Albania · Fishing Tours

Fishing Trout in Albania - Just 1 hour driving from Tirana

11 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Tiranë. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day nature, hiking, and trout fishing experience from Tirana
02 Visit the Source of the Queen Mother in the Qafshtama area
03 Hike to Red Mountain Peak in Qafshtama National Park
04 Enjoy trout fishing at the Mati River
05 Private air-conditioned transport included
06 Lunch and fishing equipment provided

Escape Tirana for a full-day outdoor adventure that combines nature, hiking, and trout fishing in Albania. Set in the Qafshtama area, this experience takes you into a scenic landscape of mountain views, fresh air, and clear waters for an active day in the countryside.

Along the way, visit the Source of the Queen Mother, known for its clean water and local legend, then hike through Qafshtama National Park to Red Mountain Peak. After time in nature and a rewarding trek, enjoy trout fishing by the Mati River with equipment and lunch included.

Escape Tirana for a full-day outdoor adventure that combines nature, hiking, and trout fishing in Albania.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Tirana

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Our guide will meet you at the meeting point / hotel at 08:00 am . After 1 h 30 min you will arrive in Qafshtama area and the first stop is at Source of the Queen Mother , known for its clean, clear and healthy water. The legend refers to the Albanian Royal Family, allegedly daily supply from this water source would be after of a laboratory in Vienna had awarded it as the best water in the country in 1932 by performing laboratory tests.

After that you will start hiking to the Qafshtama National Park on the highest peak - Red Mountain Peak .

Hiking takes 2 hours up and 1.30 hours down - Medium level

After hiking and enjoying the great nature of Qafshtama National Park you will return back in Tirana .

The route