The 11 Best National Park Tours in Albania

1.Day Trip to Saranda and Butrint National Park from Corfu

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 847 reviews · 10 hours · from $68Our pick

Cross from Corfu to Saranda by boat, then ride along Albania’s southern coast to Butrint, a UNESCO-listed ancient city. A local guide such as Aferdita, Dori, Ilir, or Darinela may lead the visit, with ruins, a Venetian castle museum, and Roman mosaics. Choose free time in Saranda instead of Butrint if you prefer a slower day.

“Fantastic day out. Amazing sights, so much history at Butrint.”

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2.Amazing Horse Riding Experience at Vjosa National Park in Permet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $96Top rated

Ride with Avenir, Avi, and Lilly through the hills around Permet and Fir of Hotova National Park. Your small-group route may include Leuse Church, old villages, springs, ruins, and Lengarica Canyon. Beginners receive guidance, while confident riders may trot or canter. Snacks, fruit, drinks, helmets, and transport are included.

“Beautiful countryside. Best way to see the terrain - horses well looked after, great hosts and delicious snacks. Great value.”

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3.Speed Boat Tour to National Park and Grama Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 159 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $87

From Vlore, a fast boat carries you along the Karaburun Peninsula to Haxhi Ali Cave, Blue Cave, Grama Bay, and several quiet coves. You get time to swim, snorkel, take photos, and listen to music. Guides such as Edison and Klejsi have earned praise, but loud music, limited shade, and a full eight-hour day may not suit every group.

“The boat was fast, the water was warm and the beaches were beautiful. Highly recommend! Great activity for when it's really hot”

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4.Rafting Tour in Vjosa Wild River National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Join Irma, Gjeni, and the Vjosa Explorer team for a 3.5-hour rafting outing on the Vjosa near Përmet. Expect changing river scenery, the Badlonjë rapid, swimming, optional cliff jumps, safety gear, transport, local refreshments, and free photos. The group is limited to eight people.

“This is a great experience. The instructors are top professionals and capture the fun along the way. I recommend it if you’re travelling or away with friends, partners etc.”

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5.Guided Rafting Tour – Vjosa River National Park – Permet, Albania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $45

Meet Enjoy Vjosa Rafting near Përmet for a three-hour Vjosa River trip with English or Italian guides, safety gear, photos, and a swim stop. Emil and Ari are named guides praised for enthusiasm and care. Expect easy opening rapids, stronger action later, a snack break, and a calm finish.

“Had a really great experience on Rafting with Emil as our host. Best time to experience are in the morning and evening. Thanks a lot !!”

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6.Visit The National Park of Blue Eye & Lekuresi castel

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 32 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $28Best value

Travel from Saranda to the Blue Eye, a clear spring in a lush mountain setting, then continue to Lekuresi Castle for views across town and the Ksamil Islands. The experience lasts about three to four hours, costs $28.81 per person, and includes an air-conditioned vehicle. Guide service can vary, so confirm who will accompany you.

“Good tour and tour guide to the Blue Eye and Lekuresi castel. Aleksia did a good job telling us about the Blue Eye and castel and we enjoyed the rides to both areas. The views from the castel were amazing and the Blue Eye was beautiful.”

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7.Full Day Tour: Butrint National Park, Ksamil, Blue Eye and Lekursi Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $132

Start in Saranda at 9:30 am for a six- to seven-hour tour of Butrint National Park, Ksamil, the Blue Eye, and Lekursi Castle. Guide Neida leads the experience, with pickup, drop-off, and an air-conditioned vehicle included. You will need to budget separately for Butrint and Blue Eye admission and any meals.

“Todos os locais visitados são fantásticos! Adorámos! Foi um dia cheio, mas não foi cansativo. E a nossa Guia, a Neida, foi 5 estrelas! Obrigada Neida.”

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8.Visit The National Park of Blue Eye and The Fortress of Lekuresi

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $84

Travel from Saranda to the Blue Eye National Park, where clear water rises from a deep mountain spring, then climb to Lekuresi Castle for broad views of Saranda Bay, Ksamil, Corfu, and the Butrint road. Tea Tours provides an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, pickup, and entry fees. Guide Marsildo has handled some departures.

“Our tour was good we arrived on a cruise ship with limited time to visit these attractions. Our guide was very informative and we enjoyed seeing these sites.”

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9.Half day Quad Adventure at Vjosa National Park in Permet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $52

Start at Villa Përmet for a safety briefing with your professional instructor, then ride or drive a quad through mountain roads, rivers, canyons, villages, olive groves, and orchards. The route suits beginners as well as experienced riders, with Marco praised for clear guidance and careful attention to safety. A driving license is required.

“I made this acctivity this month with my family and was one wonderful experience that i never forget.”

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10.3 Days-Tour Exploring the Best of Thethi National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $322

Spend three days in Theth with a local guide, private 4WD transport, two nights in a traditional kulla guesthouse, home-cooked dinners, and walks to the Blue Eye, Stone Groves, Grunasi Waterfall, church, and lock-in tower. Expect mountain roads, cold swimming spots, flexible hiking choices, and a small group of up to eight.

“We are a retired Australian couple in our late 60s. We were not sure how we would manage a trip to Thiet independently. Thiet Guide provided the right amount of guidance and support for us to have a wonderful experience. The Guest House accommodation was really comfortable and the food was excellent.”

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11.Albania Birdwatching, Kayaking, Bicycle National Park Divjaka Karavasta(ARG)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $62

Meet your guide at 10 a.m. in Divjaka-Karavasta National Park for a private outing to Karavasta Lagoon. Paddle for 2 to 2.5 hours, watch for pelicans, visit a watchtower, and eat a local fish lunch. Optional bicycle and SUV add-ons let you see more of the park.

“Went there with a friend from the city of berat to the small citadel of divjaka, i must say a short and nice drive from the city to the forest wich i enjoyed. The thing i liked most is the quietness of the area the kayaking was great the pelikans were minding their own business aRead more”

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