Vjosa River Rafting: Experiencing Europe’s Last Free-flowing Rivers in Gjirokastër, Albania

Experience the thrill of rafting on the Vjosa River, one of Europe’s last free-flowing rivers in Gjirokastër, Albania. Join Albania Rafting for a class II and III rafting adventure with stunning canyons, braided river sections, and more.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Benja Thermal Baths - The Langarica canyon is surrounded by the forests and mountains of Dangelli and Shqeri and joins further the Vjosa River. The natural panorama along the Langarica canyon is stunning and untouched by the human hand. It changes through the seasons and gives a colorful and expressive scenery of the nature in this area. Inside…
What's Included
  • Use of rafting equipment
  • Wet suit
  • Thermic jacket
  • Safe jacket
  • Scafandra
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Albania Rafting presents the finest Albanian expedition on the Vjosa River, one of the last remaining unobstructed rivers in Europe. It’s a class II rafting experience with some class III rapids. Brace yourself for up to four-foot waves and close quarters that make the boat wiggle and the water flood over the edges. The entire 270km journey of the Vjosa…

Location
Vjosa Albania Rafting & Kayak Camping Përmet
Meeting time at 9.30 Vjosa Albania Rafting Camping Përmet Water Sport Adventures in Albania, Permet/Gjirokastra https://goo.gl/maps/ADP78NRSHsuMKAZ27
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Scenic00681678200
Aug 15, 2025
Miaou - Tony and Clovis are both great board riders, and Clovis is definitely the guy you want with you for this trip! Good luck, guys, and thanks for the rafting 🫶
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N5029whsandrah
Aug 12, 2025
Great variety for sightseeing with children from about 6 years - Haldon told us a lot about the area and the Vjosa during the entire trip. At all times he had an eye on all participants and the situation. Due to the current low water, it was a very relaxed ride, in which our seven-year-old was also in good hands and had joy.
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Philippe34090
Aug 2, 2025
Must-have a Allows - Superb activity to do in Permet. After 15 minutes of mini bus , the ride starts 8 max per boat with swimming stops, great guide who makes a lot of photos.
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Y5517mirachels
Jul 13, 2025
Excellent rafting experience!! - We've been whitewater rafting many times across the US, and this trip on the Vjosa was at least as good if not better!! Even in July it was a super fun river and our guide Kevi was amazing (and most importantly, safe!!) - our family of 4 went (including kids ages 10 & 14) and we all had a fantastic time. Great river, great rafting company!! Would 100% recommend and hope we can come back soon!!
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Ioanacristina_p
Jul 9, 2025
Great rafting experience - We booked the experience online for rafting. We send a message to double check the timing for the meeting point. The team was fantastic, they all have us the instructions in English and we had lots of fun . There is parking space at the meeting point if you driving. Thank you all for the great experience
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Samcu9176sx
Jun 20, 2025
Amazing rafting experience! - Fantastic tour! Very well organised and run. Super lovely guide who explained everything about rafting, history of area etc. Lots of fun rafting, cliff jumping and meeting the other people on the tour. 10/10 would recommend.
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585kristoferk
May 11, 2025
Great activity - Really fun, and Aldo who guided our boat, was fun and entertaining telling us about the surrounding and Albanian history.
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Emmanuelle_m
Jul 12, 2025
Good. - A little mixed by the experience. The boats are top and safety assured. The setting is very beautiful: the river has a beautiful color. The boat is advancing without touching the bottom. What disappointed me: we were accompanied by kayaks that go slower and we had to constantly wait for them. It got boring in the end. No sensation no quick stunt. The river is very quiet so besides not going fast to wait it was long...
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Audrey_i
Aug 12, 2025
We chose... - We had chosen the rafting activity to cool off given the temperatures and to discover the Vjosë River. The guide was very nice. Unfortunately, there were many people and not enough rafting... There were 15 of us (including the guide) in the raft... as much to tell you that we were very tight and not very well installed for the descent of 2 hours, moreover the paddles collided which made the descent less pleasant... Too bad:/
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Chhayaarvind
Jun 10, 2025
Good experience with friends and family - My teens enjoyed the rafting experience as our guide or coach Adi was very proactive, confident, helpful and fun loving person.
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).