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Zvernec Lagoon & Monastery – Guided Tour

Location Vlore, Albania, Europe
$41.14
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Overview

The peaceful Zvernec Island and the 13th-century Byzantine monastery offer a unique combination of tranquility and cultural heritage. This compact experience provides insights into the ecology of Narta Lagoon and Albania’s religious history within two hours.

  • 🌊 Cross a scenic wooden bridge over a protected lagoon.
  • 📜 Gain insights from a local expert on the area's ecology and history.
  • 🌲 Visit a hidden monastery nestled in a pine forest.
  • ⏳ Ideal for travelers seeking authenticity and connection with nature.

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Zvernec Lagoon & Monastery – Guided Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Tour Guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch

Meeting point
Meeting Point: Entrance to Zvernec Island (before the wooden bridge) Optional Pickup: From Vlorë (30 minutes before start time, available for small groups with advance request)
Return details
Meeting Point: Entrance to Zvernec Island (before the wooden bridge) Optional Pickup: From Vlorë (30 minutes before start time, available for small groups with advance request)

  • Zvernec
    Welcome & Introduction Meet your guide at the designated meeting point (entrance to Zvernec Island). Brief introduction to the area's history, landscape, and natural significance. Begin the scenic walk across the wooden bridge over the lagoon.
  • St. Mary's Monastery
    Guided Visit to Zvernec Monastery Explore the 13th-century Monastery of St. Mary, nestled within a pine forest. Learn about its Byzantine architecture, historical role, and cultural relevance. Time for photos, quiet reflection, and questions.
  • Zvernec
    Nature Walk & Lagoon Exploration Walk through shaded pine paths on Zvernec Island. Birdwatching opportunity: flamingos, herons, and other native and migratory species (seasonal). Learn about the Narta Lagoon's protected ecosystem and biodiversity.
  • Zvernec
    Return & Closing Remarks Walk back over the bridge with views of the lagoon and forested island. Final Q&A session and closing thoughts from your guide. Tour Ends Tour concludes at the original meeting point. Optional return transport to Vlorë for pre-arranged guests.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Zvernec Lagoon & Monastery – Guided Tour

    Location Vlore, Albania, Europe
    $41.14
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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