Sail the crystalline waters of the Elaphiti archipelago aboard a crewed private yacht, anchoring at deserted coves and the lush islands of Šipan and Lopud for a gourmet seafood lunch ashore.
What to expect
A sleek sailing yacht departs Dubrovnik's Gruž harbour and catches the Adriatic breeze south-west toward the Elaphiti Islands. The captain drops anchor in a turquoise cove off Koločep for a morning swim before sailing to Lopud, where a reserved table awaits at a harbourside konoba renowned for black-risotto and grilled catch of the day. The afternoon is yours to walk Lopud's car-free lanes before an easy sail back with prosecco on the foredeck. The Croatian coastline from the water is simply incomparable.
Good to know
Departure from Gruž port, a short taxi from the cruise terminal. Full-day charters (8 hrs) fit comfortably within a typical port day. Confirm all-aboard time with the operator and build in a 90-min buffer. Book at least 4–6 weeks ahead in peak season (June–August).