Dubrovnik Speedboat Quicksilver 675 Private Tours

A private speedboat is a fine way to trade Dubrovnik’s stone lanes for open water and a day among islands, caves and beaches. You can choose a shorter outing or spend up to eight hours on the sea, with swimming and snorkeling built into the appeal.

I like two things in particular: your group has the boat to itself, and the skipper-guide can add local context instead of simply steering from stop to stop. Drinks are included, and guides Luca and Matij have been singled out for friendly guidance and stories about Dubrovnik.

One point to check before you book: the routes and durations differ, and the Mljet option has a fuel surcharge of about €50 to €80. Make sure you select the trip you want, and do not assume every listed beach and island is covered on one outing.

• Private boat for up to eight: The quoted price is per group, so the cost per person falls as your party fills the seats.
• Choose a route to suit your day: Options range from a four-hour trip to the Blue Cave and Šunj Beach to an eight-hour trip to Mljet.
• Swimming and snorkeling are central: Stops include Pasjača Beach, Šunj Beach and Koločep’s Blue Cave, depending on your chosen excursion.
• A skipper-guide comes with the boat: Luca and Matij are two named guides praised for local history and helpful commentary.
• Bring the Mljet fuel surcharge into your budget: Fuel for that option is not included and costs about €50 to €80, paid aboard.
• The trip starts and ends by Dubrovnik’s Old Port: Meet at Lokanda Peskarija, Na ponti bb.

A private boat changes the pace of Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is best known for its walls and old streets, but the view from the water gives you another way to understand the city. This trip begins with a panoramic sail beside the Old City Walls, then heads out toward beaches and islands in the Dubrovnik aquatorium.

The Quicksilver Activ 675 is described as a boat designed for comfort and sea activities. That matters on a trip where the point is not only to get from one place to another, but to spend time swimming, snorkeling and taking in the coast. It is a private outing, so only your group joins the boat.

You can book for one to eight hours, with named choices that include four-hour and eight-hour excursions. The speedboat format gives you a more personal outing than a large group cruise, but it does not mean every route is interchangeable. Pick the destination and duration that match your plans.

Choose the route before you set out

The shorter trips focus on a few stops rather than trying to cover the whole archipelago. One four-hour option visits Koločep’s Blue Cave and Šunj Beach. Another is a four-hour outing to Pasjača Beach for swimming and snorkeling.

The longer choices are an eight-hour tour of the Elafiti Islands or an eight-hour trip to Mljet. These are better suited to a day when you want more time on the water and are not trying to fit the boat trip between several other Dubrovnik plans. Mljet has a separate fuel charge, so factor that into the total.

The listed stops also include Pasjača, Šunj and Koločep, but those names should not be read as a promise that all three are included on every trip. The excursions are separate route choices. Check the selected option carefully when booking, especially if one particular beach or island is the reason you want to go.

Start with a view of the Old City Walls

The departure point is Lokanda Peskarija, at Na ponti bb in Dubrovnik’s Old Town area. The trip ends back at the same meeting point, making it straightforward to plan around a day in the city. The meeting point is near public transportation.

The opening sail past the Old City Walls gives you a memorable change of angle on Dubrovnik. From the sea, the city’s defensive line is the first sight on the route, before the focus shifts to swimming stops and island scenery. If you have already walked the walls, seeing them from below offers a useful counterpoint.

A skipper-guide is included, which adds more than simply having someone steer the boat. Matij, for example, has been praised for talking about Dubrovnik’s history and notable places. Luca has also been praised as an engaging guide. You can expect the trip to have a local voice, though the specific guide on your departure is not guaranteed by the information provided.

Koločep’s Blue Cave and Šunj Beach

The four-hour Koločep route pairs a visit to the Blue Cave with time at Šunj Beach. The cave stop is listed as about 30 minutes, with snorkeling, while Šunj offers about an hour for swimming and snorkeling. Admission is free at both stops.

That timing gives you a taste of each place rather than a long stay. If you want to linger over a beach day, an hour at Šunj may feel brief. If you prefer several different scenes in one outing, the pairing makes good use of a half-day on the water.

The Blue Cave is a natural focal point, but the practical draw is that you can approach it by boat and get into the water for a closer look. Bring whatever you need for swimming and snorkeling, since the available information confirms the activity but does not specify what equipment is supplied. It is sensible to ask the operator before departure if you need gear provided.

Šunj is another chance to leave the boat and enjoy the sea at a slower pace. You are not paying a separate admission fee for the stop, and water and drinks are included on board. Still, the four-hour format means the boat has a schedule, so be ready to return when your skipper calls.

Pasjača Beach for a focused swim stop

The Pasjača excursion is a four-hour option centered on swimming and snorkeling. The beach is listed for a one-hour stop, with no admission ticket required. This is the more direct choice if you would rather spend your limited time on one named beach than combine a cave visit with Šunj.

A single stop can make the trip feel less rushed, but it also means your day is built around that destination. If you are set on seeing the Blue Cave or the Elafiti Islands, choose the matching route instead. The boat’s private setup gives your group a more personal outing, but it does not turn a focused itinerary into a full archipelago tour.

The beach stop is most appealing to anyone who wants the sea to be the main event. You get time to swim and snorkel, then return to Dubrovnik by boat. The details do not say how much of the four hours is spent traveling, so allow for the fact that the one-hour stop is only part of the overall excursion.

The Elafiti Islands and Mljet take a full day

An eight-hour trip gives you more room to enjoy an island outing without packing the schedule into a half-day. The Elafiti Islands option is the natural pick if you want an extended time on the water around the Dubrovnik archipelago. The exact stops for that route are not specified here, so ask what is planned if you have a particular island in mind.

Mljet is also offered as an eight-hour excursion. Its key budget difference is clear: fuel is not included, and the extra charge is about €50 to €80, paid on the boat. Since the base group price is $431.62, that surcharge is worth considering before you compare it with the other options.

The longer trips are a better fit if you have a free day and want the boat ride itself to be a major part of your Dubrovnik stay. They are less convenient if you have only a few hours or a fixed schedule afterward. The tour is weather-dependent, too, so leave some flexibility in your plans if you can.

What the price buys your group

The listed price is $431.62 per group of up to eight people. If eight people share the base fare evenly, that works out to about $54 per person before any Mljet fuel charge. A smaller group pays more per person, but still gets a private boat rather than sharing the outing with strangers.

The value depends on what matters to you. If your group wants a skipper, drinks and a flexible-feeling private outing focused on the sea, the price can make sense. A larger party gets the strongest per-person value. If you are traveling alone or as a couple, compare the cost with a shared boat trip before deciding.

Fuel is included on the listed options except Mljet. That distinction is important: the €50 to €80 surcharge is not a small detail to discover after choosing the route. Water and drinks are included, but no other onboard provisions are specified, so plan your own needs accordingly.

The average booking lead time is 51 days. That is a useful signal to plan ahead, especially if you have fixed dates or want a particular route. Confirmation is provided at booking, and the ticket is mobile.

The guide adds context, but the sea is the star

The most meaningful praise for this trip centers on the guide. Luca is described as an excellent guide on a private island outing, while Matij is noted for sharing local history and pointing out famous Dubrovnik places. That kind of commentary can turn travel time into part of the experience rather than a quiet transfer.

At the same time, the core appeal is not a long guided history lesson. This is a speedboat day built around coastal views, swimming and snorkeling. If you want an intensive city tour, spend your time on foot in Dubrovnik; if you want to see the coast and get in the water, the boat is a better match.

Drinks are available on board, and water and drinks are included. That is a welcome practical touch on a warm day, though the exact drink selection is not stated. Do not assume the boat includes snorkeling equipment, towels or food unless you have confirmed those details.

Who should book this speedboat trip

I would consider this tour for a group of friends, a family or another party that wants the privacy of its own boat and is happy to spend much of the outing on the water. It suits people who like a mix of sightseeing and swim time, rather than a shore-based excursion with a packed schedule of monuments.

The short routes work well when you want a half-day away from the city. Choose the Blue Cave and Šunj combination if you want two distinct stops, or Pasjača if a beach-focused outing sounds better. Choose an eight-hour option if you have the time and want the islands or Mljet to be the main event.

It is less suited to anyone who needs a guaranteed, detailed stop-by-stop schedule before booking, since the available route information does not spell out every stop on the Elafiti or Mljet excursions. It is also worth thinking twice if the extra fuel cost on Mljet would stretch your budget, or if your plans cannot accommodate a weather-related change.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations made later than that are not refunded, and changes within 24 hours are not accepted. If poor weather forces the operator to cancel, you are offered another date or a full refund.

Should you book it?

Book this if you want a private way to reach Dubrovnik’s coastal swimming spots, value having a skipper-guide, and can choose a route that fits your day. The strongest case is for a group of several people, when the per-person price becomes more appealing and the boat stays exclusively yours.

Before paying, settle on the exact route and duration, check whether your preferred stop is included, and ask about any equipment you need. For Mljet, add the €50 to €80 fuel fee to your budget. With those details clear, this is a practical way to swap city streets for a day of sea, islands and time in the water.

FAQ

How much does the private speedboat tour cost?

The listed base price is $431.62 per group of up to eight people. Fuel for the Mljet option is extra, at about €50 to €80, paid on the boat.

How long is the tour?

The experience lasts from about one to eight hours, depending on the option you choose. The listed choices include four-hour and eight-hour excursions.

Which destinations can I choose?

Options include the Blue Cave on Koločep and Šunj Beach, Pasjača Beach, the Elafiti Islands, and Mljet. The route and duration depend on the excursion selected.

Is fuel included?

Fuel is included except on the Mljet option. For Mljet, expect an additional charge of about €50 to €80, paid aboard.

What is included in the price?

A professional skipper-guide, water and drinks, and fuel on options other than Mljet are included.

Where does the tour start and end?

The meeting point is Lokanda Peskarija, Na ponti bb, in Dubrovnik. The tour ends back at the same meeting point.

What happens if poor weather cancels the trip?

You will be offered a different date or a full refund if the experience is canceled because of poor weather.