Private Blue Cave Tour from Kotor: 3-hour speedboat

Three hours on your own speedboat, swimming in the Blue Cave and setting the pace at every stop.

A 3-hour private speedboat tour of Boka Bay from Kotor takes you to four landmarks: the man-made island of Our Lady of the Rocks with its church and museums, a hidden submarine base carved into the Lustica Peninsula, Mamula Island with its Austro-Hungarian fortress, and the Blue Cave, where you swim inside to experience its luminous blue water. Your private skipper controls the route and timing, letting you linger where you choose.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Our Lady of the Rocks20m
2. Blue Cave30m

Private speedboat tour of Boka Bay

• Enjoy 20-minute Kotor Bay cruise
• Pass by Perast town
• Visit Our Lady of the Rocks island
• Explore hidden Submarine Base
• Pass by Mamula Island
• Swim in the Blue Cave for 30 minutes

The experience

The tour starts with a 20-minute speedboat ride across Kotor Bay, hugging the coast past centuries-old fishing villages (Muo, Prcanj, Stoliv), and the stone churches and houses that line the water. You'll pass through Perast, a small town known for its narrow streets and mountain views, before arriving at Our Lady of the Rocks. This man-made island holds a church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, along with museums and galleries that trace the area's history. You spend 20 minutes here. Note that entry requires covered shoulders and modest-length clothing, so swimwear stays on the boat.

Next, the speedboat takes you to the Lustica Peninsula, where you enter a submarine base built during the world wars for the Yugoslav army. You descend by boat into this hidden fortress, spending 10 minutes inside before heading to Mamula Island. The island, roughly a kilometer across and covered in Mediterranean vegetation, carries centuries of military history (Roman stronghold, Venetian and Austro-Hungarian defense post, World War II prison), and its 19th-century fort dominates the landscape. The views from the water are the draw here, and you'll have time to take them in.

The final stop is the Blue Cave. Starting May 21st, boats can no longer enter, so you'll swim inside from the entrance instead. Sunlight bouncing off the white seabed creates the famous turquoise-blue glow that makes this cave singular. You get 30 minutes to swim, float and absorb it. Snorkelling equipment is provided, and the speedboat waits while you're in the water.

What’s included

• Professional skipper who controls the pace and route.
• panoramic views of Mamula Island and the old town of Perast.
• 20-minute visit to Our Lady of the Rocks island with its church and museums.
• 10-minute stop inside the Yugoslav submarine base.
• 30 minutes swimming in the Blue Cave.
• snorkelling equipment.
• new and comfortable speedboats.
• audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Hebrew or Portuguese.
• fuel surcharge.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private tour for up to 6 guestsUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00Pricing varies for groups of 6 people or fewer.

Blue Cave tour, privateUp to 8 per booking · Guide in English · 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideSpanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Hebrew and Russian

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.

Paid on site€ 5

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Aquaholic Speedboat Tours

Is this one for you?Because your skipper is yours alone, you set how long to stay at each stop: linger at the Blue Cave or spend extra time at Mamula Island without waiting for a group. The private boat also means no crowds at Our Lady of the Rocks or the submarine base, and you can swim in the Blue Cave on your own schedule during the 30-minute window.

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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 is Our Lady of the Rocks and why is it on this tour?

Our Lady of the Rocks is a man-made island in Boka Bay holding a church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, plus museums and art galleries exploring the region's history and culture. The 20-minute stop lets you walk the island and see both the architecture and the views across the bay and mountains.

Can I actually swim inside the Blue Cave, or do I just see it from the boat?

You swim inside the Blue Cave. Boats stopped entering on May 21st, so entry is by swimming from the cave mouth. The 30-minute stop gives you time to swim, float and experience the glowing turquoise water up close, with snorkelling gear provided.

What is the Submarine Base and how much time do you spend there?

The Submarine Base is a Yugoslav-era military fortress carved into the Lustica Peninsula during the world wars. You enter by speedboat and spend 10 minutes inside, learning about Montenegro's military history before moving to the next stop.

How long is the boat ride at the start of the tour?

The initial crossing of Kotor Bay takes 20 minutes, passing old fishing villages like Muo, Prcanj and Stoliv, with views of stone churches and houses that date back centuries.

What should I wear to visit Our Lady of the Rocks?

Entry requires covered shoulders and modest-length shorts, skirts or dresses. Swimwear is not permitted on the island, though you can change into it before or after your visit.

Is snorkelling equipment included, and do I need to bring my own?

Snorkelling equipment is provided and included in the tour, so you don't need to bring your own.