Tubing in Osum Canyon: Guided Tour
A guided tube float on the Osum River through Albania's largest canyon. About 2.5 hours in total, tube and life jacket included, and no experience needed.
Quick facts
Highlights
- Float through Albania's largest canyon, about 26 km long with walls up to 80 m
- See waterfalls, natural pools and rock formations from the river
- Photo stops, and a swim when conditions allow
- Beginner-friendly: no previous experience needed
- Tube, life jacket, guide and dry storage included
- Certified guides (Albanian Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport)
About This Tubing Tour
Tubing in Osum Canyon lets you float down the Osum River on your own inflatable tube, through Albania's largest canyon, about 26 km long with walls up to 80 m. The tour takes about 2.5 hours in total, with 2 hours or more on the river depending on river speed and water level.
No previous experience is needed. Your tube, life jacket, certified guide and safety briefing are all included, and dry storage is provided for your belongings. Along the river you can see waterfalls, natural pools and rock formations, with photo stops and a swim when conditions allow.
Tubing runs from June 15 to November 30, as shared departures at 10:30 and 14:00, with private tours on request. Transport to and from the river is included, and photos and videos are shared with you after the tour. From February 1 to June 14 we run rafting instead, and our Osumi Canyon guide covers the rest of the area.
Itinerary
Be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
Safety briefing and equipment fitting.
A 15-minute drive to the start point.
2 hours or more on the river, depending on river speed and water level.
A 10-minute drive back to the meeting point.
Included and Not Included
Included
- Tube
- Life jacket
- Guide
- Safety briefing
- Transport to and from the river
- Dry storage
- Drinking water
- Photos and videos shared after the tour
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Food (only drinking water is provided)
Not Suitable For
- Children under the minimum age (6 years)
- Pregnant women
- People with mobility impairments
- People with heart problems
- People with high blood pressure
- People over 75 years
What to Bring and What Is Not Allowed
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Quick-dry clothes
- A change of clothes
- Secure footwear
Not allowed
- Alcohol
- Drugs
- Nudity
- Umbrellas
Meeting Point
Meet at Rruga Pasho Hysi, Çorovodë (Plus Code G63F+J5H), 15 minutes before your departure. Hotel pickup is optional and can be requested when you book.
Know Before You Go
- Tubing follows the river level and the weather.
- Follow the guide's instructions at all times.
- Arrive 15 minutes before departure.
- Photos are shared with you after the tour.
- Ask us about the river on WhatsApp or by email.
More about the guides and the team is on our About page, and safety is covered in Is rafting in Osum Canyon safe?
Moments from the River
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any experience for tubing?
No. No previous experience is needed. Before you start, your guide gives a safety briefing and fits your equipment.
How long does the tubing tour take?
About 2.5 hours in total, with 2 hours or more on the river depending on river speed and water level. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. There is a 15-minute drive to the start point and a 10-minute drive back to the meeting point.
When does tubing run, and what does it cost?
Tubing costs €35 per person and runs from June 15 to November 30. Tours run as shared departures at 10:30 and 14:00, and private tours are available on request.
What are the minimum age and the maximum weight?
The minimum age is 6 years and the maximum weight is 120 kg.
What is included, and is food provided?
The price includes the tube, life jacket, guide, safety briefing, transport to and from the river, and dry storage. Drinking water is provided. Food is not included.
Where is the meeting point, and is hotel pickup possible?
The meeting point is Rruga Pasho Hysi, Çorovodë (Plus Code G63F+J5H). Please be there 15 minutes before departure. Hotel pickup is optional and available on request.
Book Tubing in Osum Canyon
Tubing runs from June 15 to November 30, at 10:30 and 14:00. Reserve on our booking page or ask us on WhatsApp.
Group and family discounts are available on request. Contact us with your group size and preferred date.
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