Explore Pelican Habitat: Karavasta Lagoon Tour and Local Food & Wine Tasting in Durres
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Durrës
Embark on a boat ride through the Karavasta Lagoon, home to the rare Dalmatian Pelican. Explore the national park, visit a pagan temple, and indulge in local food and wine.
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Divjake - Karavasta Lagoon is the largest lagoon in Albania and one of the largest in the Mediterranean Sea. Walk through the natural park and see its rich biodiversity in flora and fauna. Take a boat trip through the canals of the lagoon to experience its beauty from inside, see the birds and the famous dalmatian Pelican.

  • Parku Kombetar Divjake-Karavasta - The park consists of the Lagoon of Karavasta. The lagoon hosts 6,4 % of the Dalmatian Pelicans of Europe’s population.
    The tour starts on the sandy off-road at the National park of Divjake, from the pine forest to the sandy beach.
    Get picked up from your hotel in Tirana at 8:30 am ready for the tour to begin at 9:00 am. Travel to Karavasta Lagoon, the largest offshore wetland in Albania, approximately one hour away. At the lagoon, stroll around and enjoy scenic views of pine trees, small islands, and the long sandy bar which separates Karavasta from the Adriatic Sea.

  • Ardenica Monastery - Ardenica, home of a goddess, now one of the most visited sites in Fier. A temple built by pagans in honor of the goddess Artemis centuries ago became the epicenter of a village with ancient history.

  • Fier - You will taste a unique gastronomic adventure of slow foods that combine grand mothers’ recipes with the chef’s modern touch. While enjoying a wide variety of delicious food, we will learn about the history, culture, and food offerings that makes the region so unique from the rest of Albania.Visit to the winery, walking through the vineyards and tasting the unique flavors of their wines.

What's Included
  • Hotel transportation included
  • Access to lagoon
What's Not Included
  • Food & Drinks
  • Personal expenses
Additional Information

The national park of Divjaka - Karavasta is marked by its botanical garden of native blossoms. It is specifically renowned for its numerous organic habitats and variety of plant and animal life. These nooks serve as sanctuary for several types of aquatic birds, uncommonly seen in Albania. The Dalmatian Pelican calls the Karavasta lagoon its home.

  • Sailing trips weaving through the waterways and mini islets of the lagoon
  • Visitor Center for enhanced understanding of its worth
  • Tread the national park’s grounds and spot Dalmatian Pelicans
  • Pay a visit to an ancient, heathen temple dedicated to Artemis
  • Savor the experience of slow food and wine amidst spectacular landscapes.
Location
Bashkia Durrës (Durrës City Hall)
Sheshi Liria
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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178minal
Aug 11, 2023
From Italy to Durazzo - great experience, with our guide Adi we've seen a lot of beautiful things. The most beautiful route was the boat ride in the lagoon. highly recommended
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Korpersia
Mar 12, 2023
Beautiful place with superb views! - A wonderful destination to visit! an exciting boat trip, a beautiful walk through the forest, a well-built observation tower, a beautiful beach, many of birds to see, and lovely restaurants to taste the region's fish
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