Kayaking Albania: Lukova caves and secret beaches at sunset

White cliffs, hidden caves, and two wild beaches in one paddle

Kayak or SUP the Albanian coast from Shpella Lukova beach for two hours, paddling past white stone cliffs to explore sea caves and two secret beaches, with a live English-speaking guide, waterproof bags and all equipment included. The sunset departure times the return to shore as light turns red across the water. Children from age seven can join. The pace suits all fitness levels, though the workout is real.

Step-by-step itinerary

Kayak tour to secret beaches and caves

• Intro lesson at Shpella Lukove beach
• Paddle 30 minutes along white stone coast
• Stop 30 minutes at first secret beach and caves
• Paddle 20 minutes to second secret Pink beach
• Stop 20 minutes to swim and watch sunset
• Paddle 20 minutes back to Shpella Lukova beach

The experience

You start at Shpella Lukova beach with an introductory lesson and boarding, then paddle thirty minutes along the white stone lazur coast. The first stop is a wild secret beach near the Lukova caves: two small caves sit close enough to explore, and you get thirty minutes to swim in the water before moving on. The second beach, called the Pink beach, comes twenty minutes further along the coast. You stop there for twenty minutes to swim and watch the sunset turn the horizon red. The paddle back takes another twenty minutes.

The guide speaks English and travels with you the whole way. Waterproof bags keep your phone and keys dry, and waterproof cases protect anything else you bring. You get a kayak or SUP, you choose which one, and all the gear is included. The two-hour rhythm means you spend real time paddling, not just floating between photo stops.

A transfer from Saranda is available as an add-on at checkout if you need it. Children from seven years old can paddle with an adult. The activity is not suitable for travelers over 100 kg, and it is not recommended for anyone with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns.

What’s included

• Guide in English.
• kayak or SUP of your choice.
• waterproof bags and waterproof cases.
• all paddling equipment.

Options for this experience

2 options

Sunset kayak or SUP tour to Lukova caves and secret beachesGuide in English · Available from 1 Jun 2027Lasts 2 hours, by kayak or SUP. Departure point: XWR8+J5J, Rruga Shpella Lukove, Lukovë 9713, Albania

Transfer from Saranda is providedGuide in English · Available from 1 Jun 2027Lasts 4 hours. Departure point: Franci Apartments 2, Rruga Bilal Golemi 9701, Saranda, Albania

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Jun 2027

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AgesAdult (18 to 59 years) · Senior (60 to 75 years) · Child (7 to 17 years) · Under 7: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Kayaks and Sups for Rent Saranda Lukove Albania

Is this one for you?The two-hour rhythm and the real paddling distance suit someone who wants a workout on the water, not a gentle float. The cliffs and caves are the scenery, but the paddle itself is the point. If you need a transfer from Saranda, add it at checkout. Without it, arrange your own way to the beach where the guide meets you.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (7 to 17 years). Children under 7 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How much paddling is actually in these two hours?

You paddle for thirty minutes to the first beach, twenty minutes to the second, and twenty minutes back to the start: ninety minutes of active paddling across the two hours, with thirty minutes at the first stop and twenty at the second for swimming and the sunset.

What are the Lukova caves like?

The Lukova caves are two small sea caves near the first secret beach. You stop there for thirty minutes and can paddle close enough to explore them before swimming in the water nearby.

Can I bring my phone or camera?

Yes. Waterproof bags and waterproof cases are included to keep your phone, camera and keys dry throughout the paddle.

Is there a transfer included from my hotel?

A transfer from Saranda is available as an optional add-on at checkout. Without it, you arrange your own way to Shpella Lukova beach, where the paddle begins.

What's the difference between kayak and SUP?

You choose which one you want at checkout. A kayak is a sit-inside boat you paddle with a double-bladed paddle, while a SUP (stand-up paddleboard) is a board you stand on and propel with a single-bladed paddle. Both are included, and the guide will help you pick what suits you.