All the unmissable things to do in Himare, from exploring the beaches and sea caves, to hunting out the eerie submarine bunker, catching a sunset from the castle and dining at one of Albania’s best restaurants.
Exactly how to avoid the crowds on the Preikestolen Pulpit Rock Hike
The 7 most spectacular beaches Himare, guaranteed
The most spectacular beaches in all of Albania can be found in Himare. The water colour is up there with the most beautiful we’ve seen anywhere in the world, ranging from turquoise to electric blue. But it’s not just the water colour that’s special, many are backed by majestic cliffs and peppered with sea caves, one even leads through to a huge canyon! We’re sharing which beaches are the must visits, how to get there and what to expect when you do.
Blue Eye Theth: how to avoid the crowds now it's become wildly popular
Gjiri I Kades: Berat's Turquoise Pools of Doom
Sidemen Rice Terrace Walk - the best thing to do in Sidemen
Fun things to do in Shkodër that will convince you to stay more than one night
All the best things you can do in Shkodër, from swimming in a secret blue karst spring, to exploring hidden canyon pools, dining on fresh fish beside the lake, sipping espresso in one of the many excellent cafes and learning some of Albania’s dark history when walking through the old communist prison cells.
Kanioni i Kirit: Shkodër's incredible emerald swimming holes
The emerald swimming holes of Shkodar are absolutely spectacular yet you won’t find a single tourist there. Whether you’re looking for a wide sun drenched stretch of river to bask on, or a tight canyon swim, you’ll find it along the Kanioni i Kirit. We’re sharing a few of our favourite spots with directions and what swimming in the pools is like.
Vaskat Nderlysaj Canyon: Theth's hidden blue swimming holes
The safest way to get to the dreamy Filikuri Beach
Filikuri Beach is the kind of beach you dream about visiting when you’re planning a trip to Albania, with vibrant turquoise water and giant stripey cliffs, it’s picture perfect. This is a wild beach without a sunlounger in sight and all the more spectacular for it if you ask us! We’re sharing how to get there, including a few options you might not have thought about yet, and what to expect from the beach itself.
Our top tips for hiring a car and driving in Albania
14 things to know before visiting Albania
Tips and directions for the stunning Ali Pasha Bridge walk
Holta Canyon: is this Albania's best adventure?
How to find the secret bunkers and tunnels of Berat
Himare's Submarine Bunker and the spectacular hidden beach along the way
Leskovik Hot Springs: a hidden sulphur cave, gorge and hot spring adventure
Albania's Blue Eye: is it still worth it now swimming is prohibited?
Gjipe Beach: the best swim spots, the canyon and what the walk in is really like
Nivicë Canyon: a spectacular waterfall and swimming hole near Gjirokaster
The dramatic canyon and waterfall complete with deep emerald swimming hole would make Nivice Canyon a must visit alone. Add in the fact it’s still wonderfully off the beaten track and you’re highly likely to get it to yourself and you have one of the best adventures close to Gjirokaster. We’re sharing how to find it and what to expect from the trail and swimming at the falls.