the menu and prices before settling in.

If you have only four hours, lunch on Lopud may take too much of your water time. On an eight-hour outing, it makes more sense. I would choose the longer option if your group wants a proper meal, a walk, and time to swim without rushing back to the boat.

Šunj Beach is the easy family stop

Šunj Beach is described as one of Dubrovnik’s best beaches, known for white sand, shallow clear water, and beach bars. It is especially practical for children and weaker swimmers because the water gets deep gradually.

The suggested visit is about an hour, but this is exactly the kind of place where flexibility pays off. If the sea is calm and your group wants a relaxed swim, you may prefer to stay longer. If you have already spent time in the Blue Cave and at Koločep, you can use Šunj for a short final swim before returning.

The beach also gives the tour a change of texture. The other stops mix rock, old buildings, and island paths. Šunj is for lying back, getting into the water, and ordering a refreshment at a bar.

It may be busier than a quiet swimming cove, particularly at popular times. That does not make it a poor stop, but it is worth telling the skipper if your priority is privacy. The boat can help you reach less crowded swimming areas, a feature praised by people who wanted an escape from the crowds.

Your skipper shapes the day

The skipper is central to this experience. The company uses several captains, including Nico, Nikola, Ante, Ivo, Peter, Marco, Marko, and Miro in the supplied guest comments. That means your exact captain may vary, but the repeated praise points to a consistent role: safe boat handling, local suggestions, patience, and a friendly manner.

Nico was singled out for being patient and well informed. Nikola was praised for finding quieter places and sharing information. Ante was described as giving the group clear control over the day from the start. Marko was especially careful with a passenger prone to seasickness, steering to reduce the effect of the waves.

Those details are more useful than a generic promise of a friendly captain. If anyone in your party gets seasick, tell the team before departure and remind the skipper at the start. Calm water makes a major difference, and the outing is much more enjoyable when the boat ride itself feels comfortable.

The captain can also add local context. One group particularly enjoyed hearing Croatian history and talking with a local person. You should ask questions rather than waiting for a formal commentary. This is a private outing, not a scripted walking tour.

What the Fisher 20 speedboat includes

The boat is a Fisher 20 speedboat, and the listed package includes fuel, captain services, drinks, bottled water, alcoholic beverages, Wi-Fi, and a shower. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Dubrovnik are also included.

The drinks are a useful touch on a warm day. You do not need to organize every bottle before leaving, and the inclusion of alcoholic drinks can make a longer outing feel more festive. Drink responsibly, especially in the sun and around swimming activities.

Wi-Fi and onboard music through Bluetooth add comfort for a private group. You can play your own music rather than sharing a soundtrack with strangers. That is a small feature, but it helps the boat feel like your space for the day.

The shower is handy after swimming, although the supplied information does not specify its size or changing arrangements. Bring swimwear, sun protection, and anything you need to feel comfortable between stops. Lunch is the only clearly listed extra cost.

Four hours or eight hours?

The tour lasts approximately four to eight hours. That is a wide range, and you should decide what kind of day you want before boarding.

A four-hour version works best as a focused outing. You might choose Koločep and the Blue Cave, add one swim, then visit Šunj Beach or Lopud. Trying to give every listed stop equal time could leave you feeling hurried.

A longer trip gives the islands room to breathe. You can visit all four planned areas, stop for lunch, walk through Lopud, spend time at the beach, and still enjoy the ride between islands. The eight-hour option is best for families or groups with different interests because nobody has to rush from one activity to the next.

The route is not a promise that every stop will receive the same amount of time. That is the point of the private format. Discuss priorities at the beginning: Blue Cave, historic sights, beach time, lunch, quiet coves, or active swimming.

Pickup and meeting point details

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dubrovnik are included, while the listed meeting point is Marina Frapa Dubrovnik at Lapadska obala 21a. The activity finishes back at the meeting point, with the transfer arrangement covering the return to your hotel.

Pickup was repeatedly described as smooth and on time, including for a last-minute booking made the night before. Confirmation is officially sent within 48 hours, subject to availability, so it is wise to book earlier when your schedule is tight.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Most people can participate, and the marina is near public transportation. The private setup is particularly helpful for families because you can choose shorter walks and spend more time at the shallow water of Šunj Beach.

Good weather is essential. If poor weather forces cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Inside 24 hours, the payment is not refunded, and changes are not accepted.

How the price compares with the experience

At $464.43 per group, this is not the cheapest way to see the Elafiti Islands. It is priced as a private charter, not as a basic ferry ride or a seat on a large sightseeing boat.

The value improves sharply with six people. You are paying for the boat, fuel, captain, drinks, Wi-Fi, pickup, and the ability to change the plan. Those inclusions remove several small costs and, just as important, save you from spending the day following someone else’s clock.

For a couple, the price is a luxury. The value comes from privacy, quiet swimming stops, and the freedom to spend the day exactly as you like. If you mainly want transport between islands, this is more than you need. If you want a special day on the water, the cost may be the most memorable spend of your Dubrovnik visit.

The perfect score from 81 ratings and a 100 percent recommendation figure show very strong satisfaction, but you should still read the price in context. The one clear caution is dining cost. If you choose a restaurant on Lopud, check the prices before ordering.

Who should book this private cruise?

I would recommend it most strongly to a group of four to six friends or relatives who want a shared day on the sea. The per-person price becomes reasonable, and the private boat lets everyone agree on the pace.

It also suits families. Šunj Beach has shallow water, the captain can adapt the route, and the boat avoids the fixed structure of a large group outing. Parents should still supervise children closely around the water, the boat, and any cliff-jumping area.

Couples can enjoy it too, especially if privacy is worth paying for. For two people, I would choose this only if you want the boat itself to be a highlight, not simply a way to reach an island.

This is less suitable if you dislike speedboats, need a detailed scheduled history tour, or want every meal included. The route is adjustable, but the boat and sea remain the center of the experience.

Should you book it?

Book this Elafiti Islands private tour if you want control, swimming, and a personal day away from Dubrovnik’s crowds. The strongest reasons are the flexible itinerary, helpful captains such as Nico, Nikola, Ante, and Marko, included pickup, and the mix of Blue Cave, island history, beaches, and lunch options.

I would book the eight-hour version for a full group and the four-hour option for a shorter taste of the coast. Confirm your priorities at pickup, ask about sea conditions, and check Lopud restaurant prices before sitting down. With those points handled, this is a strong choice for a relaxed and active day on the Adriatic.

FAQ

How much does the private Elafiti Islands tour cost?

The listed price is $464.43 per group, with up to six people included.

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts approximately four to eight hours, depending on the selected duration and the customized schedule.

Which islands are included?

The planned stops are Koločep, Šipan, Lopud, and Šunj Beach.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Dubrovnik are included. The listed meeting point is Marina Frapa Dubrovnik at Lapadska obala 21a.

Are drinks included?

Yes. The package includes drinks, bottled water, alcoholic beverages, Wi-Fi, and fuel. Lunch is not included.

Can children join the tour?

Yes. Children can participate but must be accompanied by an adult.

What happens if the weather is bad?

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