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Fri 12 Jun - Fri 19 Jun 2020

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The challenge

  • Traverse lush green valleys, wildflower meadows and craggy passes in Albania and Montenegro
  • Scale the heights of the Zla Kolata, Montenegro’s highest mountain
  • Hike to the remote valley of Theth in the heart of the Albanian Alps
  • Cross the jagged heights of the Valbona Pass
  • Encounter a traditional way of life in remote villages

Albania is a country with unspoiled landscapes and a traditional way of life. This little visited corner of Europe offers both astonishing beauty and wonderful hospitality. The spectacular Accursed Mountains are virtually impenetrable apart from a series of high passes that link remote communities to the outside world. 

Following some ancient paths, you will hike in the south west of Montenegro and encounter some breath-taking landscapes with views of mount Taljanka and mount Volušnica, as well as the majestic Karanfili peaks. 

From the remote village of Thethi in the heart of the Albanian Alps, you’ll head over the spectacular Valbona Pass and down into the Valbona valley. Your final challenge will be to conquer Zla Kolata, Montenegro’s highest mountain (2,534m) before you can finally celebrate your achievements with a boat trip on Lake Koman. 

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Trek Albania Peja Pass

Trek Albania Peja Pass

Trek Albania Thethi meadows

Trek Albania Thethi meadows

Trek Albania traditional food

Trek Albania traditional food

Trek Albania Thethi Guesthouse

Trek Albania Thethi Guesthouse

Trek Albania rest stop

Trek Albania rest stop

Trek Albania

Trek Albania

Trek Albania

Trek Albania

Trek Albania

Trek Albania

Trek Albania

Trek Albania

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