What to bring

• Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, hat, and water shoes or sandals for your comfort and safety.
• You may bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages on board.
• You might want to bring a camera to capture the scenic views of the coast.

What’s not allowed

• Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on the boat.
• Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
• Large suitcases and oversized luggage are not allowed on board.
• Dangerous or sharp objects are not permitted for the safety of all guests.

Additional information

• The tour is family-friendly and suitable for all ages; children must be supervised by adults at all times, especially during swimming stops.
• You can skip swimming if you want to and remain on board. Just in case you do want to get in water then know that life jackets are available on board.
• In case of bad weather or unsafe sea conditions, the tour may be rescheduled or canceled. You will be notified in advance and offered an alternative date or a refund.
• Lunch is available for purchase at a restaurant in Krorez during the 3-hour break.
• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
• Personal expenses, optional activities, and transport to/from the meeting point are not included in your ticket.

Inclusions #

• Full-day boat trip

• Experienced local captain guiding the journey

• Visits to hidden coves and unspoiled beaches

• Swimming stops at Turtle Cave, Soldier’s Beach, Rrojdhe Bay, Gremina Beach, Kakomes Bay and Krorez Beach

• Liability insurance

Exclusions #

• Optional Activities

• Personal Expenses

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

An easy full-day escape to Albania’s Ionian coast with scenic boat cruising, swim breaks, coastal landmarks, and stress-free transfers included.

• Everything you get: A full-day coastal escape from Tirana, Durrës, or Golem with hotel pick-up, road transfers to Vlora, and a boat cruise along Albania’s Ionian coast. Expect swim time at Karaburun Peninsula, panoramic passes by Sazan Island and Haxhi Ali Cave, and enough deck space on the boat.
• Why choose this: It’s one of the easiest ways to see Albania’s wild southern coast without planning boats, buses, or timings yourself.
• Upgrades: Want to go inside Haxhi Ali Cave instead of viewing it from the boat? You can opt for a speedboat entry on the spot with the crew, depending on sea conditions and availability.

Inclusions #

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Access to a three-deck boat with open and shaded seating

• English-speaking guide

• Swimming in Karaburun Peninsula

• Round-trip transport in air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions #

• Optional activities like entry into Haxhi Ali Cave by speedboat

• Meals and drinks

What to bring

• You'll need swimwear, a quick-dry towel, and reef-safe sunscreen because most of your time is spent in and around the water at Karaburun.
• Bring cash for lunch and drinks at the beach restaurants, plus optional speedboat entry into Haxhi Ali Cave.
• A light cover-up, hat, and sunglasses.
• Comfortable sandals or water shoes for boat boarding and pebbly beaches along the peninsula.

What’s not allowed

• Avoid bring large luggage or bulky bags.
• Bringing outside alcohol on board; drinks and refreshments are managed by the crew or beach stops.

Accessibility

• Not suitable for wheelchair users due to boat access and uneven surfaces.
• Infants must sit on laps throughout transfers and the boat ride.

Additional information

• The tour runs for approximately 12 hours, covering around 300 km round trip.
• The tour is conducted in English.
• Sazan Island is usually seen as a panoramic pass due to restricted access. If conditions allow a stop, swim time may be extended by up to an hour.
• The boat has three decks and you’re free to move around during stops to find your comfort zone.
• Not recommended for travelers with heart conditions or serious health issues.
• You may offer tips for the crew and guide.
• You’ll be dropped back at your original meeting point by evening, after returning to Vlora port and driving north.

Visit Albania’s largest island, Sazan, and the Karaburun Peninsula aboard a pirate ship, sailing the Ionian coast with the pirate and his pet monkey.

• Starting point: Vlora Port, Albania
• Everything you get: A full-day boat tour covering Sazan Island, Haxhi Ali Cave, and the Karaburun Peninsula, plus swim and snorkel stops, safety equipment, port taxes, and onboard storytelling from your captain.
• Why choose this: This is your chance to sail Albania’s Ionian coast like a modern-day pirate, exploring a former Cold War island and the country’s only marine park in one seemless day.
• Upgrades: Opt for a freshly prepared traditional lunch served right on board

Inclusions #

• Boat trip along the Ionian coastline

• Photo with the pirate and the monkey

• Port taxes covered

• 1 coffee & 1 croissant

• Liability insurance

• Safety equipment and instructions

Exclusions #

• Lunch (optional)

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What to bring

• Don’t forget your swimwear cause Karaburun is made for swimming.
• A towel, sunscreen, and a hat go a long way under the Ionian sun.
• Sunglasses for the glare and the views.
• A change of clothes for the ride back.
• Any personal essentials you usually travel with (meds, snacks, motion-sickness tabs, etc.).

What's not allowed

• Anything that could be unsafe on a boat or in the water stays behind.
• Please don’t disturb marine life or remove anything from the islands or sea.

Accessibility

• Due to the boat setup and docking conditions at the islands, this tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users.
• Boarding and moving around the boat requires a bit of balance, especially during swim stops.

Additional information

• Kids are welcome and usually love the pirate theme, but they’ll need close supervision during swimming and while moving around the boat.
• Not included by default. You can choose a package with a traditional lunch served onboard when booking.
• If conditions aren’t safe for sailing, the tour may be rescheduled or adjusted.
• The Port of Vlora is easy to reach by taxi or public transport.
• On Sazan Island, you can explore some of the accessible bunkers and military installations.
• Haxhi Ali Cave is viewed from the boat and its massive entrance is the star of the show.
• You can swim and snorkel in Karaburun’s clear waters which are home to Mediterranean fish, sea urchins, and striking underwater rock formations.
• Life jackets are available for everyone onboard, and the crew is experienced, attentive, and always keeping an eye out.