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Top 10 nature & wildlife things to do in Permet

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Permet that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Përmet Vjosa Riverside Scenic Bike Ride Adventure Through Nature, Permet1

    1. Përmet Vjosa Riverside Scenic Bike Ride Adventure Through Nature

    · 2.5 hours

    Explore the breathtaking Vjosa River Valley on a scenic bike ride through one of Europe’s last wild rivers. Perfect for nature lovers, families, and outdoor enthusiasts, this relaxing experience combines peaceful riverside cycling, mountain views, and authentic local landscapes away from crowded tourist areas. Enjoy fresh air, beautiful photo stops, and a unique connection with the untouched beauty of southern Albania.

  2. Guided Rafting Tour - Vjosa River National Park - Permet, Albania, Permet2

    2. Guided Rafting Tour - Vjosa River National Park - Permet, Albania

    5.0· 48 reviews· 3 hours

    Embark on an unforgettable journey with expert guides, breathtaking scenery, and thrilling adventures. Enjoy unique insights, safe and exciting activities, and create lasting memories that stand out from the rest!

  3. Rafting in Permet Albania, Permet3

    3. Rafting in Permet Albania

    5.0· 18 reviews· 2.7 hours

    Experience the best Vjosa River rafting in Albania on Europe’s last wild river. Join our professional guides for an unforgettable adventure through crystal-clear waters, fun rapids, deep canyons, and breathtaking scenery near Përmet. This rafting tour is perfect for beginners, families, couples, and adventure lovers looking for excitement and nature together. We provide certified guides, premium safety equipment, helmets, life jackets, wetsuits, and full instructions before the trip. Paddle through the stunning Vjosa National Park, swim in fresh river pools, and enjoy one of the top outdoor activities in Albania. Our Vjosa rafting tours combine safety, adrenaline, and amazing landscapes for a truly unique experience. Easy booking, friendly local team, and memorable moments guaranteed. Choose the best rafting in Vjosa River for your Albania holiday and discover why travelers rate this adventure as a must-do experience near Përmet.

  1. River Tubing Experience at Vjosa National Park in Permet, Albania, Permet4

    4. River Tubing Experience at Vjosa National Park in Permet, Albania

    5.0· 5 reviews

    Float freely down the crystal-clear waters of the Vjosa River with our self-guided tubing rental in the heart of Vjosa River National Park, Përmet! This relaxing adventure is perfect for families, friends, or solo travelers looking to cool off and enjoy nature at their own pace. You'll get a high-quality river tube, life vest, and dry bag, plus a safety briefing and route guidance. Drift through stunning mountain scenery, stop to swim or sunbathe, and let the river do the work. Optional shuttle service available. Fun, safe, and unforgettable – book your tubing experience today and create your own wild river memory!

  2. Vjosa Rafting Getaway: Rafting Tour in Vjosa River, Permet, Permet5

    5. Vjosa Rafting Getaway: Rafting Tour in Vjosa River, Permet

    5.0· 3 reviews· 3 hours

    We offer rafting in the VJOSA river, which from March 13, 2023 is a national park, the last remaining wild river in Europe. Rafting is a group adventure sport. A normal tour has a length of 8.7 km with a duration of about 3 hours depending on the water level in the river. Together we will learn the rules of navigation, enjoy the waves of the Vjosa river, swim in the fresh water and jump from the cliffs. We hope that it will be a great experience for you as it has been for many others before.

  3. Kayaking Adventure in Vjosa National Park, Albania, Permet6

    6. Kayaking Adventure in Vjosa National Park, Albania

    5.0· 3 reviews· 2.5 hours

    Navigate the stunning waters of Vjosa National Park on a thrilling kayaking adventure from Përmet. This 2.5-hour experience allows you to paddle through Albania's pristine landscapes, surrounded by breathtaking nature. With a guide and support raft by your side, you’ll explore the river's unique ecosystems while utilizing top-notch safety gear and kayaks. Perfect for those with a moderate fitness level, this activity promises an engaging way to connect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors.

  4. Rafting Adventure on the Wild Vjosa River in Përmet, Permet7

    7. Rafting Adventure on the Wild Vjosa River in Përmet

    5.0· 1 reviews· 2.5 hours

    This is not just another rafting tour — it’s a river journey guided by experience. Guided by Rico – Not Just a Guide, a River Insider With years of hands-on experience on the Vjosa Rico knows this river in all seasons and moods. Expect expert navigation, real-time coaching, and stories only a local guide can share. Adventure with Personality From playful rapids to calm, glassy stretches, this route balances excitement and relaxation. You won’t just float downstream — you’ll understand the river, how to read it, and how to enjoy it safely. Moments Worth Remembering Hidden swimming spots, dramatic canyon views, and perfect photo stops are built into the experience — not rushed, not scripted. A Connection Beyond the Paddle This journey is also about slowing down and tuning in — fresh mountain air, untouched nature, and a deep respect for Europe’s last wild river.

  5. Discover Permet Nature Hike Local Mountain and Panoramic Views, Permet8

    8. Discover Permet Nature Hike Local Mountain and Panoramic Views

    5.0· 1 reviews· 3 hours

    Passionate traveler and local guide with years of experience sharing hidden gems and authentic cultural experiences. I love helping visitors discover the stories, flavors, and traditions that make this destination special.

  6. Amazing Horse Riding Experience at Vjosa National Park in Permet, Permet9

    9. Amazing Horse Riding Experience at Vjosa National Park in Permet

    5.0· 214 reviews· 4 hours

    Funky Guest House and Adventures believes that traveling is the best investment and to make your holiday enjoyable and unforgettable, we organize various horse riding trips in the Vjosa national park and valley. This is the most perfect, ecological way to visit the natural beauties, the cultural monuments, the characteristic villages and experience the local tradition. The region of Përmet is blessed because of the landscape, historical and cultural heritage - as is surrounded by high mountains, blue rivers, green hills, amazing national parks, beautiful canyons, hot thermal baths, characteristic stone villages, old churches, wonderful stone bridges, friendly people and delicious organic food. Funky Guest House and Adventures is not just a destination but an experience that you will take with you. We welcome you this holiday season and we promise you will fall in love with this amazing experience, our town and Albania too! What are you waiting for

  7. Rafting Tour in Vjosa Wild River National Park, Permet10

    10. Rafting Tour in Vjosa Wild River National Park

    4.9· 102 reviews· 3.5 hours

    Vjosa Wild River... First Europe's National Park, is a must do, at least once in life, happiness rafting experience! Offers a unique combination between exciting rapids and majestic mountains views! Our team mission is to transmit the local life experience, gifting a memorable day in one of the last wild rivers remained in Europe, the best adventure and fun! A special tour accompanied by fidelity, professionalism, security and details that you will never forget! With much love and dedication, you will have all the needed suggestions to help you hear all the Vjosa's "voices": her warm hugs, lovely waves, "angry thrusts", finesse and tranquility she transmits, her joyful rapids & much more, that you would want to come back again and again...

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