Best places: National parks in Southern Albania

Sprawling park offering diverse landscapes of mountains & forests, with trails & paragliding points.

Olive-shaded archaeological site home to the Greek, Roman & medieval remains of the city of Butrint.

Protected lagoon amid coastal wetlands & Mediterranean forest, known for nesting Dalmatian pelicans.

👍👍 The National Park of Drilon in Pogradec, Albania, is a hidden gem! 🌳🏞️ Stunning landscapes, serene lakes, and vibrant flora make it a nature lover's paradise. A must-visit spot with a perfect blend of tranquility and beauty. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

👍👍 It was 41 degrees so the waterfalls were a bit dry, but it was lovely. Beautiful place for a picnic and a cold shower.

Pilgrimage site on a sacred, forested mountain ridge, also known as a habitat for wolves & eagles.

👍👍 Super experience.. Of course I'd suggest to go and visit not in the warmest days but definitely visit it. If you love sea and birds this is the right place to have a look with your binoculars. Sometimes, further away you might spot flamingos or birds coming back or building their nests there. And of...

Rugged hiking trails over fir-covered ridges & grassy meadows, plus river rafting & thermal springs.

Biodiverse natural expanse of rugged mountains, lakes, wetlands & wild forests, popular for hiking.

👍 One of the few viewing platforms of the Canyon. You can stop here for a while and read a story of the bride’s hole and see some views. If you’re deciding to stop here or continue to the bridge then go to the bridge. It’s more beautiful.

Protected coastal area with remains of ancient Greek & WWII shipwrecks, plus sea caves & red coral.