Island hopping · PRIVATE ISLAND BOAT TOURS
Your own hull means your own timings: leave before the fleet, stay in the lagoon after it has gone. These 15 are priced per boat or per head as sold, with capacity, route flexibility and what the skipper provides.
Join a group of 22 or fewer for a five-hour boat trip from central Venice to Murano and Burano. Watch glassblowing, see lace-making, hear local stories from guides such as Silvia, Frankie, and Alice, and enjoy free time on both islands.
“Our guide Frankie was friendly and knowledgeable. The highlight of the tour is the demonstration at the murano glass factory.”
Choose a private or shared boat trip around Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, and Gili Meno. Guides such as Tom, Jack, Maron, and Adi help beginners, take GoPro photos, and lead you to turtles, coral gardens, and the famous underwater statues.
“Fantastic, great way to meet people if traveling alone. Well organized and friendly staff, definitely recommend this activity 🤗”
Take a 75 to 90 minute private flight from Kahului over Maui County. Expect Honolua Bay, Nakalele Blowhole, Lanai’s coast, Kahoolawe, Molokini Crater, Wailea, Kihei, and Makena’s lava fields, with headsets and live commentary from your pilot. Pilot Eric is praised for his smooth landings and personal service.
“Beautiful flight with breath taking views. Highly recommend. Our pilot was awesome, gave good commentery.”
Take a private speedboat from Phuket to Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, Nui Beach, and Koh Rang Yai. Guides such as Yaya, Jessica, Jimmy, and Faii tailor the day, with snorkeling gear, drinks, snacks, and private transport included.
“Amazing experience! First class service all the way. They took excellent care of me and my 3 kids and knew all the spots to go to avoid crowds. Highly recommend them!”
Set out from Dubrovnik with a private skipper such as Marin, Ante, or Simon, then swim at Koločep’s caves, relax on car-free Lopud, and visit Šipan on the full-day trip. Drinks, towels, life jackets, and snorkeling gear are included, while lunch and fuel cost extra.
“Marin, our Skipper, was delightful, very knowledgeable, understood (and spoke) English very well and accommodated our desire to see a few more caves and spend less time swimming at every cave or beach which allowed us time to have a light lunch with beer and wine in a beautiful little village over looking the sea and then drop us in OLD TOWN Dubrovnik instead of back at Cruise Port. It made for a PERFECT 4 hour tour and then we spent 2.5 hours strolling OLD Dubrovnik and caught taxi back to Cruise Port (7-8 minute drive) for only 12.00 Euro.”
Fly from Kahului in a private cabin with Maui Plane Rides, seeing Molokai’s sea cliffs, Honolua Bay, Nakalele Blowhole, Makena, lava fields, and coral reefs. Pilots including Eric, Steve, and Laura provide live commentary, and you may get a chance to handle the yoke.
“Eric is an excellent pilot and did an incredible job of showing us the beauty of Molokai. A must when visiting Maui!”
Cruise from San Zaccaria to Murano and Burano with an English-speaking guide such as Silvia, Nicole, or Francesca. Watch glassblowing and lacemaking, then enjoy free time to explore colorful Burano. The boat ride is scenic and easygoing, though island time can feel brief.
“We found the guides and the destinations interesting, but maybe a bit long on burano…not much to see/do beyond the actual glass blowing. Murano was much better, shops, cafes, the main street all dressed for Christmas. Only note, it wasn’t 22 people, there were two tours together so 44 in total jostling for views etc…but annoying, but not a deal breaker. The afternoon was almost 5 hours in total, would have worked just as well at 4 hours and still been good value.”
Take a private longtail boat from Ao Nang with a local captain, fresh fruit, water, masks, and life jackets. Choose three nearby islands, add Railay, visit Hong Island and its 360-degree viewpoint, or see seven islands in one flexible half-day trip.
“Amazing experience! Our guide was so lovely and the island were beautiful. Totally worth it and i would high recommend it 😊🌟”
Spend about eight hours on a private Hurghada boat with your own group, captain, cook, and snorkeling crew. Visit Omo Gamaar and Carless Reef, look for dolphins, and choose an optional island stop. Lunch, drinks, gear, restroom use, and the national park ticket are included.
“We had an amazing day. Capt Mohammed and his 2 crew Yousuf and Ayad were brilliant. We spent whole day out at sea. We saw dolphins and went snorkeling. The captain helped us in the sea as I was nervous and never done before. They prepared a very nice lunch for us also. All in all an amazing day. Highly recommend it.”
Sail from Heraklion to Dia Island on a private boat for up to eight people, with two crew members, drinks, fruit, snorkeling gear, fishing equipment, and paddleboards. You get about two and a half hours in Saint George Gulf, with an optional onboard meal and hotel transfers.
“Amazing half day trip. Skippers Vassilis and Costa were informative and friendly. Such a lovely day. Transport was door to door no waiting and also fab. Totally worth the money! Recommend!”
Take a private longtail boat from Krabi to the 4 Islands, Hong Island, or both. You get hotel pickup in Ao Nang, a picnic meal, drinks, fruit, snorkeling gear, towels, and a flexible schedule. Guides such as Fern and Sana are known for thoughtful service and taking excellent photos.
“It was such a brilliant afternoon. Binc, Fern and our longtail boat driver took very good care of us and we loved the islands we visited. It was nice to be out on the water to see the sunset. Would definitely recommend it!”
Set out from Dubrovnik with a private skipper such as Toni, Mario, Maro, Filip, or Roman, then tailor your time among Koločep, Lopud, Šipan, blue caves, beaches, and quiet coves. Hotel pickup, drinks, snacks, and snorkel gear are included, while fuel costs extra.
“Great skipper and wonderful view of several of the Elphite Islands, and a great lunch stop on one of the islands.”
Set out from Watson Island for a private Miami speedboat tour lasting about two hours. Your captain guides up to six people past Star Island, Millionaires Row, South Beach, Fisher Island, and Miami’s waterfront sights, mixing local stories with open-water speed. Water and an ice-filled cooler are provided.
“Mike is absolutely brilliant. This has been the highlight of our trip to Florida. Loved being out on the water with Mike and seeing all the beautiful homes. He knows lots of history and it was great to hear and experience what he had to say. A definite must if your in Miami. Loved it hope to come again”
Take a private open-air speedboat from Split to Biševo, the Blue Cave, Komiža, Stiniva Cove, Budikovac, and Hvar. Your English-speaking skipper can adjust the day, with snorkeling gear included. Guides such as Branko and Steve have earned praise for friendly service and calm handling in rough water.
“We loved the tour guide, Steve, he was easy to talk to and very friendly. The blue cave was amazing and we loved swimming in the 3 locations. The water was beautiful and we really enjoyed eating and shopping in the different islands.”
Set out from Dubrovnik with a private skipper and tailor your day around swimming, snorkeling, caves, beaches, village walks, or lunch. Koločep, Lopud, and Šipan are possible stops on the eight-hour route. Snorkel gear, drinks, and life jackets are included, but fuel costs extra.
“I had an excellent day with Josip as my captain! It was my last day of my vacation and I wanted a relaxing peaceful day on the water... which it was. Such a great way to end a wonderful 12 days in Croatia. Josip was extremely accommodating, kind and attentive! Highly recommend 💙”
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