Perast to Blue Cave & Our Lady of the Rocks: Private Black Pearl Speedboat Tour
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; ability to board from a low quay and swim short distances is helpful.
Overview
A private speedboat cuts across Boka Bay to the church on Our Lady of the Rocks, a luminous Blue Cave, and WWII submarine tunnels. This three-hour Black Pearl tour blends maritime history, dramatic coastal geology, and hands-on snorkeling in crystalline water.
Perast to Blue Cave & Our Lady of the Rocks: Private Black Pearl Speedboat Tour
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The boat slides away from Perast's stone quay before dawn and the town seems to hold its breath as the Black Pearl threads the narrows of Boka Bay. Sea spray tags your hair, the steel cliffs to port push a cool, mineral scent into the air, and the captain eases the throttle as the first light finds the clerestory of Our Lady of the Rocks — a small, man-made island that has been claiming stones and stories for centuries.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Wear water shoes
Blue Cave and small island landings have uneven, slippery rock — shoes with good grip make boarding and swimming safer.
Time the Blue Cave
Midday light brings out the cave’s signature blue; plan your visit around solar angle for the most vivid colors.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The bay’s clear water and seagrass beds are sensitive — choose reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life.
Carry ID and modest cover
If you plan to enter the church on Our Lady of the Rocks, carry ID and a light cover-up for modest dress requirements.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Common bottlenose dolphin (occasionally)
- Mediterranean gull and coastal seabirds
History
Our Lady of the Rocks is an artificial island created over centuries by local seafarers dropping stones after safe returns; its church and votive art reflect the bay’s maritime culture.
Conservation
Boka Bay is ecologically sensitive and part of Montenegro’s heritage protections; avoid anchoring in seagrass beds and use reef-safe products when snorkeling.
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Recommended Gear
Water shoes
Protects feet on rocky landings and makes wet-entry from the boat easier.
summer specific
Reef-safe sunscreen
Reduces environmental impact while protecting skin under strong Adriatic sun.
summer specific
Light windbreaker
Sea breezes can be sharp in the shoulder seasons; a thin shell keeps you comfortable.
spring specific
Compact waterproof camera or phone case
Captures Blue Cave light and underwater snorkeling shots without risking gear.