Hiking tour of Komani Lake Valbona and Theth in four days

Hiking tour of Komani Lake Valbona and Theth in four days

Most travelers describe the Komani Lake ferry ride as “one of the best experiences” while visiting the Balkans. The tour to Koman Lake, Valbona and Theth is hiking and adventure tour program offers participants a combination of wild nature, unforgettable ferry ride through the heart of the Albanian Alps, unmatched hospitality and untamed views. During these four days you will be spoiled for choice from the amazing views of Northern Albania, combining a variety of exciting outdoor activities with plenty of time to soak up the local culture.

Itinerary

Day 1: Tirana – Komani Lake – Rural Village

Pass By: Choose Balkans - Albania Tour Operator, Rruga Reshit Çollaku, Tirana, Albania
Our journey towards Komani Lake begins early in the morning at 05:00 am.

Stop At: Vau i Dejes, Vau i Dejes, Shkoder, Shkoder County
Our tour guide will come and pick you up at your hotel in Tirana. As we take the turn from the main road to Vau i Dejës the area becomes more rural with fewer cars but more wild nature and amazing landscapes. We will stop for a short break by Vau i Dejes Lake, a beautiful and tranquil setting, and from here on we will experience local transport over bumpy roads but with a great view.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Komani Lake, Koman Albania
At 09:00 we get on a local boat (this destination is only reachable by boat) that will take us through Komani Lake. It is considered by many as an exotic experience combined with the unmatched hospitality of the locals. We arrive at a rural village at about 10:30 (somewhere in the middle of the Lake). After settling ourselves in this small village, we will explore the homestay and learn more about local life. At around 12:30, we will have a chance to enjoy a delicious traditional lunch on both days of the tour.
Here is where we begin our kayaking exploration of the area along the lake.
Duration: 5 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in a traditional guesthouse at Komani Lake in a small village.

Day 2: Rural village – Valbona Valley

Stop At: Valbona Valley National Park, Valbona Albania
Waking up with such a magnificent view of Komani Lake and the Albanian Alps will make you want to stay longer, however, after breakfast we will have to continue our journey to other astonishing wonders. Our next destination will be Valbona Valley National Park.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Kukaj, Albania
After a delicious traditional lunch, we explore the area hiking up to Kukaj from where we admire the so-called Crown of the Albanian Alps, Valbona Valley and the Accursed Mountains.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in a guesthouse in Valbona.

Day 3: Valbona Valley - Valbona Pass – Theth

Stop At: Valbona Pass, Rruga Azem Hajdari, Bajram Curri Albania
Trekking to Theth from Valbona will be an intense day as the walk takes about 6 to 8 hours (about 1050m elevation) in a remote terrain, nevertheless unquestionably worthy! The Valbona pass to Theth offers a spectacular view of the Balkan Peaks and “Bjeshket e Nemuna”. When reaching on the top of Valbona Pass you will experience a serious shot of adrenaline.
Duration: 8 hours

Stop At: Theth, Theth, Shkoder County
On our descent to Theth we will pass through some beautiful landscapes and wild forests.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in a guesthouse in Theth.

Day 4: Theth – Grunas Waterfall – Theth - Tirana

Stop At: Grunasi Waterfall, Theth Albania
We will enjoy our last traditional breakfast at the heart of the Albanian Alps. We hike from Theth to Grunas Waterfall (about 1-hour hike).
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Theth, Theth, Shkoder County
On our way back we visit the old Church and the “Lock in” Tower (symbol of Theth) and its fascinating story in centuries. We will experience local transport riding through a steep sneaky hillside reaching up to 1700m above sea level at Qafa e Thores. They say this is the spot with the best picture – perfect view of the Albanian Alps.
Duration: 3 hours

Pass By: Shkodra Lake, Shiroka, Shkoder Albania
The elaborated zigzag road through the mountainous terrain smoothens down little by little taking us towards Shkodra Lake. Our driver will be waiting for us in Shkodra, taking us back to the modern and dynamic metropolitan capital city of Albania, Tirana, where we will arrive in the late afternoon. You will return home full of the wonders of Albania, with a new sense of self-excitement to share with those around you.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.