Overview
Mount Çika rises dramatically above the coast. A long ascent through forest, open slopes and rocky terrain leads toward the summit, but the summit is an objective, never a guarantee.
Duration16–17 hours
DifficultyLevel 4 · Very challenging
Distance16–18 km
Elevation1,000–1,200 m gain
Activity7–9 hours
SeasonJune–October
Itinerary
- 04:30 Tirana departure
- Drive to Llogara
- Equipment check and briefing
- Guided ascent
- Hydration/energy stops
- Summit attempt or turnaround
- Packed lunch
- Controlled descent
- Return
Included
- Round-trip transport
- Experienced mountain guide
- Route planning
- Safety briefing
- Basic emergency equipment
Not included
- Food/drinks
- Personal equipment
- Travel/rescue/medical insurance
- Accommodation
What to bring
- Hiking boots
- 2.5–3 L water
- Lunch/energy snacks
- Warm layers
- Water/windproof shell
- Headlamp
Fitness & safety
Previous mountain experience and very good fitness required. Up to nine hours on steep, exposed terrain. Weather or pace may require early turnaround.
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