Best Boat Tours in Dubrovnik

From Dubrovnik you can visit beautiful islands with medieval landscapes and diverse nature and have the opportunity to tour the 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 an evening cruise on a 16th century replica of the old town of Dubrovnik is undoubtedly one of the best plans you can make 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.

Details of interest

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

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

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

In addition, you can snorkel (and equipment is also 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 this series were filmed and you can travel from Dubrovnik without any problem.

Game of Thrones tours in Dubrovnik are one of the most popular activities in this city and, in addition, if you include the option when booking your Game of Thrones Dubrovnik tour you can take an hour-long boat ride on the Adriatic.

Of course, before finishing the walking tour you will be able to take a picture with the iconic Iron Throne.

Interesting details

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

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

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

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

Details of interest

• 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 start you should go to the port where you will board a boat bound for Koločep Island. On board the ship, you will surely enjoy a variety of drinks such as white wine, beers, juices and more. To 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 to swim for a while and enjoy its warm waters. Take the opportunity to sunbathe on Sunj beach and have lunch at one of the nearby restaurants. At the end, you will return to Dubrovik harbor.

Details of interest

• Price: 80 €.
• Duration: 4 hours.
• Advantages of this option: you will get to know 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 swimsuit. I also recommend you to 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 has an average duration of 11 hours, so be prepared for an unforgettable trip!

To travel to Kotor Bay in Montenegro, I recommend you to go with a private guide who can provide you with a personalized transfer. After traveling about two hours to Koto, you can take a cruise in the bay. This tour includes a tour of the island of Our Lady of the Rocks. Admire the incredible 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 Dubrovnik boat tour in advance, especially if you travel to Dubrovnik in September, July or August, as these are the months when Croatia receives more tourists.

During the boat tours 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 under the sun's rays. Don't forget to wear comfortable clothes to avoid excessive sweating, as well as ergonomic shoes with which you can walk calmly through the cities you visit.

Finally, keep in mind that not all tours include lunch or dinner. You can have snacks and drinks, or talk to the tour organizers to find out where to eat.

Among the reasons why it is advisable to take a boat trip in Dubrovnik are the incredible views that you can have from the sea. You will have the opportunity to appreciate the city and its surroundings in all its splendor. Admire the details of its walls and roofs, take all the pictures you can of this beautiful landscape!

The boat trips in this city will give you the opportunity to see beautiful islands nearby. These include the Elaphite islands, Lokrum, Mljet and Korčula. By taking a cruise on the Elafiti islands you can reach each of them, swim in their beaches, explore nature and experience a different day in scenarios that even appeared in the famous series Game of Thrones.

Another great advantage of this type of experience are the additional activities that usually accompany the boat trips. The most attractive of these is probably snorkeling. Usually the organizers will give you all the equipment you need to live this experience and will explain how to practice this sport correctly.