About this tour
When Ben from our team booked this private boat tour, we got a full day exploring the Elafiti Islands—a clutch of rocky, pine-backed islets strung across turquoise water just off Dubrovnik's coast. The whole thing runs on a flexible itinerary: you and your skipper plot the day together, hitting beaches, snorkelling spots, and quiet anchorages as the mood takes. It's eight hours of cruising at your own pace, with a dedicated guide at the helm, snorkelling kit on board, and cold drinks flowing. The vibe is relaxed and customisable—nothing rushed, nothing prescriptive.
Highlights
- Skipper doubles as your guide; genuinely knows the islands and their stories
- Flexible itinerary means you steer the day, not a schedule
- Snorkelling in crystal-clear water off uninhabited coves
- Underwater GoPro camera included—footage quality is solid
- Private boat means no crowded-tour vibes or fixed stop times
- Hotel pickup and drop-off saves the early-morning logistics hassle
- Cold beer and soft drinks on tap; no scrambling to buy lunch
- Boat choices available; worth checking their site for your preference
What to expect
You'll get picked up from your accommodation and head down to the port, where your skipper meets you and talks through the day's possibilities—which beaches to hit, where the fish are, whether conditions favour a particular cove. The boat ride out is quick and smooth, and once you're in the islands proper, you'll anchor off a couple of spots, snorkel if the mood strikes, and loaf around in the sun. The water is genuinely clear—you'll see down; it's not murky. There's a rhythm to it: a bit of cruising, a swim, some drifting, maybe a quiet lunch stop on a small beach if you've brought food. Ben found the skipper's knowledge of local history and geology added real texture to what could've been just a pretty boat ride. By late afternoon you're heading back to Dubrovnik, a bit sunburnt and salted.
Good to know
This is worth the outlay if you want to escape the Dubrovnik crowds and see the islands without being herded around a full boat. The flexibility is genuine—you're not locked to a script. Snorkelling is good if you're comfortable in the water; the gear is decent. Families with kids are fine as long as little ones can sit still on a boat, and infants just need a lap. Beer and soft drinks mean you're not forking out extra.
Meals aren't included, so bring a packed lunch or budget for a basic lunch stop ashore. The boat rocks in choppy water—if you're prone to seasickness, take precautions. It's eight hours on the water, so sunscreen and a hat are non-negotiable. Not suitable if you've had spinal injuries or cardiovascular issues. The boats vary; check their website to pick one that suits you. Peak season (July–August) books fast.
sunscreen, hat, towel, swimsuit, cash for food if you haven't packed it, and a light jacket for the ride back when it gets cooler.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.