Sea Kayaking Tours in Dubrovnik: the 13 Best to Book

1.Dubrovnik: 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, stop for swimming and snorkelling at Betina Cave, then continue toward Lokrum. English-speaking guides such as Ivan, Tommy, Barba, and Roko share local stories. Morning, afternoon, and sunset departures are available, with a safety boat nearby.

“Great activity to do. Our guide Ivan was brilliant, very knowledgeable. You get a great view of the old town and lokrum island.”

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2.Dubrovnik: Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour

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

Meet Dubrovnik Walks by the orange umbrella near Pile Gate, then paddle along Dubrovnik’s walls toward Lokrum and Betina Cave. Guides such as Bane, Lobi, Fran, Roman, and Ben lead the outing, provide kayaks, masks, water, and dry storage, and keep the route suitable for first-timers. Expect wet feet, rocky beaches, and a real arm workout.

“It is tough but worth it. Bane and Fran take care of your every need. Beautiful experience. Time to swim and enjoy the sunset too.”

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3.X-Adventure Sea Kayaking Half Day Tour in Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,316 reviews · from $35Best value

Set out from Ul. od Tabakarije 1 for a guided sea-kayak trip along Dubrovnik’s walls and Lokrum Island. Guides such as Nemo, Andro, Ed, and Marin combine basic instruction with local stories. You’ll stop at Betina Cave for swimming and snorkeling, with equipment and bottled water included.

“We did the 8:45 kayak on 17/07. Unfortunately we cannot remember our guides name but he was amazing and the excursion was fantastic. Our guide was informative and gave us time to swim at the caves. We can highly recommend this company”

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4.Sunset Sea Kayaking and Wine Dubrovnik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 949 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54

Join guides such as Marco, Nemo, Eddie, or Joseph for roughly eight kilometres of sea kayaking beside Dubrovnik’s walls and around Lokrum Island. Expect swimming, snorkeling, optional cliff jumping, cave time, city stories, and wine at sunset. Bring water shoes, dry clothes, a towel, and a waterproof phone case.

“Do this tour! Book it immediately! It rocks. You won't be disappointed. We kayaked to an amazing beach where we swam with a million fish then kayaked the whole way round Lokrum island before chilling out with our wine to watch the sunset. Marco our guide was awesome, really interesting facts and stories about Dubrovnik. The whole trip was just so good.”

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

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

Paddle from Dubrovnik’s West Harbour past Lovrjenac Fort and the city walls, circle Lokrum Island, then swim and snorkel at Betina beach. Guides such as Ivan, John, Maro, and Nina provide beginner instruction, safety help, local stories, equipment, water, snacks, and dry bags. The two-hour trip suits active families and first-time kayakers.

“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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6.Dubrovnik: Sea Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 657 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Paddle from Pile Bay around Lokrum, without stopping on the island, then swim and snorkel at sea-access Betina Cave. An English-speaking guide such as Dom, Mike, or Bane leads the 4-kilometer route, gives safety and technique tips, and shares Dubrovnik history. Double kayaks, water, insurance, and waterproof storage are included.

“Stephen was very good and Ivan very helpful with the kayaks all you have to do is carry the oars. Great fun and beautiful way to see the old city”

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7.Dubrovnik: Sea Kayaking Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 531 reviews · from $35

Paddle about 8 km from Pile Bay toward Lokrum and Betina Cave, then swim, snorkel, or cliff jump before returning beneath Dubrovnik’s walls. English-speaking guides such as Edin, Nemo, Barba, and Andro explain the city and island legends. The route suits beginners, but expect sun, effort, and wet shoes.

“We loved our tour guide Eddie, very talkative and put our safety firsts we had a brilliant history overview which we were not expecting. The water bottles were very much appreciated!”

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8.Dubrovnik: 2- or 3-Hour Morning Sea Kayaking & Snorkel Tour

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

Start at Pile Bay and kayak past Dubrovnik’s walls, Banje Beach, Lazareti, and Villa Sheherezade. The 2-hour trip includes a 30-minute Betina Cave swim and snorkel stop. Choose 3 hours to paddle farther toward or around Lokrum. Guides such as Tom, Nikola, and Mike keep beginners moving safely.

“Tommy and Micky were great in making us comfortable and guiding through every step, though we were novices , but felt very confident and comfortable with their presence , support and guidance. great guides. Activity overall is of great value.”

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9.Adventure Dalmatia – Sunset Sea Kayaking & Snorkelling Dubrovnik

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

Meet your guide at Pile Bay for a calm-water kayak outing beneath Dubrovnik’s walls. You’ll stop at Betina Beach to swim and snorkel, hear stories of Lokrum, then paddle back at sunset. Guides including Ivan, Rocco, Josh, and Carla lead the route. Equipment, water, insurance, and wine are included.

“The sunset is beautiful and unforgettable. Our guide is knowledgeable and helpful. It’s a really pleasant experience”

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10.Dubrovnik: Guided Sunset Sea Kayaking Tour with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 333 reviews · 3 hours · from $47

Set out from Pile Gate in a double kayak with guides such as Tom, Mickey, Michael, or Drazen. Paddle 7.5 kilometers past Dubrovnik’s walls, stop to swim and snorkel at Betina Cave, pass Lokrum, and watch sunset with wine. No experience is needed, but you should be comfortable with several hours on the water.

“Great tour guide, nice temperature, option for easy route for slower people in group, amazing view of the sunset. Brief bit of history whilst going around the old tour was a nice touch and a good amount of wine at the end of the trip! They offered snorkeling equipment at the stop too. all round lovely afternoon!”

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11.Elafiti Islands Sea kayaking: Full-Day Bike and Kayak tour on Lopud and Šipan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 236 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $95

Paddle from Lopud to Šipan with guides such as Karlo, Zvone, or Ivor, then cycle about 6 to 10 kilometers past churches, villas, vineyards, and olive trees. Expect clear water, island views, a seaside meal stop, and a real workout. Kayaks, bikes, instruction, and dry bags are included.

“Signed up last minute and so glad we did. We had a fantastic time and Zvonimir was a young but enthusiastc guide. After an hour ferry to Lopud, we jumped in the kayaks to head to Sipan where we picked up the bikes. Note that because of the return ferry schedule this is actually a 10 hour trip. Because of this, the cruise boat people had to drop out and we had essentially a private tour which was great. We bought food at a market in Lopud for a picnic at a beautiful park in Sipanska Luka, rather than eat at a restaurant, which was cheaper and preferred so we…”

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12.Dubrovnik: Sunset Sea Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 200 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $47

Meet at Pile Bay and paddle along Dubrovnik’s walls, around Lokrum, and to Betina Cave for a swim and snorkel. English-speaking guides such as Dom, Bane, Eric, and Roman lead the route, share local stories, and pair solo visitors in double kayaks. Expect 4 to 7 km of paddling, depending on the tour length, followed by wine.

“So fun! The guides for my tour were very nice and gave us options for how best our group would like to enjoy the tour. We had a great time on the way back where the lead guide played music as we paddled into the sunset. Wine after the kayaking was a great time to connect with the people that you met in the boats. Recommend!”

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13.Dubrovnik: Guided Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling Tour

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

Paddle about 4 kilometers from Pile Bay toward Lokrum Island and Betina Cave with an English-speaking guide such as Mike, Dom, or Bane. You’ll see Dubrovnik’s walls from the water, snorkel among fish, and return by kayak. Basic kayaking skills are welcome, but moderate fitness and swimming ability are required.

“The tour is cool, because you can do something different besides boating. I just thought it was bad because I had read good comments about the guide and when it was my turn of my activity I was a little upset about issues like: he was impatient, always saying that we were wrong, and I'm not an athlete, which would be normal. He told us to come back without haste and enjoy the view, but he was too fast and the sea was a little rough and we were "left" behind. I think there was a lack of care and patience. The view it’s beautiful during the tour.”

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