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From Tirana/Shkodra: Komani Lake and Shala River Day Trip
1519 ReviewsExplore the beauty of Shala River with a guided tour that helps you make the most of your visit. Since it's reachable only by boat, this river tour is the perfect getaway for nature lovers.
Highlights
- Take a round-trip boat tour on Komani Lake and a branch of Shala River
- Get a close look at Shala River's untouched nature and diverse wildlife
- Cross a series of deep gorges and lakes inside the Albanian Alps
- Feast on a mouth-watering lunch with local and traditional dishes
- Be surrounded by breathtaking scenery as you hike to a viewpoint
Description
We will pick you up from your accommodation in Tirana (for Lezha and Shkodra there is a meeting point). Relax in a comfortable van for a 1.5-hour drive until our first stop for coffee, snacks, stretching your legs, and free toilets. Since it’s an early start, you can also take a nap during this part of the ride. To keep it peaceful, the guide will only share a short itinerary until after the break. From there, it’s about another 1.5 hours of driving. During this part, your guide will share interesting information about Albania, the area, and the tour itself while you enjoy the mountain and lake scenery. Please note that part of the road is under construction and can be a bit bumpy. After around 3 hours in total, we will reach the Komani Lake dam. Following the guide’s instructions, we’ll walk through a 7-minute tunnel to reach the boat. Enjoy a 1-hour boat ride across Komani Lake with stunning views of mountains, greenery, and crystal-clear waters—a perfect time for photos! At Shala River, you’ll have about 3 hours of free time. The guide will show you the best spots to swim, relax, have lunch, or enjoy a drink by the river. You will also have the option to join a short guided hike to the Shala River balcony for another amazing view. After enjoying this natural paradise, we will take the same boat back and meet the van for the return trip to Tirana, including one stop for a short break and toilets on the way. IMPORTANT: Always feel free to ask your tour guide for help or information during the trip. We really want you to enjoy the experience to the fullest and make great memories while you are on the tour!Includes
English-speaking tour guide Hotel pickup from Tirana city Pickup from Shkodra city center at Shkodër bus station (in front of Neptun shop) Pickup from Lezha city (at the roundabout on the main street) Round-trip transportation Boat ticket All entrance feesImportant Information
- PICK UP: If you select the hotel pick-up option, please note that in some cases, you may be kindly asked to walk a short distance (1–5 minutes) to a nearby main street. This is usually due to certain hotels being located on narrow streets where our buses cannot easily access IMPORTANT: You’ll receive the final tour details via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour, between 22:30 and midnight. Pick-up times may slightly change depending on the schedule, so it’s very important to check our message. If you’re asleep when we send the info, just check it in the morning to confirm your pick-up time. MOBILE DATA ROAMING: 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 FITNESS LEVEL: No fitness level required. Participants must be in good health conditions to participate in this tour. ROAD CONDITIONS: The road is bumpy in some parts due to ongoing construction
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