Day Trips

From Tirana/Durres/Golem: Sazan Island & Karaburun Peninsula Speedboat Tour

Name: From Tirana/Durres/Golem: Sazan Island & Karaburun Peninsula Speedboat Tour
Start: 2026-08-07T06:30:00
End: 2026-08-07T18:30:00
Location: Tiranë

Travel from Tirana, Durrës, or Golem to Vlora with hotel pick-up, then board the three-deck boat for a full-day Ionian coast boat tour.

Cruise past the Karaburun Peninsula, where cliffs drop straight into clear water and you get to explore beaches accessible only by boat.

Take in panoramic views of Sazan Island, once a restricted military zone, now visible only from the water on most days due to controlled access.

Stop for extended swim time along the peninsula, with enough hours to actually relax, dry off, and swim again.

Did you know? Haxhi Ali Cave, which you'll be visiting in the afternoon, is named after a 17th-century Albanian sailor believed to have used it as a hideout. Its massive size allows boats to enter during calm seas, making it one of the largest sea caves along the Ionian coast.

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

Optional activities like entry into Haxhi Ali Cave by speedboat

Meals and drinks

TOTAL DURATION12 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERSpeedboat
Start point
Tirana, Durrës or Golem
Get direction
1 hr 30 min
158 km
1. Port of Vlorë
1 hr
Boat tour & Break time
By around 9am, you’ll arrive in Vlora, where the boat tour begins. Take a short break to stretch your legs, grab a coffee, or pick up any last-minute essentials before the boat departure. This is your chance to reset after the drive and get ready for the coastal part of the day ahead.
1 hr by speedboat
10 km
2. Karaburun Peninsula
3 hr
Swimming & Free time to explore
3. Sazan Island
Sightseeing, Photo stop & Swimming
4. Haxhi Ali Cave
Photo stop & Panoramic views
5. Return to Vlorë Port
Bus tour
End point
Tirana, Durrës or Golem
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

What to bring

Pack swimwear, a fast-drying towel, and reef-safe sunscreen, as swimming and beach time at Karaburun make up a big part of the day.

Carry cash for seaside lunch spots and drinks, as well as for the optional speedboat ride into Haxhi Ali Cave.

A light layer, sun hat, and sunglasses will come in handy while spending long hours on deck.

Wear easy slip-on sandals or water shoes for boarding the boat and walking on the peninsula’s pebbled shores.

What’s not allowed

Skip large suitcases or oversized backpacks, as space on board is limited.

Outside alcohol isn’t permitted; beverages are available through the crew or during beach stops.

Accessibility

This experience isn’t suitable for wheelchair users due to boat access and uneven terrain.

Infants must remain seated on laps during transfers and while on the boat.

Additional information

Expect a full-day outing of around 12 hours, covering roughly 300 km round trip.

The tour is led in English.

Sazan Island is generally viewed from the boat only because of access restrictions; if a stop is possible, swim time may be extended by up to an hour.

The boat features three decks, and you are free to move between them during stops.

Not advised for guests with heart conditions or serious medical concerns.

Tips for the guide and crew are optional but appreciated.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.