🇲🇪 Montenegro 70 Nautical Miles 7 Days / 6 Nights Easy / Fjord Sailing

Montenegro: Boka Kotor Fjord — Perast — Porto Montenegro — Budva Riviera

Southern Europe's most dramatic fjord. Medieval fortress of Kotor, luxury superyacht marina Porto Montenegro, island church of Perast, and glamorous Budva.

Featured Yacht for this Itinerary: Benetau Flyer 550 Sun Deck (Beneteau 550 Flyer)
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Departure: Port of Kotor / Porto Montenegro (Tivat)

Route Overview & Cruising Conditions

Sail in the world-famous Bay of Kotor (Boka Kotorska), where towering grey limestone mountains plunge directly into deep sapphire waters. This UNESCO World Heritage site features Venetian Baroque palaces, cobblestone medieval towns, and the luxury resort marina of Porto Montenegro.

Venture outside the fjord into the open Adriatic to anchor under the historic citadel of Budva and the iconic island-resort of Sveti Stefan.

Day-by-day Itinerary Guide

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    Day 1: Kotor (Port of Kotor)

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    Boarding under towering medieval fortress walls. Stroll through cobblestone squares of UNESCO Old Town Kotor.

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    Day 2: Perast & Our Lady of the Rocks

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    6 NM scenic sail in inner bay. Anchor off miniature island with church, visit baroque Venetian captain palaces.

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    Day 3: Porto Montenegro (Tivat)

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    8 NM leisurely cruise. Luxury world-class marina, designer boutiques, infinity yacht club pool.

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    Day 4: Herceg Novi & Blue Cave (Plava Špilja)

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    12 NM sail to bay entrance. Swim in iridescent neon-blue waters of sea cave on Luštica peninsula.

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    Day 5: Bigova Bay (Open Adriatic Coast)

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    14 NM sail into open sea. Quaint secluded fishing village, dinner of freshly caught wild sea bream.

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    Day 6: Budva Citadel & Sveti Stefan

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    16 NM coastal run along Budva Riviera. Anchor in turquoise bay overlooking iconic fortified island resort.

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    Day 7: Kotor Return

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    18 NM grand finale sailing back deep into the fjord. Fueling, debriefing, and farewell dinner.

Featured Yacht for this Route
Benetau Flyer 550 Sun Deck
€171/wk

Benetau Flyer 550 Sun Deck

Beneteau 550 Flyer
1 cab 2 berths 5.7m
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Cruising Essentials

Prevailing Winds
Sheltered fjord breezes 6-12 knots inside the bay; pleasant afternoon Maestral 12-16 knots along the open coast
Best Sailing Season
May to October (Warm calm waters, dramatic green mountains, and historic UNESCO towns)
Licensing Required
ICC, RYA Day Skipper or national skipper license + VHF certificate