Sakarun's shallow turquoise cove, backed by pines, is the Adriatic's answer to the Caribbean — best experienced at sunrise before beach clubs and buses arrive.
What to expect
You're picked up at the port before 8am for the scenic 30-minute drive across the island's spine. Sakarun's shallow, pale-blue bay is nearly empty this early, ringed by pine forest and low dunes. You swim, walk the shoreline, and are back on the ship well before departure.
Good to know
Arrange the driver a day ahead through the tourist office by the harbor; there are no shuttle buses this early, so a private car is the only way to catch it uncrowded.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Sali — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.