Escape Dubrovnik’s crowds for a private six-hour boat tour of the Elaphiti Islands. Swim, snorkel, explore coastal caves and enjoy unlimited drinks while a local skipper tailors the route to your pace.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The morning smells of salt and pine as the wooden bow cuts away from Dubrovnik’s old port. A private skipper trims the sails or idles the engine, and the city’s stone cliffs shrink behind you while the Elaphiti Islands unroll ahead—rocky ridgelines, hidden coves and glints of turquoise that promise cool water and quiet beaches.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; able to board a small boat and swim short distances
Wildlife
History
The Elaphiti Islands were frequented by Dubrovnik’s maritime nobility; the name derives from Greek references to deer once present on the isles.
Conservation
Practice leave-no-trace on beaches, avoid disturbing nesting birds, and use reef-safe sunscreen; many small island ecosystems are sensitive to crowds and pollution.
Reserve your spot on the Private Boat Tour Tailor-Made 6h - All Inclusive today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book morning for calmer seas
Morning departures typically have lighter wind and smoother water for snorkeling and swimming.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Protect skin and marine life—non-nano, reef-safe sunscreen is required or strongly encouraged in many areas.
Prepare for short swims from the boat
Bring a towel and a change of clothes; boardings often require stepping into shallow water or using a small tender.
Watch for sea conditions
If you’re prone to seasickness, take remedies before departure—this is open-coast boating with some chop possible.
Swimsuit & quick-dry towel
For swimming, snorkeling and drying off between stops.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the local marine environment during long sun exposure.
summer
Light wind layer or fleece
Cooler mornings or late-afternoon breezes on the open water can be chilly.
spring
Water shoes
Protect feet when stepping onto rocky beaches or climbing from a tender to shore.
summer