Lake Skadar

Tour Lake Skadar

Montenegro, Albania
Photo credit
Sean Kuriyan
Shkodra Lake
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Montenegro

Skadar is the largest lake in Southern Europe and one of Albania's top tourist destinations. The alpine-style Lake Skadar National Park offers stunning scenery, hiking trails, wildlife watching and more. Montenegro's portion of the lake is also worth exploring. Highlights include the old town of Virpazar, beautiful Kotor Bay and the island of Sveti Stefan. So why not add Lake Skadar to your travel list? You won't regret it!

One of the best ways to experience Lake Skadar is by boat. There are numerous companies offering tours, and you can even rent your own boat if you have a license. This is a great way to see the lake's many islands, as well as get up close and personal with the wildlife. Birdwatching is especially popular here, as Lake Skadar is home to over 270 different species of birds.

If you're looking for a more active adventure, there are plenty of hiking and biking trails in the area. Or, you can go for a swim in one of the lake's many coves and inlets. Just be sure to heed the warnings about dangerous currents!

Whether you're looking for a relaxing boat ride or an adventurous hike, Lake Skadar has something for everyone. So add it to your Balkans travel itinerary and start planning your trip today!

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Geeky Facts about Lake Skadar

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Lake Skadar is the largest lake on the Balkan Peninsula

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It is a Unesco protected site

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About two-thirds of the lake is situated in Montenegro

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