Private Speedboat Tour to Our Lady of the Rocks and the Blue Cave — Kotor Bay Highlights
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate mobility required for boarding and brief walks on jetties; no special fitness needed.
Overview
Skim the surface of Kotor Bay on a three-hour private speedboat that visits the man-made Our Lady of the Rocks, passes the haunting Mamula fortress, and ends with a swim in the luminescent Blue Cave. Fast, scenic, and tailored for small groups, the trip mixes history and geology with straightforward local rules.
Private Speedboat Tour to Our Lady of the Rocks and the Blue Cave — Kotor Bay Highlights
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You step off the quay and the Adriatic breathes against the hull: cool, salty, and impatient. Within minutes the city’s stone roofs fall away behind you and the speedboat slips into the narrow shoulders of Boka Kotorska. The bay narrows and opens like a folding map — fishermen’s hamlets cling to cliffs, cypresses stake their claim, and islands rise like punctuation. The first stop is the famous man-made islet Our Lady of the Rocks, then a pass by Mamula’s fortified silhouette, and a finishing swim in the Blue Cave where the water seems to hold light in its palm.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Arrive 30 minutes early
The meeting point is busy; allow extra time for security and find the information desk by the sea ahead of departure.
Dress modestly for the church
You cannot enter Our Lady of the Rocks in swimwear — bring a T-shirt or light cover-up to respect the site.
Check sea conditions
Operators cancel or reschedule in poor weather—if you’re prone to seasickness consider medication or choose an earlier slot on calmer days.
Protect electronics from spray
Rinseproof cases or zip-lock bags keep cameras and phones safe during the Blue Cave swim and on-deck passages.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Common gulls and cormorants along the shoreline
- Occasional bottlenose dolphins sighted further offshore
History
Our Lady of the Rocks is an artificial islet created by local seafarers who cast stones and votive offerings over centuries; Mamula Island was fortified in the 19th century and used as a prison during wartime.
Conservation
The bay’s seagrass meadows and coastal habitats are sensitive—avoid disturbing marine life, dispose of waste responsibly, and follow local guidance on swimming and anchoring.
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Recommended Gear
Sunscreen and sunhat
Open water and reflections amplify sun exposure—protect skin and eyes.
summer specific
Light wind jacket
Morning breezes on the bay can be chilly; a packable jacket blocks spray and wind.
spring specific
Non-slip deck shoes or sandals
Wet docks and boat decks are slippery—secure footwear improves safety when boarding.
Waterproof phone case or small dry bag
Protect valuables during the Blue Cave swim and while the boat is underway.