Hi there friends! Welcome to the beautiful Bay of Kotor, right by the Adriatic Sea.
I absolutely love spending time on my boat and sharing my connection with the sea and coast with my guests. Conversations about history and current affairs are something I genuinely enjoy, ensuring that guests receive interesting and useful insights. I also adore exploring Kotor‘s beautiful coastline—knowing every corner—and I’m happy to guide you on our boat tours to any spots you wish to visit, whether you are a history and culture enthusiast or an adrenaline seeker looking for activities like cliff diving and snorkeling.
About the Boat
My boat, the spacious Gozzo 810, is ideal for family outings and gatherings with friends. It comfortably accommodates up to 12 guests and features:
A cabin with a restroom
Small boarding ladders for easy access from the sea
A compact shower
A wide bimini canopy covering the stern
A sun-deck where you can relax and soak up the sun
Family Experience
When children are among the guests, my daughter happily joins as my little assistant. She likes to chat with you, and show her water tricks, encouraging other kids to swim, jump, and snorkel, ensuring everyone has a delightful time.
Lara with a bucket full of freshly caught fish (2022)
On-Board Services
On board, we offer complimentary beverages—water, juices, and rakija. Upon request, we can also prepare local delicacies for you to sample.
Craft Your Ideal Tour
Here is the list of the most popular boat tours in Kotor Bay area that I recommend you take a look at, so you can get an idea where to go and how to make the most of your day.
One of our most popular tours is the fishing adventure combined with sightseeing. Guests experience the thrill of fishing, and after a successful catch (which I clean beforehand), you can take it to your accommodation to prepare a delightful lunch or dinner. If you prefer a more relaxing break, I’ll gladly recommend a great restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious meal made from your catch at an affordable price.
Blue Cave Tour
Blue Cave Tours
Explore beyond the bay and immerse yourself in stunning blue hues.
If you’d like to explore beyond the Kotor Bay, I wholeheartedly recommend a visit to the Blue Cave. As this is a popular destination, I advise an early morning departure to avoid crowds and to fully experience the unique light effects inside the cave. Immersing yourself in the stunning blue hues contrasting with the cave’s dramatic walls is truly unforgettable, and nearby smaller caves offer similar thrills.
Gourmet Excursions
If you are interested in a laid-back option for swimming and tasting food and wine, then I recommend visiting a shellfish farm, where you can try local specialties made from shellfish and fish, or the raft, which prides itself on having the only underwater winery. The raft is particularly popular because you can easily combine dives into the clear sea with enjoying food and drink.
Food and Wine Tasting Tour
Savor great food on a raft, in the shade, with a refreshing dip in the sea.
We can arrange a boat tour of the islands within the Kotor bay. Particularly fascinating are the human-made islands, such as Our Lady of the Rock and St. George’s Island, which are steeped in enchanting stories and legends that I will be delighted to share with you.
Our Lady of the Rocks and Perast
A captivating man-made island and a beautiful tradition.
Speaking of historical attractions in the bay, I recommend visiting also the Roman mosaics in Risan and then embarking on a short adventure to explore the Lipci cave, which houses prehistoric drawings. This tour offers you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the region’s history.
Lipci Cave and roman Mosaics
Ancient hunting scenes and grandeur of antic Rhizinium
During all our summer trips, we take breaks for swimming and snorkeling in the crystal-clear sea, as well as for meals and relaxation—always adapting to what interests you most.
Beaches and Coves
Steep and sharp cliffs and small beaches – it’s up to you to decide.
One popular tour is a visit to the sandy St. Mark’s Island in Tivat Bay, where you can enjoy shallow, clear waters and even spot protected species such as sea turtles that have recently been nesting here. In the Tivat and Herceg Novi Bay area, I also recommend touring luxurious marinas:
Porto Montenegro – perfect for shopping and a meal break
Porto Novi – another prestigious marina worth visiting
Porto Montenegro Boat Tour
Enjoy a refreshing swim, then indulge in luxury shopping.
We also offer leisurely boat rides that allow you to appreciate the abundant marine life—from colorful fish and sea turtles to families of dolphins. The best time to spot these creatures is early in the morning, when the calm waters and absence of engine noise allow for a natural viewing experience. By choosing Kotor Boat Tours by Captain Ivan, you also contribute to the recovery of the bay’s ecosystem and the preservation of these beautiful and important species. In essence, all our tours fall under wildlife conservation tours, and we invite you to play your part in nature conservation.
We promise to pick you up and return you to your preferred location along the coast, ensuring the highest level of safety with all the necessary equipment and strict adherence to current regulations. We guarantee 100% enjoyment and satisfaction—our leisurely boat tours, especially during the summer, are the perfect way to spend time at sea and make every moment count.
Our Google Reviews
Aliona Chertash
2025-02-01
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Thank you for amazing experience captain 🧑✈️
Our boat trip and fishing experience were absolutely amazing! The captain went above and beyond to make sure we caught as much fish as we wanted. It was an incredible experience—we caught plenty, released some, and the captain even cleaned and prepared the rest for us. He took the time to explain how to cook it for dinner, making the entire experience even more special. Truly unforgettable! Highly recommend!
Junhao Pu
2025-01-14
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Really good experience!
Logan K
2024-11-07
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We had the best time in Captain Ivan’s boat tour. If you’re in the area, you NEED to do this. By far the most fun thing we did in Montenegro. Extremely fair price.
Katie Kennedy
2024-11-07
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We had an incredible day on the water with Captain Ivan! He is truly the best of the best—passionate about his country, the environment, and creating an unforgettable experience for his clients. Captain Ivan's knowledge of the area's history and his love for the local culture shine through in every story and recommendation he shares. He took us to the most beautiful, secluded spots and even introduced us to some hidden gems we never would have found on our own. The whole day felt relaxed and at our pace; we fished, explored, and saw everything we wanted to see and more, without ever feeling rushed. This day on the water was the highlight of our trip, and we couldn’t recommend Captain Ivan more highly!
Sion Kim
2024-10-26
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The best fishing experience you will never have anywhere else!
Ivan is really professional, knowledgeable and guarded with a good personality and sense of humor
His boat was very clean and well equipped and the rods and bait he provided were top notch.
I have fished elsewhere but this is the first time I have ever had a fishing experience where Ivan took care of every detail, helped me and made sure I had the best possible outcome and memories.
Ivan was constantly checking on our rods and bait to make sure we had the best possible outcome and process.
If we missed a fish, he taught us the techniques to catch it again.
(It was the first time I've ever been fishing for 3 hours and not had a fishy odor from bait or fish on my hands or body. He treated us like princesses lol)
We started fishing early in the morning and rode on Ivan's boat for about 10-15 minutes to his fishing spot, the view of the surroundings was beautiful and serene.
We were very happy to catch a lot of fish and Ivan cleaned them fresh and made ready to cook them when we got back to our place. It was so much fresher and tastier than any restaurant. (If you can't grill it at your place, I heard he can arrange to have it at a nearby restaurant.)
If you've never fished before and want to try it or learn, this would be the perfect opportunity. If you love fishing, it's even better.
If Montenegro was closer to my home, I would do it every two weeks
I would go back to Montenegro again because of Ivan's fishing boat
I would love to do other kinds of tours with Ivan besides fishing tours.
My happiest and most precious memories of Montenegro!
Highly recommended if you want to make special memories in Montenegro!
Thank you and miss you, Ivan! Hope to see you again in the future
Niclas Wasström
2024-09-23
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Thanks for a Nice tripp on the sea on your boat.
jack harvey
2024-09-16
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Captain Ivan provided the ideal start to our first trip to Montenegro.
Amazing full day out on the water exploring the rich culture of Kotor Bay. Ivan really does cater to all with his incredible knowledge of the local history and recommendations for the best spots to swim and eat.
Well worth every penny for the experience and wouldn’t hesitate to do again.
Tieske Schroer
2024-08-28
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Captain Ivan went out of his way to find us another time slot when the weather ruined our original boat trip booked.
We went on an amazing private boat trip. Ivan told us lots about the history of the Kotor bay area and pointed out interesting things to see along the way. We stopped at the Our Fair Lady Island and also made a snorkeling stop by a shipwreck, which was really cool.
He had drinks on board and made sure we had an amazing time, even though we didn't see any dolphins. Would 100% recommend! Would love to come back in winter time and make use of Ivan's hiking tips
Gertjan Snel
2024-08-27
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Had a very nice morning, fishing together with my nephew. Garanteed catch, in the most beautifull place. Thanks again Ivan
Katie Walker
2024-08-24
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Captain Ivan was absolutely amazing and was a highlight of our travels across Croatia and Montenegro. His knowledge and sharing of both stories and history of the bay was a highlight and I urge you to book a tour as I’m sure he gets booked up super fast. We will be back and thank you Ivan, we love every minute. Katie & Gianluca
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