Top Saranda Outdoor Activities

See ancient Albanian monuments and stunning landscapes during this small-group tour from Saranda. Enjoy panoramic views from the Ksamil Islands, see the remains of an ancient Roman Theater and a Byzantine Church at the National Park of Butrint, explore the Lekursi Castle, and see the natural monument of Blue Eye Springs over the course of the day. Round-trip hotel transfers are included for your convenience.

You will experience the authentic side of Albania on board of our open top 7-seat Land Rover jeeps, during a day full off colors and emotions. We will be waiting for you at Saranda Port or Hotel and Our professional guide will drive you to an unforgettable tour in the unspoiled beauty of the Albanian Riviera, replete with gorgeous beaches, friendly people and glorious landscapes.

The hot sun welcome’s you into the crystal clear water of Bistrica river. You go back in time as the crawling tree’s, bushes,blue water and sun are all you see around. NO, you are not in the jungle, nor in the Amazon’s but in the river of Bistrica. Just five kilometers away from Saranda , there it is, your gate to an experience as quiet but still wild and challenging in the raft An half a day tour will disconnect you from the people, cars noises and the heat of the city, in exchange you’ll get pure adrenaline. The nature, the lush wilderness, the bushes that struggle with you and the freezing cold water are gonna challenge you to think a way out.

I'm from Saranda. I'm a natural local guide and I'm really passionated to welcome the guests. I have worked many years in guiding turists. Actually I have designed some unique experiences which are totally different in such a great harmony between each other such as knowledges about our culture and traditions, visiting archeological nearby spots and exploring the hidden corners of nature. Every visiting of those spots will be the most of your journey where you can take many pics. That experience is about having awesome fun by discovering the coolest places you haven't seen anywhere. I feel obligated to help my guests enjoy everything and make my tour the highlight of their holidays here. I would like to see them happy, it looks like I've done my job well.

Experience private, tailor-made tour with authentic local flavour. Saranda is a little town with a lovely horseshoe bay and a perfect climate, averaging around 290 sunny days a year. Ksamili, this hidden gem is located on the Albanian Riviera, and it sure is one of the best beach destinations in Europe. Once there, you can enjoy Paradise beaches offering white sand and crystal clear water. It is almost impossible not to like Butrint. The site is so complex, with remains dating from different periods covering 2500 years that everyone is sure to find something which they will remember forever. Even if you are not interested in archaeology, you will enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, the scent of eucalyptus and other trees among the ruins. The Blue Eye is an unusual underwater spring where the clear blue water of the river bubbles forth from a stunning, more than fifty-meter-deep pool. Castle of Lekuresi which dates back to the 16th century features imposing round towers and sweeping views.

This daytrip provides you an unforgettable experience, mixing history and culture with relax and beauties of nature. All-in-one tour that would make you pass through the most important destinations of Sarande area.

The beauty of a dense green forest mixed with the crystal waters of the springs. Also very interesting the presence of a rare insect called "The Blue Dragonfly"

A visit into the most important and beautiful, natural and historical sites of Gjirokastra county. The profesional guide will make this experience unforgettable, mixing history and culture( Gjirokastra Castle, bazaar, traditional Houses and their way of life) with beauties of nature( Natural Park of Blue eye).

Come with us to explore The National Park of “Blue Eye”. It is such an attractive touristic place, located near the Muzinë village, by the national route Delivë –Gjirokastër. It is the largest and most interesting source, among the other 18 springs that flow from Mali i Gjërë, and has been declared a natural monument, under the protection of UNESCO.

Kakome Bay is located on the Ionian Coast, west of the village of Nivica, between cape of Qefali and Akroriza beach. is one of the quietest beaches along the coast, it can be accessed by car, but it is more beautiful by boat. Here lies the sandy beach of Kakome, one of the most beautiful stretches of unspoilt beach that can be found on the Albanian coast. The bay used to be home to an army base and access might be limited during some periods. It has a fine white sand and gravel; the variation of blue sea and the surrounding greenery make it a true paradise. St. Mary's Monastery rises above the hill in the interior part of Kakome Bay, far from the inhabited center.. The position of the monastery and the architectural - constructive level of the remaining buildings testify to its importance and values. The monastery complex consists of churches, towers and a two-storey building used for service facilities.

Into the land of tangerines closer to the ancient city of Butrint we organise the Mandarina Tour, a truly individually guided experience with local farmers and local dishes. Farmers will give us some basic information on how to collect the fruit, how to respect the processes involved and then take part in an age old tradition of picking the delicious fruit. After the wooden crates are full we'll stop and rest, in an idyllic spot where farmers will prepare a sumptuous lunch with traditional fayre: byrek, tava, feta cheese, two kind of petulla, vegetables, three kind of jam, olives, orange juice, water and red wine. The taste of our land is on the table prepared with smiles. The head farmer will then address us with a talk all about tangerines, the history of our village, the productivity of the business and about his passion for the sun blessed fruit.

I'm from Saranda. I'm a natural local guide and I'm really passionated to welcome the guests. Actually I have designed unique experiences which are totally different in a great harmony with each other such as knowledges about our culture and traditions, visiting archeological nearby spots and exploring the hidden corners of nature. Every visiting of those spots will be the most of your journey where you can take many pics. That experience is about having awesome fun by discovering the coolest places you haven't seen anywhere.

Explore Albania and help save the Vjosa; Europe’s last wild, free-flowing river, by rafting it with local activists. 2 days off work. Albania is an undiscovered adventure destination that is steeped in history. Help to preserve its natural biodiversity by experiencing it first-hand, rafting on the Vjosa river. The Vjosa River is under threat by plans to build hydroelectric dams, which could have a devastating impact on the livelihood of the river’s locals and endemic species. Over 3 days you’ll kayak to breathtaking beaches, snorkel in crystal waters, take an adrenaline ride on the free-flowing Vjosa River and hike through Albania’s historic cities and villages. Perfect for:  Those who are looking to explore this up-and-coming adventure hot-spot, and help support it’s growing tourism industry.

On this tour we will explore The National Park of “Blue Eye,” and The Fortress Lekuresi. Both sites are attractive tourist places, both rich in history and beauty.

Gjirokastra's eerie hilltop castle is one of the biggest in the Balkans. There's been a fortress here since the 12th century, although much of what can be seen today dates to the early 19th century. The castle remains somewhat infamous due to its use as a prison under the communists. Inside there's a collection of armoury, two good museums, plenty of crumbling ruins to scramble around, and superb views over the valley.The castle grounds also house a recovered US Air Force jet with an interesting backstory as to how it got here. One is the official Albanian version, the other is the official American version. Both versions are what might today be termed as 'Fake News', but the US version is faker than the Albanian one…

A diverse way to know more about Albanian culture and nature as you kayak along the Ionian coastline from the Butrint amphitheatre to the historic Ali Pasha Castle. Amidst visiting these UNESCO world heritage sites, you’ll be in awe of the magnificent views along the way.§

If you want to have a 100% summer experience, this is the right experience for you! (We can organize different times, you can ask to organize different times) We will meet on a beach near the islands of Ksamil. You will be provided with all the necessary security (leash tied for them to not miss the sup, life jacket, small waterproof bag and more).

If you're looking for an all day hiking adventure, this is the tour for you! We will wake up early in the morning with an innate sense of wonder and desire to explore more.Our 12 km hike will begin around 7:30 a.m. The hike is around 5 hours long, and includes a rest to enjoy the views . One of the most remarkable things about the Llogara Pass is that on the southern side the scenery is very dry and almost desert-like, but the moment you cross over to the northern (cooler and wetter) side, huge old-growth forest dominates.

Combined Tour Car-Hiking-Boattrip Our campsite is the ideal place to enjoy the great outdoors! Enjoy commodities such as camping tents,a fire pit with plenty of firewood! Enjoy grilling, telling ghost stories, and reconnecting with friends or your significant other without the distraction of technology. We start the tour from Saranda at 3-4 pm with our private vehichle and go ahead to Kakome for 30 min.There we have to hike about 30-40 min to see the magical beach of Kroreza This activity lets you enjoy nature and wildlife in this magical place .If there is a completely natural, untouched beach on the Albanian Riviera, it is most definitely the beach of Kroreza.We will stay there for a night (BBQ ,Party,Games,Swim etc) and the next day we have to leave at 10-11 am . This time we have to comeback to Saranda by a boat tour so we will have the chance to see some beautiful attractions like Kepi i Qefalit , Rojdhe Beach ,etc .The boat departs at Limani in the center of the city of Saranda

Experienced drivers on a mission to create a tailored feel of Balkan life for a day. Be it nature lovers, thrill seekers, food enthusiasts; your senses will be tickled!

Blue Eye Day Tour will take you to experience one of the most beautiful hidden gems of Balkans. The blue eye is a valuable place on earth where mother earth hasn’t failed to impress. It is a monument of nature. It has the perfect combination of blue and green. The green of the forest mixes with the blue waters of the spring and gives you an out of this world view. The crystal clear waters of this place will make you feel like magic still exists. The wild nature around full of green vegetation and trees. This small paradise is nestled in the most extraordinary place in Balkans. This magical place is calling your name.

Planning your holidays by yourselves makes it harder for you to visit the whole highlights of a country. The reason i choose to design a SevenDays experience is to show you the best of my country and make your holidays to be awesome. Furthermore, being guided by a local, makes your holidays to be safe and well going and i make you sure that everything will be like descripted. Which means that you don't have to be worried of anything during your holidays, I'll drive for you, I'll take care of fair-prices and I'll make sure of everything to be fine. Being safe and home feeling is our main purpose while having the tour with you. The tour can also be customized and based on your interests.

The Albanian Riviera is a place where the sun stretches across the deep sea, a place which is known for having fascinating beaches with deep and very clean waters, with incredible scenery, delicious food and more than hospitable locals. It is blessed with 300 days of sun. These all mean that the Albania Riviera should be at the top of your must-see travel list. There is plenty to see and do here so let's get into it!

Kayaking from Butrint to Ali Pasha Castle A diverse way to know more about Albanian culture and nature as you kayak along the Ionian coastline from the Butrint amphitheatre to the historic Ali Pasha Castle. Amidst visiting these UNESCO world heritage sites, you’ll be in awe of the magnificent views along the way.After 2 hr of Kayaking we will seat to have delicious local fish lunch in Butrint aea. Optional: Culture tour (2-3 hours) to Butrint citadel.