Snorkeling in Saranda: 6 stops with boat, guide & drink

Jump into the sea at six hidden beaches and caves, then rest on quiet sand between swims.

A 5.5-hour boat tour from Saranda that stops at six swimming and snorkeling spots (Krorza, Kakome Bay, Cefal', Turtle Cave, Roide Bay and Soldier Beach) with a live English guide, snorkeling equipment, life jacket and one free drink. The crew handles the route and timing. You choose when to swim, snorkel or stay on deck. Bottled water and a cooler are included. Bring your own lunch if you plan to eat during the tour.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour with swimming and relaxation

• Stop at Krorezë Beach for swimming
• Visit Kakome Bay for swimming and photos
• Relax and swim at Soldier Beach

The experience

You board a boat in Saranda and spend the morning and early afternoon moving between six stops along the coast, each one reachable only by water. Krorza Beach, a 3-hour stop, is the longest: soft white sand, clear turquoise water and small beach bars make it the highlight for most travelers. The crew anchors at each site and you decide how long to stay in the water. Snorkeling gear and a life jacket are ready whenever you want them.

The other five stops are shorter. Kakome Bay sits in a quiet cove surrounded by green hills, with calm water ideal for a quick swim. Soldier Beach is a small, uncrowded stretch where you can rest on the shore between swims. Turtle Cave and Roide Bay offer different water conditions and views. Cefal' rounds out the route. Between stops, you relax on the boat, drink water from the cooler, and use the one free drink included in your ticket.

The tour runs 5.5 hours total, which means you're back in Saranda by early afternoon: time enough for a late lunch in town or to explore the waterfront before evening. Bring sunscreen, a towel and cash if you want to buy food at the beach bars. The boat carries no snacks or meals beyond water and your included drink.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment and life jacket.
• one free drink.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• a cooler to keep drinks cold.
• a live English-speaking guide.
• access to all six stops (Krorza, Kakome Bay, Cefal', Turtle Cave, Roide Bay, Soldier Beach).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

AgesAdult (10 to 75 years) · Under 10: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 11

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Boat Trip Kelvin

Is this one for you?At 5.5 hours, the tour leaves your afternoon free once you're back in Saranda by early afternoon, so it fits easily into a half-day schedule or a morning before other plans. The long stop at Krorza Beach means serious swimmers and snorkelers get real time in the water, while the shorter stops suit anyone who prefers to rest between swims.

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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.

Can I snorkel at every stop on the Saranda boat tour, or only at certain beaches?

Snorkeling gear is available at every stop, so you can enter the water whenever you choose. Krorza Beach and Kakome Bay are the most popular for snorkeling because of their clear water and calm conditions. Soldier Beach and the other stops work for swimming as well.

How much time do I actually spend in the water versus sitting on the boat?

Krorza Beach alone takes up 3 hours of the 5.5-hour tour, and most travelers spend at least an hour in the water there. The other five stops are shorter, so you might swim for 20 to 45 minutes at each one. The rest of the time is travel between sites and rest on the boat.

What's included in the one free drink, and can I bring my own food?

The tour includes one drink per person and bottled water throughout the day. You can bring your own lunch or buy food at the small beach bars at Krorza. The boat itself carries no snacks or meals.

Is this boat tour suitable for someone visiting Saranda for the first time?

Yes, the tour covers six of the most scenic spots on the coast and includes a live English guide, so you learn about each location as you go. It's designed for families, couples and anyone comfortable swimming in open water.

What should I bring besides the snorkeling gear and life jacket that are provided?

Bring sunscreen, a towel, a hat or cap, and cash if you want to buy drinks or food at beach bars. The boat provides snorkeling equipment and life jackets, so you don't need to pack those.