9 Kayak and Snorkel Tours in Dubrovnik to Book Early

1.Sea Kayaking&Snorkelling Guided Day/Sunset Tours

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

Paddle from Pile Bay beneath Dubrovnik’s walls toward Betina Cave, with a 20 to 30 minute swim and snorkel stop before views of Lokrum Island. English-speaking guides such as Ivan, Tommy, Barba, and Dragan lead the way. Choose a morning, afternoon, or sunset departure. Double kayaks, safety gear, waterproof bags, and a rescue boat are provided.

“Ivan was a great guide! We all agree that we would do this tour again if we are ever back in Dubrovnik”

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2.Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

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

Meet Dubrovnik Walks near the Pile bus stop, then paddle along the Old Town walls toward Lokrum and Betina Cave. Your guide provides kayaks, masks, water, insurance, and a waterproof barrel. Guides such as Bane, Lobi, Fran, Roman, and Ben lead groups, with swimming and snorkeling time built in.

“Great experience with fantastic views! Be ready for an arm workout though. Would highly recommend if you are a fan of the water and kayaking.”

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

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

Paddle from Dubrovnik’s West Harbour with a guide such as Ivan, John, Maro, or Nina, learning basic kayak skills before circling Lokrum Island. Stop at Betina Beach, a cave-side swimming spot, for snorkeling, snacks, and a break. The two-hour trip suits beginners, though wind can make the paddle much harder.

“Ivan was a great instructor and tour guide! Definitely got our moneys worth and he made it very interesting, felt longer than 2 hours wasn’t rushed at all. Thank you!”

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4.Sunset Kayaking & Snorkeling with water &wine

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

Set out from Pile Bay with a guide such as Mike, Dom, Roman, or Marin, then paddle around Lokrum, stop at Betina Cave for swimming and snorkeling, and return as the sun sets behind Dubrovnik. Kayak gear, water, a dry barrel, snack, and wine are included. Expect a real workout, not a gentle boat ride.

“Dom and the Nikos were awesome. Great tour. Knowledgable of the city and give quick talks during breaks. Beautiful setting. And get to cliff jump and snorkel in the area of game of thrones.”

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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, Miki, or Nikola, then paddle past Dubrovnik’s walls, Villa Sheherezade, Lazareti, and Banje Beach. Both tours stop at Betina Cave for swimming and snorkeling. Choose two hours for a relaxed outing or three hours for a longer route toward Lokrum.

“Great fun, passing the walls, seeing Lokrum island followed by snorkelling in a near by cave . Definitely recommend this trip”

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6.Sunset Sea Kayaking & Snorkelling Dubrovnik

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

Paddle from Pile Bay beneath Lovrjenac Fortress and Dubrovnik’s walls, stop at Betina Beach for swimming and snorkelling, then circle Lokrum’s caves and beaches. Guides such as Ivan, Rocco, and Josh add local stories and help first-time kayakers. The outing ends with sunset views and a small bottle of Croatian wine.

“I had my tour with Rocco and it was amazing! Great tour for beginners as well, I was nervous I wouldn’t be able to keep up with the group but it was very doable and Rocco made sure we went at a good speed and take breaks.”

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7.Guided Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 123 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Meet your English-speaking guide near Pile, learn the basics, then paddle about 4 kilometers around Dubrovnik’s coast and Lokrum Island. You’ll see the Old Town from the water, stop to snorkel at Betina Cave, and return with gear, a life jacket, water, and a dry barrel included.

“We did this kayaking activity on Monday - it was excellent. Dom was our instructor - he was such a nice guy. He gave us great information about the history of Dubrovnik while we were out at sea. We stopped off at Betina Cave to swim & Snorkel, the water was crystal clear and loads of cool fish to be seen. We were given waterproof barrels to store items such as our phones/wallets, waterproof bags to put clothes/backpacks into and we also we given some water and fruit for the activity. We brought our swimming shoes with us as all beaches in Dubrovnik are pebbles/rocks and betina cave was similar.…”

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8.Sunset Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 111 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $47

Paddle from Pile Bay past Dubrovnik’s old harbor and city walls, then stop at Betina Cave for swimming and snorkeling. Guides including Mike, Dom, Tom, and Stojan share local history and kayaking tips. Choose the 2 hour, 4 km route or the 3 hour, 7 km circuit around Lokrum Island, then enjoy wine on shore.

“I really enjoy the journey. Everything is perfect. The guide Stojan and Bane are so nice, they are very professional. Besides, Luke and Eric are also helpful and kind. All of them helped us a lot during kayaking. Best service ever, I will definitely recommend you to others who want to kayak in Dubrovnik.”

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9.Afternoon Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 64 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Paddle a 5km coastal route from Pile Gate with an English-speaking guide, passing Dubrovnik’s walls and Lokrum before swimming and snorkeling at Betina Cave Beach. You’ll learn basic technique, share a double kayak, and stop for photos, including Game of Thrones locations. Michael and Tomislav are among the guides praised for their friendly help.

“This was the highlight of our time in Croatia. Our guide was fantastic and gave us plenty of time to swim in Batina Cave. It was such a fun and unique experience!”

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