Hiking Excursion in South Albania to explore Gjipe Canyons

Hiking excursion Gjipe in South Albania to explore Gjipe Canyons Shore excursion starting from Himara port.

After meeting with the driver and the guide, the hiking excursion in gjipe starts with the transfer to the Open Market in Himara. There you are going to buy on your own some food like fruits, vegetables or something else in order to have them with you during the hike to Gjipe. After buying all the food and drinks you need for the hiking excursion you will go to Ilias village for an approximately 30min drive. The hiking excursion Gjipe starts from Ilias village and after 3 and a half hours it ends in Gjipe beach.

While these days it’s far from being the secret it once was, it’s certainly one of the most beautiful and least crowded beaches along the Albanian Riviera. This program gives you also free time where you will have the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking views of this hidden gem of the south.
Later on, transfer back to Himara. There you are going to visit a local family. They will serve you Turkish coffee and raki, a traditional Albanian drink. Lastly, you get back to your ship to continue your journey. End of Hiking excursion Gjipe program.

Hiking information:
Maximum altitude: 250m
Minimum altitude: 16m
Cumulative length: 4km
Difficulty: easy
Time: 3h 30min