Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks 1.5h Private Speedboat Tour

Kotor Bay looks best from the water. This private speedboat trip gives you a quick look at the bay’s mountain walls, small villages, old churches, and grand waterfront houses before stopping at Our Lady of the Rocks and Perast. It is a compact way to see two of the bay’s most famous sights without committing to a full-day cruise.

I like the private format, which keeps the experience limited to your own group of up to six people. I also like the tidy route: 30 minutes of sightseeing, 20 minutes on the island, and 40 minutes in Perast. The main consideration is time. Ninety minutes passes quickly, and the stop at Our Lady of the Rocks is especially brief.

The price is $185.83 per group, not per person. That is fair for six people sharing a private boat, but it is a less attractive deal for one or two passengers. Also, check the admission cost for the island church and museum before you go, since the tour details give conflicting information about whether that ticket is included.

Key Points About This Kotor Speedboat Trip

• A private boat for up to six people: You avoid a large group and share the ride only with your own party.
• Two classic Boka Bay stops: You visit Our Lady of the Rocks and Perast, two of the area’s most recognizable sights.
• Thirty minutes of bay scenery: The ride includes views of coastal villages, palaces, houses, churches, sea, and mountains.
• Only 20 minutes on the island: That is enough for a short visit, but not much time for lingering.
• Forty minutes in Perast: You get a useful first look at the old town, with time to walk around at your own pace.
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead: Poor weather can also lead to a new date or a full refund.

Leaving Kotor From Park Slobode

The trip begins at Park Slobode, listed at E65 in Kotor. Pickup may also be possible at another dockable location in the Kotor area, so it is worth confirming the exact meeting point when your booking is accepted.

A skipper welcomes you aboard and handles the boat, fuel, and return trip. The experience includes private transportation, bottled water, WiFi on board, fuel surcharge, and insurance. Those inclusions keep the price easier to understand, since you are not being asked to add a separate fuel charge at the dock.

The boat is a speedboat, not a slow sightseeing vessel. That matters in Boka Bay, where a short ride can cover a useful amount of ground. You will feel the movement of the boat more than you would on a large cruise vessel, but the speed gives the outing its appeal and helps fit two stops into an hour and a half.

The advertised operating hours are 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday, during the stated operating period from April 22, 2024, through June 17, 2026. The actual departure time still depends on availability and the weather.

Thirty Minutes of Boka Bay Views

The first part of the ride is a 30-minute sightseeing cruise through Boka Bay. This is not just a transfer to the first stop. It is a moving introduction to the area, with views of small settlements, waterfront homes, palaces, churches, and steep mountains rising around the water.

From a boat, the bay’s shape makes more sense. Kotor’s old town sits at the head of a long, enclosed waterway, and the contrast between the calm sea and the hard mountain slopes is the central visual feature. You can take in more of that setting from the boat than you can while walking narrow streets.

The skipper explains the sights along the way. This is useful because the ride could otherwise become a pleasant but silent photo stop. The available feedback gives particular praise to the skipper’s explanations, describing the commentary as clear and helpful. Do not expect a long lecture, but you should get enough background to connect the villages and buildings with what you are seeing.

This is also the part where the private setup helps. If your group wants to pause for photographs, ask a question, or simply enjoy the view without a guide addressing a large crowd, the format gives you more breathing room. The exact amount of flexibility is still up to the skipper and the schedule, since the tour has two fixed visits to complete.

Twenty Minutes at Our Lady of the Rocks

Our Lady of the Rocks is the first stop. The island is artificial, and its small church and museum are the main attractions. It sits apart from the nearby island of St. George, creating one of the most recognizable views in the bay.

You have 20 minutes here. That is enough for a quick look inside the church and museum if entry is operating normally, plus a short pause to take in the island setting. It is not enough for a slow visit, detailed viewing of every display, and relaxed photography all at once.

I would treat this as a focused stop. Go directly toward the church and museum, then use any remaining minutes outside. The small size of the island makes the visit easy to manage, but the short schedule means you should not lose time deciding what to see.

There is an important ticket detail to settle before departure. The itinerary information says an admission ticket is included, while the separate exclusions list says Our Lady of the Rocks admission is not included. Because those statements conflict, ask the provider whether the church and museum entrance is covered and budget for a possible additional charge.

That small uncertainty does not change the appeal of the stop, but it does affect the final cost. You will have a better experience if you know in advance instead of reaching the island and finding that an entrance fee is required.

Forty Minutes Wandering Through Perast

After the island, the speedboat continues to Perast. You have 40 minutes to visit the old town, which is the longer of the two stops and gives you more room to walk and look around.

Perast is known for its waterfront setting, old stone buildings, churches, and palaces packed along a narrow strip beside the bay. The town feels very different from Kotor. Kotor has a larger fortified old town with more streets to explore, while Perast is smaller and easier to take in during a short visit.

Forty minutes is a sensible amount of time for a first look. You can walk along the waterfront, study the historic facades, and take photographs of the bay without racing quite as hard as you will on the island. Admission is listed as free for this stop, although any optional purchases or separate attractions are not part of the tour price.

The visit is self-guided according to the supplied details. That gives you freedom, but it also means the skipper’s main explanations come during the boat ride rather than as a dedicated walking tour through Perast. If you want detailed information about individual buildings, use the ride to ask questions before you disembark.

The town is the place to slow down. The boat gets you there quickly, but Perast rewards a simple walk along the shore more than a packed checklist. With only 40 minutes, keep your route close to the waterfront and return to the agreed meeting point promptly.

The Return Ride and the Real Timing

At the end of the Perast visit, the boat takes you back to the starting point. The advertised duration is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, including the sightseeing ride and both stops.

The schedule adds up to 30 minutes of bay viewing, 20 minutes on Our Lady of the Rocks, and 40 minutes in Perast. That is the full 90 minutes, so there is little spare time for delays, extended photo stops, or a leisurely meal. You should think of this as a carefully packed introduction, not a relaxed day on the water.

The short duration is a strength if you have limited time in Kotor. You can see two important places and still have most of the day available for Kotor’s old town or another activity. It is a weakness if you prefer long visits, unhurried meals, or plenty of time inside museums.

A private boat can sometimes make timing feel less rigid, but the listed schedule remains the best guide. Ask about departure and return timing if you have a cruise ship, airport transfer, or restaurant reservation to catch.

Is $185.83 Good Value for Your Group?

The cost is $185.83 for the entire group, with a maximum of six people. That works out to about $31 per person if six people join, before any possible island admission fee or tip.

For a full group, the value is strong. You get a private speedboat, a skipper, fuel, insurance, bottled water, WiFi, and transport back to the starting point. You are also paying for privacy and a direct route rather than joining an unknown group on a larger boat.

For two people, the same price works out to about $93 per person. That can still make sense if you value privacy and have only a short window in Kotor, but it is a more serious purchase. A group of three or four gets a better balance between comfort and cost.

The trip includes no gratuity. Tipping is optional, but you may want to carry some cash if the skipper gives good explanations, handles the ride well, and helps make the short schedule work. The tour also includes bottled water, though you should not treat that as a replacement for planning your own hydration on a warm day.

Since the island admission information is inconsistent, the best value calculation includes a small allowance for that ticket. Confirming the fee before you go is more useful than assuming the lower advertised price is the final total.

Who Will Like This Private Speedboat Tour?

I would recommend this outing to you if you want a quick, private look at Kotor Bay and do not need a full guided day. It suits couples, families, and small groups who want to stay together rather than share a boat with strangers.

It is also a good fit if your time in Kotor is limited. The route covers the bay scenery, Our Lady of the Rocks, and Perast in one compact trip, then returns you to the same meeting area.

Families may appreciate the short format and private boat. The details say most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. Still, young children and anyone uncomfortable with boat movement should consider that a speedboat ride is more active than a large, slow ferry.

The tour is less suited to you if your main goal is detailed museum time. Twenty minutes at the island is tight, and the Perast visit is designed for a walk and first impression rather than a long stay.

It may also disappoint if you expect a highly structured walking tour. The skipper provides explanations during the ride, but Perast is a 40-minute visit rather than a long escorted exploration.

Practical Details Before You Book

You receive confirmation within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Since the trip is private, the boat is reserved for your group once the booking is accepted, but you should still confirm the dock and pickup instructions.

The meeting point is Park Slobode in Kotor, and the experience ends there. Another pickup location in the Kotor area may be possible if the speedboat can dock there. Do not assume every waterfront hotel or apartment has a suitable boarding point.

Good weather is required. If poor weather causes cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time, but cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours ahead are not refunded or accepted.

The posted hours cover the full day, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. That gives you useful choice, but departure times remain subject to availability. If you want a particular time, book early enough to avoid losing your preferred slot.

The tour receives a mobile ticket, so keep the booking accessible on your phone. WiFi is listed on board, but you should not rely on it for every travel need. Meeting instructions and weather changes are best confirmed before you leave your accommodation.

Should You Book It?

Book this tour if you want a private, efficient introduction to Boka Bay and your group can share the $185.83 price. The route is well chosen, the skipper’s explanations add value, and the combination of a boat ride, island visit, and Perast walk gives you a useful taste of the region.

Skip it if you want long museum visits, a slow cruise, or several hours in Perast. The 20-minute island stop is the key limitation, and the possible admission fee should be clarified before payment.

For a group of four to six, I think the price is easiest to justify. For one or two people, book only if privacy, speed, and a fixed return to Kotor matter more to you than getting the lowest possible per-person cost.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The listed meeting point is Park Slobode, E65, in Kotor, Montenegro. Another pickup point in the Kotor area may be possible if the speedboat can dock there.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point in Kotor.

How long is the speedboat tour?

The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

How many people can join the private tour?

The private boat can accommodate a group of up to six people. Only your group participates.

What are the main stops?

The tour stops at Our Lady of the Rocks for 20 minutes and Perast Old Town for 40 minutes. The route also includes 30 minutes of sightseeing around Boka Bay.

Is admission to Our Lady of the Rocks included?

The supplied tour details conflict on this point. One section says admission is included, while another lists Our Lady of the Rocks admission as not included. Confirm this with the provider before departure.

What is included in the price?

The price includes bottled water, WiFi on board, private transportation, the fuel surcharge, and insurance.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted or refunded.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.