Kotor: Blue Cave Private Boat Tour
Adriatic Coast, Montenegro, Montenegro
Embark on an exquisite Boka Bay tour, exploring Kotor, Herceg Novi, and Tivat. Discover the serene Blue Cave, visit the iconic Lady of the Rocks, and explore an ancient military base.
Private Blue Cave Speedboat Tour from Kotor for Small Groups
This private speedboat tour in Boka Bay, departing from Kotor, suits couples, friends, and families seeking a flexible and comfortable experience.
Description
Enjoy a relaxed cruise through Boka Bay with stops to swim, explore, and photograph at your own pace. Pass stone villages, historic churches, and steep mountains framing the bay, all on a private boat for a personal experience.
Begin at Our Lady of the Rocks, a hand-built island with a small church and museum. Step ashore to explore before continuing.
Next, visit the old Yugoslav Navy submarine base tunnels at Zanjic, carved into the rock. Cruise inside these tunnels for a unique mix of history and scenery.
Pass Mamula Island, a 19th-century fortress that once guarded the bay’s entrance, a notable photo stop and glimpse into regional military history.
The highlight: the Blue Cave. Motorized boats are not allowed inside to protect the area, so the boat anchors 10 to 20 meters away for you to swim into the clear blue waters.
Since the tour is private, pauses at scenic viewpoints are possible depending on conditions, offering flexibility and comfort shaped around your group.
Highlights
- Custom tour pace, designed around your group
- Swimming in the vivid Blue Cave water from a nearby anchorage
- Visit Our Lady of the Rocks island with church and museum
- Cruise through old submarine tunnels carved into the coastline
- Pass Mamula's 19th-century fortress en route to open water
Includes
- Skip-the-line access where available
- Licensed captain and crew
- Licensed skipper who is also your guide
- Audio guide and written local insights via QR code in multiple languages
- Optional visit to Our Lady of the Rocks island (church/museum tickets not included)
- Wi-Fi onboard
- Drinking water
- Safety equipment including life jackets
- Child-size life jackets on request
- Snorkeling masks subject to availability
- Waterproof phone case (return required, subject to availability)
- First aid kit onboard
- Insurance
- Fuel
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Optional Our Lady of the Rocks museum admission (€3, cash only)
- Tips and gratuities
Important Information
- Audio guide: Bring a smartphone with internet access for the audio guide.
- Our Lady of the Rocks: Church hours vary seasonally (closing between 17:00 and 19:00). The island remains open even when the church or museum is closed. Swimwear is not allowed inside the church; bring a cover-up. Skip-the-line does not apply as entry is usually quick.
- Blue Cave entry: Motorized boats are prohibited inside to protect the environment. You will swim from the anchored boat 10 to 20 meters outside. Life jackets are provided; bring a waterproof phone case.
- Weather policy: Tours may be canceled or rescheduled if sea conditions are unsafe.
- What to wear: Weather can be cool on the water in spring and autumn; bring a light jacket.
- Parking in Kotor: Summer parking is limited; arrive early if driving.
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book your tour early for best availability. Bring swimwear, a towel, and waterproof phone protection for the Blue Cave swim.
