Ksamil · Albanian Riviera

Ksamil Boat Tour — the crowd-free way to see the islands.

Everyone lines up for the Ksamil ferry. You don't have to. Our full-day boat tour from Saranda cruises past all four Ksamil islands with time to swim, then continues to 7 more Riviera stops the ferry passengers never reach.

Book on WhatsApp · €30 Sarandë boat tours

Why skip the Ksamil ferry

The Ksamil island ferry drops 200 people on one small beach every 30 minutes in July. Our boat gets you to the same turquoise water — plus Turtle Cave, Kakome Bay, and our private Krorëz beach — without ever fighting for a sunbed.

What you'll actually see

Ksamil's postcard-blue channels, Turtle Cave, Anchor Cave, Kepi i Qefalit reef, Kakome Bay swim stop, Rrojdhe snorkel reef, and a long lunch break on our own private stretch of Krorëz beach.

All-in €30 · everything included

Boat, captain, snorkel gear, life jackets, sunbeds and umbrellas at Krorëz, free drinks on board. No ferry ticket, no beach club fees.

What's included

✓Cruise past all 4 Ksamil islands
✓Turtle Cave & Anchor Cave
✓Private Krorëz beach lunch
✓Free snorkel gear & drinks
✓Small groups, no crowds
✓Sunbeds & umbrellas ready
✓€30 per person all-in
✓WhatsApp booking · no deposit

Frequently asked

Can I do Ksamil as a boat tour instead of the ferry?

Yes — our full-day cruise passes Ksamil's islands with swim stops, and adds 7 more Riviera stops the ferry doesn't cover. Most guests say it's the better version of the day.

How long is the Ksamil boat tour?

About 5 hours total — 10:00am departure from Saranda, back around 3:00pm. Ksamil is one of many stops on the full-day itinerary.

Is a Ksamil boat tour better than going to Ksamil by taxi?

For most travelers, yes. You avoid the beach-club chair fees, the crowds, and get 8 stops for one price. If you specifically want to stay overnight in Ksamil, take a taxi.

Does the boat stop for swimming near Ksamil?

Yes, there's a swim stop in the channel near the islands. Water is calm, shallow, and the same turquoise everyone photographs.

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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