Packrafting / Hiking / Climbing
Pack Raft, climb and hike in the hidden Europe
Escape civilization and explore the mountains, gorges, and rivers of a hidden gem of Europe.
Duration
8 Days
GROUP SIZE
Up to 14 people
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel / Guest House
MEETING POINT
Tirana International Airport
SEASON
March—November
DIFFICULTY
Moderate
No rafting or hiking experience is needed, just a reasonable level of fitness and the ability to handle 3-5 hours of activity a day.
From
€1360
Cancel up to 31 days before departure and we'll transfer your deposit into credit for a future booking.
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The region is a diverse landscape of rugged hills, high cliffs, and endless, rolling agricultural land. The Mediterranean climate is perfect for growing grapes and other fruits. It's the ideal place to get off the beaten path and have a unique Balkans experience.
Visas :Albania & Kosovo
No visa required for most nationalities, including UK passport holders, most other EU nationalities, US, Canadian, Australian and New Zealand.
Vaccinations: Albania and Kosovo
There are no specific health risks.
A Company you can Trust
- included
- Guides
Expert, friendly, English-speaking guides.
- Accommodation
3 nights in a mountain cabin and 4 night in hotels
- Meals
Natural, fresh food.
- Transfers
You’ll be transferred from and to Tirana International Airport Airport
- Equipment
Everything you need for pack rafting and camping is provided.
- not included
- Flights to and from the meeting point
- Some meals as described
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Food
Food in our region is very diverse and greatly influenced by its neighbouring countries. It 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 cheese pie made with thin pastry called Fli and freshly caught fish served in a Mediterranean style. Many dishes are served with wine from one the local vineyards.
- Accomodation
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Arrival at Tirana Airport
Departure to Shkodra
Accommodation in a hotel Tradita
19:30 Welcoming dinner
DAY 2
9:00 Breakfast
10:00 Pack rafting in Shkodra lake
12:30 Fish based lunch
17:00 Sunset hike to Rozafa Castle
Free evening to explore the city by your own
Optional tour: Visit of the Venice Art Mask Factory
Venice Art Showroom Exclusive production of baroque hand crafted luxury Venetian masks in paper mache and ceramic.
DAY 3
7:00 Departure to Koman
9:00 Ferry ride to Fierza and packaged lunch
14:00 Pack rafting in Valbona river
18:00 Accommodation in Valbone, Jezerca guesthouse
19:30 Traditional Dinner
DAY 4
7:00 Breakfast
Full day hiking in Valbona with lunch in a guest house
19:00 Dinner at Jezerca guesthouse
DAY 5
5:00 Breakfast
6:00 Hiking to Jezerca Peak
Packaged lunch
19:00 Back to Jezerca guesthouse and traditional dinner
DAY 6
7:00 Breakfast
8:00 Departure to Gjakova
9:30 City tour
12:30 Typical lunch
14:00 Arrival in Prizren and accommodation in hotel Prizreni
15:00 Hiking toward the Castle, Chestnuts Trail (3 hrs)
19:00 Free evening to explore the city by your own.
DAY 7
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Pack rafting in White Drin Canyon
Packed lunch
17:00 Drive to Rahovec (40 min) and visit of the wineries with dinner
DAY 8
9:00 Breakfast
10:00 Via ferrata Panorama in Prizren (2 hrs)
Good bye lunch
Back to Tirana International Airport (3 hrs)
- What is included?
✓ Professional English speaking guide
✓Transportation with SUV, minivan
✓ First aid equipment
✓ Accommodation
✓ Pack rafting and Camping equipment
✓Airport transfer
- What is not included?
✕ Flights to and from the meeting point
✕Dinner on day 2 & 6.
✕Hiking boots and sticks, personal clothing.
✕Personal expenses.
✕Travel insurance.
- What should customers pack?
✓ Jacket or fleece in case of cold or rainy weather.
✓ Swimming suit and towel.
✓ Small rucksack for carrying personal items.
✓ Sun protection.
- Private Room upgrade (upon request)
30 Euro/person.
- Price for an additional night pre/post trip?
45 Euro/person.
Minimum 6 persons and maximum 14 person.
Please let us know of any dietary requirements in advance so we can cater to these.
The best months for experiencing this tour are April to June and September to November when the weather is warm and sunny, reaching temperatures of around 30 degrees.
The children can join only private trips. They should have at least 15 years old.
Previous experience, medical conditions, weight, dietary requirements.