Albania · Trekking

3-Day Albanian Alps Trek from Tirana with Valbona to Thethi

4 Days Round trip from Komani Lake Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Sail through Komani Lake's stunning mountain scenery to Fierza Lake
02 Trek the 6-hour path from Valbona Valley to Thethi Valley
03 Discover Thethi's captivating sights, including the historic Church and majestic Grunas Waterfall
04 Explore Shkodra city's serene charm before returning to Tirana

An unforgettable 3-day trip from Valbona to Thethi in the heart of the Albanian Alps. Visit two of Albania's most beautiful valleys as you combine a scenic boat ride, a rewarding hike, and time to swim in one journey. Whether you're an avid hiker, a nature enthusiast, or simply seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, this trek offers a deep appreciation for the untamed beauty of the Albanian Alps and the rich cultural heritage of its mountain communities.

At the lake, we take the boat and sail for 2 hours through outstanding mountain scenery to Fierza Lake.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Shkoder, Tirana, Theth, Valbonë Valley National Park, Theth National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Komani Lake Cruise and Valbona Valley

We start our journey from Tirana to Komani Lake.
At the lake, we take the boat and sail for 2 hours through outstanding mountain scenery to Fierza Lake.
After that, we take our shuttle heading to Valbona Valley.

Day 02

Valbona to Thethi Hike

We start our day early in the morning as we hike from Valbona Valley to Thethi Valley.
The hike is mandatory and is 6 hours long.
Along these 6 hours, we will have plenty of time to rest and, most importantly, to enjoy one of the best parts of Albania, the heart of the Alps.
In the afternoon, we arrive in Theth National Park.

Day 03

Thethi National Park and Return via Shkodra

We start our day by visiting the most interesting parts of Thethi, such as the Church, Grunas Waterfall, and the Blue Eye.
In the afternoon, we start our way back to Tirana with a short visit to Shkodra city.