Is Blue Eye of Theth Worth Visiting? (1970)
A deep blue spring pool in the Nderlysa gorge, more vivid and far less crowded than the famous Blue Eye near Sarandë, with a scrambly riverside approach.
About Blue Eye of Theth
A neon-blue mountain pool at the base of a mossy cascade — a 2-hour hike from Nderlysaj bridge.
Yes, but budget the time — the walk in is longer and rougher than people expect.
4–6 hours return on foot
Small entry fee; 4x4 shuttle ~10 EUR
June to September, morning
Is Blue Eye of Theth worth your time?
Why Blue Eye of Theth is worth it
A deep blue spring pool in the Nderlysa gorge, more vivid and far less crowded than the famous Blue Eye near Sarandë, with a scrambly riverside approach.
Who will love Blue Eye of Theth
Hikers staying at least two nights in Theth.
Who might skip it
Day-trippers with a tight schedule — this eats most of a day.
Tips to make it worth it
Take the 4x4 shuttle to Nderlysa and walk the last hour, unless you want the full route.
Map & nearby
FAQ — Blue Eye of Theth
- How long does it take to hike to the Blue Eye of Theth?
- Roughly 2–3 hours each way from Theth village, or about an hour each way if you take a 4x4 transfer to Nderlysa first.
- Which Blue Eye is better, Theth or Sarandë?
- Theth's is smaller but wilder, colder and far less crowded, and you earn it with a hike. Sarandë's Syri i Kaltër is bigger and easier to reach, but busy with coaches.
- Is Blue Eye of Theth worth visiting?
- Yes — Blue Eye of Theth is one of Albania's rewarding stops, especially for travellers who value authentic settings, photogenic scenery and value for money compared to Western Europe.
- Who is Blue Eye of Theth best for?
- Blue Eye of Theth suits curious independent travellers, couples, photographers and small groups who enjoy a mix of nature, culture and slower-paced discovery over resort-style tourism.