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Vjosa River Kayak from Përmet

Paddle the turquoise water of the Vjosa, one of Europe's last wild rivers.

€42·Updated
  • Nature Escape
Kayakers paddling the clear turquoise water of the Vjosa river near Përmet
Kayakers paddling the clear turquoise water of the Vjosa river near Përmet
Two kayakers paddling the turquoise Vjosa river near Përmet
Two kayakers paddling the turquoise Vjosa river near Përmet
A group of kayakers on the Vjosa river below green mountains near PërmetView all 7
A group of kayakers on the Vjosa river below green mountains near Përmet
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Tour Overview

This is one of the best outdoor things to do near Përmet. You kayak a calm, clear stretch of the Vjosa, one of the last wild rivers in Europe and now a national park, with green mountains on both sides.

You start at the kayaking center in Përmet and get a full safety briefing with a life jacket, helmet and paddle.

What is included? A certified guide, all the kayaking gear, the transfer from the center to the start, and a photo package at the end. It is an easy half-day from Përmet in southern Albania.

Day Trip Itinerary

  1. Stop 1: Meet your rafting guide at the Rafting Center in Përmet

    10:00

  2. Stop 2: On-land safety briefing

    10:30

    A 20-minute briefing on paddle technique, reading rapids and swimmer recovery before getting on the water.

  3. Stop 3: On the water, rapids & canyon

    11:00

    A calm warmup section, then the Class II–III rapids and the main canyon, with the lead guide ahead and the safety kayaker behind.

  4. Stop 4: The "Blue Eye" gorge

    12:30

    The final descent into the turquoise “Blue Eye” gorge where the rock walls close in.

  5. Stop 5: Takeout & return

    13:00

What's Included

  • Kayak, paddle, wetsuit, helmet and life jacket
  • Lead guide and safety kayaker on the water
  • Activity liability insurance

What's Not Included

  • Lunch (the slot is morning or afternoon, eat before or after)
  • Hotel pickup
  • Gratuities (optional)

Price & Booking Details

Pricing coming soon.

Meeting Point, Pickup & Logistics

Meeting point
Rafting Vjosa Albania Center
Address
Rafting Vjosa Albania Center, Përmet 6402, Albania

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Duration
3 hours
Time
10:00 – 13:00

Transportation: Self-arrival

Who This Tour Is Best For

Audience info coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need kayaking experience?

Yes, previous kayaking experience is required to participate in this activity.

How does this compare to the rafting trip?

Rafting is a shared boat with two guides, a passive seat. Kayak is your own boat with full paddle work active. Same river, same Class II–III rapids, much more involvement.

How long on the water?

About 2.5 hours of paddling. Total on-site time including briefing and equipment fitting is around 3 hours; door-to-door from Përmet is about 4 hours.

What is the minimum age?

18+ years old.

Is the "Blue Eye" gorge the same as the Saranda Blue Eye?

No, different sites. The Saranda Blue Eye is a freshwater spring near Saranda. The Vjosa “Blue Eye” is a turquoise gorge on the river near Përmet. Both are named for the colour of the water.

Which season is best?

April–June for the strongest rapids and most exciting paddling; July–October for warmer water and calmer conditions with longer swim sections.

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