Hidden Caves Dubrovnik Private Yacht

Top 5 Hidden Caves You Can Only Visit by Yacht in Dubrovnik

Because some places refuse to be found by foot.

They wait quietly behind cliffs, past the noise and beyond the reach of crowded beaches and tour buses. These places don’t advertise themselves. They’re whispered about by locals, protected by nature and loved by the few who take the sea route.

In Dubrovnik, the best-kept secrets lie not in the city but just offshore, in hidden coves only accessible by boat and the only way to truly reach them? A private yacht tour with someone who knows the coast by heart.

Here are five of the most beautiful, untouched spots you can only reach by yacht and what makes each one worth the journey.

1. Šunj Bay – Lopud Island secret side 

Most visitors know Lopud for its famous sandy beach but those who explore by yacht know there’s more than what meets the eye.

Šunj Bay, on the island’s southern curve, is a quiet crescent of turquoise shallows surrounded by thick pine forest. It’s impossible to reach by car and tricky by foot, but from the sea? It’s a straight shot into serenity.

There are no vendors, no shouting and even no stress. Just water, that's so clear it looks like glass and sand soft enough to fall asleep on.

Book your private Dubrovnik boat tour and ask to cruise around Lopud’s southern edge. This one’s for barefoot hours and silent swims.

2. Blue Cave – Koločep’s Secret Chamber

Yes, there’s a famous Blue Cave near Biševo but Koločep’s own version is lesser known and arguably more magical.

Accessible only by small private boats, this natural cave glows with blue light during midday when the sun hits the opening at just the right angle. You’ll get to anchor outside, slip into the water and swim into the glowing mouth of stone.

It’s not just beautiful. It’s surreal.

Bring goggles and a quiet heart. Inside, it’s just you, the water and the quiet echo of waves against stone.

You can include the Blue Cave as part of your custom Garitransfer private boat experience.

3. Marčuleti Cove – Hidden Haven of Šipan

Šipan is the largest of the Elaphiti Islands, but it hides its best corners far from the ferry routes.

Marčuleti Cove, tucked away on the western tip, is one such gem. This inlet is a favorite among local skippers and rarely sees outsiders. It’s calm, shaded and perfect for a long lunch or lazy swim.

There’s no dock here. 
You anchor. You float. 
You stay until the sun shifts.

Some Garitransfer guests bring picnic baskets, others ask for a chilled bottle of white onboard. All leave feeling like they discovered a secret part of Croatia most people miss.

Learn how to personalize your yacht experience with Garitransfer so you can reach spots like this.

4. Green Lagoon – Hidden Between Two Islands

There’s a narrow stretch of sea between Jakljan and Šipan where the water turns emerald. Locals call it the Green Lagoon, and from above, it looks like something from a fantasy novel.

This is not a tourist spot. It’s not on the map, maybe because there are no bars or chairs. Just water, limestone, trees and you.

It’s ideal for snorkeling, paddle boarding or just drifting.

Because the lagoon sits between two islands, it’s protected from wind and waves. That makes it one of the calmest and clearest spots on the coast.

Most group tours pass this by. But with a private boat from Dubrovnik, you can linger.


5. Hidden Beach – Under the Cliffs of Lokrum

Everyone sees Lokrum from the shore. Fewer go there, even fewer know what hides beneath its southeastern cliffs.

Tucked beneath tall stone faces and reachable only by small boat is a tiny beach locals call Zelena Plaža (Green Beach).

It’s unnamed on most tourist maps. If you’re lucky, you’ll have it to yourself.

The cliffs offer full shade by late afternoon, and the water feels especially cold and clean here.
This spot is perfect after a hot morning in the city. It’s less than 15 minutes from the harbor, but it feels like another world.

 Plan your half-day yacht tour in Dubrovnik to include a detour here before sunset.

Why do these coves stay hidden and why does that matter ?

They’re not hidden because they’re closed off. 
They’re hidden because they’re protected. Nature doesn’t rush here and neither should you.

Getting to these places means choosing differently. 
Choosing a route that’s slower. 
A boat that’s smaller. 
A guide that’s local.

That’s why Garitransfer only offers private, custom boat tours because some places don’t belong in big brochures. They belong in quiet stories and salt-kissed skin.

Explore more options for personalized tours from Dubrovnik or check out why locals prefer private tours.

Are you ready to Explore the Sea Differently?

Your hidden cove is waiting. Your towel. Your quiet swim. Your moment where no one needs anything from you.

All you have to do is ask.
All you have to do is step on board.

Reach out now via WhatsApp on +385916001201 or the Contact Page to start your escape.

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