Go hiking to enjoy Bovilla’s wonderful lake view! Explore Tirana’s natural beauty on a hike near Bovilla Lake. Enjoy the stunning views, fresh air, and local charm. Book now for an unforgettable adventure away from the city hustle!
Go hiking to enjoy Bovilla’s wonderful lake view! Explore Tirana’s natural beauty on a hike near Bovilla Lake. Enjoy the stunning views, fresh air, and local charm. Book now for an unforgettable adventure away from the city hustle!
- Lake Bovilla - Lake Bovilla is situated to the northeast of Tirana, nestled between two mountain ranges. It supplies the majority of Tirana’s drinking water and is surrounded by lush greenery. The mountains and forests around it give the water a striking green to blue hue.
- Gamti Mountain - The hiking trail to the Gamti Mountain balcony is…
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Lake Bovilla - Lake Bovilla is situated to the northeast of Tirana, nestled between two mountain ranges. It supplies the majority of Tirana’s drinking water and is surrounded by lush greenery. The mountains and forests around it give the water a striking green to blue hue.
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Gamti Mountain - The hiking trail to the Gamti Mountain balcony is easy, offering increasingly stunning views as you ascend. The uphill hike takes approximately 40 minutes. At the balcony, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the lake and the verdant hills. It’s a perfect spot to relax, take in the scenery, chat, and have a meal in the shade of the cave. The return journey on the same path takes about 30 minutes.
Hiking trail details:
Min Altitude: 460 m
Max Altitude: 620 m
Elevation: 160 m
Total Distance: 1.95 km (0.97 km one way) -
Lake Bovilla - Before exploring the Bovilla canyon, you have the option to stop for coffee or lunch at the restaurant by Bovilla Lake. The canyon stretches about 1,200 meters (1.2 km) and is a remarkable geological formation on limestone rocks.
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Tirana - After a wonderful experience, you will be transferred back to Tirana and dropped off at the same location where you were picked up.
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Tirana - KNOW BEFORE YOU RESERVE:
PICK UP: If you choose the hotel pick-up option, please be aware that you might be asked to walk a short distance (1–5 minutes) to a nearby main street. This is because some hotels are located on narrow streets that our buses cannot easily access.
IMPORTANT: You will receive the final tour details via email and WhatsApp the night before the tour, between 22:30 and midnight. Pick-up times may slightly vary depending on the schedule, so it’s crucial to check our message. If you’re asleep when we send the info, just check it in the morning to confirm your pick-up time.
MOBILE DATA ROAMING: On the tour day, all communication will be via WhatsApp, so please ensure your phone number is linked to WhatsApp and you have mobile data/roaming enabled.
FITNESS LEVEL: Basic level of fitness required, no knee problems!
ROAD CONDITIONS: The road to Lake Bovilla is bumpy in some areas and resembles a rural, unpaved road with numerous potholes.

- Transportation with air-conditioned car/van
- Stairs fee
- English-speaking tour guide
- Pick up and drop off from Tirana city
- Transportation with air-conditioned car/van
- Stairs fee
- English-speaking tour guide
- Pick up and drop off from Tirana city
- Food
- Tips for the tour guide & driver
- Food
- Tips for the tour guide & driver
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.