About
Your gateway to the albanian riviera, famous for sunsets and vibrant nightlife.
Why go
- Crystal-clear water that genuinely looks tropical
- Amazing sunsets almost every evening
- Fresh seafood, grilled meats & delish albanian food for way less than nearby greece or italy
Must try
- Take a boat trip along the coast
- Visit the blue eye
- Sunset at lekursi castle
- Visit butrint national park
- Beach hop around ksamil
Pro tips
- Fly into corfu and take the ferry to sarande
- Rent a car for flexibility
- Stay in sarande, it's cheaper and more convenient
- Take the bus from tirana to sarande
- Go early to lekursi castle for sunset
Good to know
- Parking is difficult
- Very busy in summer, crowded beaches, heavy traffic
- Cash is king in albania, always bring cash
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