Albania · SARANDA TOURS
The good saranda tours fill up first and the best of them go weeks ahead. Below are 15 to book early, what each includes, and where they differ.
9-hour Saranda tour to Lekursi Castle, Blue Eye, and Gjirokaster, plus Mesopotam Monastery and Ottoman Bridge. Small group, comfy transport.
“It was very informative and Ilir gave us chance to take photos as much as we can. He’s very accommodating and funny tooo.”
Saranda half-day tour: see the Blue Eye spring walk and seasonal train, then watch Lekursi Castle sunset over Corfu and Ionian Sea.
“Traffic out of the castle was poor and it took a very long time to get back to Sarandë due to this, however I understand that’s nothing to do with the guide. Overall very good experience and would recommend if you want to visit both those places.”
Full-day tour from Sarandë or Ksamil featuring the Blue Eye, Saint Nicholas Monastery, UNESCO Gjirokastër, and Lëkurësi Castle.
“Illmi was our guide and he was great. Each location was more beautiful than the one before. I would highly recommend this tour”
Half-day boat tour from Sarande to Hidden Cave, Gremina, Kakome and Krorez Bay, with swim stops and snorkel gear.
“A fantastic boat tour with Captain Ilir. He was very service-minded and always looked out for our best experience. He showed us different spots and even took us to a secret place at the end. There were a lot of boats out that day, which caused some delays, so he had to time it well to avoid crowds at the different locations. Patience is definitely needed.”
One long day from Tirana or Durrës: Saranda, Ksamil beaches, and the Blue Eye spring. Swim, walk, and cool off at Syri i Kalter.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Wonderful day trip — highly recommended! We had a fantastic day on this tour with our guide, Ervin. The morning started at the Blue Eye, which was absolutely stunning and felt really peaceful. Then we headed to Sarandë for lunch — a nice chance to enjoy some local food by the coast. The highlight for me was Ksamil in the afternoon, where we had time to relax and enjoy the beautiful clear water and beach views. Ervin was friendly, informative, and kept everything well-organized without rushing us. A great mix of nature, sightseeing, and relaxation — definitely worth it!”
Speedboat day from Sarandë to Krorez and hidden caves, snorkeling stops, DJ music, and 3 hours on the beach for $35.
“A great boat trip with lots of beautiful places to stop & swim”
Sarandë to Krorez speedboat with 7 cave and bay stops, snorkel gear, swim time, and a free drink for $29.
“Santi was the best, he did the hole experience extra good and we love him.”
Saranda speedboat tour with 7 Riviera stops, snorkeling gear, Bluetooth music, and umbrella time at Krorez Bay in about 4 to 6 hours.
“The Activity was great, a real must do for every tourist visiting Sarande.”
Five-hour boat tour from Saranda with caves, hidden beaches, snorkeling stops, and 3 hours at Kroreza, with music onboard.
“This is hands down the best thing I’ve done in Albania and I thought Tirana and Berat could not be beaten. Taken advantage of the sudden increase in temperatures in November, I decided let’s do this before the season ends and boy did I have a blast! Rezi our captain is a charming man who takes the best pictures. As a solo traveler that loves pictures this alone would’ve made my trip but no Rezi had more … he showed me secret spots on the beach at Kakome what a treat! On top of this as we chatted he found out I like sunsets and maybe it’s because it’s off…”
A 6-hour Sarandë day trip with round-trip transport to Butrint, Blue Eye, Ksamil swim time, and Lekuresi Castle views.
“The trip was very good, our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, the van we were in was air-conditioned and though full of people, it wasn’t uncomfortable and worked just fine.”
Sarandë boat tour with Turtle Cave, Gremina and Kakome snorkeling stops, plus a long Krorez Beach break, gear included, small-group vibes.
“Perfect, the guide is really kind, the music is great landscapes are incredible and we also saw dolphins, perfect.”
Speedboat thrills and clear water at Ksamil’s 5 islands, then hours on the Twin Islands with friendly rabbits and great photos.
“It was a good trip. We even had fun when the boat stopt, because of wrong fuel. But the guide fixed that! We stayed for the entire day at the island. It was a good calm day. We swom, walked and talked with other people”
Half-day Saranda tour with Lekursi Castle views and Blue Eye kayaking plus big free time for photos, swimming, and relaxing.
“The best part of the trip was the kayaking, hands down. That does not mean that the rest was boring or not good, but for me the kayaking is what makes this trip special. You get to enjoy the crystal clear, but cold waters which is particularly nice on a hot day. If I had just gone to Blue Eye for the spring, without the kayaking, I might have even been disappointed. Overall, this is a well-rounded tour. Ledjon as a guide knows exactly how much historical and political background information is needed, but can always provide more. As others have mentioned, parking near the starting point is difficult, so…”
6-hour boat from Sarandë to Kroreza with multiple swim stops, 3 hours on white sand, snorkel breaks, Turtle Cave and Secret Beach.
“Had the best boat trip! Definitely recommended. Beautiful sceneries and unique snorkeling spots. Aldo and loli were the best guides to have. Made it even more fun. Thanks! xx”
Sarandë speedboat tour to Kroreza with snorkelling, turtles cave and secluded coves. Shaded ride, onboard fridge, $50.
“Speedboat ride was extremely fun, even though the weather was not so nice in the beginning. Our guide was very professional. He knew the best spots to take us and entertained us with music and good vibes. The only thing that is not accurate in the description is that no restaurants were actually on the beaches we went. Only bars selling drinks. Snorkels were only given upon request and there wasn’t one available for every person on the boat. But rather than that it was an extremely fun day. The beaches were crystal clear. I would definitely go again.”
Pick a coast, a canyon, a castle or a kitchen.
