Elafiti Islands (Elaphites) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Elafiti Islands. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Full-Day Elaphite Islands Cruise From Dubrovnik With Lunch

• Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise From Dubrovnik With Lunch

• Elaphite Islands Boat Tour From Dubrovnik With Lunch (FR, ES, EN)

• Elaphiti Islands on the Luxury Pirate Ship Karaka Dubrovnik

• Dubrovnik Elafiti Islands Cruise With Lunch, Drinks, and Pickup

You can walk around and swim at beaches on the Elafiti Islands for free. However, they’re only accessible via boat, so budget accordingly. Public ferries 807 and 831 from Dubrovnik are the cheapest option and cost approximately €5 per adult each way. Tickets for children are about €2 each way. Full-day scenic cruises from Dubrovnik that visit the islands start around US$75 per person and typically include lunch.

Yes, the Elafiti Islands are worth visiting if you find yourself in Croatia. They make for a perfect day-trip escape from Dubrovnik, which gets especially crowded and hot in the summer months. They also offer better beaches for swimming: Think sand, not rock. The small villages are interesting to see from a cultural standpoint, and the car-free islands are fun to explore on foot or by bike.

Per one customer who booked the Elaphiti Islands Full-Day Cruise From Dubrovnik With Lunch, "Fabulous boat trip; the crew were so friendly and welcoming! The islands we visited were beautiful, and it was great we had free time on each one, the crew giving us information about each island and tips for things to do on each before we stopped. The lunch was also delicious. I highly recommend this to anyone staying in Dubrovnik!"

The Elafiti Islands (Elaphites) are only accessible by boat. You can take a ferry or water taxi from Gruz Harbour in Dubrovnik to Koločep, Lopud, or Sipan. You can also book a private boat to take you island hopping or join a tour that visits all three islands.

The best time of year to visit the Elafiti Islands is late spring or early fall. July and August mark the high season in Croatia, which can result in large crowds. Temperatures in summer can also be too hot for some people’s comfort.

Yes, there are lots of restaurants on all three of the main Elafiti Islands, but some are only open seasonally. Most cafés and restaurants are in coastal areas near the ferry ports. As restaurants cater to tourists, most typically offer both Croatian and international fare.

Yes, visiting multiple Elafiti Islands in one day is possible, especially if you join a tour. Tours typically visit all three islands and make stops along the way for snorkeling, shopping, and lunch.

It depends. Many people visit the islands on a day trip from Dubrovnik. However, if you want more time to explore the islands, you'll find accommodation options on all three islands.

Yes, the Elafiti Islands are suitable for family vacations, especially if your little ones like to swim or hike. You can take a boat tour out to the islands—although it’s worth checking that the boat is suitable if you’re traveling with small children. Or, spend a few days in your own private vacation rental creating memories amidst the stunning natural beauty.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Elafiti Islands. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Dubrovnik:

• Dubrovnik Old Town

• Lokrum Island

• Stradun (Placa)

• Dubrovnik Ancient City Walls

• Dubrovnik Cable Car

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Dubrovnik.