VIP Private Charter: Blue Cave & Lady of the Rocks (Flexible)
Description
Embark on a boat tour across the picturesque Kotor Bay, discovering the naturally rich bays of Kotor, Herceg Novi, and Tivat all in one seamless trip. Alongside breathtaking panoramic views, the tour takes you past the famous Mamula Island. The itinerary features two stops: first at Our Lady of the Rocks, where you can delve into the legend of its origin, and second inside the Blue Cave, providing a serene swimming session to wrap up the entire journey. Hop on a tour with us!
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Itinerary
Begin your journey with an exclusive private cruise through the stunning Bay of Kotor, designed for a relaxed and intimate experience. Glide past historic fishing villages, lush Mediterranean greenery, and charming coastal landmarks, enjoying panoramic views from the comfort of your own boat.
Visit Our Lady of the Rocks, a remarkable man-made island created by generations of local seafarers. Step inside the historic church, learn the intriguing story behind the island’s origin, and discover a rich collection of paintings, votive offerings, and handcrafted treasures. This memorable stop offers a deeper look into Montenegro’s maritime heritage and long-standing local traditions.
Pass by Perast, a charming town that thrived during the Venetian era as a maritime hub. Its elegant baroque palaces, centuries-old churches, and narrow stone streets reflect a rich seafaring and cultural heritage.
Experience the magical blue glow of Montenegro’s famous Blue Cave. To preserve this natural wonder, motorized boats now remain outside, ensuring a pristine environment free from engine exhaust and noise. We anchor safely just 10–20 meters from the entrance, letting you swim right into the cave to experience the glowing water up close. Life jackets are provided!
Glide past Mamula Island, a striking fortress with a powerful past. Constructed in the 19th century as a defensive stronghold and later used as a prison during World War II, its massive stone walls and commanding position reflect Montenegro’s complex history. As you pass by, listen to intriguing stories of its military role, wartime events, and the mysteries that still surround the island.
Sail through Verige, the narrowest passage of the Bay of Kotor, before entering the Bay of Tivat and approaching the former submarine tunnels. Once a closely guarded military secret, these impressive tunnels now reveal fascinating stories from Montenegro’s Cold War past, shared as you explore this unique coastal landmark.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour is feasible only during good weather conditions. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- It is not allowed the enter in swimwear inside the church, Our Lady of The Rocks - you must have at least a T-shirt on.
- It is forbidden to swim and to use a drone at Our Lady of the Rocks.
- We recommend you bring sunglasses, a sunhat, sunscreen, a camera, comfortable shoes or sandals, a jacket for chilly weather, swimwear, a towel, and flip flops.
- During April, May, and October, the church of Our Lady of the Rocks and the museum are open until 5 pm. In June and September until 6 pm, and in July and August until 7 pm. We recommend you dress warmer during the spring and autumn months because it can be chilly.
- If you’re arriving by car, we recommend allowing extra time for your journey. Heavy traffic is expected around the park — which is also your tour’s starting point — along with delays caused by ongoing roadworks on the main road.
- Please be at the meeting spot at least 30 minutes early. If you miss the tour, you can join the next available slot as agreed with the operator.
- Blue Cave Entry Update: Motorized boats are no longer allowed inside the cave to protect nature. We anchor safely 10–20m outside the entrance so guests can swim into the magical glowing water. The experience is beautifully peaceful, quiet, and exhaust-free! Life jackets are provided.
Reviews(187)
We had an amazing private boat trip with Mark and Vučko today and couldn’t have asked for a better experience! The boat was spotless, comfortable, and perfect for relaxing while taking in the beautiful scenery. Mark and Vučko were friendly, professional, and made us feel safe and welcome throughout the trip. We visited stunning spots, enjoyed swimming in crystal-clear water, and never felt rushed. It was the highlight of our holiday, and we would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a memorable day on the water. We would definitely book again!
We're thrilled to hear that your private boat trip with Mark and Vučko was the highlight of your holiday! It's fantastic to know you enjoyed the spotless boat, the beautiful scenery, the swimming stops, and the relaxed pace of the tour. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Mark and Vučko.
What a special day. Our captains Goran and Vuk were so friendly and customized our three hour tour perfectly for two people who wanted to spend more time seeing beautiful sites and less time swimming. They told us lots of history about Perast and we felt very safe with them as they followed local laws for speed and entering the caves. Highly recommend. Three lovely hours flew by.
It's great to know you enjoyed learning about the history of Perast and appreciated their commitment to safety and following local regulations. Thank you for your recommendation!
Awesome private tour to the blue cave, lady of the rocks and submarine tunnel. Very informative and fun. Ricky and Brando made us feel welcome immediately. Other boats had so many people onboard, I recommend a smaller group. We are traveling with our teen son and he had a great time.
We're so pleased you appreciated the more personal atmosphere of a smaller group. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back!
My family had a great time on this tour. Every stop was interesting, and the amount of time at each one felt just right—never rushed, but never too long either. It was a very hot day, but the breeze on the boat made the ride surprisingly comfortable and enjoyable. Overall, a fantastic way to explore Kotor Bay. Highly recommended!
It's wonderful to know the timing at each stop felt just right and that the sea breeze made the trip comfortable even on a hot day. Thank you for your recommendation, we truly appreciate it!
One of the best days of our holiday. Masan was a great guide sharing the history and knowledge of the sites . We had plenty of swim stops in very beautiful water.
It's great to know that Mašan's stories and local knowledge made the tour even more special, and that you enjoyed the swimming stops in the crystal-clear waters.
Igor & Vaso Very nice boat trip to the blue caves for a swim and with a stop on the island. I can highly recomend this 3h trip!
Thank you for your lovely review! 😊
Total time is 3 hours. 2.5 hours is spent on the boat driving to the various sites. 15 minutes at a boring church. 15 minutes swimming into cave but the water was dark inside, not clear blue. Worst part was the captain. Didn't offer us water. After I finished swimming and got back on boat (didn't help me climb up), I notice he has compartment with masks and kick board. I would've enjoyed the swim much more if he offered those things. Would not recommend.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations. We understand your disappointment regarding the swimming stop and regret that your experience at the Blue Cave was not what you had anticipated. Sea conditions, weather, and lighting can affect the appearance of the water inside the cave, and our captains always choose the safest swimming location based on the conditions at the time. We also apologize if the available swimming equipment and assistance on board were not communicated clearly. Your comments are very valuable and will help us improve how we inform and assist our guests throughout the tour. We appreciate your feedback regarding the itinerary and overall experience, and we're glad to hear that you found the submarine tunnels interesting. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.
Sensational! Super attentive and explained everything about the history of the Bay and its curiosities.
Muito obrigado pela sua maravilhosa avaliação! 😊
It was an amazing morning with visits along Kotor, to blue caves, submarine tunnels and various other islands and sites, we had Sam as Captain and he was absolutely great really knowledgable and good fun too. They even had WiFi onboard and Bluetooth for your music if you chose to play
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊
Our captain Mihailo was a great guide and boat driver. He was great at telling us about all the sights and points of interest we saw.
It's great to know you appreciated his knowledge of the sights and the way he guided you through the tour. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him :)
