Shen Vasil Bay

Shen Vasil Bay – Nature with Comfort

Unlike many completely wild bays in the area, Shen Vasil offers a rare combination of natural beauty and organized comfort. With a small pier, a seaside restaurant, and sunbeds with umbrellas operated locally, this bay allows guests to enjoy the wilderness of the Albanian Riviera without sacrificing convenience.

Shen Vasil Bay on the Karaburun Peninsula, featuring a quiet pebble beach with visitors relaxing and swimming, backed by dense green forest and rolling hills along the coastline.
Shen Vasil Beach on the Karaburun Peninsula, with clear turquoise water along a white pebble shoreline, sun umbrellas arranged in a row, and green hills rising in the background under a bright blue sky.

A Protected Bay with Easy Access

The presence of a pier makes docking smooth and organized compared to other rocky stops along the peninsula. This is particularly appreciated by:

  • Families

  • Guests who prefer stable boarding

  • Travelers who want easier access to the shore

It allows boats to approach safely while maintaining the natural atmosphere of the bay.

Shen Vasil Bay – Swim, Relax and Dine by the Sea

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Restaurant at the Bay

There is a restaurant in Shen Vasili Bay where visitors can enjoy various foods and drinks. In this bay there is a beach where sunbeds and umbrellas are available for a fee.

Shen Vasili Bay is one of the destinations most frequented by the tourists because of the restaurant and other services offered at this destination.

The Bay offers numerous serene spots where visitors can relax, sunbathe, or enjoy a leisurely picnic.

This makes it an ideal longer stop during a boat tour, especially for guests who want to combine swimming with lunch by the sea.

Unlike remote stops such as Dafina Bay, Shen Vasil offers the possibility to relax with food and drinks in a comfortable setting.

Aerial view of Shen Vasil Beach on the Karaburun Peninsula, showing a curved pebble shoreline lined with sun umbrellas and clear turquoise water, with boats docked at a small pier on the right side.

Swimming and Snorkeling

The water remains crystal clear and calm, typical of the Karaburun Peninsula. Visitors can:

  • Swim in turquoise Ionian waters

  • Snorkel along the rocky sides of the bay

  • Relax near the shore in shallow areas

Because the bay is naturally protected, sea conditions are often smoother compared to open coastline sections.

Shen Vasil Beach on the Karaburun Peninsula, with rows of sun loungers and straw umbrellas along a white pebble shore, visitors relaxing and swimming in clear shallow water, and green hills rising behind the beach facilities.

Exploring Shen Vasil

Shen Vasil Bay promises a thrilling adventure, with plenty of activities to suit various tastes:

  1. Hiking: The hills and cliffs surrounding the bay attrack hikers and nature lovers. Hidden beaches and coves await those who venture inland.

  2. Boat Trip: Renting a boat or joining a local tour is an excellent way to discover the bay. The coastline’s dramatic beauty is best appreciated from the water, where you can encounter even dolphins during the boat trip.

  3. Snorkeling and Diving: The bay’s crystal-clear waters make it an underwater paradise. Snorkeling and diving enthusiasts can explore the fascinating marine life.

  4. Relaxation: Shen Vasil Bay offers numerous serene spots where visitors can relax, sunbathe, or enjoy a leisurely picnic.

Shen Vasil Beach on the Karaburun Peninsula, featuring a white pebble shoreline with clear turquoise water, small boats moored along a concrete pier, and green hills stretching across the background under a bright sky.