Shala River Trip Travel Guide

Lake Komani, an artificial lake formed in 1979, is one of Europe's highest dams of its kind. This hidden gem is located in Northern Albania, near Shkoder and Valbona Valley National Park. The lake was created when a hydroelectric power station was built on the Drin River.Cruising through the narrow canyons and past towering mountains with crystal-clear waters is a photographer's dream. The lake stretches over 34 km. The Drin River, which feeds into Lake Komani, is formed by the Black Drin and White Drin rivers. The Shala and Valbona rivers' crystalline waters meet in Lake Komani.Visitors can take a ferry ride that lasts 2.5 to 3 hours through stunning landscapes. The ferry was originally used to transport locals and goods. The lake provides access to the Albanian Alps, with mountain peaks over 2,000 meters high. You can also explore the Shala River, known as the "Thailand of Albania," with its turquoise waters.