Kotor: Top Rated Blue Cave, Submarine Tunnels & Lady of the Rocks

4.7 (191 reviews) Kotor, Montenegro
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Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Russian, English, Croatian, Italian, French, Spanish, Serbian
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Discover the highlights of Bay of Kotor (Boka Bay) on a scenic and time-efficient speedboat tour from Kotor. Skip the hassle of driving and explore more in just a few hours, with stops you won’t get on standard cruises. Visit the iconic Our Lady of the Rocks island church and museum, explore a hidden Yugoslav submarine tunnel, and admire the historic Mamula Island. Swim and snorkel near the glowing waters of the Blue Cave, and enjoy panoramic views of Perast, Tivat Bay, and Herceg Novi Bay. With multiple departure times and comfortable speedboats, this tour offers a flexible, immersive way to experience Montenegro’s most famous coastal sights.

What's included

  • Fuel
  • Insurance
  • Life jackets - ask skipper
  • Snorkeling equipment (Snorkeling Mask) - ask skipper
  • (Ask skipper)
  • Entry/Admission - Blue Cave
  • Music
  • Licensed English-speaking tour guide - skipper
  • Island Lady Of The Rocks Fee (5€), on this island you must be dressed appropriately so that you can enter the island and visit the museum without any problems.

What to expect

  1. Our Lady of the Rocks
    20m · Admission ticket not included
    It was created in honour of a special stone two fishermen found, as it had an image of St. Mary chiseled into its side. From then on, local sailors and fishermen alike threw stones where the Lady had been found, vowing to honour the spot of this unlikely discovery.
    Inside the church, you’ll be able to explore a vast collection of votive tablets and various works by renown painter Tripo Kokolja, a Kotor native regarded as a master of his craft. You’ll also be able to view the Icon of Our Lady of the Rocks, one of the many wonders you’ll find in these fairytale. On this island you must be dressed appropriately so that you can enter the island and visit the museum without any problems.
  2. Bay of Kotor
    20m
    Your friendly skipper will meet you in Kotor, eager to greet and help you onboard. Enjoy all manner of mesmerizing sights and local wonders as you approach your first stop, the wondrous islet of Our Lady of the Rocks.
  3. 10m
    Once you are done touring the island, you will then travel to a submarine tunnel from the Yugoslavian Socialist period. Although this tunnel has since been abandoned, it is still open to the public, and you will have the rare opportunity to explore this piece of history up close.
  4. Mamula Island
    5m
    From there, you will journey to the “mouth” of the Bay, where Mamula Island stands. Although it used to be an Austro-Hungarian prison, it has since transformed into a beautiful island resort. Enjoy the panoramic views Mamula Island can offer you, a uniquely entertaining and historical stop.
  5. Blue Cave
    30m
    Up next on your journey is the mesmerizing Blue Cave. So named for its shimmering waters, the first sight of Blue Cave will leave you breathless, as if you had been transported to another world. Enjoy swimming near the cave’s entrance as you wrap up your tour, an enchanting experience you’ll be sure to remember.
  6. Perast
    Pass by
    The village of Perast will greet you with open arms. Baroque architecture surrounds the village on all sides, stretching into the mountainous landscape above. Try to look for the palaces across Perast, each one owned by an important captain in Montenegro’s illustrious navy. If you are a fan of history, you can browse through the maritime Perast Museum.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

- We are located just 100 meters walk from Kotor old town and Kotor marina, at Park Slobode bb.
- All travelers need to be 30 minutes ready before tour starts for check in.

End point

- We are located just 100 meters walk from Kotor old town and Kotor marina, at Park Slobode bb.
- All travelers need to be 30 minutes ready before tour starts for check in.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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