Packrafting / Biking
Packraft and hike around the UNESCO listed Ohrid lake
Explore one of the world’s oldest lakes and one of the most uniques sources of biodiversity in Europe through a long weekend of pack rafting and hiking.
Duration
4 Days
GROUP SIZE
Up to 14 people
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel
MEETING POINT
Ohrid airport
SEASON
March—November
DIFFICULTY
Moderate
No rafting or hiking experience is needed, just a reasonable level of fitness and the ability to handle 3-6 hours of activity a day.
From
€490
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 perfect 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
3 nights in a hotel
- Meals
Natural, fresh food.
- Transfers
You’ll be transferred from and to Ohrid 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
- Transfer
Your trip starts and ends at Ohrid International Airport where you will meet the Active Albania guide.
- 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 leek pie made with thin pastry called Byrek, Musaka, Ajvar and freshly caught fish served in a Mediterranean style. Fish dishes are often flavoured with white vinegar and many dishes are served with wine from one the local vineyards.
- Accomodation
Hotel Tino
Ohrid, North Macedonia
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DAY 1
Arrival in Ohrid airport
Cycling to city center (Distance: 11km, ascent 30m, duration 1h)
Accommodation in the hotel
17:00 Pack Packrafting to Kaneo
18:30 Dinner at Letna Terasa Kaneo Restaurant
Walk back to hotel or packrafting in the evening
Overnight in Hotel Tino, Ohrid
DAY 2
Transfer to Pogradec
8:00 Transfer to Pogradec (40 km, 1h)
13:00 Tushemisht – Peshkepi hiking (3 hrs, 11 km)
Home made lunch in a guesthouse in Peshkepi village
15:00 Transfer and pack rafting in Drilon park
18:00 Fish based dinner
19:30 Transfer to Ohrid (40 km, 1h)
Overnight in Hotel Tino, Ohrid
DAY 3
Transfer to Galicica
9:00 Transfer to Galicica (39 km, 1h) (The road is closed in winter, sometimes till April)
10:00 Hiking to Lako Signoj peak (view of both lakes) (Distance: 3 km, ascent: 400 m, duration 2h)
12:00 Transfer to Stenje (17 km, 30 min)
13:00 Lunch at Hotel Riva (local fish)
14:00 Packrafting from Stenje
17:30 Transfer to Carev Dvor (17 km, 30 min)
18:00 Visit to Spirit of Prespa farm
18:00 Dinner at Spirit of Prespa
19:30 Transfer to Ohrid (42 km, 1h)
Overnight in Hotel Tino, Ohrid
DAY 4
Breakfast and transfer to Ohrid Airport (10 km, 30 min) Time to say goodbye.
- What is included?
✓Professional English speaking guide.
✓Transportation with SUV, minivan.
✓ First aid equipment.
✓ Accommodation.
✓Equipment for outdoors activities.
✓ Meals.
- What is not included?
✕Hiking boots and sticks.
✕Personal clothing.
✕Any personal expenses such as drinks.
✕Travel Insurance.
- What should customers pack?
✓Hiking shoes.
✓Jacket or fleece in case of cold or rainy weather.
✓ Swimming suit and towel.
✓Small rucksack for carrying personal items
✓Camera
✓ 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.