Semi-Private Small Group Boat Tour with Niki
Elaphiti Islands Authentic Local Experience
Exclusive Tour
Small Group Size
Local Guide, Local Secrets
Unique Itinerary
All inclusive
Visit my Grandma's House
No crowds
Tour Description
Join me, Niki, on an unforgettable adventure 🚤 as we explore the stunning Elaphiti Islands on my semi-private, all-inclusive small group boat tour.
As a local guide 🗺️, I'll ensure you experience the best of the islands, far from the crowds and tourist traps.
With a maximum of 12 guests on our spacious boat that accommodates 30, you'll have plenty of personal space 🏖️ and privacy to soak up the serene atmosphere as we discover hidden gems 💎 together.
Our full-day tour is packed with a variety of water-based 💦 and island-based 🏝️ activities, striking the perfect balance for an authentic island experience.
We'll explore a secret cave 🕳️, snorkel in crystal-clear waters 🐠, and relax on private beaches that are only accessible by boat.
Enjoy the best local food 🍽️ right on the boat, prepared by our experienced captain Marko, who doubles as a talented chef and grill master 🔥.
We'll also visit my grandma's house 🏡 on the island, where you'll sip on refreshing mojitos 🍹 and learn about island life firsthand.
With each tour tailored to fit the weather ☀️ and seasonal conditions, you can be sure that your experience will be truly unique and personalized.
Join me on this incredible journey, and let's create lasting memories 📸 and immerse ourselves in the authentic island experience. 🌴
Tour Details
Tour Type: Semi-Private, All Inclusive Small Group Boat Tour with Local Guide
Group Size: Maximum of 12 guests on a boat that accommodates 30
Meeting Location: Gruz Marketplace, across the road
Start Time: 09:00
Duration: 8-9 hours
Tour Inclusions
- Full day boat tour with fuel
- Local guide (Niki)
- Captain (Marko)
- Open bar
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Snorkeling and beach gear
- Fresh seafood tasting on the boat
- Mojitos at my grandma's house
- Olive oil and island products tasting
Tour Highlights
Authentic Local Experience
With a local tour guide, Niki, this tour ensures a one-of-a-kind, authentic island experience, away from the crowds and tourist traps.
Small Group Size
With a maximum of 12 guests on a boat that accommodates 30, this semi-private tour guarantees personal space, privacy, and a more intimate experience throughout the day.
Exclusive Destinations
The tour includes visits to private beaches, a secret cave, and undiscovered locations that are off the beaten path, ensuring a unique and memorable adventure.
All-Inclusive
The tour price covers a full day boat trip, fuel, a local guide, a captain, unlimited drinks, snacks, lunch, and snorkeling/beach gear, making it a worry-free experience.
Wide Range of Activities
The tour offers a perfect balance between water-based and island-based activities, including snorkeling, secret cave exploration, boat lunch, going to Niki's place and island products tasting.
Local Flavors
Enjoy lunch on the boat, unlimited drinks, and island product tasting, including a visit to Niki's grandma's house for mojitos, providing an authentic taste of island life.
Personalized Experience
I tailor each tour to fit the weather and seasonal conditions, ensuring a truly unique and personalized experience for every guest.
How is this different than all the other 3 island tours?
This is not the "3 island cruise".
Elaphiti Islands group boat tours are dominated by a few big businesses.
They all run the same itinerary - 3 islands cruise, Kolocep, Lopud, Sipan with the addition of Blue Cave.
Those places get crowded which is a shame considering the diversity of the Elaphiti Islands.
This tour is based on my private tour which had an amazing success.
The idea is that I show you the secret parts of the Elaphiti while avoiding crowds
We don't go where everybody goes. We have our own unique itinerary and style.
With my local insights, good timing and Marko's captain skills you will feel a high level of privacy while experiencing the best of Elaphiti Islands.
Tour Guide - Niki
About me
Hi I’m Niki. I’m a 33-year-old local guy from Sipan Island.
I’m the business owner, creator of this tour and a guide. I enjoy being a host and taking people on a tour of my homeland.
Social Skills
I am easy to get along with and friendly. I view you as a group of friends who I take out on a boat trip.
I am communicative by nature but I know when to respect your privacy.
High Level of Service
I am easy-going and friendly, yet at the same time highly professional. I am committed to providing you with a high level of service.
I ensure everyone’s safety and look after kids and elderly.
Knowledge
Elaphiti islands are rich in culture and specific in the way of life. I enjoy sharing my knowledge of this region, in both cultural and geographical sense. I'll take you to my secret places which are unknown to tourists.
Tourism Experience
Over the years, I've hosted a wide range of groups, including romantic couples, hen and college parties, company team buildings, families with children, people with disabilities, teenagers, elderly, and even nudist groups. Each tour has left guests with a unique story to tell.
Business Goal
My goal is to offer you an authentic island experience.
Secret Cave
This is not the Blue Cave on Kolocep island. That one is overcrowded and I consider it a tourist trap.
The cave I’m taking you to is undiscovered, bigger and visually more attractive than Blue Cave.
The cave opening is narrow and almost submerged. We'll jump off the boat and snorkel into it. I will get in first and help you.
The seafloor is white sand which is illuminated in teal color by the light coming in from the entrance. The inside of the cave is big enough for 15 people and is not claustrophobic.
Private Beaches
Visit secret beaches that can be only be accessed off the boat. These places are unknown to average skippers. They are hidden from plain sight.
Most of these beaches have pine trees to hide from the sun. The water is shallow and clear. These are great swimming and snorkeling spots.
I'll put the necessities (towels, beer, phones, sunglasses..) in a floating dry bag and take it to the beach. Once you're there you can enjoy privacy, lay in the pine tree shade or go snorkeling.
This is great opportunity for you to relax with your loved ones in peace.
I can also move the boat around the corner so you can enjoy absolute privacy.
Cliff jumping
There are a few very good cliff jumping spots I can take you to.
In order to get to them, we'll have to climb some rocks. Nothing spectacular, but you'll have to be somewhat fit in order to do it. I'll be there with you to show you how to do it safely.
In case you're a family with children I can take you to family friendly safer spots from which I used to jump when I was a kid :)
Fresh seafood tasting on the boat
I will do some free diving and catch us some local delicacies. I will give you a presentation about it on the boat and then we will eat it.
Very unique, local experience.
Snorkeling
I will take you to my favorite snorkeling spot. I've been vising this place since I was a child.
I can tell you all about the sea organisms which live there.
It is a natural habitat for various small fish which live there. The rocky sea floor acts as a hiding place from bigger fish.
A small moray eel lives in one of the holes and you can occasionally see her resting on the sea floor.
Visit my my grandma's house
Visit my grandparent's house and relax on the terrace. The terrace has the best sea view and it is covered in thick natural shade. There's also my grandfather's woodworking shop you can check out.
You can walk around the house and check the gardens. Depending on the season, you can pick the fruit which grows there.
We will sit in the shade, enjoy the view, grab a drink and I can tell you all about my culture and what it is like to live on the island.
Mojitos at my Terrace
I used to work as a bartender and mojito is my favorite drink. I think I make really good ones but I need your opinion. :)
Btw, I grow my own mint specifically for this purpose.
I will make you a mojito, give an , tell you about the island and then you can continue chilling on the terrace, go for a swim or continue with the tour.
Olive Oil Presentation
Sipan Island is the largest of the Elafiti Islands. It has been center of olive oil production in Dubrovnik's history.
I have an olive grove and make my own olive oil. I make it using traditional method so it's taste is very mellow, without bitter aftertaste.
Once we're at my place I will give you a presentation about the oil and then you can have a Sipan Island olive oil tasting.
