Private All Day Tour & Blue Cave swimming

Blue Cave turns the bay electric. I like the private speedboat pace, bouncing between Bay of Kotor viewpoints and Perast without waiting on a crowd. I also love that you get Blue Cave swimming time with snorkeling gear on the same trip. The only real catch is weather, since this is a water day.

This is priced at $600.79 per group (up to 8), which is how you keep the day feeling personal. You are also not paying extra for the basics: bottled water, insurance, fuel, all fees and taxes, and even some drinks are included, with English offered for the experience.

What really makes this outing feel different is the mix of classic Bay of Kotor icons and oddball, practical stops, like the Luštica submarine base you reach through a sea tunnel. It is the kind of route that makes sense when you want variety, not a one-note cruise.

Why a private speedboat makes Kotor feel simpler

Kotor can be busy on the water and slow on the roads. This tour is built around speedboat time, so you spend more of your day moving through the bay and less of it stuck in logistics.

You also get the benefit of a private group of up to 8, which matters when you want swim stops to feel safe and efficient. In the same review-style feedback that people love, the skipper is focused on timing, safe places to swim, and making sure the day stays fun instead of chaotic.

If you are coming with family, friends, or a small group of adults who want control over the pace, this format is a good fit. If you are traveling solo and want the cheapest option, you might compare against shared tours, but the private angle is the heart of this experience.

Kotor’s Bay cruise first, so you start with the wow views

The day begins with a speedboat glide across the Bay of Kotor, with about 20 minutes of cruising time right away. This first segment matters, because it sets expectations: dramatic mountain walls rising out of calm water, and the historic town of Kotor looking both old and very alive from the sea.

From the boat, Kotor’s layout makes instant sense. You can spot the fortified feel of the shoreline and get a sense of how the bay funnels the scenery into a single, postcard-like bowl. It is an easy way to get oriented fast, before you head into town-adjacent sights.

This start is also a good time to settle in. You get your bearings, you are on water early, and you do not waste your best light waiting for later.

Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks: Venice vibes without the long detours

Next up is Perast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with about 30 minutes to enjoy the old-town feel. Think Baroque touches, palazzi, churches, and defensive towers that reflect Venetian rule. The key idea here is that Perast is compact, so 30 minutes is usually enough to get a look, wander a bit, and take photos without stress.

Then you head to Our Lady of the Rocks, an islet built by stacking rocks and sinking old ships loaded with stone. You get around 15 minutes, and the museum entrance is not included at 3 euros per person. That means you are likely choosing between a quick on-islet visit versus paying for museum time, depending on what you care about more.

The practical point: if museum history matters to you, bring cash or a card ready for that 3 euro per person entrance fee. If you just want the setting and the photo angles, you can keep it simple and focus on the bay views.

Luštica Peninsula lunch energy at Ribarsko Selo

One of the best-value pieces of the route is the Luštica Peninsula stop at Ribarsko Selo, which lasts about 2 hours. This is where the tour slows down enough to feel like an actual break.

Ribarsko Selo is described as an authentic coastal experience, and you get a real chance to eat locally and cool off in crystal-clear water. There is a seaside restaurant and an organic garden, plus a small private beach feel for relaxing.

Why I like this stop for your day: it is built for you to refuel without paying for a formal sit-down dinner that might feel overpriced in a tourist hotspot. You can take your time with seafood and local cuisine, then still have enough energy left for the more unusual sights later.

If you get seasick easily, this is still on the water. But the longer on-water leisure time here gives you the option to just hang out, swim, and reset.

The Rose submarine base through a sea tunnel

After Ribarsko Selo, you go to Rose, described as a hidden submarine base built for the Yugoslav army during World War Wars. The big hook is that you do not walk around the peninsula itself. Instead, you enter the base directly by speedboat, through a concealed sea tunnel.

This is only about 10 minutes, and that short duration is actually part of the appeal. You get the surprise and the story without spending half the day on a single stop.

A word of caution for expectations: this is a brief, technical-feeling visit. If you want long explanations or a museum-style pace, you might find 10 minutes tight. But if you like unusual places you can only access by boat, this is one of the most memorable segments.

Mamula Island at the bay entrance, fortress and views

Mamula Island sits at the entrance to Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, in that stretch where the bay opens up and the coastline starts to feel wider. It is about 1 km wide and covered in Mediterranean vegetation.

What you are seeing here is not just scenery. The island’s story runs from Illyrians to Roman military use, then later fortifications by Venetians and Austro-Hungarians. The circular fortress you recognize today was built in the 19th century by General Lazar Mamula, and during World War II it served as a military prison. Today, it is popular for its striking fortress, natural beauty, and panoramic views of the bay.

Even if the stop time is shorter than other segments, this is one of those places where the exterior views do most of the work. From the boat, the fortress shape reads instantly, and you get a good sense of why it was chosen as a defensive point.

Blue Cave swimming hour: what makes it special and how to enjoy it

The main event is the Blue Cave, with about 1 hour scheduled, and admission is free. This is where the bay goes from scenic to strange in the best way.

The famous effect comes from sunlight bouncing off the cave’s white pebble floor, which makes the cave interior glow with that intense blue light. You can access the cave only by boat, and once you arrive, you get time to swim in crystal-clear water.

This is also where the experience sounds exactly like what most people want from a Montenegro sea day: a controlled, timed window where you can get in the water, enjoy the view, and not feel rushed.

A practical approach for your hour:

• Wear a swimsuit you can live in for a while, then rinse off when you can.
• If you care about comfort, bring a towel and keep your phone protected, since you will be around water.
• Use the snorkeling equipment if you want to add a little extra time exploring underwater, but keep it simple if you are just focused on swimming.

One more detail that matters: this stop is listed as free and ideal for hot days, so expect it to feel more active if the sun is strong.

Cruise back through the Bay of Kotor, with one more scenery lap

After Blue Cave, you cruise through the heart of the Bay of Kotor for about 50 minutes on the way back. This is your last long stretch of water time, and it usually feels great because you have already done the big swim moment.

It is also a smart pacing choice. You leave the most photogenic and swim-worthy attraction for earlier, then close with a slower, scenic return. If you want time for last photos, this is when to do it.

Price and value: what $600.79 really buys

At $600.79 per group for up to 8 people, this is not the cheapest option you can find. But it is priced like a private boat day, which is why it can still feel like good value.

Here is what the inclusion helps you avoid paying separately:

• Bottled water
• Domestic white wine (0.33 dcl) and domestic apple juice (0.33 dcl)
• Insurance
• Fuel, and all fees and taxes
• Snorkeling equipment use
• Most site admissions on the main route are covered (including the Blue Cave)

What costs extra:

• Our Lady of the Rocks museum entrance is 3 euros per person
• Extra white wine and extra apple juice are available on request
• Dinner is not included. There is an optional seafood experience with Boka Seafood for an additional cost, if you want to end the day with a sit-down meal

So the value equation is simple: if you like the idea of bundling boat time, swim time, and equipment, and your group can fill a few seats, this tends to pencil out better than piecing it together yourself.

Logistics that can affect your day

This is a private tour, so only your group participates. Pickup is offered, and the meeting start point is Park Slobode CQG9+H6W, Kotor, Montenegro. Confirmation happens at booking time, and the tour is offered in English.

The biggest logistical factor is weather. This experience requires good weather. If the day is canceled due to poor conditions, you are offered a different date or a full refund. That is the one thing you can do nothing about, so it is smart to keep your schedule flexible if possible.

Finally, if you plan to buy the museum at Our Lady of the Rocks, remember that the entrance fee is not included. It is a small cost, but it does require a quick decision and some readiness with payment.

Who should book this speedboat day

Book this if you:

• Want a private group experience on a speedboat around the Bay of Kotor
• Care about both classic sights (Perast, Kotor views) and something odd and specific (the submarine base through a sea tunnel)
• Really want Blue Cave swimming and snorkeling time rather than just viewing from afar

You might skip it if you:

• Hate weather uncertainty and would rather do a land-based plan
• Prefer long guided museum time at every stop, since some segments are intentionally short

Should you book this Sea Rush Speedboat Tour?

If your ideal day is a mix of water views, a real swim moment, and a handful of memorable stops instead of a checklist of long museum hours, I think this is a strong choice. The inclusion of snorkeling equipment, insurance, and key portions of the route keeps the day feeling smooth once you are on the boat.

My deciding tip is simple: make sure you are okay with the weather dependency and the brief stop times. If that fits your travel style, you get a lot of Montenegro flavor in one efficient 6-hour window, plus the kind of Blue Cave hour you will not forget.

FAQ

How long is the private tour?

The tour is listed as approximately 6 hours.

What is the price for the tour?

The price is $600.79 per group, up to 8 people.

Is pickup available?

Pickup is offered. You need to contact the provider for additional pickup details.

What is included in the tour price?

Included items are bottled water, domestic white wine (0.33 dcl), domestic apple juice (0.33 dcl), insurance, fuel, all fees and taxes, and use of snorkeling equipment.

Is the Blue Cave entrance included?

Yes. Blue Cave admission is listed as free, and the stop lasts about 1 hour.

Is the Our Lady of the Rocks museum included?

No. The Our Lady of the Rocks museum entrance is listed as not included, at 3 euros per person.

What if the weather is bad?

This experience requires good weather. If it is canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.

How far in advance is this tour commonly booked?

On average, this tour is booked 107 days in advance.