15 Cave Boat Tours in Croatia Worth the Descent

1.Blue Cave Small-Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9,360 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84Our pick

Spend about four hours on a boat from Dubrovnik, visiting the Blue Cave, Koločep’s three sea caves, and sandy Sunj Beach on Lopud. You swim into the caves rather than taking the boat inside. Groups are capped at 12, with snorkeling gear and one drink at each stop. Captains such as Anthony, James, Dominic, Roko, and Tino are known for friendly, attentive service.

“The driver picks up close to the port, The blue water is beautiful. But the boat doesn’t go into the caves. You swim into the caves that are pretty dark. I was disappointed with that. Our boat captain was super nice. Dominic is his name. I think overall it was nice but I really wanted to see bigger caves where you could actually see good. The beach at the end of tour was ok. Pretty small w places to eat & drink. The snorkeling equipment was shared and not sanitized. We didn’t use that.”

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2.Blue Cave, Green Cave & Lopud Beach small group Speed boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,572 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84

Cruise from Dubrovnik with a skipper such as Ivan, Leo, Luca, or Marco, then swim into the Blue Cave and explore green caves and a rocky passage. Snorkel gear, pool noodles, water, soft drinks, beer, wine, and grappa are included. The final stop is Šunj Beach on Lopud Island.

“We had a pretty small group (6 people), which was perfect! It was nice that the boat was half covered, in case you wanted to be out of the sun. The skipper (Leo) was friendly, dependable, knowledgeable, and attentive. All of the locations were great—a bit crowded, but what else can you expect from major attractions. A nice variety of drinks provided. The snorkeling equipment was sufficient, and the pool noodles were a nice touch.”

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3.Blue Cave & Sunj Beach Boat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,206 reviews · 4 hours · from $74

Join an English-speaking skipper such as Mark, Erik, Anthony, or Dominic for a four-hour shared speedboat trip from Dubrovnik. You’ll swim and snorkel at Koločep’s Blue Cave and Three Green Caves, then relax at sandy Šunj Beach. Drinks, snorkeling gear, crew, and optional city-area pickup are included.

“I came with my friend by public bus to the meeting point. The boat arrived in time and our adventure started. It was end of October and the water was nice, but you will need a sweater for after swimming. THe water was wonderful (so clear), the guide prepared for us interesting spots to swim to (inside the Blue cave) and other stop which was even more interesting (for me and my friend). I never experienced anything like this in my life (I snokled mostly in Spain and Greece). Good with a small group and with refreshing drinks. I was the one who wanted a non-alcohol beer :-). Then we…”

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4.Blue Cave, Hvar, Mamma Mia, 5 Islands boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,190 reviews · 10h 30m · from $93

Spend about 10.5 hours on a covered speedboat with up to 12 people, visiting the Blue Cave, Komiza, Vis, Stiniva, Budikovac, the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar. Guides such as Dino, Matteo, Mario, and Mateo add local stories, music, and flexible stops. The Blue Cave ticket costs extra and must be paid in cash.

“We had a wonderful time island hopping around Split. Our skipper, Mario, was friendly and knowledgeable, making the trip even more enjoyable. We highly recommend this boat tour to anyone looking to discover the nearby islands with limited time.”

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5.Boat Cruise with Blue Cave Swim and Submarine Base

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,155 reviews · 3 hours · from $56

Set out from Kotor with an English-speaking skipper such as Marko, Andre, or Peter. You’ll speed past Perast, Tivat, and Herceg Novi, stop at Mamula and the old submarine tunnels, swim near the Blue Cave, and visit Our Lady of the Rocks. Boats are shaded and comfortable, with Wi-Fi, music, water, masks, and safety gear.

“was very good. We had fun and the swimming in more quite place very good.”

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6.Blue & Green Caves Private Boat Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 814 reviews · 4 hours · from $73

Board a private speedboat near Gruz Market and spend four hours exploring Kolocep’s Blue and Green Caves, swimming in clear Adriatic water, and relaxing at sandy Sunj Beach. Guides such as Mario, Duje, and Robert are known for helping swimmers through the caves. Snorkeling gear, a GoPro, beer, rakia, water, and juice are included.

“We loved our tour! Our guide, Ivan was great. The company was fantastic at communication- our original booking got cancelled due to a boat error and they were very gracious and accommodating to switch us to an afternoon tour and were very easy to get ahold of via text. The caves are a must do! So incredibly stunning. Definitely ask for snorkels and pool noodles, it makes floating in the ocean so much easier and you definitely don’t want to miss snorkeling in the caves. We loved our experience and would highly recommend.”

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7.Lokrum Island and Betina Cave Boat Tour

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

Take a four-hour boat trip from Dubrovnik or Cavtat to Lokrum Island, St. Jacob’s Beach, and Betina Cave. Expect city-wall views, two hours to explore Lokrum, swimming and snorkeling stops, an English audio guide, and friendly captains such as Ivo, Anastasia, and Nikola. Bring cash for the separate €30 Lokrum entry fee.

“snorkling was great fun and the lokrum island was beautiful with some nice cafes also”

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

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

Join Du Island Hop Tour for an eight-hour cruise from Dubrovnik’s Lapadska Obala Pier to the Blue Cave, Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud. Expect a small family-style boat, cold cuts and cheese, beer and soft drinks, snorkeling gear, and free time ashore. Captains and guides may include Nikola, Valerio, or Manuela, depending on the departure.

“The sea was incredibly choppy and rough on this day so we unfortunately couldn’t go to the Blue Caves as it was unsafe, BUT, the trip was still so much fun! The crew on the boat were so hardworking and so kind and made the trip so worthwhile. We got to swim and snorkel at each island we explored and there were plenty of options for food/drinks at each stop. The crew also provided snacks & drinks on the journey which was a nice touch.”

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9.Romantic Sunset Cruise & Cave Visit with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 611 reviews · 1 hour · from $23Best value

From the small pier in Dubrovnik’s Old Town port, you’ll cruise past the city walls, Lokrum Island, beaches, and caves while the sun drops over the Adriatic. Guides such as Neno, Nemo, Anton, and Antun combine local stories with quiet time for photos. The shared trip lasts one hour and costs $23.

“Great guide, small group 12-16 people We were surprised to be able to get a full tour of Lokrum island and even into one of the caves!! Beautiful views of Dubrovnik and lots of interesting facts from our guide/captain You can bring drinks on the cruise too which was good to know”

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10.Luxury Blue Cave, Hvar and Vis Boat Tour from Split and Brac

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 551 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $204

Set out at 7:30 a.m. on a covered, comfortable speedboat for the Blue Cave, Vis, Budikovac, the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar. Guides such as Fani, Luna, Rocco, and Pablo lead small groups of up to 14, with snorkeling gear, Wi-Fi, bottled water, and a restroom aboard. Bring lunch money, snacks, sunscreen, and a towel.

“Great way to spend a day in Spllt - the itinerary was well planned and Zoi and Rusty are super friendly and did their best to enable the guests to enjoy more things within the trip timing ◡̈ we even managed to squeeze in one more swim session. Overall definitely will recommend!”

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11.From Dubrovnik/Cavtat: Blue Cave, Sunj Beach Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 502 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $71

Cruise from Dubrovnik or Cavtat to Koločep’s glowing Blue Cave and Three Green Caves, with snorkeling gear, drinks, and time to swim. Finish at sandy Šunj Beach on Lopud. Guides such as Ivan, Rino, Mario, and Dora are known for friendly hosting, music, and practical help on the water.

“Leo was a very good tour guide. The caves were great to see and the refreshments were well needed after all the swimming and snorkelling”

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12.Blue Cave and Hvar Boat Tour: Small-Group from Split or Brac

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 478 reviews · from $129

Spend about 10 hours racing across the Adriatic with a maximum of 12 people, visiting the Blue Cave, Komiža, Budikovac’s Blue Lagoon, Stiniva Cove, the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar Town. Guides such as Lara, Hanni, Emma, and Toni are praised for clear explanations and friendly service. Water and masks are included, but the Blue Cave ticket costs extra.

“Great way to see some of the different towns on the different islands. While they all may look fairly similar from a distance, each town had its own unique character. Blue Cave was the obvious highlight and worth the extra 18€ per person. Staff was a local family, friendly and informative. You’ll be spending a lot of time traveling between locations so be aware you’ll be bouncing around in the boat for much of the trip.”

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13.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 with Katarina Cruise, stopping at the Blue Cave when weather allows and visiting Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep. Expect lunch, unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, water, hotel pickup, and snorkeling gear. Crew members such as Boris and Marijana are often praised for their friendly help, though boat comfort can vary.

“Excellent trip. From start to finish we were very well looked after. The boat trip was extremely comfortable, the stops were interesting and the lunch was excellent. I heartily recommend this trip to anyone wanting to see the sea and island life.”

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14.Blue cave & Hvar, 5 islands speed boat tour with unique boats from Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 340 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $94

Set out from Split at 7 a.m. for an 10 to 11-hour speedboat day to the Blue Cave, Komiza, Stiniva Cove, Budikovac, Hvar, and the Pakleni Islands. With a maximum of 12 people, snorkeling gear, local skipper-guides, music, and time for swimming and lunch, this is a fast, full day on the Adriatic.

“Very well organized and on time. Our capitan Luka and son were very welcoming and helpful. Luka was always explaining all details about the island of Vis and it’s culture and history.”

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15.Private boat tour- explore the islands, find hidden caves and try snorkelling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 164 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend a private day on the Adriatic with a captain such as Bruno, Ivan, or Lovro. Swim through Koločep’s blue cave, stop for lunch on Šipan, walk Lopud, and relax at sandy Šunj Beach. Hotel pickup, drinks, a restroom, and snorkeling gear are offered, though fuel and lunch cost extra.

“We had an amazing time. Our captain Bruno was the best. We felt like our wants were met on the boat. He heard and understood what we wanted to do and took us the best spots to have fun. We went in thinking the tour would be on a schedule, but were extremely happy that we were able to incorporate our schedule into this tour. This is one of the best boat tours we’ve ever done! We fully recommend it for anybody looking for a relaxing, good time!”

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