Private Speedboat Tour- Blue cave, sandy beaches and snorkelling

Blue caves make an ordinary boat day special. This private speedboat tour from Dubrovnik combines swimming, snorkeling, sandy beaches, and island stops, with a skipper who can shape the day around your group rather than follow a rigid schedule. You can visit the Blue Cave and other caves on Koločep, stop for lunch on Šipan, walk around Lopud, and relax at Šunj Beach.

I like the private boat format, especially for families or friends who want control over the pace. I also like that snorkel gear, water, soft drinks, beer, and wine are supplied, so you do not need to pack a small floating pantry. The main catch is the extra fuel charge, which is paid separately and can make the final cost higher than the headline price.

The tour costs $362.05 per group of up to four people. That is good value when four people share the boat, but less attractive for one or two people. Your exact route depends on the time booked, weather, and your chosen islands. The 8-hour option can include Mljet National Park, while Lokrum is only visited on request.

Key points to know before booking

• The Blue Cave is an active swim stop: You can swim and snorkel inside Koločep’s Blue Cave and three additional caves, with sunlight creating the blue glow.
• Your skipper can adjust the day: Toni and Rocco are specifically praised for listening to preferences and suggesting stops that suit the group.
• Šunj is the main sandy-beach stop: Lopud and Šunj offer time for a walk, a swim, and drinks at beach bars.
• Lunch on Šipan costs extra: The two-hour stop includes time at a local restaurant, but the meal is not part of the tour price.
• Fuel is not included: Expect an additional €50 for four hours, €70 for eight hours, or €120 for the Mljet National Park option.
• There is no toilet onboard: Plan your drinks, swimming stops, and bathroom breaks with this in mind.

Why a private boat works well around Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik’s prettiest swimming spots sit offshore, scattered among the Elaphiti Islands and nearby islands. A private speedboat gives you a quicker way to reach them than a slow sightseeing boat, and you are not tied to a large group’s schedule.

That flexibility matters here. One person in your group may want more time snorkeling, while another may prefer a walk on Lopud or lunch on Šipan. With a private booking, you can discuss those priorities with the skipper. The experience is still guided, but it does not need to feel like a conveyor belt of photo stops.

The listed price covers up to four people, making this a sensible choice for a family or a small group of friends. At $362.05, the base price works out to roughly $90.50 per person if four people share it, before fuel and lunch. For two people, the per-person cost is much higher, although you are paying for privacy and control rather than simply a seat on a boat.

The tour is offered in English. A skipper is included, along with bottled water, Coca-Cola, beer, wine, and snorkeling equipment. A bottle of champagne is included only on the sunset tour, so do not assume it comes with a standard daytime departure.

Koločep’s Blue Cave and three more caves

Koločep is the first major stop and the visual centerpiece of the outing. The route includes the Blue Cave plus three other caves in the area, giving you more than one quick look at a single rock opening.

The appeal is simple. You swim inside the caves, and sunlight reflecting through the water creates a blue color around you. You can also use the supplied snorkel equipment to look for sea life. This is the part of the trip where the boat becomes a base for getting into the water, not just a platform for taking pictures.

Bring a swimsuit and wear something that makes it easy to move between boat and water. The supplied equipment is useful, but you may still prefer to bring your own mask if you have one that fits well. Bottled water and soft drinks are included, which helps after repeated swims in the open sun.

Your time at Koločep is listed as about one hour. That is enough for a focused cave and snorkel stop, but not an extended marine outing. If swimming is your top priority, tell the skipper early. The strongest part of this experience is its ability to adjust the emphasis of the day.

The caves can also be the most weather-sensitive part of the route. The tour requires good weather, and poor conditions can lead to a different date or a full refund. That policy is useful because sea conditions affect both comfort and access to swimming spots.

Šipan gives the day a slower middle

After the caves, the boat continues to Šipan for about two hours. This is the lunch stop, with a meal at a pleasant restaurant not included in the booking price.

That pause gives the day a useful change of rhythm. A speedboat tour can become tiring if every stop involves another swim, another climb into the boat, and another burst across the water. Šipan lets you sit down, eat, and take a break from the sun.

You should budget separately for lunch. The tour information does not specify a fixed menu or price, so plan for the restaurant meal as an additional expense. If you are watching your budget, ask about the lunch arrangement before departure and keep your expectations flexible.

The two-hour allocation is generous compared with the shorter island stops. It may appeal most to people who want a relaxed day rather than a race through every possible sight. If your priority is seeing more islands, you can ask how much time is available for lunch and whether the route can be adjusted.

Lopud combines a walk with a beach stop

Lopud is known here for its churches, monastery, and sandy beaches. The scheduled stop lasts about one hour, giving you time to leave the boat and explore on foot.

This is a welcome contrast to Koločep. The caves are about water, shade, and rock formations. Lopud adds a little culture and walking, even if you only have time for a short look. You can stretch your legs, see some of the island’s religious buildings, and get a sense of the place beyond its shoreline.

One hour passes quickly. You are unlikely to make a long island tour within that time, so treat this as a brief exploration rather than a full historical visit. Comfortable walking shoes will help, particularly if you want to go beyond the immediate waterfront.

The flexible private format is useful here. You can tell the skipper if you want a longer walk, but extra time at Lopud may mean less time elsewhere. A good plan is to decide before the day starts if your group values island scenery, swimming, lunch, or caves most.

Šunj Beach is the easiest place to relax

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

For many people, this will be the least complicated stop of the day. There is no cave entrance to find and no island route to follow. You simply get settled and enjoy the beach. After snorkeling and walking, that simplicity can be exactly what you want.

The stop is listed as about one hour, so you should not expect a full beach day. It is long enough for a swim and a drink, but the schedule remains built around a wider island tour. If your perfect outing means several hours on sand, ask about choosing a shorter route that gives Šunj more time.

The supplied beer, wine, water, and soft drinks are convenient on the boat, but beach-bar purchases are separate. If you are planning to drink alcohol, pace yourself carefully in the sun and on a moving boat.

Lokrum is an optional trade-off

Lokrum sits in front of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, on the opposite side from the Elaphiti Islands. The skipper visits it only on request, and choosing Lokrum means you cannot see all the Elaphiti Islands on the same route.

This is an important planning choice, not simply an extra stop. Lokrum is close to Dubrovnik and easy to recognize from the coast, but adding it changes the shape of the day. If Koločep, Šipan, Lopud, and Šunj are your main goals, stay with the Elaphiti route. If you specifically want Lokrum, accept that another island stop will be left out.

Admission to Lokrum is not included. The supplied information does not state the current entry fee, so confirm the cost before deciding. Since this is a private tour, you can discuss the choice with your skipper rather than being stuck with a preset route.

Mljet National Park requires the longest option

Mljet is the largest island in the Dubrovnik area and sits about 50 kilometers away. Reaching it takes around two hours by speedboat, so it is offered only with the longer option described as the 8-hour Blue Cave and Mljet National Park tour.

The payoff is a very different day. The Mljet route can include Limuni Beach, Odysseus Cave, and the saltwater lakes in the national park. You get more distance, more time on the water, and a wider range of sights than on the shorter island itinerary.

This option needs careful budgeting. Fuel is listed at €120 for the National Park route, and admission to Mljet National Park is not included. The supplied information also mentions fuel for a 10-hour Mljet option, while the main tour duration is listed as up to eight hours. Confirm the exact duration, route, fuel charge, and park admission when booking.

Mljet is best for you if reaching a farther island matters more than having a leisurely lunch or a long stay at Šunj. It is not the best choice if your group wants a relaxed, compact outing close to Dubrovnik.

Skippers Toni and Rocco add useful flexibility

The skipper can make or break a private boat day. Toni is praised for asking what the group wanted to see and recommending stops around those interests. Rocco is also praised for customizing the route, with particular approval for the caves and beach.

That detail tells you how to use the experience well: arrive with priorities, not a rigid script. Tell the skipper if you care most about snorkeling, cave swimming, sandy beaches, island walking, lunch, or sunset. You will get more from the day if the skipper knows what your group values.

The strongest praise centers on the staff, the caves, the sandy beach, and the freedom of being out on the open sea. One group also appreciated the plentiful drinks. That is a useful reminder that the little comforts matter on a hot boat day, but they do not replace careful planning around fuel, food, and bathroom stops.

Costs, comfort, and practical limits

The headline price is $362.05 for a private group of up to four. Fuel is extra:

• Four-hour tour: €50 per booking
• Eight-hour tour: €70 per booking
• Mljet National Park option: €120 per booking

Lunch on Šipan is also extra. Lokrum and Mljet admission are not included. Pickup and drop-off are not included either, and the pickup point is about a 10-minute taxi ride from Dubrovnik’s Old Town according to the tour details.

The boat is described as comfortable and air-conditioned, with round transfers listed among the features. However, there is no toilet onboard. That is easy to overlook when you are planning a day built around drinks, swimming, and several hours at sea.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The tour is private, so only your group takes part. Confirmation is received at booking, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Since the outing depends on good weather, a cancellation for poor conditions comes with a different date or full refund.

Who will enjoy this boat day most?

I would choose this tour for a small group that values privacy and wants several kinds of scenery in one day. Families can set a comfortable pace, and friends can combine swimming, snorkeling, drinks, lunch, and beach time without coordinating with strangers.

It suits confident swimmers and people who enjoy moving between boat and shore. It may be less suitable if you need frequent bathroom access, dislike open-water travel, or want a long, quiet stay at one beach.

The shorter route is a good fit for a first taste of the islands. The longer Mljet option is better for people who want a full day and are comfortable paying more for fuel and park admission. If you are unsure, prioritize Koločep, Šipan, Lopud, and Šunj, then ask the skipper how much time remains for any optional change.

Should you book the private speedboat tour?

I would book it if you are a group of up to four and want a flexible day centered on swimming and island scenery. The Blue Cave, three additional caves, supplied snorkeling gear, Šunj Beach, and adaptable skippers Toni or Rocco give the trip a strong mix of natural sights and easy relaxation.

I would pause if the extra fuel charge, lunch, island admission, and lack of an onboard toilet would cause problems. Before booking, choose your preferred duration, confirm the pickup point, ask which route is included, and decide if Lokrum or Mljet is worth replacing part of the Elaphiti Islands route.

For the right small group, this is a lively and practical way to get beyond Dubrovnik’s walls and into the water.

FAQ

How much does the private speedboat tour cost?

The price is $362.05 per group of up to four people. Fuel, lunch, pickup and drop-off, and certain admission fees are extra.

How long does the tour last?

The tour is listed as lasting approximately two to eight hours. The Mljet National Park route is the longer option, and you should confirm the exact duration when booking.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour or activity.

Is a skipper included?

Yes. A skipper is included, and the route can be adjusted around your group’s preferences.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Use of snorkeling equipment is included.

Are drinks included?

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

Is lunch included?

No. The Šipan stop includes time for lunch at a restaurant, but the meal is not included in the tour price.

Is fuel included?

No. Fuel is charged separately at €50 for four hours, €70 for eight hours, or €120 for the Mljet National Park option.

Can the tour visit Lokrum Island?

Yes, but only on request. Visiting Lokrum means the boat cannot see all the Elaphiti Islands.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor conditions, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.