Balkan Haute Route

1500€ per person

  • Cross three countries on skis: Montenegro, Albania, and Kosovo

  • Ski the Accursed Mountains (Prokletije) — the wildest range of the Balkans

  • Authentic stays in remote mountain guesthouses

  • Border-crossing adventure on the Peaks of the Balkans route

  • Led by experienced local guides

Summary

A multi-country ski touring adventure through the heart of the Accursed Mountains, linking Montenegro, Albania, and Kosovo on skis. This route follows the legendary Peaks of the Balkans trail — now transformed into a winter expedition. Experience untouched snow, borderless descents, and authentic Balkan hospitality in a wild alpine setting.

Duration: 9 nights / 10 days

Regions / Countries: Montenegro, Albania, Kosovo (Accursed Mountains / Prokletije)

Level: medium level ski touring (remote, high-mountain terrain)

Meet in Plav by 12:00. Group transfer to Babino Polje (1550 m) in the Prokletije range. Gear check, trip briefing, and welcome dinner.

Overnight: Babino Polje lodge.

First ski tour of the trip. A full day of ascent and descent from Babino Polje to Pasji Vrh, one of the most beautiful peaks, through open alpine slopes surrounded by rugged peaks, with possibility to do a short descent to Kosovo.

Ascent : cca 1000m

Overnight: Babino Polje.

A full-day tour to one of the most spectacular summits of the Prokletije range. Starac offers some of the best unobscured views of the Western Balkans — stretching across Montenegro, Albania, and Kosovo.

Ascent : cca 900 m

Overnight: Babino Polje.

Skin up to the Montenegro–Albania border and ascend Maja e Spalit. Ski down to the remote alpine village of Dobërdol (1800 m) — a hidden mountain hamlet accessible only on foot or skis.

Ascent : cca 700m

Overnight: Bashkimi Guesthouse.

A beautiful tour above Dobërdol, offering expansive views of the upper Tropoja region and surrounding ridgelines.

Ascent: cca 700 -1000 m

Overnight: Bashkimi Guesthouse.

The symbolic meeting point of Montenegro, Albania, and Kosovo. From the summit, enjoy a 360° panorama before skiing down to Bjeshka e Tropojës.

Ascent : 650 m

Overnight: Gacaferi Guesthouse (1850 m).

A classic ski touring day on the slopes of Maja Bogicaj — an elegant pyramid rising above the Tropoja highlands.

Ascent: cca 650m

Overnight: Gacaferi Guesthouse.

Ski touring in the Tropoja massif with panoramic views towards the Valbona Valley and the towering peaks of Albania’s north.

Ascent : cca 800 – 1000 m

Overnight: Gacaferi Guesthouse.

Climb Ravno Brdo and descend to Babino Polje. Group transfer to Plav.

Ascent : cca 650m

Overnight: Optional stay in Plav or departure.

Itinerary

During the tour with us, your accommodation will be in a mountain lodge-style accommodation. Please note that the skiing distances are our recommendation and are tailored for intermediate level skiers. Both, distances and routes can be altered to best suit your level and desire for longer or shorter tours. On touring days, elevation gains range between 500 m and 1500 m.
On all the ski tour days we will set off after breakfast, around 9 am. Lunch will be on the go and will consist mainly of high energy snacks to sustain you during the touring. Upon return from each of the ski tours, we will have a locally prepared cooked dinner. All evenings on tour days will be spent relaxing in the warmth of the accommodation with a drink or two.

What’s included

  • Experienced guides

  • All group transfers

  • 9 nights’ accommodation

  • Half board

What’s not included

  • Ski touring equipment

  • Travel to/from Plav

  • Optional extra nights or itinerary changes

  • Insurance

  • Drinks

What to bring

• Ski touring skis or splitboard with skins

• Avalanche safety kit (beacon, shovel, probe)

• Crampons, ice axe, and winter touring clothing

• Backpack, sleeping bag (winter rated), head torch

• Passport and personal first aid kit