Pulebardha Beach Albania: Access and Crowds
Pulebardha Beach near Himara: small pebble cove with clear water and low crowds. How to find it, parking, and what to expect.
Pulëbardha Beach
Between Saranda and Ksamil, about 8 km south of Ksamil
Cliff-backed pebble cove (white to light-grey pebbles)
Between Saranda and Ksamil, about 8 km south of Ksamil
Small and narrow, so it fills quickly in summer; come early
About Pulëbardha Beach
Pulëbardha — "Seagull's Beach" — is a dramatic, cliff-backed pebble cove between Saranda and Ksamil, with white-to-grey pebbles, vivid turquoise water and some of the best snorkeling on the coast (underwater visibility often 15–20 m). It's small and scenic, with a restaurant built into the limestone rock.
Water Conditions
Clear turquoise and gently sloping — excellent snorkeling, visibility around 15–20 m
How to Get There
Turn off the SH81 onto a rough ~1.5 km unpaved gravel track — steep, rocky and potholed, hard on low cars. Arrive early for parking and a spot.
Facilities
Limited — a basic restroom and bar plus a cliff-set restaurant. Sunbed sets are pricey (€20–30) and packed tightly, leaving little free towel space.
Best For
Snorkeling, dramatic cove scenery, and a half-day from Saranda or Ksamil
- Cost
- Free entry; sunbed sets €20–30
- Special Feature
- A restaurant built into the limestone cliff
Pulëbardha Beach — Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get to Pulëbardha Beach?
Turn off the SH81 onto a rough ~1.5 km unpaved gravel track — steep, rocky and potholed, hard on low cars. Arrive early for parking and a spot.
What is the beach and water like at Pulëbardha Beach?
Clear turquoise and gently sloping — excellent snorkeling, visibility around 15–20 m
Does Pulëbardha Beach have sunbeds, bars or facilities?
Limited — a basic restroom and bar plus a cliff-set restaurant. Sunbed sets are pricey (€20–30) and packed tightly, leaving little free towel space.
Who is Pulëbardha Beach best for?
Snorkeling, dramatic cove scenery, and a half-day from Saranda or Ksamil
Do you have to pay for Pulëbardha Beach?
Free entry; sunbed sets €20–30
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