8 Kayak and Snorkel Tours in Dubrovnik Worth Getting Wet For

1.Sea Kayaking&Snorkelling Guided Day/Sunset Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,869 reviews · 2 hours · from $41Our pick

Paddle a sit-on-top double kayak from Pile Bay beneath Dubrovnik’s walls to Betina Cave for a 20 to 30 minute swim and snorkel stop. Guides such as Ivan, Tommy, Barba, and Dragan share local stories, while a safety boat supports the group. Sunset tours include a small bottle of wine.

“Such a love experience! Ivan and Martin were great and attentive guides. It was cold for snorkeling so they had a fire going for us to drink our wine. Only suggestion would be to have some single kayaks for people not going with people they know.”

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2.Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,646 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

Meet Dubrovnik Walks by the orange umbrella near Pile, then paddle beneath the Old Town walls toward Lokrum and Betina Cave. Guides such as Bane, Lobi, Fran, Roman, and Ben lead the route, provide gear, and allow time for swimming and snorkeling. You will get wet, so wear water shoes.

“Great outing with guides Stoyan and Bain. Beautiful view of the city walls, and some helpful historical explanations. The swimming snorkeling break was fun. The kayaking may not be easy for those who have never done it before, but there are 2 in each boat, so try to go with someone who has.”

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3.Morning and Day Tours – Sea Kayaking & Snorkelling Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 891 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $42

Set out from Pile port with a local guide such as Ivan, John, or Maro, then paddle past Lovrjenac Fort and Dubrovnik’s walls toward Lokrum and Betina cave. The two-hour trip includes instruction, kayaks, dry bags, snorkeling gear, swimming time, water, and snacks.

“Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The activity was not too exhausting and the views were breathtaking. Definitely recommend!!”

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4.Sunset Kayaking & Snorkeling with water &wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 599 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $48

Paddle from Pile Bay around Dubrovnik’s walls and Lokrum Island on a roughly three-hour sunset trip. Guides such as Mike, Dom, Roman, and Marin share local history, lead you to Betina Cave for swimming and snorkeling, and provide water, a snack, wine, and dry storage.

“- Good organisation and communication - leaders experienced, able to manage the bigger group - additional equipment, as well as kayaks - verry good - snacks and wine - OK ; ) - simple activity, if somebody likes kayaking, will enjoy - good also for pepole without any experience”

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5.2- or 3-Hour Morning Sea Kayaking & Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 470 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $41

Start at Pile Bay with guides such as Tom, Nikola, or Miki, then paddle below Dubrovnik’s walls, stop at Betina Cave for swimming and snorkeling, and choose a two-hour route or a longer three-hour outing toward Lokrum. Kayaks, safety gear, water, and dry storage are included.

“Great time, good workout and some fantastic history lessons along the way as well as some quality swimming!”

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6.Adventure Dalmatia – Sunset Sea Kayaking & Snorkelling Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 420 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48

Paddle from Pile Bay beneath Dubrovnik’s city walls to Betina Beach and Lokrum Island. Your guide, such as Ivan, Rocco, or Carla, teaches basic kayaking, shares local stories, and leads a snorkel stop before the sunset return. Equipment, water, and Croatian wine are included.

“My husband and I had the best time. Had a friendly tour guide Josh, that was great showing us all the amazing areas of Dubrovnik and leaving new information about it. Needed a big dinner after the experience as it’s very tiring but worth it. Good laugh.”

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

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

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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8.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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