The 5 Best Snorkelling Trips in Albania

1.Snorkeling 360 Experience in Sazan Island & Karaburun

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 162 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $48Our pick

From Vlore, you’ll ride a RIB boat to Sazan Island and the Karaburun coast for swimming, snorkeling, beach time, and cave visits. The tour includes gear, bottled water, and a soft drink. Expect a small-boat outing with striking water and flexible stop times, but limited shade and variable English commentary.

“This was the Highlight of our trip in vlore, the islands were beautiful and the crystal clear watar was amazing, the guide was very friendly and helpful. I recommend this trip!”

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2.Panoramic Tour & Snorkeling in Haxhi Ali Cave & Karaburun

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

Set out from Vlore at 9:00 am for Haxhi Ali Cave, where you can swim beneath the rock, then spend about three hours at Shen Vasil Beach. BoatVentours guides, including Aldo and Erald, lead the trip in English. Bring cash for snorkeling gear, drinks, lunch, and loungers.

“Great and affordable way to experience a boat trip, jump into caves (around 20 minutes) and spend the rest of the day at the beach :)”

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3.Snorkeling Expedition to Grama Bay,Smugglers Canyon & Blue Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $96

Spend about eight hours exploring Haxhi Ali Cave, Dafina Bay, Smugglers Canyon, Blue Cave, Water Caves Gorge, and Grama Bay from Vlore. You’ll snorkel from the boat, relax on beaches, and have time for a short hike. Eugene and Juxhin are among the guides connected with Trips4Fun tours, though your guide depends on the departure.

“It was an amazing trip! We went to many different spots. From amazing caves to the most wonderful beaches. The staff was very friendly!! Drinks and sandwiches were included. Perfect day to spend in Vlorë”

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4.Snorkeling Experience Haxhi Aliu Cave & Ionian Cliffs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36Top rated

Join Trips4Fun at 10:30 am from Hotel Bologna in Vlore for a three-hour boat trip through Karaburun-Sazan National Marine Park. You will snorkel at Haxhi Aliu Cave, Fishermans Gorge, Boats Gorge, and the Hilqe Cliffs, with equipment, water, a cold drink, fruit, and crew-taken underwater photos included.

“Hit the highlights, very little beach time that would have cost more for renting beds and buying lunch (we did not want that). Over three hours of site seeing with an unexpected stop at Sazan Island. Great guide, free drink. Small group (13) a bit cramped but worth the price. Everything was great.”

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5.Snorkeling Experience of Dafina Bay & Bear’s Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $82

Set out from Hotel Bologna in Vlore at 9:00 am for a six-hour boat trip with stops at Haxhi Ali Cave, Karaburun Peninsula, Dafina Bay, and Bear’s Bay. Gino and Selda are identified as the guides. Snorkeling gear, water, a cold drink, and a sandwich are included, with space for up to 25 people.

“Too expensive, no promised diving gear, left 1 hour late, irresponsible boatdriver, bad sandwich!!:(”

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