Kotor: Top Rated Blue Cave, Submarine Tunnels & Lady of the Rocks
Description
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Important 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
Reviews(156)
It was great..easy to locate the tour operator.. Delayed first due to logestics and we did not have enough time to swim. The whole tour was 2 hours and 40 minutes. We could have spent more time swimming.
The meeting point was at the Kotor bay and quite efficient. The boat tour however was mediocre. We swam only at the blue caves and we couldn’t go in to the caves as boats are not allowed in. The trip to the island of My Lady of the Rocks was so so. It was extremely crowded with tourists. We were not taken to any other places where we could swim. The girl on our boat gave very sketchy information on each place.
One of our favorite excursions! It was the perfect combination of adventure, beautiful scenery, and history. The boat ride was fast-paced and exciting, with great music along the way. During the stops we learned some history of Montenegro. We also really enjoyed the swimming stop. Our drive was great. Very professional, knowledgable, and accommodating. Just a heads-up: if you sit toward the front of the boat, be prepared to get a little wet!
This was an average experience. The water was really choppy and the boat driver was laughing at us when we were scared of the choppiness. The driver made accommodations to people who could speak the same language and the trip was an hour longer than expected to make said accommodations, with no explanation as to why exceptions were made. There wasn’t much of a tour guide experience, only 1-2 lines of information was provided.
We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. When sea conditions are rough, the safety and well-being of our guests are always our priority. We understand that choppy water can be uncomfortable, and we’re sorry if our skipper’s reaction to your concerns came across as lacking understanding or professionalism. Regarding the duration of the trip and the adjustments made along the way, we do our best to accommodate our guests and adapt the experience when possible. However, we agree that in such situations, it is important to clearly communicate what is happening and why the tour may take longer than originally expected. We’re also sorry that you felt there was not enough information provided during the tour. Our goal is not only for guests to enjoy the beauty of the Bay of Kotor, but also to learn about the places we visit. We take your feedback seriously and will use it to improve our communication and the overall experience for future guests. Thank you for bringing these points to our attention.
Had a great time, enjoyed the music and the james bond ride in music to the tunnels. Thanks. Have a couple more songs for you, Johnny B Goode-Chuck Berry, you really got me-Kinks.
Speedboat trip was good but I wouldn’t recommend for families, blue cave was packed with both boats outside and people inside, the sea was quite rough due to the boat traffic and negotiating your way in and out as a swimmer was chaotic and dangerous. Best bit was the submarine tunnels.
Its was wonderful. A nice way to see some beautiful views. The water is rough, I recommend taking something before if you get sea sick.
The guides Masha and his colleague were amazing. We had the most excellent tour in Montenegro, they are nice and great
This boat tour was the highlight of our trip! Visiting Our Lady of the Rocks, the submarine tunnels, and swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the Blue Cave was unforgettable. Our skipper was friendly, knowledgeable, and created a great vibe on board. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Kotor!
It was a wonderful experience hosted by Masha. The boat captain Marco was an amazing driver taking us skill fully into the Blue Cave and Lady of the Rocks. Highly recommend!
