Shala River Boat Tickets 2027: Prices and How to Book

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Shala River Boat Tickets 2027: Prices and How to Book

Shala River boat tickets, 2027 season: open for booking. The 2027 season runs from 15 April to 15 October, at the same prices as 2026. Last updated: November 2026.

You can book 2027 Shala River boat tickets now: the 2027 season runs from 15 April to 15 October. The boat ticket from Koman costs €25 per person, and the packages with a bus from Shkoder, Lezhe, Tirana, Tirana Airport or Durres cost between €40–55. You can pay cash on the day of the tour or online by PayPal, and you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour experience for a full refund.

We’ve run daily boat tours to Shala River from 15 April to 15 October since 2023. These are the same prices and times you’ll see when you book.

2027 Shala River Boat Tickets Prices at a Glance

Ticket or Package	2027 Price	Start and Check-In	Back At
Boat Ticket From Koman Lake	€25 per person	Koman, 09:00 AM (second boat in July–August: 11:00 AM)	Koman, 15:30 (second boat: 17:30)
Private Boat Tur	€250 per boat, for groups of up to 8 people	Koman, 11:00 AM	Koman, 18:00
Tur From Shkoder	€40 per person	Near Sheshi Demokracia, 06:30 AM	Shkoder, about 17:00
Tur Fra Lezhe	€45 per person	Meeting point in Lezhe (on the map you get after booking), 06:15 AM	Lezhe, about 17:30
Tur Fra Tirana	50 € per person	Central Tirana meeting point, 05:15 AM	Tirana, about 19:30
Tur Fra Tirana lufthavn (TIA)	50 € per person	Marked pickup point at the airport, 05:45 AM	Tirana, about 19:30
Tur From Durres	€55 per person	Near KFC, 05:00 AM	Durres, about 19:00
Taxi Transfer, Round Trip	Private Transfers to Koman Lake: €100 from Shkoder, €120 from Tirana or Lezhe, €130 from Durres, for the car (up to 4 people); boat ticket not included	Your hotel or another address in that city	After your boat trip

Children aged 0–5 ride the boat for free.

Driving to Koman? Book the boat ticket. Coming from Shkoder, Lezhe, Tirana or Durres? Pick the full package from your city.

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What a Shala River Boat Ticket Includes (And What It Doesn’t)

Your ticket covers the boat from Koman Lake to Shala River and back, about 45 minutes each way, fees and tax included. Life jackets, safety gear and guidance from our crew are included. On the city packages, the bus to Koman and back is included in the ticket price; the return times are in the table above.

The ticket doesn’t cover getting to Koman if you buy the boat ticket only. Meals and drinks aren’t included, and extra activities in the river (such as the zipline and canoes) cost extra and are not covered by us.

Bring a swimsuit and a towel: the water is relatively cold, around 15–18 °C even in summer. For the full list, see our packing list for a Shala River day trip.

Guests in the shaded seats of the North Albania Boat safari boat, photographing the Komani Lake canyon — Seats under the roof on our boat, with the canyon on both sides.

Shala River 2027 Season Dates and Boat Times

The 2027 season runs from 15 April to 15 October. The boat leaves Koman every day at 09:30 AM (check-in starts at 09:00 AM), and in July and August a second boat leaves at 11:30 (check-in starts at 11:00 AM).

After a scenic 45 minutes ride, the boat reaches Shala River at 10:15 AM, before any of the crowds arrive, and takes the same route back at 15:00.

That gives you around 4.5 to 5 hours of free time at the river (10:15 to 15:00). If you don’t know how you can spend your time at the river, check out our full-day Shala River itinerary.

Still choosing a month? Read the best time to visit Shala River and Komani Lake.

Guests on the open deck of the Shala River boat, looking out at Komani Lake and forested mountains — The boat ride from Koman to Shala River takes about 45 minutes each way.

Choosing Between a Boat Ticket or a Full-Day Package

If you have a car or you’re staying near Koman Lake, buy the Shala River boat tickets. If you don’t have a car, book the full-day package with pick-up from your city: the bus and the boat ticket are both included in the price. The pickup and return times are written in the table above.

The Tirana and Durres packages start at 05:00–05:15 and get back around 19:00–19:30. If you can sleep in Shkoder the night before, the 06:30 pickup there makes for an easier day.

From Shkoder

The full-day package from Shkoder costs €40 per person, with check-in at 06:30 AM near Sheshi Demokracia. Read our Shkoder to Shala River tour guide for how the day runs.

Book The Tour From Shkoder

White transfer minibus with a North Albania Boat partner sticker, parked in central Shkoder — City packages include the bus to Koman. In Shkoder, check-in is at 06:30 near Sheshi Demokracia.

From Tirana and Tirana Airport

The full-day package from Tirana costs €50 per person with check-in at the meeting point shown in the map at the tour page. Our Tirana to Shala River guide shows how the day runs.

Book The Tour From Tirana

The full-day package from the airport, go to the marked pickup point at 05:45 AM rather than waiting at the arrivals gate. The exact meeting point is shown in the map at the tour page.

Book The Tour From Tirana Airport

Fra Lezhe

The full-day package from Lezhe costs €45 per person, with check-in at 06:15 AM. The exact meeting point is shown in the map at the tour page.

Book The Tour From Lezhe

From Durres

The full-day package from Durres costs €55 per person. With a 05:00 AM check-in near KFC, plan an early night. The exact meeting point is shown in the map at the tour page.

Book The Tour From Durres

If you prefer a private transfer, our taxi transfer costs between €100–130 for the whole car (up to 4 people), round trip, with pickup from your hotel if you like. However, remember that the boat tour is not included in the taxi transfer and you book the Shala River boat tickets separately.

Book a Private Taxi Transfer

Private Boat For Your Group

The private boat costs €250 for the whole boat, with a capacity of up to 8 people. You check-in at Koman Lake terminal at 11:00 AM and you’re back at the same place at 18:00, with a bilingual guide on board. It suits families and groups who want the boat completely to themselves for a more exclusive experience.

Book a Private Boat For Your Group

Do You Need to Book Shala River Boat Tickets in Advance?

Yes, book a few days ahead, especially for July and August, which is the busiest season. Each of our boats take up to 20 visitors, and paying online guarantees your seat at the time of the tour. For a same-day reservation, message us on WhatsApp, though in peak season we can’t promise one.

Keep in mind that parking near the dock at Koman Lake fills up quickly in high season, so if you arrive with your own car, come early.

Aerial view of Shala River beach with turquoise water, white pebbles, umbrellas and the wooden footbridge — Shala River beach, where you spend close to 5 hours before the boat back.

How to Book Your 2027 Shala River Boat Tickets

Open the tour page for your starting point: the boat tour from Koman, or the package from your city in the table above.
Pick a 2027 date in the booking calendar (15 April to 15 October).
Reserve for free and pay cash on the day of the tour, or pay directly online.
You get a confirmation email. Your booking is confirmed once it arrives.
On the day of the tour, check-in at Koman Lake terminal at 09:00 AM (11:00 AM for the second boat and the private boat) and show your mobile ticket on your phone. If you are not sure where to go, here’s where to catch the boat to Shala River. On a full-day package, you check in at your city pickup instead.

Booking calendar for Shala River boat tickets with April 2027 dates open at €25 — 2027 dates are open in our booking calendar, from 15 April, at €25 per person.

If you still have questions, message us on WhatsApp or through our Contact Page.

Payment, Cancellation and Children

Payment

Reserve for free and pay cash on the day of the tour, or pay directly online for instant confirmation and a guaranteed seat.

Cancellation

You can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour day. The refund rules are in our Vilkår og betingelser. No-shows and late arrivals aren’t refunded. If we cancel because of the weather, you get a full refund or another date.

Children

Children aged 0–5 ride the boat for free. Life jackets and safety amenities are provided, and the water near the shore at Shala is shallow, about 30–50 cm. For tips on the day with small children, read our guide on visiting Shala River with kids.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shala River Boat Tickets

How much is a Shala River boat ticket in 2027?

The boat ticket from Koman costs €25 per person. Full-day packages with transfers from other cities cost between €40–55, and the private boat is €250 for the whole boat. Kids aged 0–5 ride free.

Can I buy a ticket at Koman on the day, or do I need to book in advance?

Book a few days ahead, especially for July and August, when tours fill-up fast. For a same-day seat, message us on WhatsApp.

When does the 2027 season run, and what time does the boat leave?

The 2027 season runs from 15 April to 15 October. The daily boat leaves Koman at 09:30 AM (check-in at 09:00 AM) and is back at 15:30. In July and August a second boat leaves at 11:30 AM (check-in at 11:00 AM) and is back at 17:30.

Where exactly do I check in at Koman?

At the boat terminal area at Koman Lake: see where to catch the boat to Shala River for the map and directions. Parking near the dock fills up in high season, so arrive early.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour; the refund rules are in our vilkår og betingelser. To change your date, message us on WhatsApp or through the contact page.