Excursions & day trips
Free Cancellation
Language:
English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 14 Hours 30 Minutes
Do this because
You'll enjoy a round-trip boat tour on Komani Lake and a branch of Shala River
It's a chance to get a close look at Shala River's untouched nature and diverse wildlife
The journey crosses a series of deep gorges and lakes inside the Albanian Alps
There are breathtaking views surrounding you as you hike to a viewpoint
What to expect
Pickup is arranged from your accommodation in Tirana, with designated meeting points for those in Lezha and Shkodra. You'll travel comfortably in an air-conditioned van for roughly 1.5 hours to the first stop. Here, you can grab a coffee, snack, use the facilities, or simply stretch your legs. To maintain a relaxed atmosphere, the guide will only provide a brief overview until after this break.The journey then continues for another estimated 1.5 hours. During this section, the guide will share fascinating insights about Albania, the region, and what's planned for the day while you soak in views of mountains and lakes.After approximately 3 hours of total driving, you'll reach the Komani Lake dam. Following the guide’s instructions, you'll navigate through a short tunnel to board the boat. A scenic 1-hour boat ride across Komani Lake awaits, offering dramatic mountain vistas, verdant landscapes, and crystal clear water - an ideal setting for capturing memorable photos.Upon reaching Shala River, you'll have around 3 hours of leisure time. The guide will point out prime spots for swimming, unwinding, grabbing lunch, or sipping a drink by the river. An optional guided hike to the Shala River balcony for panoramic views is also available.Finally, you'll return by boat and continue back to Tirana by van, making one brief stop for facilities and refreshments.
What's included
Guided tour
Roundtrip transportation
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not included
Food and drinks
What to remember
Accessibility:
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for people with walking problems
No fitness level required. Guests must be in good health conditions to participate in this tour
Minimum age requirement: 4 years
Know in advance:
You’ll receive the final tour details via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour, between 22:30 and midnight. Please check these messages to confirm your final pick-up time
Pick-up times may slightly change depending on the schedule
On the tour day, all communication will be via WhatsApp, so please make sure your phone number is linked to WhatsApp and you have mobile data/roaming enabled
The road is bumpy in some parts due to ongoing construction
Provider
Smart Tour Albania
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
Meeting point:
Hotel pickup service. You will confirm the exact pickup time and place directly with the local provider. You will find the contact details on the voucher after booking. Important: Please walk a short distance (1–10 minutes) to a nearby main street from your hotel. This is usually due to certain hotels being located on narrow streets that the local provider's buses cannot easily access. If your hotel is outside the urban area, you need to come to a meeting point. You’ll receive the final details via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour.