Eco-Tourism Boom: Divjaka-Karavasta National Park in Albania Now Welcomes Million of Visitors

Divjaka-Karavasta National Park is an essential attraction for tourists both locally and internationally as a result of its unique position on the Albanian central-western coast. In a report made by an Albanian news agency (ATSH), the park hosted and accommodated 428,000 guests from January to October 2025. The area is well-known for its diversity, geographical coastal scenery, and network of paths, which is why the site is the most protected area in all of Albania.

Of the total visitors, 305,620 were local tourists, and 117,780 were international, demonstrating the park’s increasing attractiveness to travellers outside of Albania. The peak month was July, as more than 52,000 people attended the event, making it evident and obvious that the summer time is the highest season for tourists coming to enjoy the park’s tranquil and beautiful nature.

Natural Beauty and Rich Biodiversity

Divjaka-Karavasta National Park is one of the most important destinations for eco-tourism in Albania. The park, at 23,000 hectares, is home to a rich diversity of plants and animals, and is a paradise for all nature and bird watchers. The park has a unique lagoon, the Karavasta Lagoon, the largest one in the country, and is of great importance in the bird migration phenomenon, particularly in regard to the endangered Dalmatian Pelican. The park also has a great diversity, over 250 species of birds, which makes it a great place for bird watching and a site of global importance for the protection of birdlife.

For the nature and wildlife loving tourist, Divjaka-Karavasta National Park offers a unique chance to the visitor to experience a serene and undisturbed nature. The park is rich in natural ecosystems and has a diversity of ecosystems such as reed beds, salt marshes, and coastal dunes. This also attracts many people for hiking, cycling, and photography. This place is perfect for many of those people who seek to enjoy one of the most beautiful natural in the country. The diversity in the park, along with the availability of numerous and diverse hiking trails is a perfect destination to many travellers looking for active nature-based experiences.

The Contribution of the Divjaka-Karavasta National Park to the Sustainable Development of Eco Tourism in Albania

Divjaka-Karavasta National Park is a perfect illustration of the contribution of eco-tourism to economic development and conservation. This trend shows the great interest worldwide in sustainable and nature-focused tourism. Eco-tourists are attracted to Albania’s vast eco-tourism opportunities and rich biodiversity.

With every new tourist in the park the revenue of the economy of the tourist-dependent local communities surrounding the park grows. For the local communities, this revenue comes from restaurants, accommodation, and guided nature tours which are all offered from the communities and sustainable educational tourism, which the park sells. Divjaka-Karavasta National Park is a pillar to the sustainable economic development of the tourism industry in Albania.

A Nature Lover’s Paradise

Divjaka-Karavasta is only is only 85km from Albania’s capital Tirana and 20km from the coastal city of Lushnje. Park visitors can drive but there are also buses and public transport from Tirana and Durres.

The convenient location near the coast and major cities make the park an ideal destination for day trips and weekend getaways for nature visits for both international and domestic travellers. As Albania’s tourism infrastructure continues to develop, the park’s accessibility for international travelers will also improve, and more transportation options will be available.

For tourists who want to engage in nature tourism and coastal activities, the location park and coastal areas offer a perfect relaxing opportunity after a day of enjoying the park’s diverse ecosystems. For instance, Lushnjë and Durrës have a Mediterranean climate and stunning beaches, which offer a perfect balance between the enjoyment of outdoor activities and beach relaxation.

Social and Economic Benefits of Increased Tourism to the Divjake-Karavasta National Park

The growing number of visitors to Divjake-Karavasta National Park continues to offer social and economic benefits to the surrounding local communities. The growing tourism activity also fosters the local trade of goods and services. Additionally, the construction of facilities and infrastructure for tourism provides a means of sustainable conservation by restricting access to the area and preserving the core of the park. The tourism activity also directly creates new jobs in the community for hospitality, transport, and environmental management.

Alongside its economic contributions, the park is also a critical factor in the ecological preservation of Albania. Since the park is one of the key destinations for eco-tourism, it fulfils the educational function of protecting and supporting a variety of ecosystems.

Albania’s Eco-Tourism Future

Divjaka-Karavasta National Park will continue to safeguard the natural heritage of the country, which Albania embraces as a priority in its eco-tourism strategy. In light of the expected growth of international eco-tourism, the park will be instrumental in supporting Albania’s position as a leader in sustainable tourism within Europe. This is particularly the case given the anticipated increase in eco-tourism within the park in 2025.

Divjaka-Karavasta’s achievements in eco-tourism will continue to positively influence local communities, thus establishing the necessary eco-tourism infrastructure to sustain Albania’s natural beauty for future eco-tourists.

Conclusion

The increase in visitors to Divjaka-Karavasta National Park in 2025 has demonstrated a global trend in interest towards eco-tourism and sustainable travel. Supported by the diversity in ecosystems and the wide array of activities offered at the park, including bird and wildlife watching, hiking, and cycling, tourists have the opportunity to support and interact with the local communities. Divjaka-Karavasta National Park’s stunning scenery, strategic positioning, and dedication to sustainable tourism will strengthen it’s place among the top eco-tourism destinations in Albania.

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