Gjiri i Akuariumit — Attraction in Bashkia Himarë

A Hidden Gem – Gjiri i Akuariumit 🐠🌊

If you’re seeking a peaceful escape with crystal-clear waters and breathtaking natural beauty, Gjiri i Akuariumit is a must-visit. Tucked away between Jale and Livadhi beaches, this secluded cove offers a serene environment perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and unwinding.

🔹 Highlights: • Crystal-clear waters: The bay’s turquoise waters are ideal for snorkeling and swimming. • Secluded atmosphere: Accessible by a 2 km walk from Jale Beach, it remains uncrowded and tranquil. • Natural beauty: Surrounded by rugged rocks and lush greenery, the setting is picturesque and calming.

🔹 Tips for Visitors: • Arrival: Reachable by foot from Jale Beach or Livadhi Beach; the walk takes about 20 minutes. • Amenities: No facilities are available; bring your own food, water, and beach essentials. • Best time to visit: Early mornings or weekdays offer a more peaceful experience.

🔹 Nearby Attractions: • Livadhi Beach: A long, sandy beach perfect for sunbathing and swimming. • Jale Beach: Known for its vibrant atmosphere and beach bars.

Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or someone looking to relax away from the crowds, Gjiri i Akuariumit provides an unforgettable experience. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the...

This is a beautiful small bay located just 20 minutes on foot to the south of Jale Beach. Alternatively, it can be reached from the north of Livadhi beach but I guess it takes a bit longer. There are two bays ca 100 m apart. The first one is a proper small beach, called Guma Beach, that's easy to reach, with big rocks, clear water and a nice beach bar that serves drinks and food. The fish here is excellent and fairly priced. The second is smaller, accessible by climbing down a set of steps carved into the rock/dirt. There is a small bar overlooking the beach and maybe 10 sets of sunbeds and umbrellas, although most of the beachgoers use just towels or their own umbrellas. Avoid peak hours because the smaller beach gets overcrowded and there is simply no room for everyone. If you do go to Gjiri i Akuariumit, please do your part in keeping the place clean and litter-free. The small beach is literally covered in cigarette butts and there are no trash cans in the beach area, but you can use the trash bins near the bar. Please help us keep this little gem in the Albanian coast...

Reachable with 30 min easy trek down from so called parking along the dirt road for which you pay 500 lek cash to a local. If you dare to go further better have a 4x4 car. The beach itself is secluded, tiny and narrow, boarded by high cliffs from which you can dive to very deep clear waters. Nice fun. As long as you stay in the water, dive or swim and look up the beautiful and wild mountain shore the experience is definitely recommendable. But if you lay on the beach just at your back, the beach corners are full of trash piled in hips. Disgusting. Please bring bags and take your rubbish.(Edit:I've just read in a recent review that somebody - angel tourist - cleaned the beach! PLEASE LEAVE IT THIS WAY 🙏) Bonus info: just before you enter the beach there is a sign to a neighbouring beach which is wider, open but shallower. We saw it from the water only as there was a film shooting in progress when we came :-p it looked like a small exotic cove and it has a tiny...