15 Private Speedboat Charters in Croatia Worth Booking

1.Dubrovnik Private Speedboat Tour to Elaphite Islands with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 660 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $387 for the boat, seats 2 Our pick

Set out from Dubrovnik with a private skipper such as Ante, Marin, Tony, or Simon, then cruise to Koločep’s caves, Lopud’s beaches, and, on the eight-hour trip, Šipan. Swim, snorkel, listen to your own music, stop for lunch, and adjust the pace to suit your group. Drinks, towels, life jackets, and snorkeling gear are included.

“We had a perfect day with skipper Marion. He is experienced around the cave stops you need to be on top of your game. We visited the island of Lopud and had lunch at Obala and it was the best lunch we had on our entire trip. Book it you won’t be disappointed!”

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2.Half-Day Elafiti Islands Private Speed Boat Tour by Quicksilver 675

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $400 for the boat, seats 6

Take a private Quicksilver 675 speedboat from Gruz Port to Kolocep and Lopud. Your skipper can shape the four-hour outing around swimming, snorkeling, the Blue Cave, Sunj Beach, or island villages. Ivan and Joseph are among the skippers associated with the tour. Drinks, snorkel gear, and hotel-area transfers are not included, so plan your own way to the port.

“Our experience with this tour was amazing! Ivan was easy to find at the pier. He was so so friendly and nice and made the day amazing. It was a great way to explore the islands and see a little of everything. The boat was super nice and clean and the water and stops were beautiful and so clear. This was our favorite tour we did on our 2 week cruise.”

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3.Full-Day Elafiti Islands Private Speed Boat Tour by Quicksilver 675

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $599 for the boat, seats 6

Take a private Quicksilver 675 speedboat from Dubrovnik to Koločep, Lopud, and Šipan. Your skipper shapes the day around swimming, snorkeling, beaches, villages, and quiet bays. Snorkel gear, a GoPro, water, beer, and soft drinks are included, but lunch, hotel transfers, and a €100 fuel surcharge are extra.

“My friends and I LOVED this experience. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Croatia! Thank you for an amazing day out on the water. So beautiful! Hopefully I can do it again sometime soon.”

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4.BLUE CAVE private speedboat tour with drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 128 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $363 for the boat, seats 10

Set out from Dubrovnik’s West Harbour on a private speedboat for the Blue and Green Caves of Kolocep and Sunj Beach on Lopud. You get about four hours on the water, snorkel gear, life jackets, and drinks, with room for up to 10 people. Early departures from June 1 to September 15 help you reach the caves before larger groups.

“Antun was a great captain. He let us decide where we wanted to spend our time and was so gracious when we had a payment issue. The water is so beautiful, and the boat was comfortable for our family. Highly recommend!”

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5.Private Speedboat Tour | Caves Beaches Islands and more

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 2 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $303 for the boat, seats 6

Join Nono Travel and skipper Vincenzo for a private speedboat day from Dubrovnik. Swim through sea caves, visit Kolocep, Lopud, Sipan, or Lokrum, and shape the route around your interests. Drinks, towels, snorkeling gear, fuel, and a professional skipper are included, while lunch and Lokrum entry cost extra.

“We traveled for 2 weeks with our 4 teenage boys and this was the best day by far! Great communication and the day went smoothly. We were picked up outside our cruise port and driven to the boat. We had the flexibility to customize what we did. We all loved snorkeling and swimming into the blue cave. It was amazing! The boys wanted to ride around fast and they had a blast. Best day of our entire vacation. Highly recommend!”

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6.Dubrovnik Elafiti islands Private Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $315 for the boat, seats 5

Spend about eight hours on a private speedboat from Dubrovnik with a skipper such as Zoran, Antoni, Antonio, or Maro. Visit Koločep, the Blue Cave, Lopud, Šunj Beach, and Šipan, with time for swimming, snorkeling, village walks, lunch, and quiet coves. Pickup, drinks, and snorkel gear are included.

“This was the most incredible day. From the organization, to the driver, to the skipper, to the gorgeous sights- we couldn’t have asked for Anything more. We left feeling so relaxed. Thank you all so so much. I would highly recommend this trip!!”

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7.Half-Day Best Beaches & Bays Private Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $339 for the boat, seats 4

Spend four hours on a private speedboat from Dubrovnik with room for up to four people. Your skipper, often Tom or Ivan, helps shape the route around Lopud, Sunj Beach, Kolocep, caves, swimming, snorkeling, and cliff jumping. Drinks and snorkeling gear are included, but lunch and a €100 fuel surcharge cost extra.

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8.Private Speedboat Tour in Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 2 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $459 for the boat, seats 6

Take a private speedboat from Dubrovnik with Ivan, your English-speaking captain, and shape the day around the Elafiti Islands, Lopud, Koločep, and a cruise by the Old Town walls. The tour lasts about two to eight hours, suits groups of up to six, and offers pickup by arrangement.

“This is a tour you will not want to miss. Ivan is simply terrific, caring, and thoughtful captain who will go out of his way to give you an experience that you will not forget. He will avoid the crowds, take you to his favorite places and craft an experience customized to whatever your wishes may be. He is also spectacular with young children, as he was with mine.l, who said this was their favorite day of their trip. Do not miss this opportunity!”

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9.Private Speedboat Tour- Blue cave, sandy beaches and snorkelling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 2 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $363 for the boat, seats 4

Take a private speedboat from Dubrovnik to Koločep’s Blue Cave, Šipan, Lopud, and Šunj Beach. Your skipper, possibly Toni or Rocco, can adjust the route to your group. Snorkel gear, water, soft drinks, beer, and wine are included, but lunch, pickup, and fuel cost extra.

“Toni was an amazing Skipper! He asked us what we wanted to see and suggested wonderful spots to ensure we made the most of our day. The pick up point is a 10min taxi ride from old town. Highly recommend this tour and Toni who made sure our families had the best day swimming, diving, seeing the caves and enjoying the sandy beach. Thanks Toni!”

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10.Blue and Green Cave private speed boat tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $845 for the boat, seats 12

Charter a private speedboat from Hvar for about six hours with a skipper such as Daniel, Antonio, or Philip. Swim in the Green Cave, visit Stiniva Cove and the Blue Cave, then relax at Palmizana’s Laganini Beach Club. Snorkel gear, soft drinks, life jackets, music, and travel insurance are included. Cave fees and lunch cost extra.

“Our Driver Daniel! He was awesome and showed us several caves and areas. The blue cave was incredible and we had the perfect weather and calmness.”

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11.Private Speedboat tour to National Park Kornati Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $205 a head

Take a private speedboat from Zadar into Kornati National Park with a skipper who can shape the day around your group. Swim and snorkel at Lojena Bay, visit Mana Island and its fortress, and choose an optional extension to Telašćica Nature Park. Ivan has guided previous outings, and snorkeling masks and bottled water are included.

“Ivan was a great driver / guide and took us to quiet places to hike / swim / snorkel away from the tourist masses. We started early so we got time at the popular beach while it was still quiet. I would recommend this trip.”

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12.Private Speedboat Tour over Elaphiti Islands and Hidden Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $399 for the boat, seats 6

Cruise from Dubrovnik with skipper Bruno on a private speedboat for up to six people. Swim in the Blue Cave, explore Kolocep’s connected caves, relax at Sunj Beach, then visit Lopud and Sipan. Choose a 4 or 8-hour route, with snorkeling gear, drinks, water, and lifejackets provided.

“The entire day was perfect, thanks to Bruno! What a delight he is! He was so accommodating, shared so much about Croatia and himself, and he totally made the day perfect! We had an amazing lunch as well!”

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13.Private Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $918 for the boat, seats 6

Join Damir or another member of the Dubrovnik Tour Guide team aboard a Quicksilver 675 speedboat for an eight-hour private trip around the Elafiti Islands. Choose your stops, swim near the Blue and Green Caves, visit Lopud and Sipan, and pause for lunch at a recommended island restaurant. Drinks and bottled water are included.

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14.Fully customized private boat trip from Trogir and Split

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 3 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $688 for the boat, seats 7

You set the route with Lovor Tours on a private boat for up to seven people, choosing between three and nine hours at sea. Swim at Blue Lagoon, stop for lunch in Milna, visit Hvar, or keep things quiet around Solta and the Pakleni Islands. Snorkeling gear and a skipper are included, but lunch and fuel surcharge are extra.

“Easy pick up from our Hotels marina - several swimming stops and great fresh fish lunch. Expect to pay a few hundred extra for skipper and fuel at the end, but well worth it.”

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15.Dubrovnik Private Speedboat Tour to Elaphite Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 4 hours · from $388 for the boat, seats 2

Take a private speedboat from Dubrovnik to Koločep and Lopud, with time for the Blue and Green Caves, swimming, snorkeling, Šunj Beach, and a quiet cove. Your English-speaking skipper, with guides such as Ivo, Maro, Luka, or Marko, can adjust the route to your interests. Full-day trips add Šipan and the Sikirica Blue Lagoon.

“Marko provided us with the best experience we could have asked for! We didn’t have much of an idea of where we wanted to go, and asked Marko to show us his favourite spots and best recommendations. We had a wonderful day, it really was the best day of our entire holiday. Clean boat, very polite and stocked well with refreshments. The price is extremely reasonable for what you get. We booked this trip as we had already done another boat trip, but wanted a more luxury and personalised experience. Marko ensured that we had that we had the best time. (Apologies to Marko for this very late review, we…”

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