Vjosa River Kayaking: Uncover Europe's Last Wild River in Albania's Kelcyra Gorge

Embark on an exhilarating kayaking adventure along the Vjosa River in Albania’s Kelcyra Gorge. Discover Europe’s last wild river and experience the breathtaking beauty of canyons, waterfalls, and the mesmerizing ‘Blue Eye’ phenomenon.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Aoos - Rafting in Vjosa river is by far one of the Top 10 Albania Adventure Tours! Join us in rafting one of Europe’s last free flowing gem. Vjosa river, with its 270 km course, is still untouched and rich with beautiful canyons, decorated river sections, small islands and oxbows
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Our kayaking excursion unfolds in one of the most breathtaking sections of the Vjosa River, recognized as Europe’s final untamed river. The journey commences from the Kelcyra Gorge, a stunning landmark crafted by the river Vjosa, located near Kelcyre in Southern Albania. This gorge provides spectacular and serene vistas. Throughout the adventure, we’ll delight in the ‘Blue Eye’, a natural water spring and marvel located close to the village of Muzine Finiq. After paddling for approximately 2.5 hours through the alluring gorges and cascades, we’ll reach our destination - the village of Peshtan.

We’ll convene at the Salmoni restaurant where you can park your vehicles. Next, our shuttle service will transfer you to the starting point at the Kelcyra gorge. Necessary preparations for this brave venture include donning neoprene suits, thermal pullovers, life vests, and helmets. As you navigate through the thrilling Vjosa rapids, Kelcyra’s awe-inspiring canyons, cascading waterfalls, and encounter the Blue Eye, you’ll be enthralled by an exceptional sense of adventure and a rush of adrenaline.

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Location
Sajmola
SH75
The meeting point is at resaturant Sajmola https://goo.gl/maps/yD69qdQEnmrBYizL6 This point will be the finish point of Kayaking
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Sara_c
Sep 18, 2023
Great experience in the Vjosa River - It was really good fun. The instructors were very friendly and funny. We felt safe at all times and we had a great time. In addition they took photos and sent them to us at the end of the tour.
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314cl_mences
Aug 16, 2023
Amazing ! - Amazing experience, we werea a group of 11 and everuthing went well perfectly ! The different point of view are really nice, and you will even get the possibility to jump into the river !
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Cindyjansen78
Aug 1, 2023
Wonderful kayaking trip - Beautiful tour with blue eye and waterfall. Good English-speaking guidance, immediately clear instructions as to who went into the kayak with whom, so no discussion with teenagers and a nice time on the water. Wonderful trip and nice swimming in between, good instructions.
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748eras
Jul 27, 2023
best trip ever - this trip was one of the best one ever. the staff was lovely and super kind with us. They made everything perfect for us. The river was beautiful and very fun. The water was clear and fresh. Through the way we saw diffrent waterfalls.The nature was beautiful. Really reccomend this trip!
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552arlindd
Jul 27, 2023
Exiting and fun kayaking trip ,Vjosa - Kayaking in Vjosa is just one of the best trip of my life!Albania Rafting Group organize everything perfectly and we enjoyed every moment.The nature was beautiful and the water was clear.All in all a good experience.
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Jensay27il
Jul 22, 2023
Outstanding! - I m normally not prone to use superlatives, but that was an incredible experience. We were a family of 6, with our youngest about to complete 6 years (who was riding the kayak of one of the guides). The scenery is breathtaking, there is a sub-river fountain of the bluest of colours, there are waterfalls, rapids (negotiable for beginners, but not without undue thrill!), and high embankments under soaring mountain peaks. And a very professional and caring team. Many thanks Albania Rafting!
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Sajdir
Jul 9, 2023
Kayak Albania Vjosa river - Kayak in Vjosa 😍It was wonderful!!!! I enjoyed everything there, the view, the river and the adrenaline.The guides were the best you can find.We had a lot of fun and we will come back for sure 😁
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Redj0na
Jul 8, 2023
Kayaking in Vjosa River ,Gjirokaster - Kayaking in Vjosa river was perfect .We were a group of 6 friends and we enjoyed the adrenaline,and the wanderful nature.Our professional guide Ali was friendly and the equipment were very professional. Thank you Albania Rafting for the amazing trip.
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697eras
Jul 8, 2023
Kayak in Vjosa will blow your mind! - Kayaking in Vjosa river is just one of the most exciting trips i have done in my entire life! The clear waters ,wild nature and the blue eye were the highlights of this trip.Albania Rafting Group team were very professional and friendly!
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Lordsmitherst
Jul 5, 2024
Great experience. RECOMMENDED. - Great experience. Aldo and his colleague did everything to make it a fun experience. Only minor niggle was my kayak was set up as a single with the seat all the way in the back. Which made the front of the kayak lift out the water. When we hit a strong breeze this made it difficult to make progress. If I did it again I’d make sure I was in the middle/front. Nevertheless a great experience with beautiful scenery.
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