Blue Cave and Sunj Beach Boat Tour from Dubrovnik
Overview
This four-hour boat tour takes you from Dubrovnik to the sea caves and beaches of the Elaphite coast, with swim stops at the Blue Cave and at Sunj Beach. A skipper and English-speaking crew sail the boat, snorkelling equipment is included, and you choose a morning or afternoon departure, with hotel pickup or from the pier, depending on the option. It is a good short trip for people who want sea and swimming without a full day.
Highlights
- Swim stops at the Blue Cave and at sandy Sunj Beach
- Snorkelling equipment included for exploring clear water
- Skipper and English-speaking crew on a small boat
- Morning or afternoon departure, with hotel pickup or from the pier
- About four hours, so it fits around other plans in Dubrovnik
- Views of the coast and the Elaphite Islands from the water
Full Description
The Blue Cave
The Blue Cave is a sea cave on the coast of Kolocep, one of the Elaphite Islands, where sunlight enters the water below the surface and lights the cave in bright blue. Our boat tour brings you to the entrance of the cave, and where the sea allows it, you can swim near the opening or snorkel in the light.
Sea conditions decide how close the boat can go. On calm days the effect is at its best in the middle of the day, and your skipper chooses the timing and approach. The Blue Cave tour from Dubrovnik is popular with photographers, so bring a waterproof phone case if you have one, and take care of the rocks around the entrance.
Sunj Beach on Lopud
Sunj Beach lies on the far side of Lopud, a car-free island in the Elaphites, and it is one of the few sandy beaches in the Dubrovnik region. The bay is wide and sheltered, the water is shallow, and the sand is soft, which is unusual on this coast of pebbles and rock.
The boat stops here for a swim and some free time on the beach. Bring swimwear, a towel and sunscreen, because towels are not included. Sunj is quiet in the morning and can be busy on summer afternoons, so choose your departure with that in mind. Snorkelling is best near the rocky edges of the bay.
Coast and islands from the water
Between the swim stops you cruise along the southern coast of Dubrovnik and past Koločep and Lopud, with views of pine forests, small coves and the hills behind the city. A short boat tour from Dubrovnik like this is the easiest way to see the coast without a full day trip.
The skipper points out the main sights and stops for photos. The crew speak English and give you advice on where to swim and how to use the snorkelling equipment. The boat is small, so wear soft-soled shoes and follow the crew's instructions when you get on and off.
Choosing your departure
There are four options: morning or afternoon, each with hotel pickup in the Dubrovnik city area or from the pier. Morning tours start around half past nine and the afternoon tours at about a quarter to two, and each lasts about four hours.
The default option is the morning tour with hotel pickup. If you choose a pier option, the exact meeting point is confirmed after booking. Pick the morning for calmer water and clearer light, and the afternoon if you want a lazy start. Either way, plan to be ready fifteen minutes before the time given after booking.
Itinerary
- Pickup or meeting at the pierHotel pickup in the Dubrovnik city area, or meet at the pier, depending on your option.
- Boat cruise along the coastSail from Dubrovnik with your skipper and crew along the coast.
- Blue CaveA stop at the sea cave for photos, swimming and snorkelling where conditions allow.
- Sunj BeachA swim stop on the sandy beach on Lopud island.
- Return to DubrovnikCruise back to the pier or drop-off at your hotel if your option includes pickup.
What's included
- Boat tour with skipper and English-speaking crew
- Snorkelling equipment
- Swim stops at the Blue Cave and Sunj Beach
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips
- Towels
Not suitable for
- Travellers who get seasick easily
- People who cannot climb on and off a small boat
- Anyone who is afraid of swimming in open water
Meeting point
In the options with hotel pickup, you are collected from your hotel in the Dubrovnik city area and the pickup time is confirmed after booking. In the pier options, you meet at the pier in Dubrovnik; the exact meeting point is confirmed after booking.
Important information
- Wear swimwear under light clothes and bring a towel, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
- Towels are not included; snorkelling equipment is included.
- Bring soft-soled shoes for getting on and off the boat.
- Tips are not included.
- The tour runs in most weather; strong wind can change the route or cause a cancellation, in which case we offer another date or a refund.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are only in the options that say so.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Blue Cave and Sunj Beach boat tour cost?
The price depends on the option you choose: morning or afternoon, with hotel pickup or from the pier. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, adult and child.
Is hotel pickup included?
Only in the options with hotel pickup, including the default morning option. In the pier options you meet at the pier.
How long is the tour?
About four hours for all options.
Is the boat tour suitable for children?
Yes, for children who are comfortable on a small boat and near the water. Child prices are shown in the booking panel.
What should I bring?
Swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and soft-soled shoes. Snorkelling equipment is provided.
What is the difference between the options?
The route, boat and crew are the same. The differences are the time (morning or afternoon) and whether you have hotel pickup or meet at the pier.
Is the Blue Cave worth visiting?
Yes, especially in good weather when the sunlight makes the water glow. It is a short trip and gives you a taste of the Elaphite coast.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes if there is space. The booking panel shows the available dates; the morning departures fill first.
What is the best time of day for this tour?
The morning has calmer water and clearer light for the cave, and the afternoon is good for a relaxed swim at Sunj Beach.
