Explore Ksamil

Are you looking for a unique and affordable beach destination that offers white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and plenty of activities? Look no further than Ksamil, Albania.

Ksamil is a fairly recent discovery among tourists around the world and has quickly become one of the best beach destinations in Europe. Most of the hotels around town are newer developments, and there is still a lot of building going on.

You’ll find no shortage of activities nearby, from visiting an ancient UNESCO city to taking a day trip to the nearby island of Corfu, Greece, you can easily spend a few days here with plenty to do.

Where is Ksamil?

Ksamil is located in southern Albania, on the Ionian coast. It is about 10km south of the city of Sarande and 45 km from the Greek border. The closest international airport is the Corfu International Airport (CFU), which is just a 30-minute ferry ride away from Albania.

The next closest airport is the Tirana International Airport (TIA), which is about a 4-hour drive from Ksamil.

Best Things to Do in Ksamil, Albania

1. Visit the Beaches

2. Visit the Ksamil Islands

Kayak in Ksamil

The Ksamil islands consist of three uninhabited islands located just off the coast of Albania. Two of which are less than 100 meters from some of the beaches in Ksamil, like Ksamil Beach 7!

You can swim to the two islands and explore them on your own by foot. They are quite small, so it shouldn’t take you long to walk around them.

If you’re looking for a complete escape from the crowds of Ksamil, then rent a kayak or a paddleboat and make your way to the third and furthest island. The cost to rent a kayak per hour is around 500 lek ($5). A paddleboat costs 1,000 lek ($10) per hour.

This island feels like a slice of secluded paradise that features a rocky shoreline and a stunning narrow beach, called Isole Gemelle di Ksamil, connecting two larger pieces of land.

With its gorgeous turquoise waters and fantastic views of Corfu in the near distance, this is a great spot to settle in for the day and enjoy a bit of heaven. This beach fills up quickly during the high season (June to August), so make sure to arrive earlier in the morning to secure a spot.

11. Watch the sunset at the best viewpoint

One of the best things to do in Ksamil is to enjoy the sunset from this viewpoint. You can either walk there from town (takes about 30 minutes) or take your car.

From the viewpoint, you can see Corfu Island in the distance, the town of Ksamil, and endless views of the Ionian Sea. You can bring a picnic to spend a quiet hour taking in the beauty, or just stop by for a quick minute to take some photos.

How to Get to Ksamil?

Ksamil is easily accessible by bus, taxi, or rental car. If you’re flying into visit the Albanian Riviera, then the international airport in Corfu, Greece is the closest airport to Ksamil.

Bus to Ksamil

There are several buses that leave from the Tirana bus station to Sarande per day. They depart between 6:15 am to 10:00 pm. Unfortunately, there are no direct routes from Tirana to Ksamil. Instead, you will have to take the bus to Sarande and then take the local bus (or taxi) from Saranda to Ksamil.

The bus takes between 5-6 hours from Tirana. You can check the bus timetable here. The cost for a one-way bus ticket is €15, which must be paid in cash to the bus driver.

Driving to Ksamil

The quickest and best way to get to Ksamil is by car. Renting a car gives you the most flexibility to see the entire region, and we highly recommend doing so if you can.

The roads are all well-paved and completely safe to drive on. There are also plenty of gas stations along the way.

 

SOURCE: thetravelfolk.com


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