2 days tour to Shala River and Komani Lake

2 days tour to Shala River and Komani Lake

STARTING FROM €90/PERSON

2 Days Private-tour to Shala River and Komani Lake from Tirana

Overview

Life happens on the banks of the Shala river.

A branch on Komani lake, Shala river flows from the up valley of Theth along Shalla valley until meets Komani Lake. Just 60 min driving on Komani Lake and Shala river branch, you will reach this unexpected shore in the middle of nowhere.

This destination is a unique and isolated place, a small paradise hidden in a branch of Komani lake. Tourist has called it Albanian Tajland. This place is the last discovery yet to be discovered.

The exploring by boat gives you an up-close look at its untouched nature, wildlife, and local traditions.

In just two days, you will enjoy the trip by boat on Komani lake and get amazed by the landscape around the lake; swim in the cold waters of the Shala river; have a cold drink relaxing on the shores of the river with great music in the air.

For the most passionates who want to discover the nature can walk along the river, or hike on the trail of Leka’s linden stone, or Shoshi’s Apple village.

The accommodation is in one of the three guesthouses in this area. Eagles land has 11 rooms with a capacity of 35 people with four shared bathrooms in total. All meals are on a fix-menu base and usually on a fish-based menu.

Shala River is a destination for the most adventurous ones, where the commodities and comfort are a missing luxury.

Inclusions

  • Breakfast x1
  • Dinner x 1
  • Lunch x 2
  • Accommodation included: x 1
  • Private Transportation A/C
  • Boat transfer on a round trip.

Exclusions

  • Drinks/Coffees
  • Local Guide
  • Courtesies;

Departure & Return

  • Departure & Return

Hotel Pick-up and Drop off

Departure Time

6:00 AM

Return Time

19:00-20:00 AM

Itinerary

Day 1: Tirana – Komani Lake – Shala River

Stop At: Komani Lake, Koman, Shkoder County

This destination is a unique and isolated place, a small paradise hidden in a branch of Komani lake.

Transport by private car or minivan (depending on the group size) from Tirana to Komani ferry stop, 2.5h;

Transport by boat through Komani lake to Shala river, 1.5h.

Accommodation at the guesthouse. Relax on the sunbeds, enjoy the sound of the river and nature.

Meals included:

  • Lunch
  • Dinner:

Fix menu of three main courses; Fish-based menu or grilled/oven backed meat, appetizers, soup, etc. Traditional Albanian food.

Accommodation included: Overnight at Guesthouse ‘Eagle’s Land’ with a total capacity of 40 beds and four shared bathrooms. All food, bar, and restaurant are indoor.

Day 2: Relaxing and exploring Shala river and return back to Tirana

During the second day, you may enjoy a relaxing time at this fairyland, relaxing on the sun deck next to the river, swimming, and playing in the water in groups or with kids, from the morning to afternoon;

Optional hiking in the surroundings for 1 to 3 hours on your choice. A local guide on the arrangement (extra cost) will show you other hidden natural spots along the river to Stupe or up the mountain toward Leka’s linden stone. Lunch.

Departure time: 15:00 AM (fix time) transfer by boat to Komani ferry stop, 1h trip.

Transfer to Tirana by car.

Optional stop for a Coffee’ break on the way to Tirana, at Dea Bar/Restaurant next to the Komani lake.

Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

Additional Info

  • No hot water for shower;
  • Missing electricity during the night; this place works on self-providing power with the generator.
  • Don’t forget to take sun cream; swimming ware; water shoes.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • 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 is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.

Cancellation Policy

If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Price

Prices from  1 – 1 persons = 230 Euro / personi

Prices from  2 – 2 persons = 145 Euro / personi

Prices from  3 – 4 persons = 120 Euro / personi

Prices from  5 – 8 persons  = 110 Euro / personi

Prices from  9 – 13 persons = 90 Euro / personi

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00355 69 60 15 771

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Reserverations email
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2 days Tour to Theth National Park

2 days Tour to Theth National Park

STARTING FROM €85/PERSON

2 days Tour to Theth National Park

This is a private individual tour without a guide to the heart of Albanian Alps, Thethi National Park.

Overview

This tour was thought and offered by local people of Thethi, who will not provide you just a guide, but you will dive into this local lifestyle and have a unique experience from this remote wild area of Thethi National Park, part of the Albanian Alps. Wild because nature is still untouched, unexplored, and unbeaten paths. In two days you will have the possibility to relax, enjoy the beauty of the main destinations of Thethi, like the waterfall and canyon, the Blue Eye and Stone Groves, the church and the lock-in tower, the accommodation in traditional guesthouses called ‘Kulla’; have a dinner with local homemade and organic food and experience Albanian welcoming in person.

Inclusions

  • Dinner x1
  • Breakfast x1
  • Accommodation x 1
  • Private transportation Tirana hotel door to Thethi guesthouse door
  • Local transfer to blue eye x 1

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Entry ticket to Lock-in tower (extra 2 eur/person)
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks
  • Local guide (optional on extra charge 100 eur x 2 days)
  • Everything else not mentioned above

Departure & Return

  • Departure Point:
    1. Tirana, from Hotel Door.
    2. Shkodra, from Hotel Door.

  • Departure Time
  • 07.30 AM – Tirana

    08.00 AM – Shkodra  

    Drop off: at the guesthouse door in Thethi.

    Return: At the last stop in Tirana, at Zogu i Zi square.

     

Itinerary

Day 1: Tirane – Shkodra – Thethi National Park

The departure from Tirana is from 07:30 AM. After around 4 hours of drive, you will reach Thethi accommodation around 10:30 AM.

Pass By: Qafe e Thores

On the way to Thethi an optional stop could be at Qafe e Thores, at the highest point of the way to Thethi at 1700 m, where you can enjoy the view of the high peaks around.

Stop at: Thethi ValleyStone Groves – Blue Eye

Accommodation around 10:30 AM. Drop off the luggage at the guesthouse.

Meet and greet with the host and continue alone to the attractions as proposed in this tour itinerary.

The Stone Groves of Nderlysa are some rock formations, rose color, created by the abundant flow of black river water descending from the village of Kaprre in Thethi valley, are the first attraction we will meet after 90 min easy walking in the middle of nature along Thethi’s river.

After a short break here, the tour will proceed toward the Blue Eye, for 50 min moderate hiking.

Blue Eye of Theth, placed in Kaprre, is a deep blue water hole in the middle of the woods furnished from the Black River. Until the Blue Eye is a hiking route and takes about 40 to 60 minutes of regular walking. This attraction is an unexpected beauty.

Don’t forget to bring your swimming ware because you can swim at both attractions explained above. 1.5 hours way back at the guesthouse by walking. A local transfer is arranged by us.

Duration: 6-7 hours of total walking time

Difficulty: easy to moderate

Dinner around 7.30 PM

Day 2: Thethi Waterfall – Grunasi Canyon – Lock-in Tower – St. John Church

After the breakfast in the guesthouse, starting at 09:00 AM, you may visit Grunasi Waterfall and Grunasi Canyon. On the way back from these attractions, you will relax in Thethi’s meadows and visit Saint John Church, and the Lock-in Tower (extra charge ticked).

Return at the guesthouse at around 12.00 and be ready for the minivan pick up to Shkodra/Tirana. 

Room Check out – immediately after breakfast.

Duration: 3 hours

Difficulty: Easy

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • 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 is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 5 days in advance of the start date of the experience.

Price

Prices € 260.00/person  – Starting from 2 people

Prices € 220.00/person  – group of 3 – 4 people

Prices € 180.00/person  – group of 5-6 people

We are sorry but cant accept new tour bookings for the moment!
Call now for the best offer

English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771

Send us an email with your details

Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com

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Book in advance to ensure the availability of a professional guide, primarily.

For a more specific request please ask us a quote

Call now for the best offer
English Speaking Phone
00355 69 60 15 771
Send us an email with your details
Reserverations email
info@thethi-guide.com