The 6 Permet Rafting Tours We Would Book Again

1.Permet: Vjosa River National Park Guided Rafting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 291 reviews · 150 minutes - 3 hours · from $49 a head Our pick

Join GoRaft Vjosa Albania for a 150-minute to three-hour rafting trip through Vjosa River National Park. Guides such as Emil, Mikkel, Genny, and Orges lead small groups through gentle and faster rapids, with time for swimming, rock jumping, photos, snacks, and river stories. Beginners are welcome, but expect water conditions to shape the level of excitement.

“Mikkel was an excellent captain and tour guide, he made it very fun and engaging for everyone and also had a great sense of humour whilst doing so. Very personable and a pleasure to raft with!”

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2.Përmet: Vjosa River Rafting from Permet or Berat city

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 239 reviews · 4 - 9 hours · from $44 a head Cheapest seat

Join Albania Rafting Group for a two-hour Class III descent on the Vjosa River. Depart from Përmet or take a day trip from Berat. Guides such as Aldo, Ali, Daniel, Kev, and Ari lead you through clear water, playful rapids, swimming stops, and an optional cliff jump. Equipment, transfers, showers, and lunch options are available.

“Really fun! We were able to swim, jump off rocks and paddle through the rapids. Would 100% recommend. Ari was an excellent guide and was able to give us information on the river too!”

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3.Rafting Vjosa River Gjirokastër Albania ARG

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 199 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $54 a head Best rated

Meet Albania Rafting Group in Qilarisht near Përmet for a 3 to 4 hour Vjosa River trip. You’ll paddle through calm stretches and rapids, view Langarica canyon, stop for swimming or cliff jumping, and receive wetsuit, thermal jacket, life jacket, and rafting gear. Guides such as Kevin, Aldo, Julio, and others lead in English.

“Beautiful and picturesque scenery. The instructor/captain well knowledgeable about the river and it's surrounding and took also the time to take pictures along the way making it a memorable experience for all the family. The downside was that water level happened to be a bit dry given the unusual extra hot temperatures which took away that little extra thrill.”

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4.Rafting Tour in Vjosa Wild River National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52 a head

Meet Vjosa Explorer in Përmet for a 3.5-hour rafting trip beneath Mount Nemërçka. Guides Irma and Gjeni lead you through turquoise channels, rapids, swimming spots, cliff jumps, and quiet beaches. Equipment, transport, water, and a seasonal local tasting are included, with groups limited to eight.

“Lovely people, top accompaniment. Irma and Gjeni did great! Definitely book through them! They're worth it. Beautiful nature, nice atmosphere and professional guidance!Auto-translated”

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5.Amazing Rafting Experience at Last Wild Vjosa River of Europe in Permet, Albania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $48 a head

Start at Funky Guest House & Adventures in Përmet, then ride an air-conditioned van to the river. With helmets, life jackets, and English-speaking guides such as Irma and Avenir, you tackle rapids, swim, and enjoy Vjosa National Park before returning to town. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

“Very good experience. Although the water was quite low and slow, it was great experience, thanks to good guides. We had lot of fun!”

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6.From Permet: Amazing Rafting Experience at Vjosa River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3 hours · from $60 a head

Meet at Funky Bar in Përmet, then ride to the rafting centre, gear up, and travel upstream to the launch point. English or Albanian-speaking guides lead you through waves, currents, narrow passages, swimming stops, and rock jumps on the Vjosa River. Avenir is praised for his humor, photos, and thoughtful touches such as drinks or ice cream before the trip.

“Un guide au Top, des petites attention comme boisson ou glace avant de démarrer l activité. Un guide qui met tout en œuvre pour que la balade soit mémorable, photos, amusements....”

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