Elaphite Islands Cruise with Local Gastronomy at Captain's House

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  • Duration:9 hours (approx.)
  • Location: Dubrovnik, Dalmatia
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Our tour is offering you a chance to experience the islands on a different way!
Experience the beauty of the Elaphite Islands, snorkel in a magical Blue Cave and taste local gastronomy in our unique homemade lunch in Captain’s house.

After departure from Dubrovnik, first stop is Blue Cave. Snorkelling, swimming, jumping from the boat. As long as you want.

Next stop is island Lopud. Few hours of free time is enough for you to explore the island and visit the sandy beach “Sunj” and get yourself ready for the next stop and highlight of our trip.

Taste of local gastronomy in our homemade lunch served in Captain’s house on Island Sipan. Home made bread and home made olive oil. Following with the soup, main course that is grilled just in front of you and desert.
During the whole lunch, homemade wine is unlimited :)

On your way back captain will surprise you with one more swimming break!

We are waiting for you!


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Posted By : 998abdallahk
They're not very honest about what's included & their staff are only friendly until you pay the money.
1. I Asked the guy if I can get coffee/tea before we board, he said don't worry we have coffee on board... there's none and when I asked he denied then admitted that he said it by mistake saying "it's morning stress"
2. They left us behind at one of the stops and were only 2 mins late. Luckily one of the other tourists told them there's someone missing
3. The driver refused to drop at our accommodation and dropped us by old town was extremely rude and was like " not my problem speak to the person you paid & we spoke to their boss he was also very rude and was like get over it.

To be fair , The spots are beautiful " but it's the same with every other company " and the food was okay.
I would definitely do the boat trip again, but with another provider.
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Posted On : 2024-06-25 13:57:14 full ratings


Posted By : Paul_R
Once we got on the boat, the trip was wonderful. Despite some problems -- mostly my fault -- each stop was a joy. I would recommend this trip to anyone.

The biggest problem BY FAR was the lack of information on how to get to the boat used on this trip.
1) I selected "Katrina Rooms" for my meeting place, with a start at 8:15. Their response showed the address of that lodging, along with a map correctly showing its location. However, this place is located on a pedestrian walkway, with no direct access by car. We never received specific directions on what would happen at that place at about 8:15. Would a car drive close, with the driver walking to us, and then drive us there? Would someone meet us there, after which we would all walk to the boat? We were never told. At 8:20, we knew we had to walk ourselves to the dock area, so we did so.
2) We were told to go to
Obala stjepana Radia 13, 2000
which we were able to locate on a map. With rapid walking, we got there by 8:40, meaning five minutes before scheduled departure. However, there was NOTHING at the port area indicating which boat or berth was the one to get on. No sign. No flag. No person with an ID shirt. So how were we to know where to go?
3) In a near-panic, I found a boat with the Katarina Cruise ID on it, and tried to ask where we might find OUR boat. The one person who could understand our problem sent us to another boat with Katarina Cruise ID, and a person sent us to the loading area.
It would have been very easy to create a sign at that spot simply saying "Elaphite Islands Cruise."

The swim to the Blue Cave was beyond my swimming ability -- I've not swam in choppy seas in many years -- but I foolishly tried anyway. My mistake, and I own it. But it would have helped if a safety lecture had preceded the arrival, with emphasis on need for snorkel equipment. Providing emergency life vests, along with instructions on how to react to emergencies, would have saved me some worry.

Lopud Island has Sunj Beach, 1500 meters from the town. The map states it is a 20 minute walk, the guide said it was 15 minutes. I take five-day backpack trips through the backcountry for fun, and it took me 20 minutes to get there while walking at my maximum pace. There is no way a typical walker could get there in 15 minutes without running.

With all these problems, why do I give a 4-star rating? Because the time at each stop was absolutely wonderful! It was the highlight of our three week trip! If simple improvements could be made in communicating what to expect, 5-star would not be high enough.
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Posted On : 2024-06-05 14:33:04 full ratings


Posted By : J890NPmonicaa
Had the best day on the boat trip from pick up to drop off.
Amazing hosts. Free flowing drinks all day.
The food at the captains house was lovely and everyone worked so hard to make our day special

Thanks
Monica
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Posted On : 2024-05-25 05:53:40 full ratings


Posted By : Evelina V
Nice people, very helpful. Fun time with everyone. Recommend for family and friends ❤️ Alkohol for free all day. Food amazing. Islands amazing 😍😍
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Posted On : 2024-05-19 11:41:41 full ratings


Posted By : Lilly666
A wonderful boat trip with stunning scenery. The 3 islands are beautiful. Plenty to drink on board booze or non alcoholic. Lunch at Boris's mum house was great and we all ate together with the rest of the travelers. We went to the caves in the morning but was a bit cold so would have been better on the way back. All in all a great trip worth going on.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 15:43:43 full ratings


Posted By : AndyandKaren2014
This was the best boat tour we’ve ever taken. The Captain and Boris made us feel welcomed as soon as we came on board. Plenty of cold drinks available the entire day. The lunch was very tasty (soup, freshly baked bread, roast chicken or fish and lovely sweet little donuts for dessert. Throughout the day we made 4 stops at Blue Cave (water was too cold for me to go swimming but a few people went in), a long 3 hour stop at Lopud where we explored and the walked to Sunj Beach, then Sipan for lunch followed by a short stop at Kolocep and on to Dubrovnik.
The boat was clean and comfortable. Boris came around to tell us a bit about the islands we were visiting.
Best of all was a gentle pace on a sunny day with calm seas. Perfect in every way.
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Posted On : 2024-04-28 15:04:00 full ratings


Posted By : mumstheword2017
Spectacular scenery and fabulous hosts. Boris explained all the island attractions and looked after us superbly. Lunch at the Captain’s house was great and it was lovely to eat together with our fellow passengers.

We preferred the beach at the last Island to the one at the first and enjoyed a swim in its beautiful calm waters.
Mich & Debbie
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Posted On : 2024-04-18 12:15:46 full ratings


Posted By : Relax56879935201
Beautiful experience.. beautiful places... beautiful islands.. all calmly and enjoying each island to the fullest. Lunch experience at the captain's house where you can enjoy excellent local fish. Both the captain and Boris are very nice and friendly, available for any explanation and give you all the necessary advice. The cost is more than proportional to the entire excursion. FANTASTIC!!!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️
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Posted On : 2024-04-14 09:03:13 full ratings


Posted By : George_C
Ship captain and first mate both worked really hard and the lunch was delicious, so I dislike to give the review like this, but this tour should not be offered before May 1st (we went at the end of the first week of April)! None of the Islands had anything open and basically wasted our day. I'm sure this is nice during the peak season, but when you don't put a warning, it leaves quite a bitter taste in your mouth. I can confidently speak for everyone on this boating trip... staff was very nice but it shouldn't be offered at this time.
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Posted On : 2024-04-09 16:06:28 full ratings


Posted By : Dinah_J
Picked up at the time specified for a great trip. Stopped for a swim at the blue cave (snorkels and life jackets available if wanted) followed by 3 island stops. Lunch at the Captain's house was really enjoyable. Everyone on one table tucking into the food and drink provided. Great hospitality onboard the boat. Lovely mix of people to chat with.
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Posted On : 2024-04-05 13:23:02 full ratings