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Sazan 360° Snorkeling Island, Caves & Karaburun Coast

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Vlore, Albania

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4 hours 20 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

A complete 360° journey around Sazan Island and Karaburun, combining snorkeling, sea caves, hidden bays, dramatic cliffs, and the island’s mysterious military past. From Hell’s Gorge to Haxhi Aliu Cave, this is one of Vlorë’s most unforgettable sea adventures.

What's Included

  • Carbonated beverages 1 Soft Drink
  • Bottled water 1 bottle of water
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Lunch
  • Extra drinks - can pay on board
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Ismail Qemali Street
9400, Vlorë, Albania

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Vlorë

Spot 1 — Departure from VlorëHotel Bologna → Sazan Island | 20 minutesMeet your guide at the tourist harbor near Hotel Bologna in Vlorë and board our boat for a scenic ride toward Sazan Island.As we leave the bay, enjoy views of the Karaburun Peninsula, the open sea, and the changing colors of the Marine Park.What to expect: Scenic boat ride · Karaburun views · Start of the marine park adventure
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sazan Island

Spot 2 — Sazan Island Western Coast & Devil’s GorgeCoastal exploration + snorkeling | 1 hourWe begin exploring the wild western side of Sazan Island, navigating close to the coastline and entering dramatic gorges, sea caves, and hidden rock formations.This section includes the Treasure Cave of Haxhi Aliu, located on Sazan Island’s western shore. This is different from the famous Haxhi Aliu Cave in Karaburun.We then stop for snorkeling at Hell’s Gorge, one of the most scenic and untouched areas of the island.What to expect: Western Sazan coastline · Treasure Cave of Haxhi Aliu · Hell’s Gorge snorkeling · Cape of Seagulls · Devil’s Gorge
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Sazan Island

Spot 3 — Sazan Island LandingFree exploration or beach time | 1 hourWe land on Sazan Island, where you have one full hour to choose your experience.You can follow the Ghost Town Trail and explore bunkers, abandoned buildings, forest paths, and traces of the island’s military past.Or, if you prefer to relax, you can stay near Saint Nicholas Bay for swimming, snorkeling, or beach time.What to expect: Abandoned village · Military history · Bunkers · Saint Nicholas Bay · Free time on the island
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Shpella e Haxhi Aliut (Haxhi Ali Cave)

Spot 4 — Haxhi Aliu Cave, Karaburun PeninsulaCrossing + cave visit | 30 minutesAfter Sazan Island, we cross the Mezokanal Strait toward the Karaburun Peninsula.The crossing takes around 15 minutes. We then visit the famous Haxhi Aliu Cave, one of the most iconic landmarks of the Albanian Riviera.We enter the cave by boat and spend around 15 minutes inside, giving you time to admire the massive sea cave, blue reflections, and natural rock formations.What to expect: Mezokanal Strait crossing · Haxhi Aliu Cave · Photo stop · Pirate legendNote: Cave access and bathing depends on sea conditions and local authority regulations.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Karaburun Peninsula

Spot 5 — Karaburun Coast & Saint George’s BayCoastal excursion + beach/snorkeling stop | 45 minutesAfter visiting Haxhi Aliu Cave, we continue along the Karaburun coastline.We navigate close to the cliffs for around 15 minutes before arriving at Saint George’s Bay, where we stop for approximately 30 minutes.Here you can swim, snorkel, relax on the beach, and enjoy the crystal-clear water of this quiet bay.What to expect: Karaburun coastline · Saint George’s Bay · Swimming · Snorkeling · Beach time
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vlorë

Spot 6 — Return to VlorëKaraburun Peninsula → Hotel Bologna | 20 minutesAfter the final beach stop, we return to Vlorë by boat.This completes the full Sazan 360° experience, covering almost 30 nautical miles around the Karaburun–Sazan Marine Park.What to expect: Scenic return ride · Marine park views · Arrival back near Hotel Bologna
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers

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Q: Will I get seasick on Sazan 360° Snorkeling Island, Caves & Karaburun Coast?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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  • Carbonated beverages1 Soft Drink
  • Bottled water1 bottle of water
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Lunch
  • Extra drinks - can pay on board

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers
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