Rent a small boat without skipper - explore the islands and find hidden caves

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Dubrovnik, Croatia

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Overview

Set out on a full-day journey to chart your own course on a skipper-free boat, bask in the splendor of undiscovered islands, and uncover secret caves like a modern-day explorer. Prepare to set sail on immaculate, well-kept boats equipped with brand-new engines. A sprawling sunshade awaits, shielding you from the rays. Quench your thirst and satisfy your hunger by simply opening the on-deck coolers stocked with ice, ready for your beverages and tasty treats.

Use of snorkel equipment, you don't need to worry
Spend time on the water with your friends and family
Explore caves, swim and sunbathe
Comfortable, air-conditioned round transfers

What's Included

Use of Snorkeling equipment

Use of Snorkelling equipment
Cooler with ice
Map of the Elaphiti islands

Skipper
Fuel

€20.00 per booking

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up is optional, if you choose an option with pick up than we pick up from any hotel, apartment and address where we arrange. Pick ups that are not within our radius are charged extra.

Meeting point

Štikovica 18, 20235, Zaton, Croatia
Meeting point is next to beach. there will be booking place with big white sun umbrella and red desk with photos of the boats.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Crystal_C

This was the most enchanting boat ride with my partner we could’ve had on our first official day here in Croatia. Antonio was so accommodating and explained everything perfectly. There is no better way to experience the islands and the beautiful Adriatic Sea than this boat tour. I truly recommend everyone book with Antonio and get out there on the water, you won’t regret it!!!

Reviews

4.8

based on 98 reviews

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10 stars!! 🌟

Livi_B, Oct 2025

Don’t hesitate to book! My partner and I had the best time. It was such a wonderful experience, everyone was so lovely and accommodating. The extra money was completely worth the taxi as they not only pick you up but drop you off also. The boat was perfect for what we needed. We ventured out to the blue cave and although we had bad weather it was still such a great experience. The swimming googles were perfect for spotting all the fish you will be swimming with too!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you very much for your review, I am very happy that you had a good time on our boat. Best regards,Antonio!

Such a brilliant day

Alex_N, Aug 2025

What a lovely day! Mikael (I hope I spelled it correctly) was an excellent host - patient and helpful. He arranged pick-up and drop-off from/to our hotel, even though it was outside his normal range. He showed us how to pilot the boat, the best routes for a lovely day exploring the islands, caves and beaches, and then calmly helped us when our anchor got wedged between two rocks and we couldn’t pull it up. It was such a great way to end our holiday.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you very much for your review. Best regards, Antonio!

Self drive Boat adventure

Janet_G, Jul 2025

Good fun for the first time self drive boat experience easy to master and lots of laughs we all had a great time and will do it again when we come back

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you very much for your review! Best regards, Antonio!

Amazing experience

Isabel_B, Jul 2024

This is a great value for money experience. Being able to take the boat the island in your own time and explore them was so much fun. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a day activity and wanting to go to some hard to get to beaches

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you very much, I am glad to had fun time on our small boat. Best regards, Antonio!

Perfect day on the water

DeniseJ, Jul 2024

We loved our time on the boat. Explored a couple islands and some caves, stopped for lunch, swam, snorkeled, stopped for a drink. Perfect day. Highly recommend

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you very much for your review. Best regards, Antonio!

Beautiful day and boat

Mitchell_B, Jun 2024

We really enjoyed boating and snorkeling in the Adriatic. The owner picked us up near our Airbnb and we were given great instructions on how to navigate the boat. The boat has a nice canopy and shielded well from the sun . Water was beautiful and saw lots of sea life including urchins and starfish. The only scary part was navigating across open water a few times and having to be careful when faced with much larger boats.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you very much for your review. I am very happy that you enjoyed on our small boat. Best regards, Antonio!

Amazing way to spend a day on the water!

Scott_R, Jun 2024

Only positive things to say about this company. They accommodated a booking on short notice, picked us up on schedule at the Ploce Gate bus stop and drove us to the boat (about 15 minutes away). Instructions on operating the boat were clear. A map of the nearby islands is included on the boat. There is a cooler with icepacks provided as well. We anchored close to one of the suggested caves and went for a very refreshing swim. Then we proceeded to a secluded cove and anchored for an onboard lunch that we brought with us. Had an amazing day on the water!

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you very much for your review, It is very nice to read all this kind words about our boat tour. Best regards, Antonio!

Extremely good deal and...

Brian_M, Jun 2024

Extremely good deal and awesome experience. This boat gives you total freedom to spend the day exploring the islands of Croatia. Highly recommend to any group of 4 or less people

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Thank you very much for your review! Best regards, Antonio!

Beautiful boat ride

Crystal_C, Apr 2024

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for your nice review. I am very happy that you had good time. Best regards, Antonio!

Highlight of the holiday

Thomas_H, Aug 2020

Absolutely amazing day and a brilliant way to see the islands surrounding Dubrovnik. Our host (didn’t catch his name) was one of the friendliest people we’ve met since we’ve been here and even gave us 1.5 hours extra on the boat in the evening. The boat was a great size and really comfortable, we really enjoyed that fact that it was i my myself and my girlfriend on the boat, no skipper (or license) was needed. Would definitely recommend this company and boat if you are looking for a great day out on the water. We can’t thank them enough for a memorable day.