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The overtourism warning — Ksamil, Theth and what to do about it
Ksamil hit 1 million visitors in 2025; Theth's tiny village is overwhelmed in August. Here's how to enjoy them anyway — or pick alternatives.
By myAlbania Editorial·April 28, 2026·2 min read
How to do Ksamil despite the crowds
- Visit in May–early June or September.
- Sleep in nearby Sarandë and day-trip in.
- Skip the main beach; rent a kayak to the islands.
- Eat in Sarandë, save Ksamil for swimming.
Alternatives to Ksamil
- Borsh, Lukova, Pulëbardha, Kakome — same Riviera water, fraction of the people.
How to do Theth without overwhelming it
- Avoid mid-July to mid-August.
- Choose smaller, family-run guesthouses.
- Hike in early morning to avoid trail crowds.
Alternatives to Theth
- Vermosh in the same Alps but barely visited.
- Valbonë has more capacity than Theth.
- Kelmend villages on the Montenegro border.