Blue Cave Three Green Caves Private Tour, free drinks and pickup

The Blue Cave is the star of this half-day outing, with sunlight shining through the sea to create an intense blue glow inside the cave. You’ll swim in clear Adriatic water, then move on to the Three Green Caves and Šunj Beach on Lopud Island.

I like the private format, which lets your group set the mood without sharing a boat with strangers. I also like the practical extras: pickup, towels, bottled water, soft drinks, snorkeling equipment, and a skipper who can help shape the day around swimming and beach time.

The main consideration is the timing. Four hours sounds generous, but two hours are assigned to Šunj Beach and the rest includes boat travel, so your cave visits are fairly brief. There is also no restroom on board, and the tour is not recommended for non-swimmers.

Key things to know before booking

• The Blue Cave gets its color from sunlight passing through the water, creating the most memorable visual moment of the trip.
• Three Green Caves adds a second swim stop, with clear water and green algae giving the cave area its name.
• Šunj Beach provides two hours of slower beach time, a useful balance after the speedboat ride and cave visits.
• The boat is private for your group of up to six, so the $541.85 cost is shared rather than charged per person.
• Drinks and swimming equipment are included, along with towels, bottled water, soft drinks, a guide, and skipper.
• Weather matters, since poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund.

A private speedboat morning from Dubrovnik

This tour is built around three very different Adriatic stops. First comes the Blue Cave, then the Three Green Caves, and finally Šunj Beach on Lopud Island. The route gives you a mix of short boat runs, cave swimming, snorkeling, and time on one of the area’s few sandy beaches.

Pickup is offered, and the tour lasts about four hours. Since your group is limited to six people, the experience should feel more like a small private outing than a standard boat excursion. That matters in Dubrovnik, where popular coastal stops can feel crowded during the warmer months.

The boat has been described as new, comfortable, and well equipped. Drinks are available, music can be chosen by your group, and flotation equipment, masks, and snorkeling gear are supplied. Those details may sound small, but they save you from packing a separate beach kit or buying drinks along the way.

The crew is another strong part of the experience. Skippers named in the feedback include Robbie, Maro, and Tommy, with Adil handling arrangements and guest questions. You should confirm your skipper after booking, but the repeated pattern is clear: the crew aims to keep the trip friendly, flexible, and easy to manage.

Entering the Blue Cave on Kolocep

The Blue Cave is the visual centerpiece. It is located on the island of Kolocep, and its blue color comes from sunlight entering through the water rather than from artificial lighting. When conditions are right, the cave interior takes on a striking blue tone that makes even a short visit feel special.

You have about 45 minutes here. That time may include getting into the cave area, swimming, and looking around from the water. Bring a swimsuit and use the supplied towel afterward, since this is not a stop where you simply walk up, take a picture, and leave.

The clear water makes the cave appealing to swimmers and snorkelers. The supplied equipment lets you look beneath the surface without needing to bring your own mask. Still, you should not expect a long snorkeling session. With travel time and a fixed schedule, the Blue Cave is best viewed as a concentrated experience.

The cave also depends on weather and sunlight. The tour requires good weather, and the blue effect will be strongest under favorable conditions. If poor weather cancels the trip, you can accept another date or receive a full refund, but the operator cannot control the natural lighting inside the cave.

If photography matters to you, protect your phone carefully around the water. The supplied information does not promise waterproof storage or a dry area, so treat cameras and phones as your own responsibility. A waterproof pouch is a sensible addition.

Swimming among the Three Green Caves

The Three Green Caves offers a different mood. Instead of one dramatic blue chamber, you get a cave system with clear water, greenery, and algae that create the green coloring associated with the site. It is another chance to swim in a sheltered natural setting away from Dubrovnik’s city streets.

This stop lasts about 45 minutes, giving you time to swim and use the snorkeling equipment. The water is described as crystal clear, but conditions can change with weather and boat traffic. If you want a quiet swim, tell the skipper early in the trip. The private setup makes that sort of request more realistic than it would be on a large group boat.

The two cave stops work well together. The Blue Cave supplies the strong color effect and the sense of entering a special natural chamber. The Three Green Caves gives you more of a peaceful swimming break, with green algae and plant life shaping the view.

Neither stop is designed as a long walking visit. You will spend your time around the water, so moderate physical fitness is advised. You should be comfortable boarding and leaving a boat, swimming in open water, and handling a short active stop before heading to the beach.

Two hours at sandy Šunj Beach

Šunj Beach is on Lopud Island and receives the longest stop, about two hours. That is a smart change of pace after the cave visits. Dubrovnik is better known for stone beaches and rocky swimming areas, while Šunj offers sand for sitting, sunbathing, and wading.

You can use this time in several ways. Swim in the clear Adriatic water, try kayaking or paddleboarding if available at the beach, snorkel, or simply stretch out on the sand. The tour information also notes beachfront cafes and restaurants, so you can buy a meal or drink while looking across the water.

The coast around Šunj is suitable for a walk or hike, and Lopud has other sights to explore. These include a historic Franciscan monastery and the gardens of Villa Elafiti. The tour does not specify how much time you will have for those sights, so do not plan a detailed island tour on top of the beach visit. Two hours can pass quickly once you add swimming, food, and changing.

Šunj is also where the tour becomes less structured. The caves have clear visit windows, but the beach gives you room to choose your own pace. Families and mixed-age groups may appreciate that flexibility, although the tour is not recommended for non-swimmers.

What the $541.85 group price really means

The listed price is $541.85 per group of up to six, not per person. If six people join, the cost works out to about $90.31 each. For four people, it is about $135.46 each, and for two people, about $270.93 each.

That makes the group size important. This is strongest value for a family or friend group that can fill most of the six seats. A full group gets private transportation, a skipper, a guide, pickup, drinks, towels, snorkeling equipment, bottled water, soft drinks, and all fees and taxes in one price.

The private boat also gives you something that a cheaper shared excursion may not: control over the company around you. You can choose your music, ask for help with swimming stops, and enjoy the ride without adapting to a large mixed group. The value is not only the number of included items. It is the privacy and the ability to spend the day with people you already know.

For a couple, the price is harder to justify unless private service is a top priority. You are paying for the whole boat, and the price does not become cheaper because only two people use it. Compare the total with other private boat trips in Dubrovnik before booking, especially if your main goal is only a single cave visit.

Drinks, gear, and the practical details

You receive bottled water and soda or pop, along with towels and snorkeling equipment. That means you can arrive ready for the water without renting basic gear separately. A personal swimsuit, sun protection, and a change of clothes still make sense, but the operator covers several awkward items.

The boat has no restroom. This is one of the clearest drawbacks, especially for families or anyone who prefers regular facilities. Use a restroom before pickup and take advantage of facilities at Šunj Beach when possible.

The tour is offered in English. The skipper acts as both boat operator and local guide, and the named crew members have been described as friendly, helpful, and easy to talk with. Music can be selected by your group, which adds a relaxed private-boat feel rather than a formal sightseeing atmosphere.

The ride is on a speedboat, so expect wind, spray, and movement. The supplied information calls for moderate physical fitness, and that requirement is worth taking seriously. If you have motion concerns, ask about seating and conditions before departure, and avoid treating the trip as a calm harbor cruise.

How the four hours are divided

The advertised duration is approximately four hours. You get about 45 minutes at the Blue Cave, 45 minutes at the Three Green Caves, and two hours at Šunj Beach. The remaining time is used for travel to and from the stops.

That breakdown helps set realistic expectations. You are not getting four full hours in the water. You are getting a compact coastal excursion with roughly 90 minutes of cave and swimming time, a longer beach break, and speedboat travel between locations.

The schedule suits people who want several highlights in one morning or afternoon. It is less suitable if you prefer to stay at one beach all day or spend a long time snorkeling at one site. If the sea is rough, the ride may also feel more tiring than the clock suggests.

Pickup adds convenience, particularly if you do not want to arrange your own way to the departure point. The exact pickup details are not specified, so confirm the meeting time and location after your reservation is accepted. Confirmation is provided within 48 hours, subject to availability.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend this trip to a group of friends or a family of up to six who want a private day on the water. Swimmers will get the most from the Blue Cave and Three Green Caves, while beach lovers will appreciate the long stop at Šunj.

It also fits visitors with limited time in Dubrovnik. In four hours, you can see several coastal locations without arranging separate transport, equipment, and beach stops. The private setup works well for people who dislike rigid group excursions.

This is not the best choice for non-swimmers, guests seeking a boat with a restroom, or anyone wanting a slow cultural tour. Lopud has a monastery and gardens, but the experience is centered on water, caves, and the beach rather than extended sightseeing on land.

The trip also suits people who value service. Crew members named in the feedback include Robbie, Maro, and Tommy, and Adil is involved with arrangements. The consistent service details include pickup both ways, careful attention to guest needs, and a well-kept boat.

Booking, weather, and cancellation advice

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund, and the cutoff uses local time.

Good weather is required. If the operator cancels because of poor conditions, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. This is useful protection, but it does not remove the need to keep some flexibility in your Dubrovnik schedule.

I would book this early if your dates are fixed, then keep the day before or after open enough to handle a weather change. Since confirmation is subject to availability and may arrive within 48 hours, check your booking details rather than assuming every preferred departure time is available.

Should you book the Blue Cave and Šunj tour?

Book it if you have four to six people, enjoy swimming, and want a private speedboat day that combines caves with a sandy beach. The Blue Cave supplies the dramatic moment, the Three Green Caves adds another water stop, and Šunj gives you time to relax instead of rushing from one photo stop to the next.

Think twice if you are traveling alone or as a couple and want the lowest possible price. Also reconsider if you do not swim, need an onboard restroom, or prefer a land-based tour with more time for Lopud’s historic sights.

For the right group, the package is well balanced. You get pickup, a skipper and guide, drinks, towels, snorkeling gear, and a route that makes good use of a short stay in Dubrovnik. Just remember that the price is for the boat, the caves are short visits, and much of the day is spent moving across the water.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately four hours, including travel time between Dubrovnik, the cave stops, Šunj Beach, and the return journey.

How many people can join the private tour?

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

What locations does the tour visit?

The route includes the Blue Cave on Kolocep, the Three Green Caves, and Šunj Beach on Lopud Island.

How long do you spend at the Blue Cave?

The Blue Cave visit lasts about 45 minutes. You can explore the cave area and swim in the clear water.

How long do you spend at the Three Green Caves?

The Three Green Caves stop lasts about 45 minutes and includes time for swimming and using snorkeling equipment.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment, towels, bottled water, and soda or pop are included.

Is there a restroom on the boat?

No. A restroom is not available on board.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you will be offered a different date or a full refund. Free cancellation is also available when you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time.