Sarandë's hidden coast

The best beaches near Sarandë — most of them need a boat.

Sarandë's own beach is fine. The beaches 20 minutes down the coast are extraordinary — cliff-backed coves with sapphire water, most only reachable by boat. Here's where the locals go.

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Krorëz Beach — Sarandë's best-kept secret

A cliff-backed private cove 40 minutes south by boat. Turquoise water, white pebbles, no road access. DES has a private stretch with sunbeds and umbrellas ready — it's the lunch stop on our full-day tour.

Kakome Bay — the swim stop

A dramatic bay with steep cliffs and glass-clear water. Locals free-dive here. Our tour drops anchor for a long swim stop mid-morning.

Kepi i Qefalit & Rrojdhe — the snorkel reefs

Rocky reefs where the shallow rock shelf drops into deep sapphire. Sea urchins, wrasse, octopus. Bring an underwater camera.

What's included

✓Krorëz private beach
✓Kakome Bay swim stop
✓Kepi i Qefalit reef
✓Rrojdhe snorkel reef
✓All reachable in one day
✓Sunbeds ready at Krorëz
✓Snorkel gear included
✓€30 per person

Frequently asked

What is the most beautiful beach near Sarandë?

Locally, Krorëz Beach is considered the most beautiful — cliff-backed, no crowds, turquoise water. It's a 40-minute boat ride south of Sarandë harbour.

Can you reach Krorëz Beach by car?

There is no direct road. The only comfortable way is by boat — which is why the beach stays uncrowded even in August.

Are there sunbeds at Krorëz?

Yes — DES Boat Tours keeps a private stretch of Krorëz with sunbeds, umbrellas and a small beach bar. It's included in the full-day tour.

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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