Where to Go Private: the 6 Best Dubrovnik VIP Tours

1.Elaphiti Islands On The Luxury Pirate Ship Karaka Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,082 reviews · 6 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $67Our pick

Spend 6 to 9 hours aboard the Karaka, a handsome replica of a 16th-century Dubrovnik merchant ship. Swim around Koločep and Lopud, visit Šipan, and add optional honey, olive oil, or wine tastings. Guides such as Daniela, Andreja, Indira, and Darko lead the day in English.

“We highly recommend this tour. The islands were beautiful and the crew were friendly and helpful. The boat was also spacious and clean. The sea was just warm enough for a swim at each of the islands.”

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2.Luxury Blue Cave and Elaphiti Islands Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 796 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $83

Spend about four hours on a catamaran for up to 16 people, visiting Koločep’s Blue and Green Caves and Šunj Beach on Lopud. Snorkel gear, waterproof bags, a restroom, and up to three drinks are included. You must be able to swim from the boat to some stops.

“Beautiful boat ride but in the write up they never told us they would be stopping for lunch so we didn't have as much time in the water as we would have liked. There were also no noodles which would have been pretty helpful.”

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3.Dubrovnik: Elaphiti Island Luxury Pirate Ship Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 678 reviews · 8 hours · from $65Best value

Spend eight hours aboard the Karaka, a spacious replica merchant ship, visiting Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud. An English-speaking guide such as Indira explains island life and local history, while you choose between walks, farm tastings, wine, swimming, and lunch.

“It was fun way to experience the different island around Dubrovnik! On the two first islands, they offered guided tours and some tasting (not included in the price but not expensive) or you could just walk around by yourself for about an hour. On the last island we stayed for about 3 hours and we had great lunch offers at two different resturants. Would highly recommend this boat tour!”

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4.Blue Cave Premium Half-Day Tour with Panoramic Old Town View

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 430 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $72

Join a small boat crew from Dubrovnik’s Old Town Harbor for Blue Cave swims, snorkeling at Koločep, drinks on board, and about an hour at sandy Šunj Beach. Crews such as Vinnie, Mario, Dino, and Catalina are known for friendly help in the water. Bring a towel and expect an active trip.

“The most fun day on a small boat with a great group of people. The staff we’re lovely and enhanced the trip significantly”

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5.Elaphite Islands Luxury Private Boat Tour with Cap Camarat 7.5

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 355 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Captain Šime, also called Simon, takes your private group of up to seven from Dubrovnik to Koločep, Lopud, and possibly Šipan aboard a Cap Camarat 7.5. You choose the pace, swim in caves, visit Šunj Beach, and enjoy drinks, towels, snorkeling gear, and a GoPro.

“Had a lovely half day on the boat. Simon was great company and shared anecdotes and history of Croatia. Would definitely recommend.”

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6.Luxury Private Boat Tour to Elaphiti Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Dubrovnik with Captain Robert on a private boat for up to six people. Spend four to eight hours visiting Elafiti Islands, and possibly Mljet, with time for swimming, snorkeling, paddleboarding, caves, village stops, and a restaurant lunch arranged ashore. Drinks and equipment are included.

“This tour was the highlight of our trip! Robert, the owner of the boat took us to wonderful places, where we swam in caves, snorkeled and enjoyed the beautiful views. We stopped at an amazing lunch spot and spent the day on the water, reveling in the beauty. Robert is wonderful - personable, polite, knowledgeable. We had an amazing day. Five stars and we highly recommend this tour!!”

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