Backpacker in Shkoder & Albanian Alps

For those wishing to contribute towards preserving a local cultural landscape and encouraging the continued preservation of structures and traditions while having a wonderful holiday, Carku Guesthouse is the right place. It is a truly authentic house made of hard stone, wide and thick planks of healthy-smelling pinewood, radiating warmth and friendliness.

Want to stay with a true Theth celebrity? Then look no further than Prek Terthorja's Guesthouse. Terthorja has been featured in guidebooks worldwide! There is no better guide to the region than Prek, who has plenty of tales and nuggets of wisdom up his sleeve to share with guests.

Staying at the family-owned Nika Guesthouse and Garden in the village of Nderlyse is the best way to experience the life of a highland farmer. This village of sweet orchards, situated at the junction of the Shala River, sits on the only plain of the valley that is rich in land and water and therefore suited to agriculture.

For those interested in local customs, traditions and rituals, Harusha Guesthouse is just the place to stay. Set close to a river and standing in the midst of a lovely garden and orchard, it is conveniently located on the plain at the heart of the Theth valley, near the village school, church and local museum.

Guardians of the last gate into the highest and widest section of the Valbona valley, the shocking gorge of Qetat e Harushes, Dunishe inhabitants have dwelt in this hamlet for the last 200 years. When visitors arrive, they welcome them with a true smile, an open heart, and warm Albanian hospitality.

This well-equipped guesthouse has places for 32 people. The house is situated in the middle of nature and gives a wonderful view. The host Dode Drago welcomes groups as well as individual travellers.The village house is close to the centre of Lepushe, about a ten minute walk.

The family Luce Shqutaj is happy to welcome you in to their home.  

A traditional guesthouse in the northernmost region of the Albanian Alps. Experience the authentic local culture in this small mountain village. The Rezaj family welcomes guests into the guestroom of their home.

Flamur and his family are residents of the traditional village of Vermosh, in the mountainous northern region of Albania. They offer a guesthouse to visitors who are interested in experiencing authentic village life in this beautiful rural area.

This is a traditional alpine guesthouse in the northern mountains of Albania. Your hosts will welcome you into a guestroom of their own home. A truly authentic experience!