The Best Albanian Riviera Boat Trips — 15 to Book

1.Haxhi Ali Cave, Karaburun Speedboat Tour & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 867 reviews · 4 hours Our pick

Take a four-hour private-group speedboat trip from Vlora to Haxhi Ali Cave and Karaburun Peninsula. Guides such as Kola, Aldo, and Steven lead the outing, with cave time, beach swimming, snorkel gear, music, and photo help. Swimming inside the cave is no longer allowed.

“The trip was fantastic! Kola our guide was so kind and helpful with lots of knowledge about the area. Would highly recommend as the swimming and views were incredible. Great break from the summer heat. If I came back to Vlore I would definitely want to do this again with family / friends.”

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2.Haxhi Ali Cave & Karaburun Beach Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 791 reviews · 4 hours · from $22Best value

Take a four-hour speedboat trip from Vlore to Haxhi Ali Cave, St. Vasil Beach, and secluded St. Koli Bay. Expect fast boat rides, clear water, pebbly shores, and friendly local crews such as Brendo, Kristi, Santi, and Mali. Bring water shoes, sunscreen, cash, and your own snorkel gear.

“Our skipper was super friendly and swimming in the cave is definitely something we will remember for life!”

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3.Secret Blue Cave & Grama Bay – Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 339 reviews · 7 hours · from $93

Set out from Vlorë with an English, Italian, or Albanian-speaking guide, stopping at Haxhi Ali Cave, Dafina, Bristani, Englishman Bay, the Blue Cave, and Grama Bay. Expect fast boat rides, swimming, snorkeling, snacks, music, and roughly two to three hours at the final beach.

“Aldo was the best skipper. Great trip, nice hidden locations, good beer”

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4.Vlorë: Haxhi Ali Cave & Karaburun SpeedBoat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 199 reviews · 4 hours · from $34

Set out from Vlorë on a modern speedboat with a local guide such as Benjamin or Layde. Visit Haxhi Ali Cave, hear its pirate tales, then spend up to three hours at Karaburun Peninsula for swimming, snorkeling, sun, and free time. Bring food, since the beach restaurant is currently closed.

“Wonderful boat trip!! The landscape, the dive in the cave and the beach were amazing .Our skipper was very nice and professional as it was the driver of the van who took us to and from de trip, which was very well organized. Thank you Boat Trip 3 Fiori for the perfect experience!!”

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5.From Durrës/Golem: Vlora, Sazan & Karaburun Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 179 reviews · 8 hours · from $81

Travel by air-conditioned van from Durrës, Golem, or Tirana to Vlora, then take a speedboat along the Karaburun coast. Swim at a quiet beach, view Sazan Island, and cruise into Haxhi Ali Cave before returning by bus. Lunch, drinks, and sunbeds cost extra.

“From swimming in Ksamil’s clear blue waters to enjoying the freshest local fish, everything was amazing! The Blue Eye was a stunning natural wonder — totally worth it (take the little train if you prefer). Our guide was full of energy, fun, and made the day feel like a real adventure. Smooth trip, great vibes, unforgettable memories. Highly recommended!”

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6.Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave & Karaburun by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 165 reviews · 5 hours · from $50

From Vlorë Port, you’ll speed along the coast to Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave, and Karaburun-Sazan Marine Park. Expect a small-group boat, swimming stops, cave views, snacks, drinks, and time at Dhimkusht Beach. Skippers including Mattias, Matias, or Mathias are praised for friendly, flexible service.

“incredible views and hospitality, Mathias is the best skipper. 10/10 from Ana&Lavinia, Romania.”

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7.Blue Gem Cave Speedboat Tour Vlore

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 8 hours · from $94Top rated

Join Speedboat.al from Vlorë for an 8-hour coastal trip to Haxhi Ali Cave, Dafina Bay, Blue Gem Cave, Englishman’s Bay, and Grama Bay. Guides such as Bushi, Edison, Olsen, and Teddy lead the stops, take photos, and keep the boat lively with music, drinks, and snacks.

“Great trip, our guide Bushi amazing, we had a blast”

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8.Speed Boat Tour to National Park and Grama Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 159 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $87

From Vlore, this full-day speed boat trip visits Haxhi Ali Cave, Blue Cave, Grama Bay, and beaches along the Karaburun Peninsula. You will swim, snorkel, explore caves, and stop at several bays. Music and optional drinks add a party feel, so this suits active adults more than quiet family outings.

“Super journèe et staff pro et très sympatique. Super ambiance et très beaux paysage Top!👍nous nous règalès”

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9.Speed Boat Trip to Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave and Karaburun

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 155 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $42

Set out from Vlore on a fast boat to Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave, and Karaburun Peninsula. You will hear local stories, swim in clear water, and have time at a beach with a restaurant. Bring cash for lunch, drinks, umbrellas, and sunbeds.

“They lied to us that snorkeling equipment was on offer. We stayed 15 min in Sazan (nothing was said and you could not go up to the military base...) and 10 in the cave. We went to complain two days in a row to the Enterprise that made the trip and we were told that we would be returned 50% of the trip... and that is already 3 days and nothing.Auto-translated”

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10.From Durres: Speed Boat to Sazan Island, Cave & Karaburun

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 147 reviews · 9 hours · from $100

From Durrës or Golem, join guide Mario for a nine-hour coastal outing to Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Pirate Cave, and Karaburun Peninsula. Expect a fast boat, abandoned military ruins, clear swimming bays, music, historical stories, and free time at Saint Vasil Bay.

“Amazing day spent with Mario who made our trip special. This activity is worth experiencing when in Durres”

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11.Blue Cave & Grama Bay Full Day Guided Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $76

Set out from Vlore at 10:30 a.m. for a full day along the Karaburun Peninsula. You’ll visit Haxhi Ali Cave, Dafina Bay, Blue Cave, Grama Bay, and several quiet coves by speedboat, with time for swimming, snorkeling, snacks, and a 20-minute hill walk.

“I have to be honest, we did this excursion in August 2025, and I feel like I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. For 80 euros per person, we got a taxi-driver on a speed-boat, who very reluctantly drove us to all the indicated locations. When you arrived to each location, he would just say, "Get off, this is this, and we will leave in 20 minutes". He was supposed to provide us with snorkeling equipment, but it was never offered. Sometimes he would say we'd stay at the beach for 30 minutes, but after 10 minutes, he'd say we had to leave. Sometimes it was a short 10-minute stay, but…”

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12.Haxhi Ali Cave&Karaburun Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 128 reviews · 4 hours · from $47

From Vlore’s promenade, join guides such as Aldo, Kristi, or Armi for a four-hour speedboat trip to Haxhi Ali Cave and Karaburun. Expect fast coastal cruising, a cave visit, pebbly beaches, swimming, snorkeling, and free time, but bring your own gear and protect valuables from splashes.

“It was just amazing. We were initially double minded to book, but would have missed this terribly if not done. No words to praise Mr Aldo, our guide and captain of the boat. He made the trip even more thrilling and the way he was taking care of each passenger was just amazing. Hats off to him to have made the trip so memorable... Thanks”

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13.Grama Bay & Karaburun Caves 8-Hour Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 124 reviews · 8 hours · from $80

Set out from Vlore with a local guide such as Helio for an 8-hour speedboat trip along Karaburun. Swim at Haxhi Ali Cave, snorkel at Dafina and Bristan bays, visit the Blue Cave, and hike above Grama Bay. Drinks and snorkel gear are included, but bring food, sunscreen, and a towel.

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14.Durres & Tirana: Speed Boat Trip to Sazan, Karaburun & Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 119 reviews · 10 hours · from $100

Travel by van from Tirana, Durrës or Golem to Vlorë, then cruise by speedboat to Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave and Karaburun. Guide Marsel often leads the land transfer, while boat guides Alex and Neri handle the sea trip. Expect swimming, snorkeling, history, beach time and a long day.

“The guys from the boat Alex and Neri were the best”

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15.Sarandë Sea Safari: Speedboat to Hidden Coves & Wild Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 105 reviews · 150 minutes - 5 hours · from $33

Ride a modern speedboat from Sarandë with a local skipper such as Captain Eri, stopping at Kakome, Krorez, Kepi i Qefalit, Plazhi i Ushtarit, sea caves, and a WWII shipwreck for swimming, snorkeling, photos, and beach time.

“Excellent tour and communication with captain Eri who speaks really good English and has lots of stories to share. Highly recommended”

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