Gjipe Beach

Gjipe

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Gjipesë
Location: Gjipe, Albania

The Canyon of Gjipe (Albanian: Kanioni i Gjipesë) is a bay and calcareous canyon located between Dhërmi and Vuno. Next to the canyon, you can also find the Beach of Gjipe (1 hour 30 mins away from Vlora and 2 hours away from Saranda). The area around the beach does not offer a lot of choices when it comes to restaurants, hotels, parties since the closests cities are far away. It is best to pack your own lunch, drinks, sunscreen, etc. if you plan on visiting this beach.

Jale Beach

Jalë

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Jalës
Location: Jalë, Albania

Jale Beach is located in the Bay of Jale, a few minutes away from the village of Vuno. It is one of the most special places in Albania because of its water, sand and climate. If you have been to Dhërmi, Himarë or other beaches in the south of Albania, you will love Jalë too.

Lukova Beach

Lukovë

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Lukovës
Location: Lukovë, Albania

Located in southern Albania, the village of Lukova is on the Albanian Riviera by the Ionian Sea. The Beach of Lukova is located in the village with the same name, 25km (40 mins by car) to the north of the city of Sarandë. It is a quiet beach, frequented by both familes and young people.

Kakome Bay Beach

Kakome

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Gjirit të Kakomesë
Location: Kakome, Albania

In Kakome Bay, there is a beach that is entirely uninhabited called Kakome Bay Beach. The beach is 300-400 meters wide and mostly deserted. There are no resturants or hotels nearby. The best way to reach the beach is by boat.

Borsh Beach

Borsh

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Borshit
Location: Borsh, Albania

The coastal village of Borsh is located on the Albanian Riviera. It is a well-liked vacation spot in the summer, particularly because of its stunning beaches and diverse natural setting. The town's primary source of revenue is tourism, which presents a variety of business opportunities for innkeepers, restaurateurs, and other tourism-related enterprises. Due to its beach, which is the longest in the Ionian Sea (7 km), Borsh has grown in popularity.

New Beach, Vlora

Plazhi i Ri, Vlorë

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Ri, Vlorë
Location: Vlorë, Albania

Plazhi i Ri is the most popular beach in the city of Vlora. The beach is located near Lungomare and it is perfect for a nice walk by the beach in the evening. It is also close to many bars, restaurants, shops, etc. There's something for everyone near this beach.

Qeparo Beach

Qeparo

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Qeparoit
Location: Qeparo, Albania

The only beach in the village of Qeparo, which is surrounded by olive groves and offers stunning views of the Village above, is called Qeparo Beach. Tourists, locals, and guests who have made reservations at this Village's hotels visit it.

Bay of Lalzi

Gjiri i Lalzit

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Gjirit të Lalzit
Location: Gjiri i Lalzit, Albania

The Bay of Lalzi is a large bay in Southern Europe that is part of the Mediterranean Sea and is located 25 kilometers (or 30 minutes) from the coastal city of Durrës.

Himara Beach

Himara

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Himarës
Location: Himarë, Albania

Himara Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Albania. The area is filled with parties, events, restaurants, bars and offers something for everyone.

Old Beach, Vlora

Plazhi i Vjetër, Vlorë

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Vjetër, Vlorë
Location: Vlorë, Albania

Plazhi i Vjetër is located in the city of Vlora and was the main beach in Vlorë during the communist regime. Today it is less frequented than the New Beach (Plazhi i Ri) which is located 3km to the south.

Saranda Beach

Saranda

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Sarandës
Location: Sarandë, Albania

Saranda Beach is located in the city of Sarandë. Since the fall of communism in Albania, Sarand has grown to be a significant tourist destination and is poised to become the newest undiscovered gem of the overpopulated Med due to its coastal accessibility and Mediterranean climate. Due to its location, there are many activites for everyone to enjoy, restaurants, bars, etc.

Ksamil Beach

Ksamil

Albanian Translation: Plazhi i Ksamilit
Location: Ksamil, Albania

Ksamil is one of the most popular coastal resorts for both domestic and international visitors. The Guardian's list of the 20 best inexpensive beach vacations for 2013 included Ksamil Beach and Albania's Ionian Coast, which is located further north. The nearby Ksamil Islands are the main attractions. The clean crystal water and the Caribbean white sand beaches in Ksamil significantly increased the town's tourism. Ksamil has been labeled as the "Maldives of Europe" from LADbible in 2023.

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