About
Albania's stunning alpine village, perfect for epic hikes and cozy guesthouses.
Why go
- Unreal mountain scenery, feels completely untouched
- Experience the heart of the Albanian Alps with fresh mountain air, breathtaking landscapes, and opportunities for adventure and peace
- A hiker's dream
Must try
- Valbonë to Theth hike
- Hike through the Albanian Alps
- Blue Eye
- Shala River
- Theth Waterfall
Pro tips
- Book the Valbonë to Theth hike through Wanderers Hostel
- Take a bus, a ferry and another bus to Valbona
- Leave your big bags in Shkoder
- Stay in a guesthouse before the hike
- Bring cash, ATMs are rare
Good to know
- Wi-Fi isn't the most reliable
- Rural area with unpaved roads, drive slowly and avoid at night
- No signal
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