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Cutting out of Vlore, this four-hour speedboat tour links sea caves, snorkeling and the abandoned military ruins of Sazan Island. Expect turquoise coves, a guided walk through Cold War bunkers, and a beach lunch along Karaburun’s limestone cliffs.
Cutting out of Vlore, this four-hour speedboat tour links sea caves, snorkeling and the abandoned military ruins of Sazan Island. Expect turquoise coves, a guided walk through Cold War bunkers, and a beach lunch along Karaburun’s limestone cliffs.
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Operated by Boat Trip Juli · Vlore, Vlorë County
The sea opens like a challenge as you cut out of Vlore’s harbor—salty wind pushing at the bow, limestone cliffs rising like folded pages along the Karaburun coastline. Within an hour the city is a smear of red roofs and you’re threading turquoise channels toward Haxhi Ali Cave, where waves dare you beneath a roof of stone.
moderate.
4 hours.
Moderate fitness: short uneven walks and swimming/snorkeling ability recommended
Basic swimming ability is recommended for snorkeling and open-water swims; flotation aids are available and the guide manages group safety.
A seaside lunch and bottled water are provided; alcoholic beverages are limited to one beer for guests over 18 as noted.
You’ll have a guided walk through accessible areas; some zones remain closed for safety and conservation—follow the guide’s directions.
Tours are canceled in bad weather for safety; full refunds are issued if cancelled at least 24 hours before departure or when the operator calls it off for conditions.
Sazan Island served as a closed military base during Albania’s communist era and still shows military architecture from mid-20th-century coastal defenses.
Visitors should avoid littering and use reef-safe sunscreen; limiting anchor use and following guide instructions helps protect seagrass and marine life.
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