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Expert-guided rafting, hiking, and cultural adventures on the untamed Vjosa — in the heart of Përmet, Albania.

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June 2025
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Why Travel With Us

The Heartbeat of
the Vjosa River

We don't just guide tours — we share our home, our culture, and our passion for Europe's last wild river. Every adventure is crafted by locals who grew up on these trails, cooked over these fires, and know every whisper of the valley.

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100% Local Guides

Born and raised in Përmet. No outsourced guides — just neighbours who've walked every kilometre of the riverbanks and know the valley's hidden secrets.

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Certified & Fully Insured

All guides hold international wilderness first‑aid and national park certifications. Your safety is our absolute priority, always.

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True Eco‑Travel

5% of every booking directly funds Vjosa conservation. No plastic, no greenwashing — just measurable impact on Europe's wildest river.

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Small Groups, Deep Connections

Capped at 12 people. More personal attention, more authentic experiences, and access to places large operators can't reach.

Licensed Operator Green Tourism Certified Wilderness First Aid UNESCO Partner
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Vjosa Rafting
½ Day€65
Hiking
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Full Day€45
Culinary
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08:00Nemërçka Mountain
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The Vjosa is Europe's last large wild river — and we intend to keep it that way. Every booking directly funds cleanup expeditions, reforestation, and the scientists working to protect what remains.

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10% of every booking goes directly to the Vjosa Conservation Fund

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4.9 ★★★★★ 500+ reviews
500+Happy Travelers
98%Would Recommend
12+Years of Experience
#1in Përmet on TripAdvisor
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"Life-changing. The rafting was exhilarating and guide Artan made us feel completely safe. I'll treasure these memories for the rest of my life."

Sarah M.
Sarah M.
March 2025
TripAdvisor
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"A completely different league. Personal attention, deep local knowledge, genuine warmth. This is exactly what travel should feel like."

James K.
James K.
September 2024
Google
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"The folk music evening made me cry — so beautiful and authentic. We're already planning our return trip for next summer."

Luisa T.
Luisa T.
June 2024
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Rruga Çerçiz Topulli, Përmet
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