Back in 2021 we did a rafting tour of the Osumi River Canyon here in Albania. It was a lot of fun with some great scenery. 

At this time of year the water levels are too low to do rafting, so instead they run guided trekking tours through the canyon. You don't need hiking boots though... you need a life jacket for this hike!

It was about an hour and a half drive to get to the departure point. Then, they get you all suited up with neoprene wetsuit pants, a helmet, and a life jacket.

Did you catch the episode of Échappées Belles that aired on May 31, 2025, on TV5Monde? Titled “Albanie, la perle des Balkans”, the show features host Sophie Jovillard as she takes viewers on a vibrant journey through Albania, revealing why this Balkan gem is shining brighter than ever.

It was 8:30 a.m. when our adventure began, departing from the charming Castle Park Hotel in Berat. We were eager to explore the raw, untouched nature in the heart of Albania. With the Albania Rafting Group guiding our journey, we set off toward the spectacular Osumi Canyon—a place we'd only seen in photos.

Across the globe, Berat is ranked among the 10 most famous places in the world for its connection to the divine and high energy field.

Media "Behind the Illusion" has ranked Berat in 7th place in 10 countries with the strongest spiritual energy field in the world.