Dubrovnik Speedboat Quicksilver 675 Private Tours

The best Dubrovnik views begin beyond the city walls. This private Quicksilver 675 tour takes your group along the coast, past the Old City Walls, and out to beaches and coves that are difficult to reach by land. I especially like the choice of routes, from a quick four-hour swim-and-snorkel outing to a full day around the Elafiti Islands or Mljet.

I also like the small private setting. Your group alone uses the boat, with room for up to eight people and a professional skipper-guide at the helm. Drinks and water are provided, and guides such as Luca and Matij have added local stories and Dubrovnik history along the way. The main consideration is weather, since this is a sea trip and the route may need to change or be canceled if conditions are poor. The Mljet option also carries an extra fuel charge of about 50 to 80 EUR.

Five Things to Know Before You Book

• A private Quicksilver 675 carries up to eight people, making the $431.62 group price much better value when shared among family or friends.
• You can choose between four-hour and eight-hour routes, so the trip can fit a short Dubrovnik stay or fill an entire day.
• The Blue Cave on Koločep Island offers a short, memorable stop for swimming and snorkeling.
• Šunj and Pasjača beaches give you different coastal experiences, from a broad beach stop to a more dramatic swimming location.
• A professional skipper-guide is included, with drinks and water on board.
• Mljet costs extra for fuel, approximately 50 to 80 EUR paid on the boat.

Choosing Between Four Hours and Eight

The first decision is simple: do you want a compact sea outing or a full day away from Dubrovnik?

The four-hour choices work well if you have limited time, a cruise-ship schedule, or other plans in the city. One route heads toward Koločep Island, the Blue Cave, and Šunj Beach. Another focuses on Pasjača Beach and snorkeling. These shorter trips give you time in the water without turning the whole day into a boat excursion.

The eight-hour options are better for a group that wants the sea to be the main event. You can spend the day among the Elafiti Islands or select the Mljet route. A full day gives the skipper more room to build a relaxed schedule, though the exact order and length of stops can depend on weather and sea conditions.

At $431.62 per group of up to eight, the price works out to about $54 per person if the boat is full. For seven people, it is about $62 each. That is a strong value for a private boat, especially when compared with paying separate fares for a large shared excursion. For a couple or a small group of two, the cost is harder to justify unless privacy matters a great deal.

Leaving From Lokanda Peskarija

The meeting point is Lokanda Peskarija, at Na ponti bb in Dubrovnik’s Grad area. The boat returns to the same place at the end, which keeps the day easy to plan.

The trip begins with a panoramic sail beside Dubrovnik’s Old City Walls. This is more than a quick transfer out of town. From the water, you get a different angle on the fortifications, towers, and rocky coastline. It is a useful way to see how strongly Dubrovnik’s position depends on the sea.

The boat is a Quicksilver Activ 675, designed for sea activities and equipped for a comfortable ride around the Dubrovnik aquatorium. The supplied information describes it as a top-of-the-line model with attention to comfort and ergonomics. That matters on a private trip because you may spend several hours moving between islands and swimming spots rather than simply crossing the harbor.

The boat holds up to eight people, so it is intimate without being restricted to just a couple. For a group of friends, the layout should make conversation and shared stops easy. You also avoid being tied to the pace or preferences of a large excursion group.

Pasjača Beach: A Swim With a Dramatic Setting

Pasjača Beach is one of the possible stops on the four-hour route focused on swimming and snorkeling. The stop lasts about an hour, with admission included.

The appeal here is time in the water rather than a long cultural visit. You can swim, snorkel, and enjoy the coast without a formal schedule of attractions. If you prefer a beach stop that feels like a clear break from Dubrovnik’s streets, Pasjača is a good choice.

The practical point is that the tour does not promise a long stay at every location. An hour is enough for a swim and some snorkeling, but you will want to move efficiently once the boat arrives. Bring your interest in the water, not a plan to spend half the day sitting on shore.

Pasjača is also a sensible choice for people who want a shorter trip. You get a beach, time to snorkel, and the boat ride along the Dubrovnik coast without committing to an eight-hour outing.

Šunj Beach: More Time for Swimming and Snorkeling

Šunj Beach is another one-hour stop, and it can be part of the four-hour Blue Cave and beach excursion. Like Pasjača, the activity here centers on swimming and snorkeling, with no admission fee listed.

The value of Šunj is the simple rhythm of the stop: arrive by boat, get into the water, and enjoy the shoreline before moving on. I like this kind of excursion because it does not overfill the day with rushed sightseeing. You spend your time doing the activity you came for.

If your group has different interests, a beach stop can also be easier than a tightly programmed cultural visit. Swimmers can get in the water, while others can stay on the boat or spend time by the shore. The available information does not promise beach facilities or a specific type of sand, so you should choose this route for the sea experience rather than for a particular amenity.

Koločep and the Blue Cave

The Koločep option includes a visit to the Blue Cave and snorkeling. The stop is listed at about 30 minutes, so this is a short but focused part of the day.

A Blue Cave visit is about light, water, and the enclosed feel of a coastal cavern. You should expect a quick stop rather than an extended cave tour. The boat schedule pairs it with snorkeling, making the cave one piece of a broader swim-focused route.

This is a good fit if your group wants variety. You get a panoramic view of Dubrovnik, a cave visit, and beach time at Šunj on the four-hour excursion. The tradeoff is that no single stop receives a long, leisurely block of time. The route is best for people who like seeing several places in one outing.

The Blue Cave stop is also a useful reminder to check your timing before booking. If you want a slow day with one beach and plenty of time in the water, the Pasjača option may suit you better. If you want several different coastal sights, Koločep and the Blue Cave offer more variety.

The Eight-Hour Elafiti Islands Route

The Elafiti Islands option gives you a full day at sea. The supplied details do not set out a fixed list of stops for this route, so you should confirm the exact plan with Sea Heart of Dubrovnik before departure.

What is clear is the kind of day this creates: more time around the island group, more flexibility for swimming, and less pressure to return quickly to Dubrovnik. A full-day private boat makes sense for a group that wants the coast to be its main destination rather than a side trip.

A past group of seven people in their early twenties rated the four-hour private Elafiti outing as the best value of their long European trip, with Luca as guide. That is useful context for groups considering the price. With seven people sharing the boat, the cost per person becomes much more reasonable, while the private setup keeps the day social and flexible.

Luca also received special praise for guiding the group well. That matters because a skipper-guide can shape the experience between stops, not just steer the boat. You may hear local information and stories about Dubrovnik’s famous places while moving along the coast.

The Eight-Hour Mljet Option and Its Extra Charge

Mljet is the most important option to price carefully. Fuel is not included on this route, and an additional 50 to 80 EUR is paid on the boat.

That extra cost is not a deal breaker for a full private day, but you should include it when comparing routes. The base price looks attractive for a full group, yet the final total for Mljet will be higher than the advertised tour price.

The supplied details do not list specific Mljet stops or a precise schedule. Ask about the route, swimming locations, and timing before you commit. The eight-hour duration makes Mljet suitable for people who want a major island outing, but you should not book it expecting the same exact stops as the shorter Dubrovnik, Pasjača, Šunj, or Koločep routes.

What the Skipper and Boat Add

The professional skipper-guide is included in the price. This is important on a private speedboat because you are paying for more than transportation. The skipper handles the route while also helping turn the ride into a guided coastal experience.

Matij, one of the guides associated with the trip, was praised for sharing Dubrovnik history and pointing out famous places. Drinks are available on board, and water is included. These are small details, but they matter under the sun, especially on an outing that may last eight hours.

The private format is the strongest feature for many groups. You can book the entire boat rather than sharing it with strangers. That makes the tour particularly suitable for families, close friends, and groups celebrating a special day. It is also a better match for people who want to talk, swim, and move at their own pace.

A speedboat is not the same as a slow sightseeing vessel. You are choosing access to more coastal locations and a livelier ride, with comfort provided by the Quicksilver’s design. If you want a quiet, formal cruise with a fixed commentary program, this is probably not the right product.

Who Will Get the Best Value

I would recommend this tour most strongly to a group of five to eight people. The group price becomes much more attractive when divided among several people, and the private setting gives everyone a shared day without the usual large-boat compromises.

It also suits people who value water time. Swimming and snorkeling are central to the shorter routes, and the beach stops are not simply photo opportunities. You should be comfortable with an outing built around the sea.

The tour may be less suitable if you dislike changing locations, want extensive time at one beach, or need a guaranteed indoor plan. Weather can affect the departure, and the experience is designed around outdoor conditions.

Families can consider it too, but the provided information does not specify child ages, life-jacket arrangements, or other family details. If those points matter for your group, ask the operator before booking rather than assuming.

Practical Details That Matter

Confirmation is provided at booking, and the experience offers a mobile ticket. The meeting point is near public transportation, which helps if you are staying in or around Dubrovnik’s central area.

Most people can participate, and the activity is private for your group. The tour ends back at the starting point, so you do not need to arrange a separate return from another island.

Plan around the weather. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not refunded or accepted under the stated policy. If poor weather forces the operator to cancel, you are offered another date or a full refund.

Since the stops include swimming and snorkeling, pack the items you want for time in the water. Water and drinks are supplied, but the provided details do not list towels, meals, or snorkeling equipment, so ask about those points before departure.

Should You Book the Quicksilver 675?

Book it if you have a group and want Dubrovnik from the sea. The combination of private use, a professional skipper, drinks on board, and several route choices gives this tour real flexibility. The perfect 5 rating from 50 ratings and a 100 percent recommendation record also support its strong reputation.

The four-hour routes are the safest choice for a first outing or a tight schedule. Pick Koločep, the Blue Cave, and Šunj if variety appeals to you. Choose Pasjača if you mainly want a beach and snorkeling stop.

Choose eight hours for the Elafiti Islands or Mljet only if your group genuinely wants a full day on the water. For Mljet, budget the extra 50 to 80 EUR for fuel. If your party is small, compare the total cost carefully. If you can fill most of the eight seats, this is one of the better ways to turn a Dubrovnik day into a private coastal adventure.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at Lokanda Peskarija, Na ponti bb, 20000 Grad, Dubrovnik, Croatia.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the same meeting point in Dubrovnik.

How long is the speedboat tour?

The available options last from approximately one to eight hours. The main choices are four-hour excursions and eight-hour full-day routes.

How many people can join the private boat?

The Quicksilver 675 can be booked for a private group of up to eight people.

Which destinations can I choose?

The choices include the Blue Cave on Koločep Island and Šunj Beach, Pasjača Beach with snorkeling, the Elafiti Islands, and the island of Mljet.

Is fuel included?

Fuel is included except for the Mljet option. Mljet requires an additional payment of approximately 50 to 80 EUR on the boat.

Are drinks provided?

Yes. Water and drinks are included.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If the operator cancels because of poor conditions, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.