The Fjord of the Balkans

"One of our highlights in Albania. Outstanding! We went by the tour company of Mario Molla... We booked the ECO tour which included a pick up and drive back to Shkoder, a lunch, 2 swimming spots, the boat ride. We enjoyed every second of it. The scenery is just magical. Make sure to go under the week, because its very crowded on weekends."

"We decided to book our tour with Mario Molla. Mario's family has lived in the area for generations and is truly passionate for the region. For 35 euros Mario will arrange for pick up in downtown Shkoder and get you to the lake and back plus a four hour excursion. Lunch is included and is provided at a family's home with a great view of the lake... grilled lamb, grilled sausages, home-made cheese, salad and all the rakia."

"I travelled from Shkodra to Valbona by way of the Lake Komani ferry. The boat was comfortable and the views were amazing. I used Mario Molla Boat Tours which was unbelievably efficient. They arranged to pick me up at my hotel in Shkodra... It was easy, enjoyable and the price was very reasonable. I highly recommend both Komani Lake and Mario Molla Boat Tours."

"Wonderful place! The boat trip was delightful. Very good food and received a very warm welcome by the staff."

"The tour run by Mario Molla was awesome, however, including a stop at the family house on the lake for lunch. Highly recommended! The ride from Shkoder took two hours each way on some pretty bad roads, but it was worth it."

"What was good was the amazing hills, reflections and the local lunch. We loved swimming up the river and off the pontoon from our local lunch. All in all, the quality of the scenery out weighed the bad points and I would be recommending the trip."

"Mario Molla seems to be the only person who organises any of the various Lake Koman... We used him for our tour and everything went according to plan. It was a very nice day and well worth the trip."

"It's REALLY WORTH doing this trip !!!! There is a private boat tour with Mario Molla. Mario Molla also offers further transport."

"Nature and mountains surrounding the lake are really beautiful... I went on the boat trip with Mario Molla, which was well organised. We got an apple and a beer as a breakfast. Boat trip with him costed 20 EUR (motorcycle included)."

"This was certainly a 5 star highlight. The natural beauty, colours, geology and peacefulness... I took a trip with Mario Molla from Shkoder. We stopped at a restaurant on the other side of the dam - which was excellent."

"Google 'Mario Molla' for details. Amazing views, great service. Had a lovely ride along to where the river splits off - stopped at Mario's family home (what a location on the lake!) for pancakes and a chat with his family. Highly recommended!"

"We went there with Mario Molla who organizes boat trips on the lake. He is really helpful and tries to do everything that you have a perfect boat trip. It was our best experience in Albania so far. I would always come back and do it again!"

"Mario Molla is a local entrepreneur offering a helpful and friendly alternative to the public ferry and will organise pick up from Shkodra and onward travel from Fierze as part of his 'package'."