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Snorkeling in Karaburun peninsula, Albania (#1/4)
Local lunch in Tomor Mountain (#2/4)
Kayaking in Ulza Ecopark (#3/4)
River hiking in the spectacular Osumi Canyons (#4/4)
Kayak, Snorkel and Hike Canyons in Albania
Berat, Albania | Eco ToursStarting at $594 per trip pp
Activity/Tour
The Republic of Albania is a mountainous and green country that's only now appearing on many travellers radar thanks some of the best and least developed beaches on the Mediterranean. Destinations on this trip include the countries capital, Tirana, home to a thriving café culture, the Karaburun peninsula, at the heart of the Karaburun-Sazan National Marine Park, the UNESCO world heritage site of Berat, The Osumi gorge, whose unique ecosystem keeps it green all year round, the Tomorr National Park and Ulza Regional Park, known for its green tourism and lovely man made lake.
Start point
Tirana Airport
Your adventure begins at Tirana Airport (TIA) with your airport transfer. Please schedule your flight to arrive more than 30 minutes before this time. You will meet your host and fellow adventurers in the arrivals area.
Note - for trips departing before 1 April 2019 - please contact us before booking your flights so we can advise the best option. You will be collected from the airport on arrival.
Finish point
Tirana Airport
At the end of your adventure, you will be dropped back at Tirana Airport (TIA), and you are free to book any flight.
What to Expect
This is the itinerary for departures after 1 April 2019. For departures before 1 April 2019 - days 1 and 2 are condensed. Please contact us for more details.
Day 1: Arrival into Tirana
Fly to Tirana Airport in Albania and get transferred to your guest house for the night before sitting down for a meal of traditional Albanian food with your fellow adventurers.
Day 2: Kayak Lake Ulza
Drive for around one hour to Ulza National Park and kayak around Lake Ulza, enjoying the fresh air and clear water of this protected nature reserve.
After a lunch of locally caught fish, return to Vlora city for the night, before sitting down for a meal of traditional Albanian food.
Day 3: Protected Waters and Mysterious Caves
After breakfast, we direct to the Adriatic coast.
Explore the beautiful Karaburun peninsula by speedboat, including the Karaburun-Sazan National Marine Park, the only reserve of its kind in the country, home to turtles, seals and dolphins.
Visit the mysterious cave at Haxhi Aliu, used by traders and smugglers for millennia and now a national monument.
Snorkel in a remote bay, sunbathe on an untouched beach and then eat a picnic lunch on the sand.
Departure to Berat and check into your guesthouse, followed by dinner of locally caught fish and seafood.
Day 4: Berat and the Osumi Canyon
Drive for around ninety minutes to the spectacular of Osumi Canyons, 60 km from the ancient fortified city of Berat, A UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit the Osumi Canyon, one of the most spectacular natural attractions in Europe and swim in a natural pool surrounded by the canyon's unique, green ecosystem.
Hike along the banks of the river Osum through an unspoilt landscape of pine forests and river plains, visiting local landmarks like the Crocodile Head, Love Waterfall and Devils Gate.
Return to Berat. Tonight you are free to explore the town and eat in any of the local restaurants (dinner not included).
Day 5: Hike the Tomorr Mountain
After breakfast, take a short drive to the trailhead and then hike into the rugged Tomorr Mountain.
Visit a local family and eat a picnic lunch high above the surrounding landscape, before returning to Berat.
After plenty of time to rest and relax in this lovely city, drive the short distance to the Nurellary/Cobo winery for dinner and a chance to taste some of the countries beautiful wine.
Day 6: Depart for Tirana
For departure before 1st April 2019 - you go directly back to the airport after breakfast to catch your return flight home.
For departures after 1st April 2019 - after breakfast, you depart to Pellumbas Village, Tirana for a hike and Black Cave exploration.
The Cave of Pellumbas, or the Black Cave (Shpelle e Zezë), is about an hour hike outside the village of Pellumbas. The cave itself is approximately 360 meters deep, and inside are impressive stalagmites and stalactites, as well as bats flying around the cave. The inside of the cave is completely dark after single upon entrance. Local lunch in the villages. (Extra payment of 50 Eur/person)
For the afternoon, you will get a short guided tour of Tirana city. You will then get dropped back at the airport in time to get your return flight home.
Start point
Tirana Airport
Your adventure begins at Tirana Airport (TIA) with your airport transfer. Please schedule your flight to arrive more than 30 minutes before this time. You will meet your host and fellow adventurers in the arrivals area.
Note - for trips departing before 1 April 2019 - please contact us before booking your flights so we can advise the best option. You will be collected from the airport on arrival.
Finish point
Tirana Airport
At the end of your adventure, you will be dropped back at Tirana Airport (TIA), and you are free to book any flight.
What to Expect
This is the itinerary for departures after 1 April 2019. For departures before 1 April 2019 - days 1 and 2 are condensed. Please contact us for more details.
Day 1: Arrival into Tirana
Fly to Tirana Airport in Albania and get transferred to your guest house for the night before sitting down for a meal of traditional Albanian food with your fellow adventurers.
Day 2: Kayak Lake Ulza
Drive for around one hour to Ulza National Park and kayak around Lake Ulza, enjoying the fresh air and clear water of this protected nature reserve.
After a lunch of locally caught fish, return to Vlora city for the night, before sitting down for a meal of traditional Albanian food.
Day 3: Protected Waters and Mysterious Caves
After breakfast, we direct to the Adriatic coast.
Explore the beautiful Karaburun peninsula by speedboat, including the Karaburun-Sazan National Marine Park, the only reserve of its kind in the country, home to turtles, seals and dolphins.
Visit the mysterious cave at Haxhi Aliu, used by traders and smugglers for millennia and now a national monument.
Snorkel in a remote bay, sunbathe on an untouched beach and then eat a picnic lunch on the sand.
Departure to Berat and check into your guesthouse, followed by dinner of locally caught fish and seafood.
Day 4: Berat and the Osumi Canyon
Drive for around ninety minutes to the spectacular of Osumi Canyons, 60 km from the ancient fortified city of Berat, A UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit the Osumi Canyon, one of the most spectacular natural attractions in Europe and swim in a natural pool surrounded by the canyon's unique, green ecosystem.
Hike along the banks of the river Osum through an unspoilt landscape of pine forests and river plains, visiting local landmarks like the Crocodile Head, Love Waterfall and Devils Gate.
Return to Berat. Tonight you are free to explore the town and eat in any of the local restaurants (dinner not included).
Day 5: Hike the Tomorr Mountain
After breakfast, take a short drive to the trailhead and then hike into the rugged Tomorr Mountain.
Visit a local family and eat a picnic lunch high above the surrounding landscape, before returning to Berat.
After plenty of time to rest and relax in this lovely city, drive the short distance to the Nurellary/Cobo winery for dinner and a chance to taste some of the countries beautiful wine.
Day 6: Depart for Tirana
For departure before 1st April 2019 - you go directly back to the airport after breakfast to catch your return flight home.
For departures after 1st April 2019 - after breakfast, you depart to Pellumbas Village, Tirana for a hike and Black Cave exploration.
The Cave of Pellumbas, or the Black Cave (Shpelle e Zezë), is about an hour hike outside the village of Pellumbas. The cave itself is approximately 360 meters deep, and inside are impressive stalagmites and stalactites, as well as bats flying around the cave. The inside of the cave is completely dark after single upon entrance. Local lunch in the villages. (Extra payment of 50 Eur/person)
For the afternoon, you will get a short guided tour of Tirana city. You will then get dropped back at the airport in time to get your return flight home.
Age range, type of group
Need to know
What is the food like and can my dietary requirements be catered to?
Albanian food is hearty and healthy, usually based around meat and vegetables much of which is seasonal and sourced locally. Popular dishes include turkey, lamb or goat Pershesh, served with a local bread known as Kulac, a meat and leek pie made with thin pastry called Byrek and freshly caught fish served in a Mediterranean style. Fish dishes are often flavored with white vinegar and olive oil grown in Southern Albania and many dishes are served with wine from one the local vineyards.
What is the weather like?
The best months for hiking and adventure activities in Albania are February to July and September to November when the weather is warm and sunny, reaching temperatures of around 30 degrees. August can be hotter, however this is usually broken up by cool coastal breezes.
What equipment is included?
Active Albania provides:
Kayaking equipment
Snorkeling equipment
River hiking equipment
What experience of fitness do I need?
No previous experience is needed, however a moderate level of fitness is required along with the ability to swim.
Is this trip suitable for children?
Yes! When booking this trip as a private trip, children from the age of 5 can join this adventure.
What flights should I book?
You'll need to arrive into Tirana before lunchtime on day one, or the night before. On day five you can depart at any time.
What should I pack?
Recommended packing includes: - Comfortable boots - Lightweight, breathable clothing that's suitable for hiking - Wind/waterproof jacket - Hat - Warm fleece or jumper - Bath suit - Water bottle - Sunglasses - Sunscreen - Head torch - Insect repellent - Hiking poles - Swimwear - Towel - A small backpack
What is the food like and can my dietary requirements be catered to?
Albanian food is hearty and healthy, usually based around meat and vegetables much of which is seasonal and sourced locally. Popular dishes include turkey, lamb or goat Pershesh, served with a local bread known as Kulac, a meat and leek pie made with thin pastry called Byrek and freshly caught fish served in a Mediterranean style. Fish dishes are often flavored with white vinegar and olive oil grown in Southern Albania and many dishes are served with wine from one the local vineyards.
What is the weather like?
The best months for hiking and adventure activities in Albania are February to July and September to November when the weather is warm and sunny, reaching temperatures of around 30 degrees. August can be hotter, however this is usually broken up by cool coastal breezes.
What equipment is included?
Active Albania provides:
Kayaking equipment
Snorkeling equipment
River hiking equipment
What experience of fitness do I need?
No previous experience is needed, however a moderate level of fitness is required along with the ability to swim.
Is this trip suitable for children?
Yes! When booking this trip as a private trip, children from the age of 5 can join this adventure.
What flights should I book?
You'll need to arrive into Tirana before lunchtime on day one, or the night before. On day five you can depart at any time.
What should I pack?
Recommended packing includes: - Comfortable boots - Lightweight, breathable clothing that's suitable for hiking - Wind/waterproof jacket - Hat - Warm fleece or jumper - Bath suit - Water bottle - Sunglasses - Sunscreen - Head torch - Insect repellent - Hiking poles - Swimwear - Towel - A small backpack
Sleeping and meals
Meals as described in the PROGRAM.
Accomodation
On night one you'll stay in a shared twin room at the Artistic Tirana Guesthouse, a newly refurbished building in the heart of Tirana. On night two you'll stay at a guestohouse in Vlore, located just 150 metres from the nearby beach. On night three you'll stay at a guest house in the beautiful quarter of Mangalem. Mostly of them have free Wi-Fi.
Optional single room supplement is available.
Not Included
The trip fare doesn't include coffee and any kind of drink except water. You'll have extra activities (optional tour) if you choose them, and you'll probably feel like tipping your guides at the end of a fabulous trip, though you won't need to pull out your wallet every few minutes on your Active Albania adventure tour!
Flexibility
We're really flexible and none of our itineraries are written in stone, so if you have a particular interest you'd like to include or you need to leave a trip earlier or join later (at a pro-rated fare), just let us know and we can almost always make it happen. Likewise, all adventure travel requires a certain amount of flexibility and we sometimes have to make minor changes to the activities because of weather and availability, but we have plenty of options up our sleeve.
Accomodation
On night one you'll stay in a shared twin room at the Artistic Tirana Guesthouse, a newly refurbished building in the heart of Tirana. On night two you'll stay at a guestohouse in Vlore, located just 150 metres from the nearby beach. On night three you'll stay at a guest house in the beautiful quarter of Mangalem. Mostly of them have free Wi-Fi.
Optional single room supplement is available.
Not Included
The trip fare doesn't include coffee and any kind of drink except water. You'll have extra activities (optional tour) if you choose them, and you'll probably feel like tipping your guides at the end of a fabulous trip, though you won't need to pull out your wallet every few minutes on your Active Albania adventure tour!
Flexibility
We're really flexible and none of our itineraries are written in stone, so if you have a particular interest you'd like to include or you need to leave a trip earlier or join later (at a pro-rated fare), just let us know and we can almost always make it happen. Likewise, all adventure travel requires a certain amount of flexibility and we sometimes have to make minor changes to the activities because of weather and availability, but we have plenty of options up our sleeve.
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