Sarandë speedboat tour: Hidden bays and swimming stops

The boat stops at five different bays and beaches, each one chosen for swimming or the light.

A private speedboat tour from Sarandë takes small groups across the Ionian Sea to hidden bays, dramatic rock formations and secluded beaches along the Albanian Riviera. The tour runs five to six hours with an English-speaking captain and includes snorkeling goggles, multiple swimming stops, and a choice of departure times: early morning, midday or golden hour. Lunch and drinks are available at Pegasus Beach Bar and Restaurant on the route.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Sarandë coast by speedboat

• Meet guide and skipper
• Enjoy rugged coastline views
• Have a drink and listen to music
• Swim at idyllic locations
• Stop at Kepi i Qefalit for photos
• Relax at Kakome beach
• Rest and drink at Krorez beach
• See white tile-like rocks and crystal water
• Visit Pegasus Beach Bar for lunch or drinks

The experience

The boat leaves from Sarandë and heads north along the rugged coastline. Your first stop is Kepi i Qefalit, where white rock formations rise straight from the water and reflect back into it so sharply the sea turns pale blue. The captain knows the best angles for photos and the safest places to swim. From there the route moves to Kakome Beach, a wider bay ringed by woods, where the water stays calm and the pace slows enough to actually rest.

Swimming and snorkeling happen at each stop: goggles are provided, and the captain picks locations based on the day's conditions and the time you booked. Krorez Beach comes next, a smaller cove where the light changes noticeably as the afternoon moves toward evening. If you choose the golden hour departure, this is where the colors deepen. A drink on the boat between stops is part of the rhythm of the day. Pegasus Beach Bar and Restaurant sits on the route and serves lunch, coffee and longer drinks if you want to add a meal. It is not mandatory, and many travelers bring their own food instead.

The captain is highly skilled and speaks English throughout. Safety and comfort are stated as the priority, and the boat is built for small groups rather than crowds. Weather can change what is possible: swimming might not happen on a rough day, though the coastal views remain. Infants travel on an adult's lap, and the moderate fitness level the operator mentions refers to climbing in and out of the boat and moving around a moving deck, not to any swimming ability required.

What’s included

• Snorkeling goggles.
• boat ride with an English-speaking captain.
• stops for swimming and snorkeling at hidden bays and beaches.
• drinks on the boat between stops.
• access to Pegasus Beach Bar and Restaurant for lunch and refreshments (ordered separately).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00, 11:30 and 15:30

Book up to1h before

GroupPrivate

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Hercules Boat Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want a small private group and the flexibility to choose your time of day: early morning for calm water, midday for bright light, or golden hour for sunset colors. The five to six hour length fits a full afternoon or morning without dominating your entire day in Sarandë.

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Top questions

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 are the five stops on the Sarandë speedboat tour?

The tour visits Kepi i Qefalit, known for dramatic white rock formations; Kakome Beach, a calm bay surrounded by woods; Krorez Beach, a smaller cove; a location with white tile-like rocks that reflect into crystal-blue water; and Pegasus Beach Bar and Restaurant, where lunch and drinks are available. The exact order and time spent at each depends on weather and your chosen departure time.

Can I swim and snorkel at every stop on this tour?

Swimming and snorkeling happen at multiple stops throughout the five to six hours, weather permitting. Snorkeling goggles are included. The captain chooses the safest and best locations based on sea conditions on the day you travel.

What time does the speedboat tour depart from Sarandë?

You can choose an early morning departure for calm water and fewer crowds, a midday option for bright light, or a golden hour departure to catch the sunset colors. The exact times depend on the season and are confirmed when you book.

Is lunch included on the Sarandë speedboat tour?

Lunch is not included in the base tour price, but Pegasus Beach Bar and Restaurant is a stop on the route where you can order food and drinks. Many travelers bring their own snacks and drinks instead.

How long does the speedboat tour last?

The tour runs five to six hours from start to finish, including all swimming stops, snorkeling time and the journey between bays.

Do I need to arrange my own transportation to the meeting point in Sarandë?

Yes, you will need to arrange your own way to the boat's meeting point. Public transportation options are available in Sarandë, and the operator will confirm the exact location when you book.