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From Tirana: Bovilla Lake & Gamti Mountain Viewpoint Hike

By Smart Tour Albania
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is £17 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Explore the nature around Tirana and Albania's countryside
  • Admire sweeping views of the area surrounding the Bovilla Lake
  • Take a hike around Gamti Mountain and reward yourself with the views
  • Inspire your nature-loving side with dense forests and vibrant scenery
  • Take amazing photos
Activity location
    • Tirana
    • Tirana, Tirana County, Albania
Meeting/Redemption Point
    • Gjin Bue Shpata, Tirana, Albania | Start the tour at 09:45 AM near the Selman Stërmasi Stadium, Rruga Gjin Bue Shpata, Tirana. Pickup details: Please wait in front of the entrance of Proper Pizza "Stadiumi Dinamo".
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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From Tirana: Hotel Pickup and Drop-Off
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

If you selected hotel pick-up, you might need to walk 1–7 min to a high street. Pick-up time may change ±30 min, so check our message/emails after 22:30 the night before. If you're asleep, no worries — just check it in the morning!

Starting time: 09:00
Price details
£17.39 x 1 Adult£17.39

Total
Price is £17.39
Meeting Point 1: New Bazaar (Luara Bakery)
  • Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes6h 30m
    6h 30m
  • English

Meet your guide at 09:00 AM in the New Bazaar area. Please wait for the tour guide in front of Luara Bakery & Pastry to pick you up.

Starting time: 09:00
Price details
£17.39 x 1 Adult£17.39

Total
Price is £17.39
Meeting Point 3: Selman Stërmasi Stadium
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Start the tour at 09:45 AM near the Selman Stërmasi Stadium, Rruga Gjin Bue Shpata, Tirana.
Pickup details: Please wait in front of the entrance of Proper Pizza “Stadiumi Dinamo”.

Starting time: 09:45
Price details
£17.39 x 1 Adult£17.39

Total
Price is £17.39

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tirana city (if option selected)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour guide (depending on your chosen language)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Stairs ticket
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All entry fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals or snacks

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Fishing, Smoking in the vehicle
  • Not suitable for: Children under 4 years, People afraid of heights, People with heart problems
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

We will pick you up from your accommodation or meeting point in Tirana and begin our guided hiking tour to Bovilla Lake. Sit back and relax in our comfortable van for a 1.5-hour drive, including a short stop at a local market where you can purchase snacks/drinks and use the bathrooms/toilets free of charge.

During the journey, your tour guide will share interesting information about Albania areas. Our first stop will be the Bovilla Canyons, where you can stretch your legs and enjoy the refreshing air and beautiful landscape of the small canyon.

Just 10 minutes from there, we will arrive at Bovilla Lake, where the hike begins. After a short briefing from the guide, we’ll start the hike. As you climb, take in the serene surroundings—the higher you go, the more breathtaking the view becomes!

At the famous “Balcony of Bovilla,” you’ll have free time to soak in the stunning panorama. For photography enthusiasts, this is the perfect spot to capture unforgettable shots. If you prefer to relax, find a peaceful corner to sit and enjoy nature. Nearby, there is a bar/restaurant where you can grab a drink while admiring the lake view.

On the way back, we’ll make a stop at the river just below the dam, where you can cool off with a refreshing swim (available from May to September). Please note that swimming in the lake itself is not permitted as it is a protected area.

After this memorable experience, we will drive you back to your accommodation or meeting point in Tirana.

IMPORTANT: The hike is around 2 km ( 1 km one way)- easy level- but for some people it might be difficult considering the hot weather in the summer and maybe not used to hike before. Please talk to the tour guide about it before or if you find difficulties on the hike. We are always happy to help.
Trail details :
Min Altitude : 460 m
Max Altitude : 620 m
Elevation: 160 m
Distance up and down : ~2 km ( ~1 km one way)

NOTE: Swimming on the river is available only from: May to September.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Tirana
    • Tirana, Tirana County, Albania
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Gjin Bue Shpata, Tirana, Albania | Start the tour at 09:45 AM near the Selman Stërmasi Stadium, Rruga Gjin Bue Shpata, Tirana. Pickup details: Please wait in front of the entrance of Proper Pizza "Stadiumi Dinamo".
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Rruga Luigj Gurakuqi 41, Tiranë, Albania | Please wait for the tour guide In front of Luara Bakery at 09:00 am .
    • Tiranë, Tirana County, Albania