Private Boat Tour Dubrovnik 2026: Prices, Routes & How to Book Direct

What is a Private Boat Tour in Dubrovnik?

A private boat tour means you hire a boat and a licensed skipper exclusively for your group. No strangers on board, no fixed schedule — you decide where to go, how long to stay at each spot, and when to head back. The skipper handles navigation, safety, and local knowledge.

In Dubrovnik, most private charters use RIB boats (rigid inflatable) or open-deck speedboats in the 6-8 metre range. These are fast enough to reach the Blue Cave in 15 minutes and comfortable enough for a full day on the water. Our boat is a Quicksilver 675 Open Active — purpose-built for this coastline.

Private Boat Tour Dubrovnik — Prices 2026

Honest pricing — this is what you should expect to pay for a private speedboat charter in Dubrovnik in 2026:

These are prices for the entire boat, not per person. Split between 4-7 people, a half-day private charter comes out to €45-65/person — comparable to a group tour but with total privacy and flexibility.

What affects the price: Season (July-August is 20-30% more expensive), fuel costs (longer routes cost more), boat quality, and whether you book direct or through a middleman.

Best Private Boat Tour Routes from Dubrovnik

Route 1: Blue Cave Focus (4 hours)

Best for first-time visitors who want the highlights. Depart Dubrovnik → Blue Cave swim (45 min inside) → 3 Green Caves with snorkeling → Šunj Beach (45 min) → return. Same as our group tour but exclusively for your group with flexible timing.

Route 2: Full Elafiti Islands (8 hours)

The ultimate day out. Depart Dubrovnik → Blue Cave → Green Caves → Šunj Beach (Lopud) → Lopud village lunch → Šipan village → hidden coves on the way back. Stop wherever you want, stay as long as you want.

Route 3: Custom / Celebration (flexible)

Birthday, proposal, anniversary — we do custom routes. Popular options: sunset tour ending at a waterfront restaurant, Blue Cave swim followed by dinner on Šipan, or a photography-focused tour hitting multiple caves at different light angles.

What's Included in Our Private Charter

• ✓ Quicksilver 675 Open Active speedboat (exclusively yours)
• ✓ Licensed local skipper who knows every cove
• ✓ Fuel for the agreed route
• ✓ Drinks (beer, water, soft drinks, wine on request)
• ✓ Snorkeling gear for everyone
• ✓ Towels and swim ladder
• ✓ Bluetooth speaker for music
• ✓ Bimini sun shade
• ✓ Flexible pickup (Lapad or Old Town)

Private vs Group Tour — When to Choose Each

Choose a group tour (€50/person) when:You're 1-3 people, on a budget, want the Blue Cave experience without organizing anything. Our group tours max at 7 guests — still intimate.

Choose a private charter when:You're 4+ people (cost per person drops), have kids who might get bored on a fixed schedule, want to combine cave + lunch + sunset, celebrating something, or simply want the boat to yourselves.

There's no wrong answer. Both get you to the Blue Cave and Green Caves. The private charter just gives you control over timing and pace.

How to Book a Private Boat Tour (Without Overpaying)

• 01 Book direct. Platforms add 20-30% commission. We use WhatsApp — message us directly with your dates and group size.
• 02 Book early for July-August. Private boats are limited. Peak season books out 1-2 weeks ahead.
• 03 Ask about the boat. Some cheap charters use old, slow boats. Ask the model, engine size, and max capacity.
• 04 Confirm what's included. Some operators charge extra for fuel on longer routes, drinks, or gear. With us, everything listed above is included — no surprises.