Brand New Mercan Excursion 34 Private Tour From Dubrovnik Cavtat

A private boat gives you a different view of Dubrovnik: the old city’s walls from the water, then a run out to caves and islands where a swim is part of the plan. This is a full-day outing, not a quick harbor circuit, and the Blue Cave requires you to enter by swimming.

I like two things in particular: you can shape the day around your group, and the route pairs cave stops with time at sandy Sunj Beach or a restaurant on Lopud. The group price also makes more sense when shared among up to 12 people.

The main catch is that the route and stop timings need clarifying before you book. Pasjaca Beach is described as an alternative to the Elaphiti Islands, and the published time blocks do not add up neatly to an eight-hour day.

• Private boat for up to 12: Your group has the boat and skipper to itself.
• A swim-in cave: The Blue Cave entrance is small, but you do not need to dive to enter. You cannot stand once inside.
• Kolocep’s caves: The plan includes two green caves and a canyon-like cave.
• Sunj’s shallow sand: Lopud’s beach is a long, shallow stretch, with a lengthy walk through the water before it gets deep enough to swim.
• Lopud lunch stop: The island has restaurants along the coast, making it a natural place to pause for a meal.
• Fuel costs extra: The full-day fuel surcharge is listed as €150, paid in cash on the boat.

Dubrovnik’s Walls From the Water

The day begins with a private panoramic cruise along Dubrovnik’s coast. Seeing the walls from the sea gives you a broad look at the city’s edge before the boat heads toward the islands. The listed plan allows 25 minutes for this stop, followed by an estimated 20-minute ride to the Blue Cave.

That is a short introduction rather than a long city tour. If your main aim is to learn about Dubrovnik’s history and architecture, this boat trip is not a substitute for time on land. It is better suited to people who want coastal views and swimming, with the old town as a striking starting point.

The private format is useful here. You are not fitting your swim and sightseeing around a larger group’s schedule, and the skipper can focus on your party. The boat is described as a Mercan Excursion 34, with a quiet ride noted on one outing. That may matter if you want to talk, listen to music or enjoy the coast without a loud engine dominating the trip.

The Blue Cave Is a Swim, Not a Walk-In

The Blue Cave is the first major stop after the coastal cruise. Its entrance is small, but the opening is large enough to swim through. You do not need to dive, though you should be comfortable entering the water: the cave is four meters deep, and there is no place to stand.

The planned visit is 35 minutes. That is enough time for a swim and a look around, but it is not a long beach stop. Snorkeling equipment is included, which is useful for exploring in the water; bottled water, soda and alcoholic drinks are also included.

Be realistic about your comfort in the sea before booking. The tour description says most people can participate, but the cave itself calls for swimming, and the supplied details do not specify a ladder, flotation aid or other way to enter without getting into the water. If anyone in your group is unsure, ask the operator about the entry and exit before you pay.

Bring your own bathing suit, towel, sun cream, sunglasses and hat. A change of clothes and a camera are also on the suggested packing list. Admission to the listed stops is free, but that does not mean every cost is covered: fuel is charged separately.

Kolocep’s Three Caves

The next cave stop is at Kolocep, with two green caves and a third cave described as a canyon. The planned time is one hour. This is the trip’s main stretch of cave exploration, and the contrast with the Blue Cave gives the day more variety than a single swim stop.

The name Three Green Caves suggests a natural outing rather than a formal attraction with a ticket desk or set indoor route. The supplied details do not describe the cave interiors, water conditions or exact swimming arrangements, so do not assume each cave is entered in the same way. Your skipper can tell you what is practical on the day.

One hour sounds generous compared with the Blue Cave’s 35 minutes, but it is still a shared block for three places. If you want to linger in the water, ask how the skipper handles the timing and whether the stop can be adjusted for your group. The point of hiring a private boat is flexibility, but the exact degree of flexibility is not spelled out.

Sunj Beach: A Long, Shallow Wade

Sunj Beach, on Lopud, offers a change of pace after the caves. The sandy beach is nearly a kilometer long, and its shallow water makes it popular with families with small children. The catch is built into that same feature: you may have to walk about 100 meters before reaching water deep enough to swim.

The planned beach stop is one hour. That gives you time to get sandy, cool off and relax, but it may feel brief if you want a proper beach afternoon. Sunj is also a place for simple recreation, with volleyball, tennis, picigin and other activities mentioned as options. Bring what you need for the beach, since towels and swimwear are not provided.

This stop suits a group that wants more than cave swimming. You can split the day between active time in the water and a low-key beach pause. For small children, shallow water can be reassuring, but the long wade is worth considering if anyone in your group has difficulty walking through water.

Lopud for Lunch and Island Time

Lopud is described as a good place to stop for lunch, with restaurants along the coast. That gives you a chance to get off the boat and eat on land rather than relying on snacks and drinks aboard. Lunch is not listed as included, so budget for it separately.

The timing here is unclear. The itinerary assigns three hours to Lopud, then says the return trip takes an hour. It is not clear whether those three hours include the journey back or refer to time on the island. This is one of the details I would confirm with the operator before booking, especially if you are planning lunch or have a firm return time.

The private format makes Lopud a useful anchor for the day. If you are not keen to spend every stop swimming, a meal and time on the island can balance the cave visits. Ask how much time you will have ashore, and whether the skipper can adjust the schedule to give lunch room without cutting another stop short.

Pasjaca Beach Is an Alternative Route

Pasjaca Beach is presented as an option for people who do not want to visit the Elaphiti Islands or have already seen them. The beach is described as a striking natural stop, with two hours allocated to it. That is a different kind of day from the route through Kolocep, Sunj and Lopud.

Do not assume Pasjaca is added on top of every island stop. The wording makes it sound like an alternative, while the itinerary lists it after Lopud as a sixth stop. The listed time blocks also exceed the tour’s approximate eight hours if treated as consecutive stops, even before allowing for the boat rides. Ask which route you are booking and what the day includes.

This choice is useful if your group has already visited the Elaphiti Islands or prefers a different beach outing. If you are deciding between the two routes, tell the operator what matters most: caves, sandy beach time, lunch on Lopud or a visit to Pasjaca. The available information does not explain how route changes affect the price or fuel surcharge, so confirm that too.

What the Private Price Covers

The tour costs $360.44 per group for up to 12 people. Split evenly across a full group, that is about $30 per person before fuel and any personal spending. A smaller party pays more per person, so the value depends in part on how many of you share the boat.

The price is not the whole bill. The listed fuel surcharge is €150 for a full-day tour, paid in cash on the boat. The page also lists €80 for a half-day tour and €30 for a sunset tour, so confirm which rate applies to your booking. Do not assume the fuel fee is included in the group price.

Snorkeling equipment, bottled water, alcoholic beverages, soda and the skipper are included. Meals, swimwear, towels, sun cream, hats, sunglasses, a change of clothes and a camera are not included. The stops have no admission charge listed, which keeps the main extra costs to fuel, lunch and anything you choose to buy.

For a group of friends or a family, the private setup can be good value if you want a day centered on your own swimming and beach preferences. For one or two people, the same group price is harder to justify unless privacy and a tailored route are worth the added cost to you.

Timing, Comfort and Booking Details

The tour lasts about eight hours and is offered in English. It is a private activity, so only your group participates. The experience is generally listed as suitable for most people, but the Blue Cave requires swimming, and Sunj’s shallow water involves a long walk before you can swim properly.

Antonio is the named contact associated with the experience. He was described as helpful with details from the time of booking and punctual on arrival. On a sunset outing, the group was able to swim until sunset and play its own music. That is a useful sign of the personal feel of a private trip, though sunset timing should not be assumed for this full-day tour.

The tour is weather-dependent. If poor weather cancels it, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time; changes made less than 24 hours ahead are not accepted.

The experience has a five-star rating from 47 reviews, with all reviewers recommending it. The strongest praise centers on Antonio’s communication and punctuality, the boat’s quiet ride, and the chance to enjoy a swim and music through sunset. Those are encouraging signs, but the route and duration still deserve a direct conversation before you book.

Should You Book This Dubrovnik Boat Tour?

Book it if your group wants a full day on the water, enjoys swimming and values having a private skipper rather than joining a shared excursion. The mix of Dubrovnik’s coast, caves, a sandy beach and a possible island lunch gives the day several distinct moods.

Think twice if someone in your group is not comfortable swimming, or if you need a tightly defined schedule. The cave entry requires getting into the sea, and the listed timings leave uncertainty about how the route fits into eight hours. Before paying, confirm whether your day visits the Elaphiti Islands or Pasjaca, how much time you get on Lopud, and which fuel surcharge applies.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately eight hours.

How many people can join?

The private tour is priced for a group of up to 12 people. Only your group participates.

Is the Blue Cave accessible without swimming?

No. The entrance is reached by swimming. You do not need to dive, but the cave is four meters deep and you cannot stand inside.

What is included in the price?

The listed inclusions are a skipper, snorkeling equipment, bottled water, alcoholic beverages and soda. Fuel is charged separately.

How much is the fuel surcharge?

The listed surcharge is €150 for a full-day tour, €80 for a half-day tour or €30 for a sunset tour. It is paid in cash on the boat, so confirm which rate applies to your booking.

Can the tour be canceled because of bad weather?

Yes. If poor weather cancels the experience, you are offered a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.