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Kolocep holidays deposit you on one of Croatia's most arresting islands, where the relaxed pace of life, the serene beaches, and the hidden ruins are just some of the highlights.

Koločep

Book a cruise getaway to the beautiful Elaphiti Island of Koločep and you can expect warm weather, quiet beaches and traditional fishing villages that transport you to another time. Cruise & Stay holidays to Croatia don’t get better than this.

A jewel off the coast of Dubrovnik

Croatia has become a popular destination over the years, with tourists flocking to the famous walled city of Dubrovnik as one of their main ports of call there. However, by boasting terracotta roofs and Medieval architecture, Koločep has much of the charm of its neighbouring city — and it’s that bit more untouched. This car-free island has a small population and, with its clean air and peaceful evenings, Koločep provides a welcome escape from the modern world.

Charming twin villages

Life on Koločep is centred around two settlements – quiet Gornje Čelo and livelier Donje Čelo, both of which have excellent beaches. The villages are clustered around small bays and are linked by walkways that cut through the centre of the island, passing smaller resort areas. Small villages aside, this island belongs to nature. The coastline of tiny coves, and rolling hills of olive groves and pine trees, make Koločep a wonderful holiday spot for nature lovers.

Exploring the sights

One of the most striking things about this unassuming little island is the surprising number of historic sites and ruins you’ll see here. Several pre-Romanesque churches can be found on Koločep, with the oldest dating back to the 9th century. The island is also home to the atmospheric Blue Cave, which you can access by boat and is a nice place to take a quick dip — just remember to bring an underwater camera if you have one.

Visiting Dubrovnik

From Donje Čelo, you can hop on a ferry and be at Dubrovnik within an hour. Walk along the historic walls, wander through the Lovrijenac fortress and take a cable car up Mount Srđ — if you get your timings right and you could watch the sun go down over the Adriatic. After that, wind your way back to the city centre for a conventional Dalmatian dinner before you hop on the last ferry back to Koločep.

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AT A GLANCE

  • Soak up the sun on Donje Celo Beach
  • Wander around the island’s Medieval ruins
  • Explore the southern coast’s secret coves
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Average monthly temperature and rainfall for Kolocep.

TEMPERATURE (°C)RAINFALL (mm)

MonthTemperatureRainfall
JAN 12.0 144.0
FEB 12.0 148.0
MAR 14.0 117.0
APR 18.0 95.0
MAY 23.0 58.0
JUN 27.0 59.0
JUL 29.0 30.0
AUG 30.0 26.0
SEP 25.0 92.0
OCT 21.0 150.0
NOV 16.0 185.0
DEC 12.0 195.0

WHEN TO GO

More than 550 kilometres separates north Croatia from the south, but the climate is surprisingly uniform across the country. Along the coast, you can expect a Mediterranean climate made up of long hot summers and mild winters. The best time to take a holiday here is between early June and late September. At this time of year, temperatures on the coast and around the islands range from the mid-twenties to the low thirties. When it comes to rainfall, you can expect no more than 3 to 6 showery days a month.

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  • Dubrovnik Carnival

    The city of Dubrovnik takes a leaf out of Venice’s book with a spellbinding 5-week carnival when the streets come alive with…

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  • Snorkel in Donje Celo bay

    Tucked into Donje Celo’s wide bay is a curl of pale sand and pebble, washed by the invigorating waters of the Adriatic. It’s…

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  • Konoba Stari Miri

    Kolocep’s residents unwind at the day’s end with a Karlovacka beer or a glass of Posip wine at this rustic local konoba,or…

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  • Splash the cash in Dubrovnik’s old town

    Retail ramblings in Donje Celo are limited to a mini-market, a small gift shop selling typical souvenirs like Croatian dolls,…

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  • Criss-cross the island on foot

    Kolocep is a natural wonderland that can be explored entirely by foot. Follow the paths between Gornje Celo and Donje Celo…

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