Theth – Nderlyse – Shkoder

In Theth you can visit the iconic church and lock-in tower (kulla) that offered protection to men threatened by blood feud. It’s the perfect place to dive into the history of the “kanun” and elaborate on the former highland law code; it also marks the trail head to Nderlysaj. Following water channels, you climb to the famed Grunas waterfall, then descend along a well-worn bridle path along the riverbed to the quieter hamlet Nderlysa for a hearty lunch. You can continue the hike to the colorful karst spring called the “Blue Eye”, or alternatively stay put and spend an easy going afternoon swimming at the glacier-shaped rock formations. In the late afternoon, you ride across the scenic Thore Pass (1.630 m) back to Shkodra (75km/2h).

Expect to reach Shkoder after 5 pm and prepare for an overnight stay, it’s unlikely there will be public transport. You may contact us to add private transfers to Tirana, airports or another destination as well as hotel overnights before/after the trip where luggage can be stored.