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Half-day boat trip in Dubrovnik on a motorboat

Marina Gruz, Dubrovnik, Croatia

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57 REVIEWS
6
PEOPLE
4h00
DURATION
With skipper
You will be accompanied by a skipper speaking English · Learn more
Flexible cancellation
Full refund if you cancel 24 hours or more before the booking start (excluding service fees and commission).

What's included

    Fuel
    Snorkeling Equipment
    Shower Onboard
    Sound System
    Luggage Storage
    Drinking Water
    Beer
    Soft Drinks

About the experience

Enjoy a perfect half-day escape from Dubrovnik with this private boat experience to the beautiful Elaphite Islands, ideal for combining relaxation, swimming, and light exploration in just a few hours.

Aboard a comfortable and efficient 6-meter speedboat, you will cruise along the coastline toward Koločep and Lopud islands, discovering some of the most scenic spots in the area. The experience includes a visit to the famous Blue Cave, where you can swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters, as well as time to relax on sandy beaches and peaceful bays.

With a flexible itinerary, you can also take a short walk on the islands, enjoy a drink at a beach bar, or simply unwind on board while taking in the views. The pace is relaxed and adapted to your preferences, making it perfect for couples, families, or small groups of up to 6 guests.

The boat is equipped with everything needed for a comfortable outing, including a sunshade (bimini), sundeck, portable fridge, shower, swimming ladder, and USB charging, ensuring an easy and enjoyable experience on the water.

A professional skipper is included and will guide you to the best locations while ensuring a smooth and safe trip.



A great way to discover the Elaphite Islands in a short, fun, and memorable experience.

About the experience

Enjoy a perfect half-day escape from Dubrovnik with this private boat experience to the beautiful Elaphite Islands, ideal for combining relaxation, swimming, and light exploration in just a few hours.

Aboard a comfortable and efficient 6-meter speedboat, you will cruise along the coastline toward Koločep and Lopud islands, discovering some of the most scenic spots in the area. The experience includes a visit to the famous Blue Cave, where you can swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters, as well as time to relax on sandy beaches and peaceful bays.

With a flexible itinerary, you can also take a short walk on the islands, enjoy a drink at a beach bar, or simply unwind on board while taking in the views. The pace is relaxed and adapted to your preferences, making it perfect for couples, families, or small groups of up to 6 guests.

The boat is equipped with everything needed for a comfortable outing, including a sunshade (bimini), sundeck, portable fridge, shower, swimming ladder, and USB charging, ensuring an easy and enjoyable experience on the water.

A professional skipper is included and will guide you to the best locations while ensuring a smooth and safe trip.



A great way to discover the Elaphite Islands in a short, fun, and memorable experience.

Organized by Ivan
Verified boat
· 57 reviews

Itinerary

Starting location:
ACI Marina Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Arrive back at:
ACI Marina Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik, Croatia

5/5 · 57 reviews

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    Stuart
    Date of the rental 9/14/26  ·  Date of the review 9/14/26
    We booked an 8-hour boat trip with Ivan as part of my wife’s 30th birthday present, and every minute of the day was absolutely perfect. We had an incredible day exploring all the islands. The scenery was breathtaking, and the caves were absolutely beautiful. It was such a memorable experience and the perfect way to celebrate a special birthday. Ivan’s service was truly first class from start to finish. He was friendly, professional, and made the whole day so enjoyable. I would highly recommend Ivan and his boat trips to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience. We had an amazing day and created some wonderful memories that we’ll never forget. Thank you, Ivan!
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    elodie
    Date of the rental 9/10/26  ·  Date of the review 9/11/26

    Translated from French

    We had a wonderful day. Ivan is very professional and friendly; he listened to our wishes and showed us some beautiful places.
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    Nathaly
    Date of the rental 9/9/26  ·  Date of the review 9/10/26

    Translated from Croatian

    everything was more than perfect, definitely the best day of our vacation. The boat was comfortable, clean and modern. Ivan showed us beautiful locations, and was very kind and professional throughout the day. We felt very welcome, we received free drinks and interesting information about the area. We especially liked that we could choose where we wanted to stay or extend, Ivan always gave us options and showed us where we could go.
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    Larry
    Date of the rental 8/30/26  ·  Date of the review 8/31/26
    Hello. This was the stand‑out moment of our holiday in Croatia. We opted for a half‑day island and bay‑hopping trip and added a sunset cruise at the end. Ivan was a fantastic host and captain — delivering a true 5‑star experience and striking the perfect balance for our family (2 adults and 2 teenage girls). He was professional, considerate, and made everyone feel completely comfortable throughout the trip. The boat was immaculate, the itinerary was beautifully paced, and the sunset was unforgettable. Highly recommended.
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Reviews
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    Stuart
    Sep 2026
    We booked an 8-hour boat trip with Ivan as part of my wife’s 30th birthday present, and every minute of the day was absolutely perfect. We had an incredible day exploring all the islands. The scenery was breathtaking, and the caves were absolutely beautiful. It was such a memorable experience and the perfect way to celebrate a special birthday. Ivan’s service was truly first class from start to finish. He was friendly, professional, and made the whole day so enjoyable. I would highly recommend Ivan and his boat trips to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience. We had an amazing day and created some wonderful memories that we’ll never forget. Thank you, Ivan!
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    elodie
    Sep 2026

    Translated from French

    We had a wonderful day. Ivan is very professional and friendly; he listened to our wishes and showed us some beautiful places.
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    Nathaly
    Sep 2026

    Translated from Croatian

    everything was more than perfect, definitely the best day of our vacation. The boat was comfortable, clean and modern. Ivan showed us beautiful locations, and was very kind and professional throughout the day. We felt very welcome, we received free drinks and interesting information about the area. We especially liked that we could choose where we wanted to stay or extend, Ivan always gave us options and showed us where we could go.
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    Larry
    Aug 2026
    Hello. This was the stand‑out moment of our holiday in Croatia. We opted for a half‑day island and bay‑hopping trip and added a sunset cruise at the end. Ivan was a fantastic host and captain — delivering a true 5‑star experience and striking the perfect balance for our family (2 adults and 2 teenage girls). He was professional, considerate, and made everyone feel completely comfortable throughout the trip. The boat was immaculate, the itinerary was beautifully paced, and the sunset was unforgettable. Highly recommended.
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    Mathias
    Aug 2026

    Translated from French

    We had a wonderful day. Yvan is fantastic. I recommend him 100%.
  • S
    Sofia
    Aug 2026
    We spent 4 hours sailing with Ivan, and it was honestly one of the highlights of our entire trip Ivan was incredibly kind, friendly, and easy to communicate with. He made us feel comfortable from the very beginning, and spending time with him felt effortless and relaxed never awkward or stressful. The boat was absolutely amazing and very well equipped. Honestly this was the best money we spent during our whole trip. The emotions, views, and memories were priceless!! This is 100% a must do experience if you’re visiting. We would do it again without a second thought!
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    Inigo
    Aug 2026

    Translated from Spanish

    Iban is the best!!
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    Stephane
    Aug 2026

    Translated from French

    Fantastic outing with Ivan! The whole day went wonderfully. Ivan always has a way of adapting to his clients' needs. We always felt like we were going to the best places according to our preferences. The day before, we had confirmed the lunch restaurant (Obala in Lopud) with Ivan. The food was very good, we had a great view of the sea, and the service was quite fast. We would have preferred to stay longer on the boat, where Ivan took excellent care of us. He was always ready to offer drinks and make interesting suggestions. Renting a boat with a skipper is a real advantage for going to the best spots. You just have to relax and enjoy. In short, we highly recommend an outing with Ivan.
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    Xime
    Aug 2026
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    Carlos
    Aug 2026
    Ivan is a great host! He arrived early and guide us to most of the touristic places in the water. Great attention to our needs and really friendly treatment. Definetly will book again with him!
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    Uriel
    Aug 2026
    It was great
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    Robert
    Aug 2026
    Ivan was an amazing skipper. So friendly and accommodating. Would highly recommend
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    Nora
    Aug 2026
    We had the most perfect day ever with Ivan! He was a lovely host, and this was the highlight of our Dubrovnik trip. We got to see so many of the islands, learn about the history, and got an amazing lunch on Lopud island all thanks to him (he reserved in advance for us!). He also took our preferences and comfort fully into account, and always made sure to check on us and what we wanted to do. I cannot recommend this boat tour enough and if you have the opportunity to book it with Ivan, you should! Worth every penny we paid and more.
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    Bertrand
    Aug 2026

    Translated from French

    Ivan is a fantastic captain; he showed us everything we could, he knows all the best spots, even for lunch. He's really great.
  • D
    Daniela
    Aug 2026
    Amazing captain, amazing places, amazing experience. 10/10
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    Daniel
    Jul 2026
    Ivan gave us the most amazing day. He took us to a number of absolutely stunning spots around the Elaphiti islands where we had as much time as we wanted to stop and explore. Nothing ever felt rushed or laboured. Ivan was incredibly generous with his time and we finished the day feeling like we got much more out of it than we paid for. As a family of 4 with young children aged 6 and 9, this was by far everyone’s highlight of our week in Croatia. If you’re thinking about it, just do it. Thanks Ivan!
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    Olga
    Jul 2026
    We had a wonderful 4-hour boat trip with Ivan, who was incredibly friendly, flexible, and made the whole experience enjoyable. We cruised around Koločep Island, swam in beautiful sea caves, and enjoyed views of Dubrovnik from the water. Ivan was a great skipper, happy to adapt the trip to what we wanted and share great local knowledge. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a memorable day on the Adriatic.
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    Marjolijn
    Jul 2026

    Translated from Dutch

    We really enjoyed our trip on the boat. Ivan is very friendly! Definitely recommended.
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    Taylor
    Jul 2026
    Ivan was so fun and easy going. Truly could not have asked for a more perfect day.
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    Andreas Lindegaard Halkjær
    Jul 2026
    Ivan is top - and we have a great time!
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    Anna
    Jul 2026

    Translated from Spanish

    A wonderful experience! Ivan is a great host; he showed us every corner and made us feel very comfortable at all times. Thank you, Ivan!
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    Sofia
    Jul 2026

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    Ivan was a fantastic host, we had a great time. We visited several places and he was always ready to explain everything. Highly recommended.
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    Peter
    Jul 2026

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    All great!
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    Aoife
    Jun 2026
    We had an amazing day, thanks so much to Ivan! Highlight of our trip. Boat was fab, we stopped off for a lovely lunch, with lots of stops along the way! Beautiful area, and a super way to explore!
  • Patricia
    Jun 2026
    Ivan was a great skipper. He was on time, great communication, cordial and pleasant. For some reason I thought our tour was over at 16:00 but it was actually at 18:00. We paid for 8hrs. We ended at 17:00. I think communication could’ve been better like saying: your tour ends up at 18:00, you want to be done one hour before it actually ends? Mi thought we were using more time than we had paid for. He had made a lunch reservation for us at a restaurant. I think it is better to suggest but not to decide for us. There were other restaurants in that village and it would have been nice to check options. When I made the reservation I never agreed to a reservation for lunch and an specific place.
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    Eric
    Jun 2026
    Ivan was a fantastic skipper! As a local, he was very personable and knowledgeable about the area. We could not have asked for a better experience. My group of 5 was able to see numerous stops at our own pace that included swimming, amazing caves, opportunities for cliff jumping, snorkeling, and beautiful views while enjoying provided drinks (wine and beer). We all agreed it was the best excursion of our 10 day trip and would recommend it to anyone!
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    Jenna
    Jun 2026
    We had a wonderful time on Ivan’s boat! He was communicative and had anything we needed!
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    Graham
    Sep 2025
    Ivan was a superb captain with a lovely boat. The half day trip was idyllic. Easily accessible pick up point and Ivan was friendly and very informative. Took us to some amazing swimming spots including the Blue Cave. He’s a great guy and was a great captain and guide. Book him!!
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    Shireen
    Sep 2025
    We had the BEST day we could have ever imagined with Ivan as our skipper, he was a true gentleman and showed us all the gems the islands had to offer The boat was well maintained. We were well catered for with drinks all day. Nothing was too much. We were able to get a reservation at the nicest restaurant at one of the islands by using Ivan’s name as he knows the boss. The seafood was to die for Ivan made the trip one to remember forever and will be back to charter with him again Book it, you will not regret it!
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    Florence
    Aug 2025
    I highly recommend booking your boat day with Ivan! He went above and beyond to make our trip a great one! It was quite windy conditions but Ivan is very knowledgeable and took us to lots of calm, beautiful and secluded swim spots. The boat itself was in top condition and had a spacious sunbed on the front which is great for tanning! Overall, everything was perfect and my family had a lovely time!
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    Desiree
    Aug 2025

    Translated from Spanish

    We had a wonderful day on Ivan's boat. He took us on a fantastic tour because he's very knowledgeable about the area. Ivan is a very kind person. Highly recommended!!!
  • F
    Faustine
    Aug 2025

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    Ivan was perfect! He was very responsive, and the four hours aboard his boat were pure bliss! Thank you to him
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    Hamad
    Aug 2025

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    Wonderful experience
  • R
    Rachael
    Aug 2025
    Wow, we had such an amazing time as a family on Ivan's boat. He has such a wonderful boat and knows the best places to go! Would definitely recommend.
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    Anais
    Aug 2025

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    Excellent boat trip! Ivan was an incredible skipper, showed us the beautiful coves around Dubrovnik, and provided us with snorkeling equipment. We didn't notice the time fly by! Go for it with your eyes closed!
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    Atte
    Aug 2025
    Very nice. Ivan is an amazing host👍
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    Kan
    Aug 2025
    Thanks Ivan for a great day 👌
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    Sébastien
    Jul 2025

    Translated from French

    We had a wonderful day on the boat with Ivan. He was incredibly friendly and showed us lots of beautiful places. He really took great care of us; I highly recommend him. ? And the boat was super clean, spacious, and comfortable.
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    Andrés
    Jul 2025
    Ivan is a great host! We had a wonderful time. He really knows his stuff, is respectful and always willing to help. I can’t recommend it enough.
  • Kari
    Jul 2025
    Ivan was incredible. He has everything you need and knows how to take you to the best spots and also adjust as needed. Fresh waters, thoughtful approach, clear and fast communication. He MADE OUR TRIP PERFECT! 💕✨
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    Myriam
    Jul 2025

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    Ivan is incredible. I highly recommend it! He's very kind and took us to some amazing places! See you soon, Ivan
  • M
    Myriam
    Jul 2025

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    Ivan is incredible. I highly recommend it! He's very kind and took us to some amazing places! See you soon, Ivan
  • J
    Jose
    Jul 2025

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    Ivan is an extremely attentive person! We took a tour with a family of six. Everything was perfect! I recommend Ivan 100%.
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    Lisa
    Jul 2025
    Ivan was the perfect host! There were 5 ladies in the group. He had our itinerary planned out for us, and with 5 ladies of course, we had to have pictures taken and he was so sweet to do that for us! We had the perfect day out on the water! This is the trip to take if you are looking!!
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    Michelle
    Jun 2025
    My family of 4 had a fabulous day with Ivan. He knew the good spots to visit and also the quieter spots where it was just us swimming. He has very respectful and helpful. I’d definitely cruise with Ivan again.
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    Lara
    Jun 2025
    There were five of us and the boat was just perfect. Ivan was super kind and attentive throughout the whole trip. We really enjoyed the day, such a great experience! Definitely worth it, highly recommend the tour with Ivan.
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    Hugo
    Jun 2025
    Very nice and friendly.
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    Coco
    Jun 2025
    Ivan was a complete gentleman and went above and beyond to see that my mother, our friend and myself were comfortable during the entire tour. I have mobility issues and struggled to get back on the boat without Ivan’s help. He was quick to lend a very helping hand and made me feel super comfortable. We will be back next year and will contact Ivan again. Thank you so much for an unforgettable journey. Magical!
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    Elodie
    Jun 2025

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    We sailed with Ivan for 6 hours and from start to finish it was perfect from the welcome to the excursion. VERY nice skipper, I recommend him without hesitation, you will not be disappointed with your trip at sea with him! Thanks again ??
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    Emmi
    Jun 2025
    Amazing day with great locations where we could snorkel and swim, or just relax. Boat owner is friendly and overall very nice person to make he trip with!
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    Tony
    Sep 2024
    What a great guy, great boat and first class service , wouldn’t hesitate to recommend or re book. Just do it.
  • D
    Djebril
    Sep 2024
    Wonderfull afternoon with Ivan! For my first rental on this website, it was just perfect. We were taken to amazing sites, and as a new driver's license holder, he let me drive and gave me wise advice! You can trust Ivan!
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    Diana
    Aug 2024

    Translated from Spanish

    Excellent person... very good walk!! We had a wonderful time!!
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    Maria Jesus
    Aug 2024

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    Ivan has been very nice and friendly. Always attentive to what we needed. He has adapted to our route requests! Everything was spotless and very well cared for.
  • M
    Med
    Aug 2024
    We had a very good experience with on this boat thanks to the kindness of the owner who made it easy for us and then the very professional and kind skipper who made our day and experience even better.
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    Laurent
    Aug 2024

    Translated from French

    We had a great day on the boat with Ivan who showed us the beautiful islands around Dubrovnik. We took several swimming and snorkeling breaks. Ivan is pleasant and listens to our expectations. We recommend him.
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    Frans
    Aug 2024
    We had the best day ever on the boat. Our wishes were heard and respected and we got to swim in the most amazing places. Everything was working and the boat was clean. There was a group of 6 of us and there was a lot of space. We got to see different islands and caves. This is a very good option for everyone. Highly recommend!
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    Kimm
    Jul 2024
    We had a great day. Thank you

Good to know

Cancellation policy
Flexible
Full refund if you cancel 24 hours or more before the booking start (excluding service fees and commission).
Right of withdrawal for this booking:
Booking conditions
Includes professional skipper
Security deposit : $0

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