15 Cave Boat Tours in Croatia Worth the Trip

1.Blue Cave Small-Group Boat Tour from Dubrovnik

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

Spend four hours on a shared boat with up to 12 people, visiting the Blue Cave, Koločep’s three sea caves, and Sunj Beach. Swim into the caves, snorkel in clear water, and enjoy one drink at each stop. Guides such as Anthony, James, Dominic, and Roko are often praised for safety and good humor.

“Great experience with a a few stops for swimming and exploring the caves. They do have snorkel goggles, but I can’t remember if they actually had the breathing tubes or not. I always bring my own. But they did have goggles if you needed them. And it’s definitely worth it. Safe drivers on the water and very informative. It was an excellent tour.”

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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 past the old city walls and Lovrijenac, then swim or snorkel into the Blue Cave, Green Caves, Dark Cave, and Passage Cave. Your skipper provides gear, drinks, and local commentary before a final hour at sandy Šunj Beach on Lopud.

“First time on a boat trip and it didn’t disappoint, the caves were stunning and we had a late lunch at the beach.. the experience was incredible”

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3.Dubrovnik: Blue Cave & Sunj Beach Boat Tour with Drinks

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

You’ll ride a shared speedboat from Dubrovnik to Koločep’s Blue Cave and Three Green Caves, with time to swim and snorkel at each. A 90-minute stop at Šunj Beach includes drinks, snorkeling gear, and optional hotel pickup. Guides include Mark, Erik, Anthony, Dominic, and Roko.

“Dominic was a lovely guide! Had such a good time exploring the caves and relaxing on the beach”

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4.From Split: 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 from Split, visiting the Blue Cave, Komiža, Vis, Stiniva, Budikovac, the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar. A maximum of 12 people keeps the day friendly and flexible. Guides including Dino, Matteo, Mario, and Mateo add local stories, music, and route changes when weather shifts.

“Doma was a great Skipper with a cheeky side! We had lots of fun on the speedboat despite the vase being closed. The islands were incredible and so beautiful. Only suggestion I would say is to add some speakers on the boat as we could not hear Doma talking from the back when approaching any stops.”

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5.Kotor: Boat Cruise with Blue Cave Swim and Submarine Base

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

You’ll ride with an English-speaking skipper such as Marko, Andre, Peter, or Marco from Kotor to Our Lady of the Rocks, Mamula, the former submarine tunnels, and the Blue Cave. Expect fast boat travel, swimming, snorkeling, music, water, and three hours on the bay.

“Everything was exactly as advertised. Boat left on time. Enough info to make it interesting. Excellent swimming away from the cave. Recommend”

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6.Dubrovnik: Blue & Green Caves Private Boat Tour with Drinks

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

Set out from Gruz on a private speedboat with an English-speaking guide such as Mario, Robert, or Duje. Swim through Kolocep’s Blue and Green Caves, try cliff jumping, then relax at sandy Sunj Beach. Snorkeling gear, a GoPro, beer, rakia, water, and juices are included.

“We had an amazing time. Thank you to our captain Mario !”

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7.Dubrovnik: Lokrum Island and Betina Cave Boat Tour

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

Spend four hours cruising from Dubrovnik to Lokrum, with free time for gardens, peacocks, the Dead Sea, and Game of Thrones sights. Then swim at St. Jacob beach and Betina Cave. Captain Ivo and guides such as Anastasia and Nikola have earned warm praise for friendly service.

“A very kind captain of the boat, who gave us information of all the stops (through a tape) and helped us off & on the boat. We had 2 hours to roam & snorkel around Lokrum Island, went for a short stop on the beach under the abandoned Bellevue Hotel & stopped for a swim in Bettina Cave. A relaxing yet fun & exciting experience for barely any money!”

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

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

Spend eight hours aboard the family-run Du Island Hop Tour, sailing from Dubrovnik to the Blue Cave, Koločep, Šipan, and Lopud. Expect a small boat, cold drinks, a meat-and-cheese snack board, snorkeling gear, swimming stops, and free time to explore. Captains such as Nikola, Valerio, and Manuela may lead the trip.

“This was our favorite activity! We loved the snorkeling and seeing the Blue Cave. The snacks and drinks made the whole day better, and the time on each island was just perfect. We loved the camaraderie of the other guides/boat crews and the scenery was stunning. Put this on your to-do list!”

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9.Dubrovnik: Romantic Sunset Cruise & Cave Visit with a Local

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

Cruise from Dubrovnik’s Old Town port with a local skipper such as Neno or Anton. In one hour, you’ll see the city walls, Lokrum Island, coastal caves, and sunset colors from an open-air boat. It’s a small-group outing with time for photos, local stories, and a calm ride home.

“Neno was the perfect guide—friendly, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable. The boat was comfortable, the views were breathtaking, and Neno made sure we were in the best spot for the sunset. It felt like we were out with a good friend, not just on a tour. Absolutely unforgettable—highly recommend!”

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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 speedboat for the Blue Cave, Vis, Budikovac and Hvar. Your English-speaking guide and skipper handle the route, swimming stops and cave timing. Groups max out at 14, with shade, Wi-Fi, bottled water, snorkeling gear and a restroom aboard.

“The boat was lovely. It felt a little bit disorganised picking up and dropping off staff and guests in Brac before and after the trip - extending the day by 2 hours which wasn’t ideal! Advertised as 9 hours was actually 11 The timings were a little off all day - too little time swimming at the lagoon and too much time in the port stops especially the first ones and at Hvar Lack of info on places we visited and the promised fun atmosphere was lacking! Although info at vis was good”

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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, the Three Green Caves, and Šunj Beach on Lopud. Your small-group speedboat carries snorkeling gear, lifejackets, and drinks. Guides such as Ivan, Rino, Mario, and Dora keep the trip lively with local tips and music.

“Great hosts Peter and Ivan. Really nice boat and a great experience to see the islands and swim around the caves. Highly recommended.”

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

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

Join a maximum of 12 people with an English-speaking guide and skipper for a fast-paced day around the Dalmatian islands. You’ll visit the Blue Cave, Komiža, Budikovac, Stiniva Cove, the Pakleni Islands, and Hvar Town, with water, masks, and fuel included. Guides such as Lara, Emma, Toni, and Hanni may lead the day.

“Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Visiting so many different islands in one day was fantastic!! Had a great time!”

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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 Boris, Marijana, or another Katarina Cruise crew member. Swim at the Blue Cave when weather allows, enjoy lunch on Šipan, and explore Lopud, Šipan, and Koločep with drinks and snorkeling gear included.

“Great way to island hop around Dubrovnik. Lunch and transfers provided. There is plenty of time on the islands. Snorkel equipment includes mask and snorkel, no fins.”

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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

Leave Split at 7 a.m. for a small-group speedboat trip to the Blue Cave, Komiža, Stiniva Cove, Budikovac, Hvar, and the Pakleni islands. Skippers such as Luka, Simon, Viktor, and Tomo combine local stories, music, swimming stops, and practical island tips. The Blue Cave ticket costs extra.

“Honestly had the best day from start to finish, made the early start worthwhile. The skipper (Simon) was so friendly, brought good energy and vibes. Played a variety of music and gave us a chance to be DJ. He gave us some interesting facts at each stop and answered any questions we had. I had read some reviews on other similar trips, where the boat wasn’t comfortable. This wasn’t the case with this one, the boat was comfortable and ideal for the longer drives in between stops. No bad backs here! Everything we seen was just beautiful, can’t recommend enough.”

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15.Dubrovnik: Blue Cave and Elafit Small Group Boat Exploration

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 239 reviews · 4 hours · from $70

Spend four hours boating from Dubrovnik to the Blue, Green, Dark and Canion Caves, with time for swimming and snorkeling. An English-speaking host, such as Laura or Karolina, guides the outing, while unlimited water, soft drinks, beer and wine keep the small-group ride relaxed.

“Had the most amazing experience today! Beginning to end the service was fantastic and this company actually goes out of their way to ensure you enjoy your experience. The sea swimming near the caves was gorgeous and the time to relax on Kolocep Island was perfect. We will be returning very soon! Thank you Karolina, Karolinas Dad (sorry didn’t get your name!) Lara and Captain!”

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