• Oct 14, 25
  • Albrafting

Rafting on the Vjosa River – From Berat to Albania’s Last Wild River

Only 90 km from Berat lies the Vjosa River, Albania’s first and only national river park, recognized as the last wild river in Europe and part of UNESCO. On September 27, 2025, Vjosa was officially added to the “Man and the Biosphere” program as part of the world heritage list. Stretching 272 km from the Pindus mountains in Greece across Albania to the Adriatic Sea, the Vjosa offers an unspoiled natural landscape that will take your breath away.

Rafting on the Vjosa is an unforgettable adventure. This 10 km segment is filled with canyons, small waterfalls, lush vegetation, and a rich ecosystem that thrives year-round. Glide through the white waters as our professional guides share fascinating stories about the river’s history and wildlife.

Albania Rafting Group, the first team to bring rafting to Përmet, has spent 25 years promoting and protecting this river. We organize daily departures from Berat for rafting or kayaking on the Vjosa, offering carefully designed packages to make your adventure seamless.

Package 1 – Full-Day Rafting from Berat

  • Meeting point: Castle Park Hotel or  Suspension Bridge in Berat.(Gorrica side)

  • Transport: Minibus ride of 1 hour 45 minutes along the scenic route Berat – Terpan – Rehove -Gllave – Buz -Ballaban - Kelcyre – Përmet.

  • Stop in Gllave: Enjoy traditional pancakes with honey and mountain tea at Villa “Sofia on Top.”

  • Rafting Base: Arrive at the Albania Rafting Group base to gear up with professional rafting equipment.

  • Rafting: Only 15 minutes from the base, enjoy 2 hours of rafting through the stunning Vjosa River.

  • Lunch: After rafting, return to the base to change and enjoy a delicious lunch of pasta with ragu in our Safari tent.

  • Return: Minibus ride back to Berat, arriving around 18:00.

Price: 69 EUR per person

Optional Extras:

Included in the Package:

  • Minivan transport from Berat 3,5 h 

  • Stop for pancakes with honey and mountain tea

  • Rafting with professional equipment (wetsuit, thermal jacket, helmet, shoes, life jacket)

  • Lunch

What to Wear and Bring:

  • Bathing clothes

  • Personal water bottle

  • Extra clothes for after rafting

  • Coins for drinks or tipping guides

Join us for an adventure on the last wild river of Europe, where adrenaline meets nature in its purest form. Rafting the Vjosa River is more than an activity — it’s a journey through one of Albania’s most stunning and protected landscapes.