Discovering Europe's Last Wild River: A Journey with Albania Rafting Group

Dr. Jack Wheeler, called the Real Life Indiana Jones by the Wall Street Journal after visiting every country in the world, has recently visited Albania with friends and family from the United States of America. Wheeler booked a grand trip of Albania through the Albanian Rafting Group, which took him and his friends from the top to the bottom of our beautiful country!

Last week, Forbes magazine published an article crowning Albania and rafting in the wild Vjosa River as one of the top 5 things to do in Europe without the crowds. 

Last Friday, Albanian Rafting Group and Hotel Castle Park attended the Fair for Young People hosted at the Qendra Multifunctional Space in Berat.

Prime Minister Edi Rama has taken to social media, portraying Albania as "The New Princess of the East". 

The Prime Minister took to Facebook earlier this week to write about a promotion in a French travel magazine, “Paris vous aime”, rating Berat and the Osumi Canyons as top destinations. 

A travel-loving family from Romania recently visited us at Hotel Castle Park in Berat, and also joined us in the Osumi Canyons for a unique rafting adventure!

Albania is known for its hospitality and incredible food, with the fertile lands of Berat producing some of the best ingredients in the country. Read below for the top five Albanian desserts that you need to try while visiting this beautiful country.

Nestled in the heart of Albania in Southeastern Europe, Berat is often referred to as the hidden gem of the country. But with its white Ottoman houses, hilltop castle, delicious food and hospitable people, it’s only a matter of time before this gem is a secret no longer.

Almost three years ago, a woman named Ellen Cras visited Hotel Castle Park in Berat to enjoy the canyons, walking tours of Berat and Tomor, and rafting in the Vjosa.

The famous UK news website The Telegraph has recently featured Albania as the Mediterranean’s budget secret in an article late last month.

Packrafting in Albania isn't just an adventure sport—it's a gateway to unparalleled exploration. Gone are the days when it was reserved for only the most experienced adventurers; now, it beckons to anyone with a spirit of adventure and a desire to push their boundaries.

Welcome to Our Packrafting Adventures in Albanian rivers !

Në datën 23 Mars 2024 u zhvillua për herë të shtatë Kampionati Kombëtar i Rafting.

Kampionati Kombëtar i Rafting 2024

Federata Shqiptare e Rafting me krenari prezanton "Kampionatin Kombëtar të Raftingut", i cili do të zhvillohet në datat 22-23 Mars 2024, në bukurinë natyrore të Lumit Vjosa, në qendër të qytetit Përmet.

Detajet e Eventit:

The Albanian Rafting Federation is proud to announce the "National Rafting Championship" taking place from March 22nd to 23th, 2024, set against the stunning backdrop of the Vjosa River in the heart of Përmet city.

Event Details:

The Albanian Rafting Federation is pleased to announce the opening of applications for training and certification in the specialized field of Rafting for the year 2024.

Training is scheduled for Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Applications will be accepted until one day prior to the commencement of the training session.

HAPEN APLIKIMET PËR TRAJNIM DHE ÇERTIFIKIM TË UDHËRRËFYESVE NË SPECIALITETIN E VEÇANTË: RAFTING PËR VITIN 2024

The origins of the Bênçë River are deeply intertwined with the rich history and geography of the region. The name "Bênçë" finds its roots in the village of Bênçë, situated to the south of the city of Tepelën, approximately 6 kilometers away, at an elevation of 225 meters above sea level.

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the untamed beauty of Albania's Vjosa River, as celebrated by the renowned publication, "The Times," in a riveting article pulsating with passion and emotion.

An exceptional evening unfolded at the prestigious Brigade Palace, where the Albanian Tourist Union, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, orchestrated the esteemed "GALA DINNER AWARDS." Thi