Best Boat Tours in Dubrovnik

From Dubrovnik you can visit beautiful islands with medieval landscapes and diverse nature and have the opportunity to visit villages, taste traditional food and take the best pictures. Relax in the Adriatic Sea with the sound of the waves and the smell of the sea!

Taking a sunset cruise on a 16th century replica of Dubrovnik's Old Town is without a doubt one of the best things to do in this wonderful city.

The cruise departs at 9 pm (although it is recommended to be at least 20 minutes earlier at Gundulićeva poljana) and lasts about 45 minutes, during which you can admire the most beautiful monuments subtly illuminated, as well as some Game of Thrones locations such as Lovrijenac Fortress (Red Fortress), Gradac Park (where Joffrey Baratheon's wedding banquet takes place) and Bokar Fortress, among others.

Interesting details

• Price: €22.
• Duration: around 45 minutes.
• Advantages of this option: you can tour the old town at dusk.

Taking a cruise around the Elaphiti Islands is a great way to spend a different kind of day, relaxing on board the boat and getting to know the islands of Lopud, Sipan and Kolocep:

• On the island of Koločep you can stroll around the centre and take a dip in the waters of the charming village of Donje Čelo.
• On the island of Lopud you can explore the centre and its picturesque streets.
• On Šipan Island, the largest of the Elafiti Islands, you will also have some free time to explore the streets.

You can also go snorkelling (and snorkelling equipment is included) and enjoy a great lunch on board with unlimited drinks.

Details of interest

• Price: 56 €.
• Duration: 8 hours.
• Advantages of this option: you will be able to visit the three islands and snorkel.

Do you like the famous series Game of Thrones? If your answer was "yes", then you need to go to one of the places where this iconic TV show was filmed. In Croatia you will find several locations where episodes of the series were filmed and you can travel from Dubrovnik without a problem.

Game of Thrones tours in Dubrovnik are one of the most popular activities in Dubrovnik and if you include the option when you book your Game of Thrones Dubrovnik tour you can take an hour-long boat trip on the Adriatic.

Of course, before you finish the walking tour you'll be able to have your photo taken with the iconic Iron Throne.

Interesting details

• Price: 25 € .
• Duration: 2 hours.
• Advantages of this option: you will get to see the real sites where the acclaimed series Game of Thrones was filmed.

One of the reasons to fall in love with Dubrovnik is that from Dubrovnik you can travel by boat to the island of Mljet.

For this experience the tour organisers usually pick you up from your hotel and take you to the starting point. There they board a catamaran that takes them to the island of Mljet, one of the most beautiful islands in the Adriatic Sea. At this magical place a professional guide awaits the group to start the tour. It is a place full of large lush forests and impressive medieval buildings.

The first stop on this island is usually in the Mljet National Park and then continues along the Dalmatian Coast. Before ending your trip and returning to your hotel, I recommend a visit to the ruins of the Roman Palace of Mljet.

Interesting details

• Price: 100 ¤.
• Duration: 10 hours.
• Advantages of this option: you will get to know a very popular destination near Dubrovnik.

Among the best treasures of Dubrovnik are the Blue Cave and Sunj Beach. These sites are located on the Elaphite Islands and you can visit them in a half-day adventure.

To begin with you should go to the harbour where you will board a boat bound for the island of Koločep. On board the boat, you will surely enjoy a variety of drinks such as white wine, beers, juices and more. You will then arrive at your destination to visit the Blue Cave where you can marvel at this natural paradise.

The next stop is usually the island of Lopud for a swim and to enjoy the warm waters. Take the time to sunbathe on Sunj beach and have lunch at one of the nearby restaurants. After lunch you will return to Dubrovik harbour.

Interesting details

• Price: 80 €.
• Duration: 4 hours.
• Advantages of this option: you will get to see the most famous sites of the Elaphite Islands.

Ana's Traveller Tip
During this experience you will have the opportunity to swim in crystal clear waters and enjoy the sun, so it is important that you bring your swimming costume. I also recommend that you bring your sunscreen and reapply it at all times, especially when you are in the sun.

If you are thinking of taking a tour from Dubrovnik I recommend one to Kotor Bay in Montenegro. This experience usually lasts 11 hours on average, so be prepared for an unforgettable trip!

To travel to Kotor Bay in Montenegro, I recommend going with a private guide who can provide you with a personalised transfer. After travelling about two hours to Kotor, you can take a cruise in the bay. This trip includes a tour of the island of Our Lady of the Rocks. Admire the amazing views, and don't forget to take the best pictures!

After the tour you can take a sightseeing tour of this ancient city. Admire the baroque architecture and the orange-roofed houses. After the short tour you will have some free time to explore the site on your own and have lunch. At the end of the tour your guide will take you and your group back to the starting point.

Details of interest

• Price: 75 €.
• Duration: 11 hours.
• Advantages of this option: you will get to know a famous destination just outside Dubrovnik.

I recommend you to book your boat trip in Dubrovnik in advance, especially if you are travelling to Dubrovnik in September, July or August, as these are the months when Croatia receives the most tourists.

During boat trips you will usually be exposed to the sun, so it is important to bring your sunscreen. Accessories such as sunglasses or hats can help you to be more comfortable in the sun. Don't forget to wear comfortable clothes to avoid excessive sweating, as well as ergonomic shoes that you can walk comfortably around the cities you visit.

Last but not least, not all tours include lunch or dinner. You can have snacks and drinks, or talk to the tour organisers about where to eat.

Among the reasons why it is advisable to take a boat trip in Dubrovnik are the incredible views you can have from the sea. You will have the opportunity to appreciate the city and its surroundings in all their splendour. Admire the details of the city walls and rooftops and take as many pictures as you can of the beautiful scenery!

Boat trips in Dubrovnik will give you the opportunity to see the beautiful islands nearby. These include the Elaphite Islands, Lokrum, Mljet and Korčula. By taking a cruise around the Elafiti islands you can reach each of them, swim at their beaches, explore the nature and experience a different kind of day in settings that even appeared in the famous Game of Thrones series.

Another great advantage of this kind of experience is the additional activities that often accompany the boat trips. The most attractive of these is probably snorkelling. The organisers will usually provide you with all the equipment you need for this experience and explain how to do it properly.