🌊 Ishëm-Zeza River Canyon Adventure

Journey into one of Central Albania’s hidden natural wonders — the breathtaking Ishëm River Canyon. Flowing for 74 km through rugged terrain, this river carves dramatic paths between Skanderbeg Mountain and Rodon Cape, revealing ancient bridges, crystal springs, and waterfalls along the way.
Perfect for explorers who love hiking, history, and raw natural beauty, this adventure takes you across medieval pathways, through serene canyons, and beside emerald waters — a living museum of Albanian nature.

🗓️ Program
Departure: 08:00 AM (Saturday or Sunday)
Meeting Point: Avni Rustemi Square, New Bazaar, Tirana, Albania

Route: Tirana – Nikel – Kruja – Zeza River

Highlights:

• Depart from Tirana/Durrës with our comfortable minibus to Kurcaj village.
• Begin the adventure around 09:00 AM between Kruja Mountain and Gamti Mountain.
• Visit the first medieval bridge of the canyon and prepare for your scenic hike toward the Black River Canyon.
• Bypass along the Kruja Mountain trail, joining an ancient cobblestone road once connecting Durrës, Tirana, Kruja, and Mat.
• Walk through the canyon to a hidden waterfall, perfect for photos and short breaks.
• Discover crystal-clear springs bursting from the rocks — forming natural pools and small cascades.
• Pass through the “Natural Gate”, a formation of two towering rocks that frame the river path.
• Reach the three-arched mystical bridge, a stunning relic of the past used to cross the river centuries ago.
• Enjoy a light meal near the old spring and 200-year-old maple tree — the final stop of our hike.
• Return along the same route (approx. 2 hours ascent + 2 hours descent).
• Around 17:00, depart back for Tirana.
• Arrival in Tirana/Durrës around 18:00 PM.

  💶 Price: €25 per person (minimum 10 participants per group)

Included:

• Transport by comfortable minibus
• Professional guide assistance

Not Included:

• Meals and drinks
• Personal expenses

  📋 Additional Information
  Difficulty: Moderate (suitable for most participants)
  Total duration: Approx. 6–7 hours (including travel)
  Best season: March – October
  Avoid traveling in: November and December (rainiest months)
  Bookings: 5–10 days in advance at our office — behind the Fish Market, 10-storey building, 2nd floor, New Bazaar, Tirana.

  🎒 What to Bring
  Backpack • Hat • Sunglasses • Gloves • Cotton/comfortable clothing • Food/snacks • 1.5L water • Dried fruits & chocolate

 Experience Type
This adventure combines: Hiking • History • Culture • Exploration • Adventure

📞 Contact & Booking
Address: Avni Rustemi Square, New Bazaar, Tirana, Albania
Number: +355 697236304 (WhatsApp, Viber, SMS, Call)
Email: eltoni1979@gmail.com
Instagram: guidaalbania