Narte Lagoon & Akerni Dunes Birdwatching Tour: Flamingos

Two birdwatching towers and a walk through dunes where the lagoon meets the sea

A three-hour birdwatching tour from Vlore to Narte Lagoon, a Protected Landscape, where you watch flamingos and Dalmatian pelicans from two observation towers, drive along the Ngjoli Road past salt fields, and walk through the Hidrovorri forest to the Sandy Dunes of Narta. The tour includes binoculars, water, snacks and a live guide in English or Italian. Lunch at Restaurant Dolphin is optional.

Step-by-step itinerary

Birdwatching and local dining experience

• Drive along Ngjoli Road by Narta Lagoon
• Stop at saltinery to observe salt production
• Birdwatch at first tower for pelicans and flamingos
• Continue birdwatching at second tower
• Enter Hidrovorri forest to reach sandy dunes
• Admire dunes and nearby Hidrovorri beach
• Visit Restaurant Dolphin for local specialties

The experience

The tour runs three hours and splits into two main sections. You start with an hour and a half along the Ngjoli Road, which runs alongside Narte Lagoon and the saltinery fields. A stop at the saltinery lets you see how salt is produced, then you move to the first birdwatching tower to spot pelicans and flamingos. The second tower, further along the same road, gives you another vantage point for the same birds. Binoculars are provided, and the guide speaks English or Italian.

The second hour takes you into the Hidrovorri forest and out to the Sandy Dunes of Narta, where the lagoon, dunes and sea meet. You walk through the forest to reach the dunes and the beach at Hidrovorri. After that, the tour ends at Restaurant Dolphin, a local restaurant inside the Protected Landscape. You can choose to eat there or skip it. The meal is not included in the tour price.

What’s included

• Binoculars for birdwatching at both towers.
• bottled water, snacks, coffee and tea throughout the tour.
• a live guide fluent in English or Italian.
• access to the Narte Lagoon Protected Landscape, the Ngjoli Road, the saltinery, the Hidrovorri forest and the Sandy Dunes of Narta.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 15:00

Book up to2h before

GroupUp to 15 · max 4 per booking

Live guideEnglish and Italian

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 16 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to observe flamingos and pelicans from stationary points rather than hiking through wetlands, and prefer a half-day commitment that leaves your afternoon or morning free.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

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.

What birds will I see at Narte Lagoon?

Flamingos and Dalmatian pelicans are the main species you'll spot from the two birdwatching towers along the Ngjoli Road. The lagoon is a Protected Landscape, so the population is stable year-round.

How long is the drive along Ngjoli Road?

The Ngjoli Road section takes one hour and thirty minutes. You'll stop at the saltinery to learn about salt production, then move between the two birdwatching towers to watch the birds.

Is lunch included in the tour?

Lunch is not included. The tour ends at Restaurant Dolphin, where you can optionally order a meal with local specialties, but eating there is your choice and costs extra.

What should I bring or wear for this tour?

Binoculars, bottled water, snacks and coffee or tea are all provided. The tour suits all fitness levels, and you'll walk through forest and across dunes, so wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection.

Can I visit Narte Lagoon if I'm traveling with a service animal?

Yes, service animals are allowed on the tour. Public transportation options are also available nearby if you prefer not to drive to the meeting point.