4 Island Kayak Tours in Dubrovnik to Build a Morning Around

1.Elafiti Islands Sea kayaking: Full-Day Bike and Kayak tour on Lopud and Šipan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 236 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $95Our pick

You’ll kayak from Lopud to Šipan, then cycle about 6 to 10 kilometers through villages, vineyards, churches, and old villas. Guides such as Karlo, Zvone, and Ivan lead small groups of up to 10. Expect exercise, clear water, ferry logistics, and a cash-only lunch option.

“Highly recommend this trip. Great way to see the islands and the stunning coastline. Cycling was fun and lunch stop was a fab spot.”

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2.Elaphite Islands Full-Day Kayak and Bike Tour from Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 76 reviews · from $95

Join a small group of up to nine with guides such as Marco, Filip, or Alex for a full day of sea kayaking and cycling between Lopud and Sipan. Expect about 6 to 7 kilometers of paddling, roughly 10 kilometers of biking, a beach break, and time for lunch.

“Would have preferred longer time at the beach and less time with lunch. Also would have liked if the cycle was a bit longer but overall a good day and great value.”

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3.Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling to Green Cave on Sipan island from Lopud

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $88Best value

Paddle from Lopud to Šipan with an English-speaking guide, visit a stone arch and the Green Cave, snorkel, cliff jump, eat in Šuđurađ, then kayak back via Ruda. Ivo may lead the group, and all boats, safety gear, masks, snorkels, and waterproof bags are supplied.

“This is a fantastic day out that would appeal to anyone who enjoys an active holiday. The kayaking was challenging but manageable including for our teenage children. The restaurant we stopped at for lunch was excellent and Ivo the tour guide knowledgeable, friendly inclusive. Thoroughly recommended.”

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4.Elaphite Islands – Full-Day Kayaking and Snorkeling tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 15 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $98

Set out from Dubrovnik’s Gruž port with an ACA-certified guide, ferry to Lopud, then kayak across Lopud, Sipan, and Ruda. You’ll receive instruction, kayaks, dry bags, and snorkel gear, with time for Green Cave, swimming, lunch, and a village stop. Guides such as Tin and Mladin have led recent trips.

“Full day out in the fun and sun. Highly recommend. We had tin as our guide, whilst new he still new his stuff and hept us safe and showed us some amazing sights.”

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