Saranda Boat Tour: Hidden Beaches & Sea Caves

Six coastal caves and bays in one morning, by boat from Saranda

You board a boat in Saranda and visit six coastal caves and bays (Turtle Cave, Anchor Cave, Cape of Qefali, Kakome Bay, Kroreza Bay, and Soldier Bay) with swimming stops at each. You choose between a slower pace with two hours at Kroreza Bay or a speedboat with three hours there. Life jackets, a local captain, and lunch options are included. Arrive early. Parking is limited.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore hidden beaches and sea caves

• Stop at Turtle Cave
• Explore Anchor Cave
• Swim at Cape of Qefali
• Visit Kakome Bay for swimming
• Relax and have lunch at Kroreza Bay
• Final swim at Soldier Bay

The experience

"You come here in summer, the beaches are full of people," the captain said as we pushed off from the dock in Saranda. "But where we go, nobody walks." That's the whole point of this boat tour along the Albanian Riviera. The places you reach are only accessible by water, which means Turtle Cave, Anchor Cave, Cape of Qefali, Kakome Bay, Kroreza Bay, and Soldier Bay stay quiet even when the coast gets crowded. The boat leaves from Saranda's harbor, and you pick between a slow boat experience or a speedboat depending on how you want to move through the day.

The route hits six stops, each one a different kind of coastal landscape. Turtle Cave comes first: rock formations and turquoise water so clear you can see the bottom, good for photos and a quick look around. Then Anchor Cave, another natural formation cut into the cliff, then a swim stop at Cape of Qefali where the water is cold and the cliffs rise straight up behind you. Kakome Bay is quieter, one of the least touched bays on the Riviera, and the kind of place where you notice how few boats are there. Kroreza Bay is the long stop (two hours if you take the slow boat, three hours on the speedboat), and it's where most people swim properly or eat lunch at the seaside restaurant tucked under the cliffs. On the way back, Soldier Bay is the last swim, another hidden spot with clear water and room to breathe.

The boat carries a professional local captain who knows the water and the timing. Life jackets and safety gear are on board. Music plays while you cruise between stops. Fuel is included, so there's no surprise at the end. The whole thing moves at a pace that lets you actually sit in the water and look around instead of just checking boxes, which is why the slow boat experience exists at all. If you're the type who wants to move faster, the speedboat gets you the same six stops but with less time floating in each bay.

Show up fifteen minutes early at the meeting point near the harbor. Parking is tight in summer, so walking if you can is smarter than hunting for a space. The boat leaves on time, and late arrivals miss the departure.

What’s included

Your tour includes a professional local captain, life jackets and safety equipment for all passengers, music on board during the cruise, swimming stops at Turtle Cave, Anchor Cave, Cape of Qefali, Kakome Bay, Kroreza Bay, and Soldier Bay, and all fuel costs. A seaside restaurant operates at Kroreza Bay if you want to order lunch during your extended time there.

Options for this experience

2 options

Slow Boat ExperienceGuide in English · Available from 1 Jun 2027Spend a full day on a boat trip, with time to swim, explore and unwind at Kroreza Bay. The tour lasts 6 hours.

Speedboat ExperienceGuide in English · Available from 1 Jun 2027Spend a full day on a boat trip, with time to swim, explore and unwind at Kroreza Bay. The tour lasts 6 hours.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Jun 2027

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (10 to 59 years) · Youth (4 to 9 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

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.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Calypso Boat Albania

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the quietest parts of the Albanian Riviera without arranging your own boat or navigating between six different beaches. The captain knows the route and the timing, which is what keeps the day moving and the water to yourself.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (4 to 9 years). Children under 4 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's included in the price?

The tour includes a professional local captain, life jackets and safety equipment, music on board, swimming stops at all six locations, and fuel costs. Lunch at Kroreza Bay is available but may be separate.

What's the difference between the slow boat and speedboat?

Both visit the same six stops. The slow boat spends 2 hours at Kroreza Bay. The speedboat spends 3 hours there. The speedboat moves faster between locations.

Is the water cold?

The water is described as crystal-clear and turquoise. Bring a wetsuit or be prepared for cool Ionian Sea temperatures, especially in shoulder seasons.

Can I eat lunch on the boat?

There is a seaside restaurant at Kroreza Bay where you can order lunch during your time there. Food is not included in the tour price.

What should I bring?

Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and water. Arrive 15 minutes early. Life jackets are provided.

Is this tour suitable for people with sea sickness?

The tour is not recommended for travelers prone to sea sickness. The boat moves between six stops, and conditions vary depending on weather and sea state.