The 12 Best Albania Boat Tours

1.Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave, and Karaburun Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,170 reviews · 5 hours · from $35Our pick

Spend five hours on a modern speedboat from Vlorë, visiting Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave, and a Karaburun beach. Guides such as Daniel, Benjamin, Oresti, and Eri keep the ride lively with local stories, music, photos, and careful boat handling.

“Amazing trip, good vibes and music. Our driver (Benjamin) was entertaining, prepared a good playlist and punctual. The day went smooth with enough time at each stop to take pictures and explore. 10/10 would recommend”

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2.Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave, and Karaburun Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 947 reviews · 5 hours · from $35Top rated

Meet TripMe.Today on Vlorë’s waterfront for a five-hour speedboat trip to Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave, and Karaburun. Swim, walk the beaches, hear local history, and enjoy lively crews, music, and fast crossings. Guides speak Albanian, English, and Italian.

“The crew was amazing, we loved the music on the boat and the views where stunning I really recommand this trip”

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3.Hidden Cave, Gremina, Kakome & Krorez Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 665 reviews · 5 hours · from $50

Cruise north from Sarandë with captains such as Ilir or Sokol, stopping at Hidden Cave, Anchor Cave, Gremina, Kakome, and Lovers Bay. Swim and snorkel in clear water, then spend three hours at Krorez Beach with an umbrella included. Choose a shared or private boat.

“We loved the boat trip! Ilir was a great guide, very friendly! Seeing the dolphins at the end was a plus.”

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4.Boat Tour at Kroreza & Hidden Caves with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 608 reviews · 5 hours - 330 minutes · from $35

Join Brothers LR in Sarandë for a fast, music-filled boat trip with swimming stops at Turtle Cave, Kakome, Qefal, and Kroreza. Captains such as Adi and Led lead small groups to clear coves, with snorkeling gear, a boat fridge, sunbeds, and umbrellas included.

“first i want to thank the guys that let us do the tour when we had to canceled last minute due to health issues. As for the tour it was GREAT, super cool, awesome music and atmosphere.”

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5.Ionian Coast Hidden Beaches and Caves Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 549 reviews · 6 hours · from $39

Cruise south from Sarandë with Emilio Boat Tours to two sea caves and four boat-only beaches. You’ll swim, snorkel, and spend about three hours at Kroreza Beach. Expect a small group, upbeat music, English-speaking guides, and an energetic ride with captains such as Emilio, Tony, Benny, or Taku.

“I liked how fast the boat went and how professional the driver was. the boat also had life jackets for unconfident swimmers and a fridge to keep drinks cool. The places we visited were very scenic and we were blessed with a hot sunny day. Great value for money I would highly recommend this activity.”

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6.Boat Tour to 7 Destinations with Beach Umbrella

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 530 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $39

Take a 4 to 6-hour small-group speedboat trip from Saranda with up to 11 people. Captain Altin, Fabian, or another multilingual guide takes you to Gremina, Kakome, Soldiers Bay, Pllakator, Krorez Bay, Secret Beach, and a small cave, with swimming, snorkeling, music, and beach time.

“Fabian was an amazing captain. He was fun, safe, and provided an incredible experience. All of the spots were great.”

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7.Albanian Riviera Boat Tour with Swimming stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 465 reviews · 3 hours · from $42

Set out from Himara with an English, Greek, or Albanian-speaking captain for a 2.5 to 3-hour ride past Riviera beaches, caves, and Gjipe Canyon. Swim at Turtle’s Cave, Pigeons Cave, and Crystal Beach, with masks, life jackets, fuel, and bottled water included.

“We booked a three-hour boat tour and have only positive things to say! 🚤✨ It was an amazing experience to reach hidden swimming spots and impressive caves that you could never access otherwise. Our captain was very skilled and brought us right up close to the most breathtaking caves, while also sharing interesting information along the way. At the end, we enjoyed a longer swimming stop, giving us plenty of time to relax at the beach and in the sea – it was just perfect. Thank you for this unforgettable experience!”

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8.Tirana/Durres/Shkodra: Shala River and Koman Lake Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 409 reviews · 9 - 14 hours · from $59

Travel north from Tirana, Durres, Golem, or Shkodra to Koman Lake and Shala River. You will ride boats through steep mountain scenery, swim in cold clear water, enjoy free time and lunch, and hear Albanian history from guides such as Jeffrey, Lavderim, Armand, or Mandy.

“It’s a beautiful place, don’t miss it if you’re in Albania”

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9.Boat Tour to Krorez with Snorkle&Drinks&Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 324 reviews · 5h 30m · from $38

From Enzo Water Sport in Sarandë, cruise with skippers such as Enzo or David to Turtle Cave, Kakome, Krorez, Soldier Bay, and Roide Bay. You get snorkeling gear, life jackets, one beer or soft drink, music, and plenty of time to swim, with group and private boats available.

“This was a great tour. The staff were very kind. The boat ride was very fun and it was a good atmosphere with a perfect sized boat - not too big, not too small. Great day.”

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10.Boat Tour Turtle Cave Kakome & Krorez Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 286 reviews · 4h 30m · from $37

Set out from Sarandë with a captain such as Kosta or Mario for a 4.5-hour small-group boat trip along Albania’s northern Riviera. Expect Turtle Cave, Kakome, Krorez Beach, short swim stops, snorkel gear, music, and a long beach break with food available for cash.

“Overall the trip was good , all the locations were covered precisely , our captain was also nice , when we asked he gave us other locations to visit in sarande and that had breathtaking view , special thank you for that.”

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11.Boat Trip To 5-Islands Of Ksamil & Twin Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 280 reviews · 1 hour · from $27Best value

You’ll circle Ksamil’s five islands by 150hp speedboat with an English or Albanian guide, then stop at the Twin Islands. Swim, sunbathe, spot rabbits and birds, and message the boat for a flexible return. Santiago is one guide praised for his driving and island explanations.

“Very nice tour and the team make everything to accommodate our requests and availability time to enjoy. It worth if you’re in Ksamil for few days to scape the obvious.”

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12.Boat Tour to Kroreza with Snorkel and free Umbrella

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 262 reviews · 6 hours · from $34

Join Kristal Boat Tours in Sarandë for a six-hour coastal cruise to Kroreza Beach. You will stop at Qefal, Kakome, Soldier’s Beach, Rrojdhe Bay, Turtle Cave, and Secret Beach for swimming and photos. Aldo, Loli, or Sandri may lead the trip, with music and a free beach umbrella included.

“Everything was incredible. Our guide stopped at several incredible places where we could swim and we stopped for 3h at Kroreza beach to relax. The tour provided Umbrella. At Kroreza beach you have a few restaurants where you can buy food and drinks. Overall, a great experience!”

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