Kanionet e Osumit - reviews,open hours,photo spots,things to do | WanderBoat AI Trip Planner

We drove an off road mountain pass without 4x4😅 From the Osumi Canyon to Permet. And Google said it was a road. That's why we didn't know at first 😂 Luckily we do have very good tires. So we thought let's give it a go after we came across a sign. Right away we came across a mud pool and a very narrow part with a steep cliff😱 Only 800 meters further the road was too narrow for us with a deep ditch. We were afraid we would slip into it if we drove further. So we decided to drive back. Again across the very narrow part and mud pool🙈 It took us 2.5 hours and now we needed another route. There was an other off road route.... So after that previous route it was a gamble. But the other option was to go back for 2.5 hours only to drive south for 3 hours more 😱 So we crossed out fingers the other off road route would be better 🤞 And it was. Still very challenging. Google said 2 hours. Which became 4.5. It was narrow and bumpy. But with a magnificent view🥰 We're happy we drove this route. It was challenging. But so worth it. If you want to drive this route drive from Blezence south to Permet.... Not west 😅 . . . . . #offroaddriving #offroadvan #adventureroute #vanlifeadventures #offroading #albaniatravel #albania🇦🇱 #visitalbania

travelwildtobefreetravelwildtobefree

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During the spring, high water from melting snow makes it possible to explore the whole length of the canyon from the river. The rapids are Class II, so one does not need prior white water experience to navigate them. At the end of the summer, when the water is lower, the full length of the canyon is not navigable, but there are various walks with opportunities for swimming in various pools and streams. The edges of the canyon have an unusual ecosystem that preserves the greenery on both sides of the canyon year-round. Mediterranean bushes like heath and briar flourish along with rich flora and fauna. On the slopes of the canyon, erosion has created pockmarked cavern walls with small caves. Some of the rock formations in the canyon have fanciful names such as the Cathedral, the Eye, and the Demon’s Door. The canyons are 26 km (16 miles) long, at an altitude of 450 m. They are thought to have been formed 2-3 million years ago by water erosion. It is generally thought that many years ago the river flowed underground, but over time the rock above the river disappeared, creating the current form of the canyon. In the gulf of this canyon that passes Osum River in both its sides, water flows come from different villages which pass in a rock chain. The local inhabitants tell many interesting legends, such as those of Saint Abaz Ali. The canyon includes six narrow sections ranging from 1.5 m wide in the riverbed up to 35 m wide further up the sides of the canyon. Gradeci Canyon, the most beautiful and spectacular canyon of the valley of Osumi, stands close to the cave. It is 4 km long, 40 m high, and in different spots, only 1.5 m wide. Its slopes descend rapidly into the river. To reach the other canyons of Osumi, you must journey southward. These other canyons are located 3 km south from the town of Çorovoda. They are magnificent natural objects with a total length of 15 km. In this area, you can practice water sports like canoeing, rafting and kayaking. There are also several spots that serve as small beaches, such as Varishta.

Arban ShehuArban Shehu

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Wonderful place and amazing view, but you need to find a view point to fully enjoy it. If you are close to this place you should definitely go check it out. Also there are other interesting things around it, like many beautiful caves and natural sculptures. The only thing about it that I personally think is bad is that it is really far away from any big cities, so if you are planning to go see it you will need to spend the whole day for this. But as I said earlier there are many beautiful views and I really recommend you to see this place.

DrawswisgwrDrawswisgwr

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Osumi canyon is definitely worth a visit at any time of the year)Breathtaking views wherever you make a stop all along the way .There are a few observation sites with well-organised zones for a rest at the most picturesque places above the canyon.Parking is provided .The road is totally accessible even for not very experienced drivers.The best way to reach the canyon is from Berat.There is one stop where you may have a swim in the river Osum ,so having a swimsuit in the backpack is always a good idea)Highly recommended)))

Oksana DudukOksana Duduk

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Beautiful serene view. Note that where this is shown on the map is in the middle of a section of gravel road with rocks and water channels that might be impossible for cars. You're better off taking the paved road on the other side of the river, parking, and hiking to this point. Also note that you can hike to here straight from the bridge on a trail near the water instead of walking along the gravel road.

Suresh HariharanSuresh Hariharan

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beautiful canyon, definitely worth the visit and there’s a great wild camping spot at the south end of the canyon (keep going a bit further than maps says). If driving, the road to/from berat is fine, but the road to gjirokasta is a gravel mountain road - from experience in a campervan I feared for my life lol would not recommend unless in a 4x4!!

olive jacksonolive jackson

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