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A fabulous hike through the remote borderlands of Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro.
Each country had its own distinctive landscape: rugged limestone peaks in Albania, pine forests in Kosovo, and alpine meadows in Montenegro that were pink and red with the autumn foliage of wild blueberry bushes.
The genuine hospitality we received at the huts and guesthouses
A fabulous hike through the remote borderlands of Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro.
Each country had its own distinctive landscape: rugged limestone peaks in Albania, pine forests in Kosovo, and alpine meadows in Montenegro that were pink and red with the autumn foliage of wild blueberry bushes.
The genuine hospitality we received at the huts and guesthouses was a real highlight of the trip. The home cooked local food we had at each evening was plentiful and delicious.
The itinerary is very well thought out and the route is easy to follow and well marked. The trip would be better named ‘Highlights of the Peaks of the Balkans’ as several sections of the classic Peaks of the Balkans trail are replaced by road transfers to avoid large sections of road walking. This allows for an extra day in the Prokletije National Park where we did a fabulous 3 peak ridge hike.
The trip was seamlessly organized and I wouldn’t hesitate to book with Zbulo again!
11-day self-guided Peaks of the Balkans
Hiking beyond borders in Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro
I would absolutely recommend this trip! The experience was magnificent from beginning to end and exceeded all of my expectations.
The route is breathtaking, and the whole experience of doing the trek was truly special. Everything was incredibly well organized, from the itinerary and self-guided materials to the transfers, accommodations, meals and support a
I would absolutely recommend this trip! The experience was magnificent from beginning to end and exceeded all of my expectations.
The route is breathtaking, and the whole experience of doing the trek was truly special. Everything was incredibly well organized, from the itinerary and self-guided materials to the transfers, accommodations, meals and support along the way.
Even though it is a self-guided trek, I always felt supported and safe. Every reception we had was warm and welcoming, and all the people involved were extremely kind and helpful.
I was also pleasantly surprised by the food. At first, some of the meals looked a little unusual to me, but once I tried them, I absolutely loved them!
I honestly loved every single part of this experience. If you are considering doing this trip, go for it — you will have an unforgettable experience!
8-day self-guided Peaks of the Balkans trek
Hiking beyond borders in Albania and Montenegro – the highlights
Take heed of Zbulo’s recommendations (essential gear/clothing, kitty arrangements etc.) as they help to make the trek easier and more enjoyable.
Great organization, the real time answering speacially when we were sick, checking with us all time, the amazing drivers.
The detailed information in the bookguide, great cooredination, the guesthouse Kulla for celebrating my birthday.
All this make this trip so easy logisticaly and made us feel taken care of.
11-day self-guided Peaks of the Balkans
Hiking beyond borders in Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro
We had a very good time, hiking the valley of the Zagoria. Everything was well organised and we had the opportunity to find places we would have never found without Zbulo. The hikes were moderate for average 50-year-old men and women. Thanks to the whole team of Zbulo!
11-day self-guided Peaks of the Balkans
Hiking beyond borders in Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro
Great hiking trip, well organized and really good guides!
All perfect. Wonderful warm hearted guides Daniel and Donjeta.
Beautiful landscapes. Unique experience.
Grand choices of route, accomodations (except sanitary situations), perfect communication
We had a very good time, hiking the valley of the Zagoria. Everything was well organised and we had the opportunity to find places we would have never found without Zbulo. The hikes were moderate for average 50-year-old men and women. Thanks to the whole team of Zbulo!
8-day self-guided Hidden Valley trek
Ancient caravan routes and homestays in southern Albania’s Zagoria Valley
WHY CHOOSE US
Zbulo has been at the forefront of Adventure Tourism and Active Holidays in Albania since it was founded in 2013. Our team was involved with the development of most of the trails and regions popular with hikers visiting the country and its border regions today, making us true mountain tourism experts and helping us to provide the best service to our clients. Our committed office staff and experienced, professional guides, trained to the highest standards, aim to create transformative travel experiences for you.
LOCAL ENCOUNTERS
Dive below the surface and really get to know your destination. Create true emotional connections through unique encounters with the locals and fill your holidays with deep experiences.
SIGNATURE PRODUCTS
We have been involved with the scouting and development of touristic regions and trails in Albania and its neighbouring countries for many years. This allows us to carefully curate them to create the best possible, original tours for our clients.
NATURAL & CULTURAL GEMS
Our tours are designed to immerse you in the nature and culture of Albania, Kosovo, Macedonia and Montenegro. Discover unrivalled biodiversity and dramatic scenery, as well as ancient Greek and Roman ruins, Ottoman architecture and the archaic highlander way of life!
HIGHEST TRUST
Hundreds of 5-star reviews on TripAdvisor and continuous positive feedback from our guests don’t lie. Choose the most trusted travel specialists Albania has to offer to make your next trip the holiday of a lifetime.
TRAVEL WITH US
GUIDED TOURS
Join one of our guided tours that take you to the highlights of Albania and the Balkans. Travelling in small groups accompanied by one of our experienced and passionate guides is the best way to experience the breathtaking scenery, stunning nature and wonderfully hospitable people of Albania and its neighbours. Check our calendar of tour dates to find out about the next departures of your perfect active holiday!
SELF-GUIDED TOURS
Self-guided trips put you in charge of your own adventure. While you travel without a guide, every other aspect of your trip is being taken care of by us: your accommodation is booked, transfers arranged, and you will be equipped with a GPS and a roadbook with all the information your need for a smooth and unforgettable trip, while giving you flexibility and freedom to go your own way. Sounds like something for you? See all our self-guided trips in one handy overview to find the one that suits you best, or maybe you got a specific itinerary in mind and would like to build your own trip instead?
OTHER SERVICES
BORDER CROSSING PERMITS
As you are planning to take on the cross border trails of the Peaks of the Balkans, the High Scardus or the Via Dinarica, you have surely come across the need for border crossing permits. These permits are part of a special application system used by hikers and cyclists who wish to cross the “green borders” between Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro or North Macedonia. Even if you don’t book a trip with us and prefer to explore these trails independently, we can assist you with obtaining your permits.
TRAIL AND GENERAL TRAVEL INFORMATION
PEAKS OF THE BALKANS GUIDE AND FAQ
While our main focus is providing you with the best tours possible, we understand that for some people it’s simply the best fit to explore independently. In order to do that, you need quality, reliable information to plan your trip, which can be hard to come by, even as Albania and the region gets more popular. We have put together a handy “Guide to the Peaks of the Balkans Trail“ which answers traveller’s frequently asked questions, as well as some general information about Albania, mountain safety information and a recommended packing list.
WHO WE ARE
MEET THE TEAM
Zbulo consists of a small team of dedicated office staff, guides who accompany you in the field to bring you closer to the natural and cultural wonders of Albania and the region, all lead by Ricardo Fahrig and Endrit Shima, the hearts and minds behind Zbulo. Learn more about our team, find out how to work with us, or drop us a line if you need to contact us.
WHY ZBULO
With over a decade of experience in creating unforgettable active holidays for thousands of satisfied clients in Albania and its neighbouring countries, you can count on us to make your dream trip to the Western Balkans come true.
TRAVEL WITH US
Whether you are looking for a traditional guided group tour to the most beautiful places of Northern or Southern Albania, a trek through the Peaks of the Balkans border triangle with Kosovo and Montenegro, or a self-guided adventure on foot or by bike, you're in the right place.
BORDER PERMITS
We can assist with Border Crossing Permits for the Peaks of the Balkans or High Scardus Trail for independent hikers.
TRAIL INFORMATION
Do you want to get to know Albania and its trails better? Planning to hike the Peaks of the Balkans or High Scardus Trail? We have compiled some helpful information for you.
MEET THE TEAM
Want to see the faces behind the name? Have a looks who will be putting together your trip to Albania and Beyond.
our trips
8-day guided Albanian Coastal Trail
Coastal paths, olive groves and hilltop villages between the Ionian Sea and Llogara
8-day guided Hidden Valley trek
Guided homestay trek along ancient caravan routes in the Zagoria Valley
8-day guided High Scardus Trail
Guided trek through Albania’s eastern highlands, including Mount Korab
8-day guided Peaks of the Balkans trek
Hiking beyond borders in Albania and Montenegro
12-day guided Peaks of the Balkans
Hiking beyond borders in Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro
8-day self-guided Albanian Alps
Classic circuit with Komani Lake, Valbona, Theth and the Blue Eye
8-day self-guided Albanian Coastal Trail
Coastal paths, olive groves and hilltop villages between the Ionian Sea and Llogara
8-day self-guided Hidden Valley trek
Ancient caravan routes and homestays in southern Albania’s Zagoria Valley
8-day self-guided High Scardus Trail
Demanding self-guided trek through Albania’s eastern highlands, including Mount Korab
8-day self-guided Peaks of the Balkans trek
Hiking beyond borders in Albania and Montenegro – the highlights
11-day self-guided Peaks of the Balkans
Hiking beyond borders in Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro
8-day cycling highlights of southern Albania
Selected highlights of southern Albania’s UNESCO cycling route
10-day complete cycling route through southern Albania
The complete UNESCO cycling route through southern Albania
8-day relaxed cycling in southern Albania
A gentler ride along southern Albania’s UNESCO cycling route
8-day guided Peaks of the Balkans trek
Hiking beyond borders in Albania and Montenegro
12-day guided Peaks of the Balkans
Hiking beyond borders in Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro
8-day self-guided Peaks of the Balkans trek
Hiking beyond borders in Albania and Montenegro – the highlights
11-day self-guided Peaks of the Balkans
Hiking beyond borders in Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro
8-day guided Albanian Coastal Trail
Coastal paths, olive groves and hilltop villages between the Ionian Sea and Llogara
8-day guided Hidden Valley trek
Guided homestay trek along ancient caravan routes in the Zagoria Valley
8-day self-guided Albanian Coastal Trail
Coastal paths, olive groves and hilltop villages between the Ionian Sea and Llogara
8-day self-guided Hidden Valley trek
Ancient caravan routes and homestays in southern Albania’s Zagoria Valley
8-day cycling highlights of southern Albania
Selected highlights of southern Albania’s UNESCO cycling route
10-day complete cycling route through southern Albania
The complete UNESCO cycling route through southern Albania
8-day relaxed cycling in southern Albania
A gentler ride along southern Albania’s UNESCO cycling route
8-day guided High Scardus Trail
Guided trek through Albania’s eastern highlands, including Mount Korab
8-day guided Peaks of the Balkans trek
Hiking beyond borders in Albania and Montenegro
12-day guided Peaks of the Balkans
Hiking beyond borders in Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro
8-day self-guided Albanian Alps
Classic circuit with Komani Lake, Valbona, Theth and the Blue Eye
8-day self-guided High Scardus Trail
Demanding self-guided trek through Albania’s eastern highlands, including Mount Korab
8-day self-guided Peaks of the Balkans trek
Hiking beyond borders in Albania and Montenegro – the highlights
11-day self-guided Peaks of the Balkans
Hiking beyond borders in Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro
