Real guest reviews · 2026

Sarandë boat tour reviews — in our guests' own words.

Before you book any Sarandë boat tour, read what real guests say. Here's what shows up over and over in DES Boat Tours reviews on Google, TripAdvisor and Viator.

'Best day of our Albania trip'

That exact phrase appears in dozens of reviews. Guests come to Sarandë for a beach day and leave saying the boat tour was the highlight of the whole country.

'The captain took us into caves the other boats skipped'

Turtle Cave and Anchor Cave keep coming up. Big-boat guests watch us slip inside and realise they booked the wrong tour.

'Way better than the crowds in Ksamil'

A recurring line — guests who tried the Ksamil beaches earlier in the week say Krorëz on our private stretch is a different tier entirely.

What's included

  • 5★ Google average · hundreds of reviews
  • TripAdvisor top-rated Sarandë excursion
  • Verified reviews on Viator & GetYourGuide
  • New reviews every week in season
  • Recurring praise for the captain
  • Krorëz private beach a highlight
  • €30 all-inclusive — no surprises
  • WhatsApp us for direct booking

Frequently asked

Where can I read Sarandë boat tour reviews?

Google Maps, TripAdvisor, Viator, GetYourGuide and Booking.com all carry verified reviews for DES Boat Tours Sarandë.

How many reviews does DES Boat Tours have?

Hundreds across the major platforms, with a 5★ Google average.

What do reviewers mention most?

The private beach at Krorëz, the captain, the sea caves, the free drinks on board, and how much better the small-boat experience is versus the big party boats.

Are the reviews recent?

New reviews land almost every week during the May–October season. Filter by 'newest' on Google to see this month's guests.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Read guest reviews on the home page, browse the full Riviera itinerary, or send a message on WhatsApp, we usually reply within minutes.