The 3 Best Sailing Trips in Albania

1.Mussel Sailing Tour with Food and Drink in Albania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $67Our pick

Join guides such as Elidon or Antonio for a small-group boat trip from the Ksamil area to Butrint’s mussel beds. You’ll learn how mussels are farmed, help clean them, then eat them prepared in several ways with vegetables, bread, wine, and water at a quiet lakeside restaurant.

“We had a great time! It was just us and another couple and it was perfect (think the vibe was also influenced by them!) the guide was knowledgable and very nice! Overall lovely experience, mussels were tasty too”

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2.Saranda Prince Ennio-Daily Yacht Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $48Best value

Set out from Saranda with the Prince Ennio crew for a six-hour yacht trip along Albania’s southern coast. You’ll pause at Qefali, Kakome, Krorez Bay, and Soldier’s Beach for swimming, quiet beach time, and photos. The boat has shaded seating, lounge space, music, and a cash-only bar. The tour is offered in English and accepts up to 60 people.

“What an amazing day!! We anchored and swam at some beautiful places. The crew on board were very nice and helpful! The bar was open as soon as we set sail (cash only). There are many seats to lounge and shade if needed. Would do again!!”

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3.Saranda Catamaran VIP to Krorez and Kakome Beach with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 41 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $106

Set out from Saranda’s Limion Port on a catamaran limited to 29 people. You’ll swim at Krorëza, Kakome, Soldier’s Beach, and Qefal Beach, with sunbeds, fruit, lunch, and time to relax onboard. Mario may be cooking seafood pasta, with vegetarian and gluten-free adjustments reported. Drinks cost extra and are cash only.

“Excellent day on the water! The boat was not full so it was easy to find a spot - pro tip don’t get the bean bag chairs… get yourself a spot near the bar for later (shade that you will want after a lot of sun) and then use the nets as all the people on bean bag chairs are lounging in the sun already so they should be free to use! They served us watermelon and cantaloupe after our first swim stop which was very fresh and tasty. The crew, especially Mario (who was also the chef) were great and the lunch (seafood linguini) looked amazing. I didn’t have…”

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