Top 11 Sea Cave and Lagoon Trips in Dubrovnik

1.Lokrum Island and Betina Cave Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 797 reviews · 4 hours · from $38Our pick

From Dubrovnik’s Old City port, you’ll cruise past the walls and Lovrjenac Fortress, explore Lokrum for two hours, then swim at St. Jacob Beach and Betina Cave. A glass-bottom boat, English audio guide, and friendly captains such as Ivo make this a lively half-day outing.

“We had a fantastic trip to Lokrum island and the sea cave. Our captain and host were very informative throughout the trip and we got to meet fellow passengers from across the globe. Definitely recommend to others”

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2.Full-Day Blue Cave & Elaphiti Islands Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 624 reviews · 8 hours · from $65

Spend eight hours aboard the family-run Stonac or Pomena, cruising from Dubrovnik to the Blue Cave, Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud. Captain Nikola, Manuela, Valerio, and their crew keep the mood relaxed with drinks, snorkeling gear, a cold meat-and-cheese platter, and plenty of time ashore.

“I loved this experience. Nikolai was a great captain 👍. The blue cave was cool but I didn't see any fish. I enjoyed the swim though and the chance to cool down. I really enjoyed visiting the different islands. The first one Kolcep was my favourite. The beach is Sandy, but if you walk round the island a bit further there are quieter rocky parts you can swim next to. I had lunch on Sipan, which wasn't too expensive. A lot cheaper than Dubrovnik anyway. I am glad I didn't wait until Lapud as it was more luxurious restaurants and pricier there. You got plenty of cold soft drinks to…”

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3.Elaphite Islands Cruise and Blue Cave Snorkeling Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 392 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $60

Spend 8 to 9 hours cruising from Dubrovnik to Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep, with lunch, unlimited drinks, and a weather-dependent swim at the Blue Cave. Expect a relaxed island day, simple local food, and a boat that may carry up to 50 people, though some departures are much smaller.

“Very crowded and load boat. Said departure time on was 09 on the booking but was called 0840 that departure time was apparently 0845. One of the crew was smoking and throwing the cigarette into the ocean. No cans of soda just big bottles with small plastic cups so very impractical for people to constantly refill their tiny cups that the wind would blow off the boat if they were half-empty. No coke zero or any diet soda options. Blue cave very crowded with what seemed like people who couldn’t even swim in life jackets, can’t even imagine what it’s like in peak season. Beaches were not anything to see…”

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4.Elaphiti Islands & Blue Cave Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 215 reviews · 4 hours · from $91

Join guides such as Ivan, Dora, Greg, Igor, or Ivana for a four-hour speedboat trip from Dubrovnik to the Elaphiti Islands. Swim and snorkel at the Blue and Green Caves, then relax at sandy Sunj Beach. The small boat, music, soft drinks, and optional beer make this a lively half-day at sea.

“I had a great experience. I thought it was the perfect length of time at each stop.”

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5.Private Boat to the Blue Cave & Elaphiti Islands with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 82 reviews · 150 minutes - 8 hours

Your private skipper, often Pasko, Bruno, Kiko, or Kristian, takes your group from Dubrovnik to the Blue Cave, Green Caves, sandy Šunj Beach, and the fishing villages of Koločep, Lopud, and Šipan. Choose 2.5 to 8 hours, swim at your own pace, and enjoy drinks on board.

“We enjoyed our activities today. My family was very happy with we did. Thanks to our skipper Rocco (hope it’s well wrote)”

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6.Elaphite Islands Cruise and Blue Cave Snorkeling Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 65 reviews · 9 hours · from $53

Spend nine hours cruising from Dubrovnik to Koločep, Lopud, and Šipan. You get 30 minutes at Blue Cave, three hours on Lopud, a homemade fish, chicken, or vegetarian lunch, and unlimited drinks. The family-run boat trip favors relaxed island time over detailed guiding.

“Overall a good trip Communication for trip details was a little confusing and conflicting There was no commentary or any information given about the stops we visited Free unlimited drinks all day which was a bonus”

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7.All-inclusive Islands and Caves Private Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 48 reviews

Leave Dubrovnik by private boat with an English-speaking skipper such as Pasko, Bruno, or Kiko. Swim through the Blue Cave and three Green Caves, stop at Koločep, Lopud, and Šipan, and snorkel in Sikirica Cove. Choose a four to eight-hour route, with drinks and fuel included.

“Bruno was an amazing captain! We are a family of four had a great experience! I would definitely come back and recommend it to my friends!”

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8.Blue Cave & Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 47 reviews · 8h 30m · from $64

Spend about 8.5 hours cruising from Dubrovnik to the Blue Cave, Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep. Guide Valerio shares local stories and practical tips, while the crew provides soft drinks, water, music, and a cold-cuts platter. Bring lunch, sunscreen, a towel, and confidence in open-water swimming.

“Very nice day trip to Elafiti islands. Surfing glasses are provided for the Blue Cave visit, also soft drink and snacks for lunch are served. The crew is also very helpful, and our tour guide Valeri was very glad to share with us nice spots on each islands, also restaurant recommendations for the lunch.”

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9.Dubrovnik or Cavtat: Blue Cave & Elaphiti Islands Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 32 reviews · 4 hours - 270 minutes · from $71

Spend up to 270 minutes on a modern speedboat from Dubrovnik or Cavtat, with stops at Koločep’s Blue and Green Caves and Lopud’s sandy Šunj Beach. You’ll get snorkeling gear, chilled soft drinks, beer, and a small group of no more than 15 people. The Blue Cave requires swimming.

“It was really good , enjoyed the boat ride. Was a lovely experience overall.”

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10.Dubrovnik yacht cruise-Elafity islands & Blue cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $153Top rated

Spend eight hours aboard the Bavaria 40 yacht ZaraBella with skipper Dragon, sailing from Dubrovnik to Kolocep and Lopud. Swim at the Blue Cave and Sunj Beach, use the SUP and snorkeling gear, help steer the boat, and choose how long to stay at the island restaurant.

“What a unique experience! You sail along the coastline on a beautiful sailing ship. The captain taught our son some navigation. At 3 locations you get time to swim. There is also a Sub board available as well as diving goggles. In the afternoon we moored in Lopud and had dinner in restaurant 'La villa'. Not cheap, but tasty and a fantastic setting on the water. There is a nice shop with handmade jewelry on that island Zlatarska 3. There is water on the boat and importantly there is shade! The captain takes your wishes into account and adapts. A super friendly man! Definitely send him an email via his…”

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11.Lucky Boat Tour – Elaphite Islands and Blue Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3 reviews · 4 - 8 hours

Set out from Dubrovnik on Lucky Boat, a remodeled six-person vessel with skipper Stanko or another English-speaking captain. Cruise past the Old Town, swim at the Blue Cave, relax at Šunj Beach, and add Šipan for wine and olive-oil tasting.

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