Captain Marko
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Captain Marko is a skipper, photographer and blogger on the Bay of Kotor.
Before skippering in Kotor, he drove yachts and worked on cruise ships.
He writes the guides on this blog, from the Blue Cave and Our Lady of the Rocks to Perast and cruise days in Kotor, and he is a passionate photographer.
Writes about
- Bay of Kotor by boat
- Blue Cave
- Our Lady of the Rocks and Perast
- Cruise days in Kotor
- Yachting
- Photography
Latest guides

Top 10 Must-Do Activities in Kotor for First-Time Visitors
From climbing the ancient fortress walls to exploring the Blue Cave by speedboat, here are the top 10 activities every first-time visitor to Kotor should experience.

Perast, Montenegro: Is It Worth Visiting? 2026 Guide
Everyone who searches "Perast" ends up asking the same three questions: what is it, is it worth the trip, and how much time do you actually need. Here are honest answers plus the history that made 12 sea captains famous.

Our Lady of the Rocks: How to Visit the Island from Kotor
A 574-year-old tradition of sailors dropping rocks at the same spot turned an underwater reef into one of Montenegro's most photographed landmarks. The full story of Our Lady of the Rocks — the 1452 legend, the Fašinada ceremony, and how to visit in 2026.

Blue Cave Montenegro: Hours and How to Visit from Kotor
The Blue Cave glows turquoise for only a few hours each day, and most visitors arrive at the wrong time. Full physics, real 2026 departure times from Kotor, and how to time your visit — from the captains who run the route daily.

Blue Cave, Mamula & Lady of the Rocks: One Kotor Boat Tour (2026)
Most searches for a Kotor boat tour list four landmarks in one breath: Blue Cave, Mamula, Our Lady of the Rocks, submarine tunnel. Here's the tour that actually visits all four in a single trip, what it costs in 2026, and how it compares to the private version.

Henry Cejudo in Kotor: UFC Champion on a Montenegro Boat Day
Henry Cejudo — Olympic wrestling gold medalist and double UFC champion — was in Kotor in June 2026 for an MMA seminar, and he spent part of that week on our boats. Here's what actually happened, and how to book the same crew for your own Bay of Kotor day.
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Travel Guide (13)
- Top 10 Must-Do Activities in Kotor for First-Time Visitors
- Kotor Cruise Port Schedule 2026: Dock or Tender, Busiest Days, and How to Use Your Time Ashore
- Which Airport for Kotor? Tivat vs Podgorica vs Dubrovnik (2026 Guide)
- What to Pack for a Kotor Boat Tour: A Captain's Checklist (2026)
- Kotor vs Dubrovnik: Which Adriatic Bay Deserves Your 3 Days?
- Best Time to Visit Kotor for a Boat Tour: 2026 Guide
- Dubrovnik to Kotor Day Trip: Is the Border Crossing Worth It? (Yes — Here's Why)
- Kotor Boat Tour: The Complete 2026 Traveler's Guide (Captain's Guide)
- The Best Routes and Stops for a Memorable Boat Tour
- Exploring the Gems of the Montenegrin Coast by Boat
- Family-Friendly Activities in Kotor for All Ages
- How to Make the Most of Your Day in Kotor as a Cruise Passenger
- How to Spend 24 Hours in Kotor: A Local's Guide
Destination Story (9)
- Perast, Montenegro: Is It Worth Visiting? 2026 Guide
- Our Lady of the Rocks: How to Visit the Island from Kotor
- Henry Cejudo in Kotor: UFC Champion on a Montenegro Boat Day
- Red Bull Cliff Diving and Kotor: The Boats That Had Orlando Duque on Board
- Mamula Island: WWII Fortress Turned Luxury Resort — And How Travelers See It Today
- Boka Night 2026: How to Watch Kotor's Illuminated Boat Parade From the Water
- Tivat & Porto Montenegro by Speedboat: Yachts, Coffee, and the Quieter Side of Boka Bay
- The Submarine Beneath Boka Bay: What It's Actually Like Underwater
- Sunset in Boka Bay: A Speedboat Golden-Hour Itinerary
Destination Guide (7)
- Blue Cave Montenegro: Hours and How to Visit from Kotor
- Risan: The Bay of Kotor's Oldest Town and Its Roman Mosaics
- Herceg Novi by Boat: The Bay's Western Gate (Captain's Guide)
- Lustica Peninsula by Boat: Blue Cave, Mamula & Žanjic
- Bay of Kotor: The Complete Guide to Europe's Southernmost Fjord
- A Day Trip to Perast: Discovering Montenegro's Charming Seaside Village
- A Complete Guide to Exploring the Bay of Kotor
Tour Guide (6)
- Blue Cave, Mamula & Lady of the Rocks: One Kotor Boat Tour (2026)
- Renting a Speedboat in Kotor: How Private Boat Hire Works (2026)
- Private Boat Charter in Boka Bay: A Captain's Playbook
- Comparing Boat Tours in Kotor: Luxury, Budget, and Family Options
- The Ultimate Guide to Kotor Boat Tours: What You Need to Know
- How to Choose the Perfect Kotor Boat Tour for Your Travel Style
Travel Tips (5)
- Kotor Boat Tour Prices 2026: Every Real Price, No Guessing
- Water Taxi, Boat Tour, or Rental in Kotor: Which One Actually Fits Your Trip
- Zanjice Beach by Boat or Car: The Honest Comparison
- The Best Views of Perast: Bell Tower, Boat, or Roadside Pull-Off
- Perast by Boat or by Car: Which Actually Gets You There Faster