Recommended stay
2–3 days
Best months
Jun–Sep
Ideal for
Beach-first trips, honeymoons, families
From Tirana
297 km · 4h 45min
Avg. daily budget
€40–110
Weather
Hottest stretch of the Riviera in summer; warm sea into October.
Why visit Ksamil
A small former fishing village turned Albania's most photographed beach destination, with a handful of tiny islands just offshore inside Butrint National Park.
Top things to do
- → Swim or wade out to the Ksamil Islands
- → Snorkel the clear water around the islets
- → Beach-hop by rented boat or kayak
- → Day trip to Butrint, 10 minutes away
Don't miss
- • Swimming to the second island early morning before the crowds
Local favourites
- • Fresh seafood at family tavernas overlooking the islands
Hidden gems
- • The quieter northern beaches toward Sarandë
Photo gallery
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📸 Best photo spots
- • The islands from the water, or the clifftop road above town
