Tour of Komani Lake & Valbona Valley in 2 days
According to Bradt Travel Guides, the Komani Lake journey is described as “one of the world’s greatest boat trips”. The tour to Komani Lake & Valbona Valley is a special interest hiking and adventure tour program exclusively designed to offer participants the best combination of pristine wild nature, unforgettable ferry ride through the heart of the Albanian Alps, local folklore and traditions. During these two days, you will be able to visit most of the attractions of Northern Albania, combining a variety of exciting outdoor activities with plenty of time to soak up the local culture.
ItineraryDay 1: Tirana / Shkoder– Komani Lake – Valbona Valley National Park Stop At: Tirana, Tirana, Tirana County
Our journey towards Komani Lake begins early in the morning at 05:00 am. Our tour guide will come and pick you up at your hotel in Tirana
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Shkoder, Shkoder, Shkoder County
Our journey towards Komani Lake begins early in the morning at 06:00 am. Our tour guide will come and pick you up at your hotel in Shkoder
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Vau i Dejes, Vau i Dejes, Shkoder, Shkoder County
As we take the turn from the main road to Vau i Dejës the area becomes more rural, with fewer cars but more wild nature and amazing landscapes. We will stop for a short break by Vau i Dejes Lake, a beautiful and tranquil setting, and from here on we will experience local transport over bumpy roads but with a great view.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Komani Lake, Koman Albania
We will get on a ferry that will take us through Komani Lake offering spectacular views of the Albanian Alps, waterfalls, rural villages and wild forests. It is considered by many as an exotic experience combined with the unmatched hospitality of the locals.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: Valbona Valley National Park, Valbona Albania
Our next destination will be Valbona Valley National Park. We will arrive in Valbona and after a break, we will explore the area and admire the so-called Crown of the Albanian Alps.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in a guesthouse in Valbona.
Day 2: Valbona - Shkoder or TiranaStop At: Kukaj, Albania
Waking up with such a magnificent view of the Albanian Alps will make you want to stay longer, but after breakfast we will have to continue our journey to other astonishing wonders. We will hike towards Kukaj village (about 1-hour hike) with a spectacular view of the Balkan Peaks.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Shkoder, Shkoder, Shkoder County
Later we will start our journey back to Shkoder following the same adventures root through the Albanian Alps as the day before.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Tirana, Tirana, Tirana County
Later we will start our journey back to Tirana following the same adventures root through the Albanian Alps as the day before.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Tips are not a must in Albania or the Balkans, however, our recommendation is to tip the tour leader/driver as an international practice to tip good service."
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Please note that due to rapid changes of the pandemic worldwide, measures and governmental restrictions on travel safety might change."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
05:00 AM
Duração: 2 Days
Ponto de partida: 1: Choose Balkans - Albania Tour Operator, Rruga Reshit Çollaku, Tirana, Albania
2: Shkodër, Albania
Traveler pickup is offered
The tour departs from Choose Balkans office at Rr. Reshit Çollaku. On request (at least 12 hours before tour departure) we can pick you up from your hotel in Tirana free of charge.
Airports- Rinas Airport, Tirana Albania
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.