Laguna e Karavastasë
Laguna e Karavastasë
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A.H
Tirana, Albania30 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
The boat ride tt's a spectacular experience. Get to see a lot of birds, curly pelicans, flamingos, and many more "long legged" birds that I can't remember their names. The scenery it's fantastic, full of pine trees and brush. Also a visit at the 360° tower was very beautiful, the 360° view of the forest from above was amazing, especially close to sunset, makes a fantastic place for perfect fotos.
Close to the beach there are a lot of sea food restaurants that cook fresh fish and traditional meals.
Overall, Karavasta lagoon makes for a good day outdoors, with many interesting things to see.
Close to the beach there are a lot of sea food restaurants that cook fresh fish and traditional meals.
Overall, Karavasta lagoon makes for a good day outdoors, with many interesting things to see.
Written September 10, 2020
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Cigana1982
Catania, Italy331 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
It is an oasis of peace, lots of greenery, an extremely holiday atmosphere. Sea on one side, lagoon on the other. Breathtaking sunset and curly pelicans walking. Absolutely recommended for families with children, and in general for those who consider themselves nature lovers. A gem!
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Written August 24, 2024
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Virtyt G
Lausanne, Switzerland40 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
After all what Albania went through it is always good to see places preserved like this. Unique Laguna in the region. All year Pelikan presence, from September, many other birds winter in this fish rich Laguna.
Among the fish you can see the Flamengos, Herons and many other. The camp staff is very nice and they wellcome you to a small tour through the park.
Good place to go for bird watching. One of best places to go if you are in Tirana.
Among the fish you can see the Flamengos, Herons and many other. The camp staff is very nice and they wellcome you to a small tour through the park.
Good place to go for bird watching. One of best places to go if you are in Tirana.
Written July 23, 2016
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OvrtnarHigi
Ljubljana, Slovenia247 contributions
Sept 2016 • Couples
The laguna and beach were almost desert in september. On the beach was strong wind with sand clouds. In the lagun was more romantic with nice bridges to cross the water.
We have the company of a stray dog. We got for company for all time of our visit of the lagun. Unfortunatelly we have anly limited time so we have to return next time to watch the pelicans and explore the 22 230 ha of the protected area. And do not forget to bring a repelent (big mosquitos).
We have the company of a stray dog. We got for company for all time of our visit of the lagun. Unfortunatelly we have anly limited time so we have to return next time to watch the pelicans and explore the 22 230 ha of the protected area. And do not forget to bring a repelent (big mosquitos).
Written September 19, 2016
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Blerim I.
Gnjilane, Kosovo214 contributions
Apr 2018 • Family
The rare lagoon in Europe woth rare species a must visit. Ali Kali fish restaurant is located there and there is a huge beach bu the Adriatic sea amazing.
Written July 21, 2018
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Elona N
12 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
It is a wonderful place, some place were you can still enjoy nature. Flora, Fauna, Local food in perfect harmony. a whole sandy area and beach. no need to spend lots of money. as you enter the park there`s and information office for all tourists and a tall tower.
Be careful of the mosquitos, take some cream if your skin is sensitive.
Be careful of the mosquitos, take some cream if your skin is sensitive.
Written July 12, 2018
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Pavla H
Prague, Czech Republic3 contributions
Aug 2016 • Couples
I recommend you get room in Divjaka resort and visit the I private beach only for Divjaka's clients. There is the best beach. Visit the Laguna Karavasta. :-)
Written August 6, 2016
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family tour
3 contributions
Nov 2020 • Family
wild nature,beatiful lagoon great for safari. Avoid information office, staff unkind and unhelpful.. not coming back
Written December 1, 2020
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werdlerswereld
Amsterdam, The Netherlands838 contributions
Oct 2019
Nice national park, but avoid the crowdy weekends. great tower for a lookout and panoramic view of the forest and lagoon. Beachwalk recommended especially to spot the rare dalmatian pelicans
Written October 13, 2019
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Rust
5 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
One of the most beautiful places to visit in Divjaka. You have to pay 200leke/person to sail the whole lagoon!! Uploaded you will find some photos 🙂🙂
Written September 20, 2019
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Vorrei prenotare una visita per due persone il 24 08 se possibile con pernottamento
Written August 20, 2019
I am visiting Albania for two weeks in September. I will visit a number of nature reserves. How long would you recommend for a visit to Divjake Karavasta to make the most of the park. I am a keen birdwatcher and will be bringing some gear with me.
Written April 2, 2019
Which birds are present at this time please.
Also can we get mosquito repellent from you
Written September 21, 2018
Karavasta Lagoon (Albanian: Laguna e Karavastasë) is the largest lagoon in Albania and one of the largest in the Mediterranean Sea, spanning an area of 42 km2 (16 sq mi). Karavasta is part of the Divjakë Karavasta National Park and is separated from the Adriatic Sea by a large strip of sand. It sprawls across the Myzeqe coastal plain near Divjakë and some 20 km (12 mi) near Lushnjë.
Karavasta hosts many pine trees and small sandy islands. It is renowned for hosting the Dalmatian pelican; 6.4% of the Europe's population of the Dalmatian pelican is found in Karavasta.[5][6][7] The lagoon falls within the Illyrian deciduous forests terrestrial ecoregion of the Palearctic Mediterranean forests, woodlands, and scrub. The climate is typically mediterranean.
The lagoon is located inside the boundaries of Divjaka-Karavasta National Park and has been recognised as a wetland of international importance by designation under the Ramsar Convention. The lagoon has been identified as an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International, because it supports significant numbers of the populations of various bird species.[8]
The Karavasta Lagoon is within the List of Ramsar wetlands of international importance[9] and is part of the Divjake-Karavasta National Park. Inside the park's boundary are found a number of restaurants with the most famous Divjaka Fish a restaurant in forest, well known for variety of fish, vegetable cooked .
Since disinfection campaigns have long been halted, the area is known to have a very active mosquito season. However, in 2014, disinfection campaigns have started and a park rehabilitation project has been initiated by the national authorities. It included a hunting moratorium which revived bird-watching activities.
it still hot, so I believe you will need the mosquito repellent easy to purchase in any pharmacy.
Written September 24, 2018
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