Hike the Albanian Alps

Explore the remote Albanian Alps on this eight-day hiking adventure, where each trail rewards you with raw beauty and cultural immersion. Hike the Volusnica ridge for views of Karanfili peak, cross borders from Prokletije to Theth to tackle the legendary Theth to Valbone trail (accessible only on foot), then challenge yourself with the ascent to Rosni Peak. Every step leads to village stays where you can connect with the locals and tuck into farm-fresh lunches and traditional barbecue dinners. Covering up to 18 km per day, this is a challenging but rewarding hike through Albania that features scenery and culture. This is a hiking trip, so a good level of fitness is essential. Expect long days (up to 8-9 hours) and hikes of up to 18 kms a day, with over 1700 m of elevation gain. Be prepared for remote mountain regions and unpredictable weather., Some hikes are point-to-point with no shortcuts, or possibility to turn back. Review the descriptions carefully to ensure you’re comfortable with the time, distance and terrain., The final stretch from the Saddle of Farumi to the summit of Rosni Peak (Day 6) offers a rewarding but challenging ascent. For your safety and enjoyment, the tour leader will assess conditions on the day to determine whether the group will continue to the summit. This decision will take into account the group’s abilities, weather conditions, and the time of arrival at the Saddle of Farumi, ensuring the best possible experience for all participants., Pack lightly as you’ll need to carry your own bag. Although you won’t walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), aim to keep it under 15 kg / 33 lb. Bringing a soft duffel bag or a backpack is essential as on certain hikes we will use mules to transport it to our next overnight stop. You’ll also need a daypack/small bag for water and personal items during daytrips.