Budva Bay: Kayak & SUP Tour to Coastal Caves & Blue Lagoon

Summary

Kayak or SUP from Budva Old Town to hidden caves and swim stops

You’ll paddle from Budva’s Old Town with a local guide, try kayaking or SUP (even if you’re new), snorkel in the Blue Lagoon with gear provided, explore sea caves echoing with stories, and unwind on remote Calypso Beach before heading back—salt on your skin, hair tangled by wind, maybe still thinking about those fish under your feet.

What’s the experience like?

I almost lost my sandal right at the start — it slipped off the dock while I was trying to look cool getting into the kayak. Our guide, Marko, just grinned and fished it out with his paddle like he’s done this a hundred times (probably has). The group was a mix of locals and travelers; someone cracked a joke about “Montenegrin balance” and we all laughed, nerves gone. The sun was already warming up Budva Bay but there was still that early salty chill in the air.

Paddling past the Old Town walls felt surreal — you get this weird mix of ancient stone and sunscreen in your nose. Marko pointed out some graffiti on the rocks and told us how fishermen used to hide their boats in these little coves. I’d never tried stand-up paddleboarding before, so I wobbled a lot at first (definitely fell once), but nobody cared. We stopped at this spot called the Blue Lagoon; water so clear you could see tiny fish darting around your toes. Snorkeling here was wild — little flashes of silver everywhere, and when I came up for air someone handed me a piece of orange they’d brought along. Tasted like sunshine.

The cave was darker than I expected — cool inside, echoey when we talked. Marko told us stories about smugglers using these passages ages ago; he even showed us where old ropes had worn grooves into the rock. It smelled like wet stone and seaweed in there, which sounds gross but actually felt kind of comforting after all that sun outside. On the way back we stopped at Calypso Beach — just cliffs, pebbles, and water so blue it looked fake. I lay back on a warm rock for a while listening to someone’s playlist drifting over from another kayak, half-asleep, not really wanting to leave yet.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Kayak and SUP tour along coast

• Meet at starting point
• Receive paddling lesson
• Paddle along Old Town coast
• Snorkel in Blue Lagoon
• Explore natural passage cave
• Relax at Calypso Beach

Top questions

Is snorkeling gear included on this Budva Bay kayak tour?

Yes, snorkeling gear is included for use during stops like the Blue Lagoon.

Do I need experience to join the kayak & SUP tour?

No experience needed—guides give lessons before heading out.

How long does it take to reach the coastal caves from Budva?

The paddling route takes you along the coast with several stops; timing depends on group pace but includes time for swimming and exploring.

Are photos taken during the tour?

Yes, guides take photos and videos throughout so you can relive your day later.

Can I choose between single or double kayaks or SUPs?

You can pick between single or double kayaks or stand-up paddleboards when you arrive.

Is Calypso Beach accessible by land?

No, Calypso Beach is only accessible by water during this tour.

Are life jackets provided for everyone?

Yes, life jackets are provided for all participants as part of safety measures.

Does this tour include pickup from my hotel?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; meeting point is near Budva Old Town with public transport options nearby.

What’s included

Your day includes use of a single or double kayak or stand-up paddleboard (your choice), full snorkeling gear for underwater exploring at the Blue Lagoon, waterproof bags for your stuff, life jackets for everyone’s safety, plus an easygoing local guide who’ll teach you paddling basics if you need them—and they’ll snap photos and videos along the way so you don’t have to worry about missing anything.