Radhimë and Orikum are the two seaside centres of the southern bay of Vlore: quieter than the city, long beaches, and a secret advantage few tourists exploit — from here, the bay's best destinations are even closer. If you are staying in this area, this page is your map.
Why depart from the south of the bay
The Vlore promenade concentrates most departures, but it is not the bay's only pier. From Radhimë and the Orikum channel, local operators board directly for the Haxhi Ali Cave (which from this side is very close: you can see it from the beach), the Karaburun beaches and trips around Sazan Island. The advantages are concrete: no transfer into town, often less-crowded boats, and a shorter navigation to the cave and the peninsula. If your accommodation is between Radhimë and Orikum, leaving from here gives you back an hour of your day and zero parking stress.
The destinations from the south bay
Haxhi Ali Blue Cave: the natural stop from this shore — 15–20 minutes by boat from Orikum. Karaburun beaches: the peninsula's wild coves are right in front of you. Sazan Island: the island loop stays comfortable, just slightly longer than from Vlore city. Grama Bay: even the full days to the queen cove can be organised with south-bay boarding on request — the route is arguably more logical, running the whole peninsula in one direction.
Indicative prices 2026
| Trip from the south bay | Duration | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Haxhi Ali Cave from Radhimë/Orikum | 1.5–2 hours | from €25 per person |
| Karaburun beaches | 4–5 hours | from €30 per person |
| Combo Sazan + cave + beaches | 4–5 hours | from €30 per person |
| Private boat with skipper (south boarding) | flexible | from €400 per group |
Prices indicative, confirmed exactly on WhatsApp — identical to Vlore city departures. Children 0–10: -30% on shared tours. The exact boarding point (pier or beach) is confirmed in chat.
How to book from Radhimë and Orikum
The mechanism is identical to Vlore city: message us on WhatsApp saying where you are staying (Radhimë, Orikum, or the nearest beach), your date and group size. We reply with the operator boarding closest to you, the exact meeting point and the confirmed price. If for your date the best departure is actually from the Vlore promenade, we will tell you honestly — it is a 15–20 minute drive and sometimes the boat choice is wider.
Bonus: the area deserves a day on land too
Radhimë offers some of the bay's most comfortable family beaches, and the Orikum lagoon with the archaeological site of ancient Oricum is a half-day of culture at almost zero cost. Our suggestion for a week in the south bay: two sea days by boat (a cave + Karaburun trip and a Grama Bay full day), one lagoon-and-ruins day, and a sunset cruise to say goodbye to the bay. We arrange it all in a single chat.
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly do we board in Radhimë and Orikum?
It depends on the operator: some board at the Radhimë pier, others at the Orikum channel or directly from the beach in front of certain hotels. We confirm the exact point on WhatsApp together with the price — no uncertainty on tour day.
Are prices higher than from Vlore city?
No — the indicative prices are the same as promenade departures: cave from €25, bay tours from €30, private from €400. The convenience of boarding near your hotel costs nothing extra.
Can we do Grama Bay departing from Radhimë or Orikum?
Yes, on request — and the route is arguably even more scenic, running the entire Karaburun peninsula. Not every operator offers south boarding: message us and we will tell you who does on your date.
I'm staying in Vlore city: should I drive down to Radhimë to board?
No — for you, boarding on the Vlore promenade remains the most convenient option with the widest boat choice. Radhimë and Orikum departures are designed for those staying in the south of the bay.
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