Saranda Boat Tour: 5 Stops, Swimming & Snorkeling

Five coastal stops in one morning, with time to actually swim

A 5–6 hour boat tour from Saranda that visits five short stops for swimming and snorkeling at Kakome, Gremina, Soldiers Bay, Roijdhes Bay, and Turtles Cave, then anchors for three hours at Kroreza beach where sunbeds, umbrellas and restaurants are available. The boat carries snorkeling masks, a fridge with ice, and an English-speaking guide. You choose between a shared or private tour, and between a standard daytime departure or a sunset option to Kroreza.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour exploring beaches and caves

• Depart from Sarandë meeting point
• Stop at Turtles Cave for photos
• Swim and snorkel at Kakome
• Swim and snorkel at Gremina
• Swim and snorkel at Soldiers Bay
• Swim and snorkel at Roijdhes Bay
• Long stop at Kroreza beach for relaxing and dining
• Return to Sarandë meeting point

The experience

The tour departs from a meeting point in Saranda and makes five quick stops, each 15 to 25 minutes, at beaches and caves along the coast. Turtles Cave gets 10 minutes on its own. At each stop you swim and snorkel in clear water. Masks are on board, so you don't pack gear. The stops are short by design: they're meant to let you see the variety of the coast without the day becoming a series of arrivals and departures.

Kroreza is where the pace changes. The boat anchors there for roughly three hours, which is long enough to actually rest. This is the only stop with restaurants and sunbeds. The other beaches are accessible only by sea and have no facilities. You can eat, swim again, or simply sit under an umbrella. The fridge on board keeps drinks cold throughout the day, and music plays while you're anchored.

You can book this as a shared tour or a private one. A sunset option runs to Kroreza only. An English-speaking guide is on board for all departures. Life jackets are available, and the operator includes travel liability insurance. The return to Saranda happens after Kroreza, so plan for a full afternoon or evening depending on which departure you choose.

What’s included

• Snorkeling masks.
• sunbeds and umbrellas at Kroreza beach.
• fridge with ice and music on the boat.
• English-speaking guide.
• life jackets.
• travel liability insurance.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 11:30

AgesAdult (7 to 75 years) · Child (3 to 6 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Leonardo Boat Tours

Is this one for you?Book the shared tour if you want to meet other travelers and split the cost. Choose the private boat if your group wants the route to themselves. The sunset option runs to Kroreza only and skips the earlier stops, so pick the daytime tour if you want to see all five coastal spots.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 6 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly happens at each of the five short stops?

Four of the stops (Kakome, Gremina, Soldiers Bay, and Roijdhes Bay) are for swimming and snorkeling in 15–25 minute windows. Turtles Cave gets a separate 10-minute stop for photos and sightseeing. The fifth stop is Kroreza, where you stay for three hours.

Is snorkeling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling masks are included on the boat. You don't need to bring gear or pay extra for it.

What's there to do during the three-hour stop at Kroreza?

Kroreza is a sandy beach with sunbeds and umbrellas provided, plus traditional restaurants on shore. You can swim, eat, rest under an umbrella, or walk the beach. It's the only stop with facilities, so most travelers use this time to relax rather than rush.

Can I book this tour as a private boat, or is it only shared departures?

You can choose between a shared group tour or a private boat. The private option is available for both the standard daytime tour and the sunset-only version to Kroreza.

How long is the entire tour from start to finish?

The tour runs 5–6 hours total, including the three-hour beach stop at Kroreza and travel time between stops.

What's included in the price besides the boat and snorkeling masks?

The tour includes sunbeds and umbrellas at Kroreza, a fridge with ice on board, an English-speaking guide, all fees and taxes, life jackets, and travel liability insurance.