Shala River Boat Tour from Komani Lake

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Duration

About 7 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

Albanian, English

About this tour

Book Your Trip in Advance for Free! Plan your adventure ahead and secure your spot at no cost. If your plans change or you need to cancel, just reach out to us, we’re here to help.

Book anytime – it’s never too late or too early! We are available every day and accept reservations at any hour. ✨

Reserve your tour easily:

  • Online: Use the booking system below

  • WhatsApp: Message us directly at: +355 68 368 0081

Make your Albanian adventure hassle-free and unforgettable!


Shala River Tour – Boat Journey from Komani Lake to the “Thailand of Albania”!

Experience an unforgettable boat tour starting directly from Komani Lake to the stunning Shala River, known for its crystal-clear emerald waters and breathtaking natural surroundings. This trip offers a peaceful escape into one of Albania’s most pristine and photogenic landscapes.

The boat departs from Komani Lake at 09:30 and arrives at the Shala River around 10:45. You will have several hours of free time at the river until 15:00, allowing you to swim, relax on white pebble beaches, explore nearby trails, or enjoy traditional local food at riverside guesthouses.

The return boat leaves the Shala River at 15:00, heading back to Komani Lake where the tour concludes around 16:00.

🌊 Overnight at Shala River
Guests who wish to spend the night at Shala River can use the same tour ticket for the following day. Please inform us in advance so we can make the necessary arrangements. Meals and accommodation at Shala River are not included in the ticket.


Meeting Point & Departure Location
The boat departure point is at Komani Lake. Please make sure to arrive a few minutes earlier so we can start the trip on time.

📍 Departure Location on Google Maps: View the Location


From hotels and guesthouses located in Koman, we provide free transportation to the port, you show us the location, the staff comes and picks you up!


📅 Book Now – Reserve Your Unique Komani Lake to Shala River Experience!
Discover Albania’s hidden natural beauty. Book now to secure your spot on this unforgettable boat journey.

Reserve your tour easily:

  • Online: Use the booking system below

  • WhatsApp: Message us directly at: +355 68 368 0081

Highlights

  • Scenic boat ride across the emerald waters of Komani Lake
  • Stunning canyon landscapes and mountain views along the way
  • Visit to the “Thailand of Albania” — Shala River with its pristine nature
  • Several hours to swim, relax, and enjoy the peaceful river environment
  • Perfect opportunity for photography and nature lovers

Included/Excluded

  • Boat ride from Komani Lake to Shala River and back
  • Life jackets and safety equipment on board
  • Assistance from friendly, experienced crew
  • Free time to swim, relax, and explore the Shala River area
  • Meals and drinks at Shala River
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities like kayaking or zip-lining
  • Everything Else

Itinerary

09:30 - Departure from Komani Lake to Shala River

Departure from Komani Lake
Meeting point at Kapaj Boat Pier. The journey begins with a scenic ride across the emerald waters of Komani Lake.

10:45 - Arrival at Shala River

Arrival at Shala River
Reach the breathtaking Shala River, where your free time begins. Enjoy swimming in crystal-clear waters, relaxing on hidden beaches, or exploring the stunning surroundings.

15:00 - Departure from Shala River to Komani Lake

Departure from Shala River
Return journey back to Komani Lake, admiring once again the dramatic landscapes and alpine views along the way.

 16:00 - Arrival back to Komani Lake

Arrival back at Komani Lake
End of the tour and farewell at Kapaj Boat Pier.

Tour Length

About 7 hours

Group Size

No Limit

Tour Type

Group Tour

Languages

Albanian
English

Frequently asked questions

A: The boat departs directly from Komani Lake, usually from the main pier near the village of Komani.

A: The ride from Komani Lake to Shala River takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

A: Swimwear, towel, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, camera, and water. Food can be purchased locally at Shala River.

A: Yes, boats have life jackets and are operated by experienced crews for a safe trip.

A: Absolutely. Many travelers start directly from Komani Lake for this boat tour.

A: Meals are not included but available for purchase at local guesthouses at Shala River.

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Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Mariusz Malinowski
06/10/2025

A successful day I recommend!

The trip was very successful. We were super informed about everything.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Estela Garcia
06/10/2025

A fantastic trip

Everything went fine. The boys in charge of the trip were just wonderful: friendly, attentive, helpful, kind, good nature. I recomend this company to anybody who wants to make a trip to Shala river. You won't be disappointed.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Yonatan Ben-Ami
06/10/2025

Very good

very reliable, a good and fun way to get to lumi i shalës
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Natalia W
06/10/2025

Wonderful trip

Wonderful trip, good organisation and amazing views, would recommend! 🤩
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Jana Perenboom
06/10/2025

Great and clear organized

It was great and clear organized. The owner response very fast via WhatsApp for all your request.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Mate
06/10/2025

Amazing hidden gem

Amazing hidden gem, many places to stop to park. Some are 200 LEK, if you drive past also free options.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Georgia shevlin
06/10/2025

Amazing service and trip!

Beautiful scenery, great food and friendly people! 5 stars all around
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Isabel S
06/10/2025

It was a really nice trip!

The Bus takes you directly to the boat. Than you have a one 1 hour boat ride which is just absolutely breathtaking. It looks like Thailand or Vietnam! Than you get 4 hours at the shala River with was super refreshing and the water was crystal clear. We really enjoyed the trip and would do it again.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
György Tóth
06/10/2025

Professional

Professional organization as agreed. We had a wonderful day
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Maria Kolisnichenko
06/10/2025

It was a great trip.

We really enjoyed the day, especially the cold waters of the river
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Ortal Avera
06/10/2025

It was a beautiful day! We had fun!

The communication was great and the driver was very good!!
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Mykhailo Shevchenko
06/10/2025

We really enjoyed it

We really enjoyed it. Nature is amazing and organizations are on a high level! 😊
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Meset
06/10/2025

Recommend this place to everyone.

We went on a trip in March, and even though the weather was not the best, we had a lot of fun. I certainly recommend going there in the summer, but I do not regret going there in March. We took a private boat; our tour guide, Benard, was a cool guy, and he took us to a couple nice places on the way. We also stopped for a nice cup of coffee. Recommend this place to everyone.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Todor Yosyfof
06/10/2025

All Perfect

All was perfect. Well organized. They took us from our hotel at the right minute. Easy to cooperate with Besmir and Shala River Tour. All was arranged via what's up.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Damian Szczepan
06/10/2025

Great!

It was great. Very nice and helpful people, driver and capitan. The place is wonderful, one of the best I have ever seen. Best level of organisation. We will come back if we have opportunity. Thanks a lot for this experience.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Kiran Suresh
06/10/2025

Great service

Great service delivery.Punchal pickup and drop off.Excellent communication and our guide was kind and friendly.Beautiful and must see places.The boat trip was must and worth it.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Martien s
06/10/2025

Beautiful trip

Beautiful trip ! The boattrip is astonishing. The transport with the minibus is a bit harsh because of the bad roads and the beach is rather small, but the boattrip and the swim in the cool water make it all very worthwile. Recommended.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Jenia W
06/10/2025

Nice stuff

Parking spot and shattel to the boad were waiting for us. The place is crowded but our guide was great, nice and experienced.
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Prajwal Nirwan
06/10/2025

Boat trip on Komani lake was amazing

Beautiful part of Albania, boat trip on Komani lake was amazing. The scenery is stunning. Shala river has crystal clear waters and is great for swimming. Well organised tour, recommended!
Daily Boat Tour Shala River
Madalene
06/10/2025

Great day

Great day with Kapaj boat taking us to the Shala river and back from lake Koman. Great communications beforehand and trip did not disappoint. We were a family of 5, 2 adults 3 kids.

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