Saranda boat tour: 6 bays and snorkeling with 3 hours at Kroreza

The longest stop is where you actually relax: three hours on Kroreza's turquoise water instead of rushing between photo spots.

A 5-hour boat tour from Saranda visits six hidden bays and beaches along the Albanian Ionian coast, with snorkeling masks and life jackets provided at each stop. You spend around 20 minutes at five smaller coves (Kakome, Gremina, Turtle's Cave, Rrojdhe, and Soldiers Bay), then anchor for three and a half hours at Kroreza Beach, where a restaurant serves meals and drinks. The guide speaks English and leads the tour. Children from age 8 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour to hidden bays and beaches

• Depart from Saranda
• Visit Kakome for photos and relaxation
• Swim and snorkel at Gremina cove
• Explore Turtle’s Cave and spot turtles
• Snorkel at Rrojdhe marine spot
• Swim at Soldiers Bay
• Enjoy extended stop at Kroreza Beach
• Relax, swim, and dine at Kroreza
• Return to Saranda

The experience

What makes this tour different is the time math: instead of hitting six stops in a blur, you get a real afternoon at Kroreza. The boat leaves Saranda and works its way along the coast, stopping for roughly 20 minutes at each of the first five bays: Kakome for its calm, photo-ready water; Gremina's deep blue cove; Turtle's Cave, where the underwater formations sometimes draw sea turtles; Rrojdhe, where the marine life rewards a snorkel; and Soldiers Bay, a quiet final swim before the return. At each one, snorkeling masks are there if you want them, and the water is clear enough that you can see what you're looking at.

Kroreza is where the day shifts. Three and a half hours gives you time to actually rest instead of chase the next photo. The beach has umbrellas and sunbeds set up, a restaurant on the sand serves food and drinks, and the water stays that turquoise the whole time. Bring your own snacks if you want them (one small drink is included), and you can float, eat, read, or snorkel the reef without watching the clock. The boat waits. You don't.

The tour runs five hours total and includes life jackets, snorkeling masks, a cooler with ice, an umbrella with sunbed at Kroreza, and the entrance fees. The guide speaks English and will point out what's worth seeing. Public transport gets you to the departure point in Saranda, and the boat is set up for swimmers and snorkelers of all levels. Just note that children must be at least 8 years old to join.

What’s included

• Life jackets and snorkeling masks at every stop.
• entrance fees and government fees.
• a cooler with ice and one small refreshing drink.
• an umbrella with sunbed at Kroreza Beach.
• fuel surcharge.

Before you book

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

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (10 to 55 years) · Child (8 to 9 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 35

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 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Kristi 21 Boat Trip

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so you follow the commentary without translation. Book this tour if you want a real afternoon to rest and swim in one place instead of moving between six stops in quick succession: Kroreza's three-and-a-half-hour anchor is built for that.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 9 years). Children under 8 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 the difference between the five quick stops and Kroreza?

The first five bays (Kakome, Gremina, Turtle's Cave, Rrojdhe, and Soldiers Bay) each get around 20 minutes for a swim or snorkel. Kroreza, the final stop, is where the boat stays for three and a half hours, so you can rest on the beach, eat at the restaurant, or spend real time in the water without rushing back to the boat.

Do I need to bring my own snorkel gear?

Snorkeling masks are provided on the tour at every stop, so you don't need to pack your own. Bring your own snacks and drinks if you want extras beyond the one included drink. The restaurant at Kroreza also serves meals and refreshments.

Is there shade and a place to eat at Kroreza?

Yes. Kroreza has umbrellas and sunbeds set up on the beach, and a local restaurant operates right there where you can order food and drinks during your three-and-a-half-hour stop.

How does the guide communicate on the tour?

The guide speaks English throughout the tour and leads the group, pointing out the coves, caves, and marine life at each stop.

What's included in the tour price?

Life jackets, snorkeling masks, entrance fees, a cooler with ice, one small drink, an umbrella with sunbed at Kroreza, and the fuel surcharge are all included. Meals at Kroreza's restaurant are not included and can be ordered separately.