Mountain Escapes
Albania beyond the beaches. Wooden cabins in the forest, horseback day rides for every level, traditional food and real farm life in Gërmenj–Shelegur National Park.
Choose your escape
All escapes start and end at the farm. No riding experience needed. Every escape can be adapted to your dates and interests.
Mountain Stopover
1 night · A peaceful break on your road trip through southern Albania.
- Wooden bungalow with private bathroom
- Traditional dinner at the farm
- Farm breakfast with our own honey
From €45 per person
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Wild Albania Escape
2 nights · The best way to discover the farm and the mountains.
- 2 nights in a wooden bungalow
- Dinners and breakfasts
- Half-day horse ride (beginners welcome)
- Cooking class or apitherapy session
- Forest walk looking for wildlife tracks
From €160 per person
Adventure Week
3–4 nights · For travellers who want to slow down and explore more.
- Wooden bungalow, full board
- Full-day horse ride with picnic
- Guided hike in the national park
- Cooking class
- Tips to explore Leskovik, Përmet and the lakes
From €320 per person
Your own escape
Tailor-made · Tell us what you would like to do and we will put it together for you.
- Choose your rides, hikes and activities
- Any number of nights
- Ideal for couples, friends and small groups
Price on request
Add a horseback day ride
No experience needed: our calm horses and local guides adapt to every level. Each ride starts and ends at the farm and includes lunch, either a picnic with a view or a home-cooked meal with local families. Add one or more rides to any escape.
Horseback day rides
CAVE OF PODA
We will head to the village of Poda, where the famous caves are located. After the tour, we will traverse pastures and fields to the village of Radanj. We will visit a house where local residents will prepare a traditional lunch for us. After the meal, we will journey back to the farm through the fields. This route is suitable for galloping.
20 km • 4 hours
WAY OF SHEPHERDS
On this exceptional route, you will become acquainted with the ancient tradition of Albanian shepherds, which is UNESCO-listed. We will depart from the farm to Shelegur’s Lake and further into the hills towards the border, where the shepherds reside. Lunch will be in the form of a picnic with breathtaking views. We will ascend to the summit of the mountain and then descend back down to the farm.
18 km • 5 hours
LESKOVIKU TOWN
We will head to the village of Vrepcke and then to the town of Leskovik. We will have lunch there, see the sights, the old infrastructure and discover how Muslims and Christians live together in harmony. On the way back to the farm we will take a coffee break in Shelegur.
27 km • 5 hours
KAMENIK HISTORICAL MOUNTAIN
We will set out to Mount Kamenik, where one of the toughest battles between the Greek and Italian armies took place in World War II. We will have lunch on a large field near the crash site of a plane. We will continue through the pastures to the village of Germenji, enjoying the magnificent views along the way. After exploring the village, we will return to the farm.
17 km • 4 hours
TOUR OF FOUR VILLAGES
We will head through the forest and the Shalsi River up the hill to the village of Shales. We will visit a local house and then descend to the villages of Gozhdarazhda and Poda, where we will have lunch at the Seven Springs of Poda. Finally, we will visit the village of Radanj, where we will visit a cheesemaker and taste homemade dairy products and wine.
20 km • 4 hours
TOUR OF COMMUNISM
We will drive to the village of Hosecke and then through the fields to the village of Radanj. We will visit a secret lake and, depending on the weather, we can even take a swim. Then we will head back to the farm. Whoever wants to, can gallop.
24 km • 5 hours
RELAXING TOUR
We’ll set off on horseback with Toni—your guide and the heart behind the farm. The ride takes us through quiet fields toward the village of Hosecke and then on to the peaceful village of Radanj. Along the way, we’ll stop at the home of Ethem and Leta, two dear friends who always welcome us like family. There’s usually something warm and homemade waiting—tea, fresh bread, maybe a little something sweet—and it’s a lovely moment to slow down, listen to their stories, and get a feel for the rhythm of village life.
From there, Toni will gently guide us to a hidden lake near the village of Has. It’s a favorite little spot—calm, quiet, and perfect for dipping your feet in or even taking a swim if the weather is kind. Then it’s back to the ranch, where those who feel up to it can enjoy a little gallop across the open fields. No rush, no pressure—just a beautiful day spent in good company, soaking in the simple joys of nature and connection.
10 km • 2 hours
TOUR OF WISHES
If you wish, we can arrange a ride tailored exactly to your preferences.
Your wooden bungalow
Bungalows for up to 4 people, each with its own shower and toilet, in the shade of the trees and next to the stream. Simple, comfortable and surrounded by nature.
Wake up in the national park
Mountain views, flowers, birds and the sound of the stream. Walk straight from your door into the forest.
Everything at the farm
Traditional food at our restaurant, horses, animals, apitherapy and cooking classes, all a few steps from your bungalow.
Apitherapy at the farm
We are the first in Albania to offer apitherapy. Add a session to any escape.
The most popular is the inhalation of warm air (aerosol) from the beehive. This contains propolis, royal jelly, beeswax and pollen.
Breathing such enriched air with a special mask can help with:
bronchitis
asthma and allergies
migraines and chronic headaches
weakened immune system
stress and depression
Due to the life cycle of bees, apitherapy can only be used from April to September.
Good to know
Do I need riding experience?
No. Our day rides are designed for all levels, including complete beginners. Experienced riders can gallop on some routes.
How do I get to the farm?
We are on the Ersekë–Leskovik road in southeastern Albania. The easiest way is by car. Contact us and we will send you directions.
When can I come?
Spring, summer and autumn are the best seasons for riding and hiking. Contact us for winter stays.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes, closed shoes, a hat and sun cream.
Plan your mountain escape
Tell us which escape you like, your dates and how many you are. We will reply personally with availability and all the details.
