Dajti National Park is located 26 km east of Tirana. It covers an area of 3,300 hectares on the Dajti plateau. This park attracts many visitors and is a suitable destination for family picnics, sports, games, and other interesting activities. Dajti Park boasts a rich flora and fauna. Its dense vegetation makes it one of the greenest areas in the country. The park is known for its forests, which feature three distinct plant layers: Mediterranean shrubs with two sub-layers (evergreen plants like holm oak, strawberry trees, etc.) and scrublands, oak forests, and beech forests. The Dajti forest is considered untouched by human activity, giving it significant scientific and ecological value.
The fauna of Dajti Park is equally rich, comprising eight species of mammals: bears, wolves, hares, hedgehogs, otters, various types of bats, squirrels, and more. There are also 11 bird species, including three types of eagles, hawks, owls, four species of woodpeckers, and mountain partridges. Additionally, the park is home to seven species of reptiles, four species of amphibians, and more.
This protected area is one of the most visited national parks in Albania. The park offers great opportunities for sports, including alpine climbing on its steep rock faces, hiking trails, and skiing in the heights of “Qafës së Qershisë”. Its unique tourist values are linked to its healthy climate, clean air, dense forest, diverse terrain, and breathtaking landscapes. From its heights, visitors can enjoy views of Tirana, the Erzen Valley, Durrës, and the Adriatic Sea.
Visitors can reach Dajti Mountain via a motor road or by cable car.
