Krorez from the boat
Krorez Beach is the most secluded swim stop on the southern Himara boat tour route, about 16 km south of Himara by sea, past Porto Palermo Bay, with no road access. OpenStreetMap maps an unpaved footpath running within about 220 m of the shore, and a second path of roughly 3.7 km heading north toward Lukovë (Overpass query around 39.9368, 19.9366, run 20 September 2026). No road of any class reaches the cove. For all practical purposes visitors arrive by boat.
The bay's combination of deep clear water, cliff framing, and total solitude makes it the southern equivalent of Saint Andrew's Bay. It justifies a dedicated tour rather than a quick stop.
What the tour looks like
A typical Krorez boat tour from Himara:
- ~30-min run south along the coast (passing Filikuri, Llamani)
- Pass the Porto Palermo peninsula
- Continue south to Krorez Bay
- 30–45 min swim stop
- Return via the same route
Total: ~3–4 hours. Operators don't consistently publish a fixed Krorez price; expect rates similar to the Porto Palermo half-day (€20–40 per person on shared tours, more on private charters). Confirm directly when booking.
Position
Approximate coordinates: 39.935°N, 19.937°E, on the far southern Riviera coast near Lukovë, between the capes of Kapo Qefali and Krorëz and adjacent to Kakome Bay. It is one of the longest-haul stops, well south of Porto Palermo and Borsh.
Why it justifies the trip
Krorez is for travellers who want a quieter alternative to the Porto Palermo half-day. Where the Porto Palermo tour combines castle, tunnel, cave, and a swim stop in 3–4 hours of activity, the Krorez tour is structured around a single long swim at a remote beach.
| Porto Palermo half-day | Krorez tour | |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | History + variety | Solitude |
| Sights | Castle, tunnel, cave | Beach only |
| Crowds | Moderate | Almost none |
| Best for | First-time visitors | Repeat visitors / privacy seekers |
Sea conditions
Krorez sits on the open southern coast, more exposed than Porto Palermo Bay's interior. Operators check sea state before committing, and moderate Sirocco conditions can shorten the tour. In calm weather, Krorez delivers some of the most reliable solitude on the Riviera.
Full beach detail
For Krorez context, beach character, and broader regional info, see the full Krorez guide. This page focuses on the boat-tour angle.
Want to book a Krorez tour? Krorez Beach is reached on extended southbound boat tours past Porto Palermo. Browse Albanian Riviera boat tours on GetYourGuide for operators offering the longer route, with fixed prices and free cancellation.
