Vlore Private Boat Tour: Haxhi Ali Cave & Karaburun Beach

Forty minutes by speedboat to a sea cave, then two beaches where you swim and snorkel

A private speedboat tour from Vlore takes you 40 minutes out to Haxhi Ali cave for snorkeling and exploring inside, then to St. Vasil beach for swimming in clear water, and finishes with a 10-minute walk to St. Koli bay's two small wild beaches. The tour runs 3 to 4 hours and includes a snorkeling mask, bottled water, beer and Prosecco. Your guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Haxhi Ali Cave and Beaches

• Speedboat ride to Haxhi Ali cave
• Snorkel and explore Haxhi Ali cave
• Relax and swim at St. Vasil beach
• Walk 10 minutes to St. Koli bay
• Enjoy St. Koli bay beaches and snorkeling

The experience

The boat leaves Vlore and runs 40 minutes to Haxhi Ali cave, where you spend about 20 minutes inside snorkeling and exploring the rock formations. The cave sits at sea level and opens directly into the water, so entry is by swimming. After the cave, the boat heads to St. Vasil beach, a pebble beach where the water stays clear enough to snorkel. You have free time here to swim or rest on the shore.

From St. Vasil, a 10-minute walk inland brings you to St. Koli bay, two small beaches tucked into the Karaburun peninsula with their own underwater life. The tour wraps up after you've had time at both beaches. Snorkeling gear is provided. Bring a towel and wear shoes that grip wet rock if you plan to explore the cave closely. The boat is small and moves fast, so the ride out can be rough if the sea is up.

What’s included

• Snorkeling mask.
• bottled water.
• beer and Prosecco.
• all fees and taxes.
• live guide in your choice of English, Spanish or Italian.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday, Friday, Saturday and SundayDepartures at 09:00, 11:00 and 13:00Last departure this season: 2 Nov

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish 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. 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 Olympia Tours

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian, so book the language that matches your group. If your group mixes languages, confirm with the operator which one the guide will use for the full tour.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

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.

How long is the boat ride to Haxhi Ali cave?

The speedboat takes about 40 minutes to reach Haxhi Ali cave from Vlore, then you spend roughly 20 minutes inside snorkeling and looking at the cave itself.

What do I do at St. Vasil beach?

St. Vasil beach is a pebble beach where you swim and snorkel in the clear water during your free time. The guide does not lead activities there, so you set your own pace.

Is there a walk involved in this tour?

Yes, there is a 10-minute walk from St. Vasil beach up to St. Koli bay, where two small wild beaches sit with their own snorkeling spots.

What snorkeling gear is included?

A snorkeling mask is provided. You bring your own fins or swim without them, and the guide can advise on conditions before you enter the water.