Snorkel the Ionian · 2026

Sarandë snorkeling boat tour.

Clear Ionian water, rocky reefs, sea caves — the Sarandë coast is one of the best snorkeling stretches in the Mediterranean, and the only way to reach the good spots is by boat.

Book on WhatsApp · €30 Sarandë boat tours

The three best snorkel stops on the tour

Kepi i Qefalit for the reef fish, Kakome bay for the depth-shift blue, and the secret cove near Rrojdhe for the quietest, clearest water of the day.

What gear we bring

Full-face and traditional masks, adult and child fins, dry snorkels. Life jackets in every size if you'd rather float and drift. All included in the €30 tour price.

What you'll actually see

Sea bream schools, wrasse in the reef cracks, the occasional octopus if the captain points it out, and unreal light shafts inside the sea caves.

What's included

✓Snorkel gear included · adult & child
✓3 dedicated snorkel stops
✓15–20m visibility on most days
✓Life jackets available if needed
✓Sea caves + reef combo
✓Full-day tour · €30 all-in
✓Local captain picks calm entries
✓WhatsApp booking · confirmation in minutes

Frequently asked

Is snorkeling gear included?

Yes — masks, snorkels and fins are on board in adult and child sizes at no extra cost.

Where do we snorkel on the Sarandë boat tour?

Best snorkel stops are Kepi i Qefalit (rocky reefs), Kakome bay (open water), and the secret cove near Rrojdhe. Visibility is regularly 15–20 metres.

Can beginners snorkel?

Absolutely — the captain picks calm, shallow entries. Life jackets are available if you'd prefer to float and look down.

What will I see snorkeling in Sarandë?

Sea bream, damselfish, wrasse, occasional octopus around the reefs, and sometimes small groups of squid near the caves.

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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