Packrafting / Hiking / Wild Camping / UNESCO listed Ohrid lake
Pack Rafting Expedition in High Scardus Trail
Set off on a long weekend while paddling and camping under the stars around the UNESCO listed Ohrid lake
Duration
6 Days
GROUP SIZE
Up to 14 people
ACCOMMODATION
Camping
MEETING POINT
Ohrid Airport
SEASON
March—November
DIFFICULTY
Moderate
No rafting or hiking experience needed, just a reasonable level of fitness and the ability to handle 4-7 hours of activity a day.
From
€750
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 & North Macedonia
No visa required for most nationalities, including UK passport holders, most other EU nationalities, US, Canadian, Australian and New Zealand.
Vaccinations: Albania and North Macedonia
There are no specific health risks.
A Company you can Trust
- included
- Guides
Expert, friendly, English-speaking guides.
- Accommodation
Camping
- Meals
Natural, fresh food.
- Transfers
Pick up from Tirana and drop off to Ohrid Airport
- Equipment
Everything you need for pack rafting and camping is provided.
- not included
- Flights to and from the meeting point
- Hiking boots and sticks
- Personal clothing
- 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. Many dishes are served with wine from one the local vineyards.
- Accomodation
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DAY 1 - Arrival
Arrival at Tirana International Airport
Transportation to Pogradec and accommodation in a guesthouse in Tushemisht
18:00 Prepare the equipments and pack the gears for the expedition
20:00 Tasty dinner with natural products
DAY 2 - Pack rafting in Drilon
7:00 Breakfast
8:00 Transfer in Drilon
9:00 Start the pack rafting adventure
12:30 Fish based local lunch
14:00 Other 2 hours of pack rafting
16:00 Transportation to Ohrid
18:00 Accommodation in a guest house
19:30 Traditional dinner
DAY 3 - Pack rafting in Ohrid Lake
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Start paddling to village Trpejca
12:30 Packaged lunch
16:00 Build the camping and prepare the dinner
DAY 4 – Trekking the National Park
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Departure to the starting point to trek Galicica National Park
12:30 Packaged lunch
16:00 Build the camping and prepare the dinner close to a mountain hut
DAY 5 -Pack rafting in Ohrid
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Transfer to the starting point of pack rafting
11:00 Pack rafting to Ohrid
12:30 Packaged lunch
15:00 Transfer to the guesthouse
19:30 Traditional Dinner
DAY 6 -Goodbye
9:00 Breakfast
9:00 Transfer to Ohrid airport and time to say goodbye.
- What is included?
✓ Professional English speaking guide
✓Transportation with SUV, minivan
✓ First aid equipment
✓ Accommodation
✓Airport transfer
- What is not included?
✕ Flights to and from the meeting point
✕Hiking boots and sticks.
✕Any personal expenses such as drinks
✕Clothing suitable for hiking
- What should customers pack?
✓ Jacket or fleece in case of cold or rainy weather.
✓ Swimming suit and towel.
✓ Small rucksack for carrying personal items.
✓ BONUS: Trash Bag.
- 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.
