Koločep

Koločep (also known as Kalamota) is a small inhabited island in the Elaphiti archipelago off the Dalmatian coast near Dubrovnik. It is characterised by pine-covered hills, pebble beaches and two traditional settlements.

The island’s main settlements are a higher inland village and a lower coastal village, both connected by footpaths and small harbours used by local fishermen and visiting boats. Tourism is low-key, focused on swimming, walking and short boat trips.

Koločep lies within Dubrovnik-Neretva County and is one of the closest Elaphiti islands to Dubrovnik, reachable by regular passenger boats from the city. The island is car-free and lending itself to pedestrian exploration.

• Car-free island and ferry access: The island is car-free and served by regular ferry and boat links to Dubrovnik, making it a short-day-trip destination from the city for swimming and walking.

What to See #

• Gornje Čelo and Donje Čelo: Two main villages on the island-an upper settlement and a lower coastal settlement-connected by footpaths; both retain traditional stone houses and small harbours for local boats.
• Beaches and bays: Small coastal bays and pebble beaches framed by pine forest and rocky promontories that form the island's primary swimming and landing spots.