Private Tour

Private tour to the island of Mljet and Odysseus cave

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

The island of Mljet is familiar as the most forested Adriatic island, and one of the oldest National park in Croatia. Visit Small and Large lake, coral cay and learn about flora and fauna of the park. In the middle of the Large lake you will see a small island, named St. Mary's Island, is a popular attraction and can be reached by boat.

Aside from the natural beauty of the national park, Mljet also has a rich cultural and historical heritage. The island has been inhabited since ancient times, and you can explore the remains of a Roman palace.

The local cuisine of Mljet is also worth trying, with fresh seafood and local produce being the highlight of many dishes. Don't miss the opportunity to try traditional Dalmatian dishes such as octopus salad, black risotto, and grilled fish.

Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, or an adventure-filled holiday exploring the island's history and culture, Mljet offers something for everyone.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Floaties

Towels

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Drinks on board (water, beer, wine, soft drinks,..)

Skipper

Fuel surcharge

Lunch

National park entrance ticket

SUP paddle board (optional = 20€)

GO PRO camera (optional = 20€)

Drone filming (optional = 50€)

Fruit cup (optional = 5 €)

Licenced tour guide (optional = 170 €)

Bottle of sparkling wine (optional = 20€)

What To Expect

Mljet National Park

Mljet National Park is a stunning natural reserve located on the island of Mljet, Croatia. It was established in 1960 and is one of Croatia's oldest national parks. The park covers a significant portion of the island, preserving its unique and diverse ecosystems, including lush vegetation, pristine forests, and two saltwater lakes.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Included

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private tour to the island of Mljet and Odysseus cave

Reviews

5.00

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Lovely family experience
willwo01,
May 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had an amazing family trip to Mjlet, 2 adults, an eleven and fourteen year old. We skipped the Odysseus cave swim due to the weather (can’t be helped). On the way back we took Paolo up on the recommendation for lunch and then stopped by on an island where Paolo was born. Certainly recommend if you want a private tour.
A great trip on a blustery day!
KrisLM,
May 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Paolo was a great captain on a blustery day! He is proud of Mljet and his home island of Sipan. He arranged a fabulous lunch at Ante’s with fresh fish caught that morning, and picked us up on the other side of the island when the wind picked up! Very thoughtful!
Top, I recommend
mariam y,
Jul 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Hello. Very nice experience with Jiji .I highly recommend .very nice view , friendly atmosphere .thank you very much
Awesome experience
Amy K,
Aug 21, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
A beautiful day--my favorite of our five days in Croatia--on the water by boat and swimming, with a quick dip at the Blue Cave at the Elaphiti Islands and then on to multiple points in Mljet Island, including stunning Mljet National Park (for hiking) and swimming in the Odysseus Cave of lore. (Note--because boats can't get super close to the caves given all the swimmers who are coming in and out, you do have a swim just a little bit of a distance, which was not challenging for me as a strong swimmer, but may be for others. Talk to the tour operator about floatation devices that may be available if you need assistance!) Our excellent Captain Paulo put together a great itinerary, which also including a stop by the Island where he was born. Provided some great information on the sites and the area at well-timed intervals--and made sure we were always hydrated! He recommended a spot on Mljet for a late afternoon lunch--the beautiful family-owned Ante's that grows hundreds of a varieties of delicious tomatoes (fish and vegetables also delicious--unfortunately couldn't order much of menu it's traditional bell cooking that needs 2 hours advanced ordering ... ). We did have some weather, and Paulo expertly navigated some choppy waters. Note: Be sure to talk to the tour operator in advance about the best times to go out with regard to time of day and weather if you have back issues, etc. Based on a recommendation by the tour operator about weather conditions, we postponed our trip by a day. In advance (advanced communication was good) ... Paulo also recommended we leave early in the a.m. on our tour day, which can be helpful. All in all--a fantastic day.
Amazing full-day boat trip
IvelinaZapreva,
Aug 13, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great full-day trip with excellent skipper who shared with us some history, but also gave us recommendations for diving, jumping and eating! Experienced some windy weather that felt as funny adventure with our boat guy Paulo. Overall a super day on a bout around Dubrovnik!
Amazing experience!
U3431BC ,
Aug 12, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We went to the island of Mljet for a day with Cpt. Paolo. It was great day with beautiful weather and views. The boat was new and very fast. Paolo took very good care of us. He was very funny, well mannered and easygoing. He grew up on an island near Dubrovnik, so he had a lot of interesting stories and showed us places only locals know about. If you could have the time it is well worth it to go on the tour.