Albanian Riviera · Ionian Coast

The Albanian Riviera in one long, slow, perfect boat trip.

The best of the Albanian Riviera is a strip of coast south of Sarandë that most travelers only glimpse from a car window. Our full-day boat trip parks you in the middle of it — eight stops, small groups, and a private beach lunch — all for €30.

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The Riviera the road doesn't reach

SH8 gives you postcard viewpoints. The Riviera's actual soul — Turtle Cave, Anchor Cave, Krorëz beach, the reefs at Rrojdhe — is only reachable by boat. This is the trip that shows you the part everyone photographs but few actually swim in.

One boat, one captain, one long day

We don't run five overlapping tours. One full-day itinerary, one experienced local captain, one small boat. That's why the trip is calm, the stops are on time, and lunch at Krorëz never feels rushed.

Trip cost & what's included

€30 per person, all in. Includes the boat, captain, snorkel gear, life jackets, unlimited drinks on board, and sunbeds & umbrellas at our private Krorëz beach. Pay cash on the day — no deposit to book.

What's included

✓Full Albanian Riviera itinerary
✓8 stops in one relaxed day
✓Departs Sarandë at 10:00am
✓Turtle Cave, Anchor Cave, Krorëz
✓Private beach lunch stop
✓Free snorkel gear & drinks
✓All-in €30 per person
✓WhatsApp booking · no deposit

Frequently asked

What is the Albanian Riviera boat trip?

A full-day boat cruise along the Ionian coast south of Sarandë. It's the standard way experienced travelers see the Riviera — the coast is more impressive from the water than from the road.

How many stops does the Albanian Riviera boat trip include?

Eight: Turtle Cave, Anchor Cave, Kepi i Qefalit, Kakome Bay, Rrojdhe reef, Krorëz private beach for lunch, Gjiri i Ushtarit, and Secret Beach — with a Ksamil-channel pass on the way back.

Is the Albanian Riviera boat trip worth it?

For most guests it's the highlight of their Albania trip — that's the single most common line in our reviews. Half the stops are unreachable any other way.

When's the best month for an Albanian Riviera boat trip?

Late June and September for warm sea plus fewer crowds. July and August are peak but book up fast. May and October are quiet but the sea can be cool for long swims.

Related tours, stops and booking answers

Every DES Boat Tour from Sarandë shares the same all-inclusive €30 price and the same friendly captain — the differences are the angle and the stops. Pick a related tour, dive into a stop guide or read the top booking questions.

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Answers before you book

Everything about boat tours in Sarandë & the Albanian Riviera

Sarandë boat tours

The highest-rated Sarandë boat tour on the Albanian coast

Looking for the best boat tour in Sarandë or searching Google for Saranda boat tours? DES Boat Tours departs daily from Sarandë harbour and covers the wildest stretch of the Ionian coast, sea caves, hidden coves, and our own private beach at Krorëz. Small groups, expert local captain, everything included for €30.

Guests consistently rate us the #1 boat trip in Sarandë because we skip the crowded ferry routes and take you to spots most operators don't know about, including Secret Beach, only reachable by boat.

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Albania boat tours

Why the Albanian Riviera beats Croatia, Greece & Ksamil ferries

The Albanian Riviera is the last unspoiled coastline in the Mediterranean. Water clarity rivals the Maldives, prices are a fraction of Croatia or Greece, and the coves stay quiet even in high season. DES Boat Tours is proudly local, an Albania boat tour run by Sarandë captains who grew up on these waters.

Compared to a packed Ksamil ferry, you get a small-group experience, real free time at Kakome Bay and Gjiri i Ushtarit, and a captain who actually pauses for photos.

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Private boat itinerary

Private boat tours & custom itineraries from Sarandë

Prefer a private boat tour in Sarandë? We run private charters for families, couples and small groups, same 8 stops or a fully custom itinerary. Sunset cruises, wedding proposals, half-day snorkeling loops, or a Ksamil detour on request.

Every private itinerary still includes free drinks on board, life jackets, snorkeling gear, and access to Krorëz private beach with reserved sunbeds and umbrellas.

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Best 5-star guides

Local captains rated 5★ by travellers from 20+ countries

DES Boat Tours is run by 5-star rated local guides based in Sarandë. Every captain grew up on the Ionian, speaks English fluently, and knows every cove, cave and reef between Sarandë and the Greek border by name. That's why we consistently rank as the top-rated boat tour guide in Albania.

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