Karaburun Peninsula & Haxhi Ali Cave
Gadishulli i Karaburunit / Shpella e Haxhi Aliut
A wild peninsula with almost no roads, and part of a marine national park. Boat trips visit sea caves, hidden bays and ancient inscriptions carved into the cliffs at Grama Bay.
Karaburun Peninsula lies on the west side of Vlorë Bay. It is about 16 km long and has almost no roads. Together with Sazan Island, it forms Albania's only marine national park. In summer, speedboats depart from Vlorë port or Orikum to tour the cliff coastline, including Haxhi Ali Cave (Albania's largest sea cave) and clear small bays. At Grama Bay you can go ashore to see inscriptions carved into the rock by ancient Greek and Roman sailors, and to swim and snorkel. A day trip costs about €25-50 and includes several swimming stops. Check the weather before you go, and bring your own sunscreen and water.
Opening hours
June–September boats depart approx. 09:00
Nearby sights
- Oricum Archaeological Park
- Marmiroi Church
- National Museum of Independence
- Vlorë Lungomare
- Zvërnec Monastery
- Sazan Island
- Muradie Mosque
- Kuzum Baba