Overview
Pellumbas Cave Tour in Tirana. The Black Cave, also known as the cave of Pëllumbas (650 m above sea level), is valued by specialists as one of the most precious karstic caves and prehistoric settlement in Albania (declared natural monument in 2002).
In this cave were found skeletons, which according to the Museum of Natural Sciences of Florence University, belong to cave bears (Ursus Speleaus), that lived from 400 000 to 10 000 years ago. There are only five caves of this kind in Europe.
Different from similar European caves, this karstic cave has also remnants of human culture, which according to Tirana Archaeological Institute belong to the period of Palaeolithic in Ancient Middle Ages. It is thought that the cave has been inhabited since the beginning of human society, about 30,000 years ago.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
In-vehicle air conditioning
Guiding
Lunch
Torch for visiting the cave inside, about 3eur
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Just next to the Tirana parking area.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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The Cave of Pellumbas
1 hour
The Cave of Pellumbas, or the Black Cave (Shpelle e Zezë), is about an hour hike outside the village of Pellumbas. The cave itself is approximately 360 meters deep, and inside are impressive stalagmites and stalactites, as well as bats flying around the cave. Only five caves like this are found through Europe
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Petrela Castle
1 hour
Castle Petrelë is a castle in Petrelë, central Albania. rich in history, The castle is rich in history with a tower built in the 6th century A.D being built by Eastern Roman emperor, Justinian I, and the rest of the castle 15th Century. The castle is situated on a rocky hill above the town of Petrela.
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Pellumbas
30 min
The village of Pellumbas is a touristic place where we can enjoy some fruits or liqueurs in ther houses of the local peoiple.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Tirane).
Additional Information
- The total time of the tour includes 1 hour more which is the driving time from Tirana to Pellumbas village and back. If you will choose to have a lunch in this area that will add 1 hour more to the total time fo the tour.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Pellumbas Cave Tour and Petrela Castle from Tirana
Can I cancel Pellumbas Cave Tour and Petrela Castle from Tirana for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4–5 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Just next to the Tirana parking area. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Guiding
What's not included?
- Lunch
- Torch for visiting the cave inside, about 3eur
Which places does it visit?
It visits The Cave of Pellumbas, Petrela Castle, Pellumbas.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by BTOURS Albania
