Discover the Elaphiti Islands: Dubrovnik’s Pristine Archipelago Just a short, high-speed cruise from the port of Dubrovnik lies the Elaphiti Islands—a chain of 13 emerald gems scattered across the deep blue Adriatic. Only three of these islands are inhabited, offering a rare glimpse into a Mediterranean lifestyle that has remained unchanged for centuries.

Koločep (Kalamota): The Island of Caves The closest island to the city and a diver’s paradise. Known for its dramatic limestone cliffs and hidden grottos, Koločep is home to the famous Blue Cave and the Three Green Caves. It is a car-free sanctuary where the air is thick with the scent of pine and wild herbs.

Lopud: The Island of Sun Often called the most beautiful of the Elaphiti, Lopud is famous for Šunj Beach, one of the only natural sandy bays in Croatia. Beyond the water, you’ll find 15th-century monasteries, lush botanical gardens, and elegant villas built by Dubrovnik's sea captains during the Golden Age.

Šipan: The Island of Aristocrats The largest and most tranquil of the three. This is where the Dubrovnik nobility built their summer estates to escape the heat. It is an island of olive groves, vineyards, and the quiet ports of Suđurađ and Šipanska Luka. It is the perfect place to dock your Atlantic 750 for a sophisticated lunch or a walk through history.