Sveti Nikola Island
Ostrvo Sveti Nikola
The largest island off Budva, nicknamed 'Montenegro's Hawaii'; it is a short boat ride away, with clear water suitable for swimming and snorkeling.
Ostrvo Sveti Nikola lies about 1 km off the Budva coast and is about 2 km long. It is the largest island along Montenegro's coast, and locals jokingly call it 'Hawaii'. The side facing Budva has several pebble beaches and beach bars. The water is clearer than at the city beaches, making it good for swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. Most of the island is protected woodland, and there is a small chapel on it. In summer, taxi boats depart from the Budva old town pier or Slavic Beach and take about 10–15 minutes, with a round trip costing a few euros. Sunbeds are charged separately. In the off-season, boats mostly stop running, so bring drinking water and sunscreen.
Opening hours
Summer daytime (ferries approx. 09:00–19:00)
Nearby sights
- Bečići Beach
- Budva Old Town
- Dancer Statue of Budva
- Slovenska Beach
- Mogren Beach
- Podmaine Monastery
- Sveti Stefan
- Pržno