Konispol → boat trips → hiking → Sarandë
● Wake-up in Konispol
The day begins with waking up in Konispol, with a rich breakfast, in a village atmosphere at the southernmost edge of Albania.
● Performance of the Osman Taka dance
After breakfast, the group experiences a performance of the Osman Taka dance, a vibrant cultural moment with local traditional dancers.
This dance is one of the most distinctive jewels of all Albanian regions. One of the most beautiful dances, carrying an uninterrupted 5-century history.
The group is free to join the dance or learn something from the performers.
● Walk in Konispol
After the performance, a light walk takes place in the village, exploring local life and the surrounding landscape.
● Departure towards the Kalivo area
The group departs by car towards the area of the Butrint Lake and Kalivo.
This time, the destination is another archaeological hill, a hidden gem, without infrastructure and without organized tourism.
This is the hill of Kalivo, hidden deep within the land, yet connected to the sea through the Vivari channel.
According to legends, this area is linked to a strategic stop during the journey of Aeneas from Troy towards the shores of Rome.
● Butrint Lake – a unique ecosystem
Butrint Lake is famous for its ideal conditions for mussel cultivation and its rich biodiversity.
The lake is surrounded by hills, forests, and rocky formations.
Some of the most notable species include:
Rare fish with ecological importance.
European eel (Anguilla anguilla), a globally endangered species.
Sea bass and gilt-head bream.
Balkan freshwater turtle (Mauremys rivulata).
Migratory birds such as flamingos (Phoenicopterus roseus) and the Dalmatian pelican (Pelecanus crispus).
What makes the lake unique is the coexistence of these species in a fragile ecosystem where freshwater meets saltwater.
● Kalivo area
A light walk along the lagoon and a visit to the ruins of a Roman villa in the Kalivo area, as well as a climb to the Kalivo hill to see archaeological remains from the prehistoric period.
● Lunch in nature
Lunch by the water, with local products and fresh food from the lake area.
● Boat trip
Departure by boat through the lagoon towards the Monastery area.
● Walk along the Dema Wall
We continue walking along the Dema Wall towards the coastline.
● Monastery of Saint George
A short stop for a visit at the monastery.
● Red Rock Beach
The second part of the hike continues: approximately one hour of walking through a cinematic landscape, ending at Red Rock Beach.
● Boat ride to Sarandë
Boat transfer from Red Rock Beach to the city of Sarandë.
During the ride, we pass by Mirror Beach, known for its deep blue color. Satellites have identified it as the deepest blues bay in the world.
● Dinner
Dinner in the city with a relaxed seaside atmosphere.
Early dinner at one of the seaside restaurants in Sarandë.
● Accommodation in Sarandë
Accommodation at Hasta La Vista hostel and rest.
●Included in the price
Everything mentioned in the program is included in the price, such as:
Breakfast in Konispol.
Dance performance.
Transport by car and boat.
Lunch in Kalivo.
Dinner in Sarandë.
Local guiding.
Tips at the Monastery of Saint George are welcome, contributing to its maintenance.
● Not included in the price
Personal expenses not foreseen by the organizers are not covered.