Himarë, Albania · Ionian Coast

The Sea Cave Camping

Pine forest at your back, the sea as your front yard, and Himarë close enough to walk to. Run by Mario and his family, kept small on purpose.

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About the camp

Close to town. Far from everything else.

The Sea Cave Camping sits in a stretch of pine forest about a kilometer outside Himarë, close enough to walk in for dinner or a night out, and far enough that all you hear is the waves.

It's stayed small on purpose: a handful of tents, shade all day, and a pace that has nothing to do with the busier beaches nearby. This is for people who want to be near nature and near each other: swimming off the rocks by day, cooking and talking by night, without giving up easy access to a real town.

It's a family operation. Mario and his family run it, cook for it, and look after it, and the whole point is that it still feels that way: guests who end up staying a week when they only meant to stay one night, and a camp that knows most people who walk through it by name.

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Tent and camp chairs looking out over the bay toward Himarë

A day at the camp

What it actually feels like

Morning light through the pines at the camp
Morning

Waves instead of an alarm

You wake up to the sound of the sea, not traffic. Coffee in the shade, the smell of pine still in the air from the night before. No rush to be anywhere.

Swimming off the rocks near the camp
Midday

The sea, right there

No sandy beach to walk to. You swim straight off the rocks and cliffs, into water that's rarely crowded. Sunbeds and shade under the pines when you've had enough sun.

Homemade food available at the camp
Evening

Homemade, if you want it

The family can put together a meal for you, often fresh fish, or the open-air kitchen is yours to cook in whenever you like. No set dinner time, no big group table, just food when you want it.

Evening at the camp under the pines
Night

Quiet, and actually dark

Quiet hours start at 11:30pm. No music blaring, no party crowd, just the pines, the sea, and enough dark sky to remember what stars look like.

Tent and seating set up right above the sea at the camp

What's included

Everything you need, nothing you don't

  • TentsSet up and ready: mattress, pillow, bedsheets included. Bring your own tent if you'd rather pitch it yourself.
  • KitchenOpen-air kitchen with utensils and a BBQ, guests can use any time. No fridge on site, but bringing your own food in is fine.
  • FoodHomemade food from the family available to order, fresh fish when it's in, or cook your own in the open-air kitchen.
  • The barWater, drinks, and coffee for sale, plus phone charging. A projector goes up sometimes for a match.
  • WifiAvailable on site if you need to stay connected.
  • The seaNo sandy beach right at the camp. You swim off the rocks and cliffs, clear water, rarely crowded.
  • Water sportsPaddleboards (SUPs) available to rent.
  • Shade & seatingPine cover most of the day, sunbeds, tables scattered through the site.
Rates depend on the season and how long you're staying. Write in and Mario will tell you what it costs for your dates rather than us posting a fixed price here.

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A handful of tents, right on the coast. Worth locking in your dates early.

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The vibe, and a couple of rules

People come here to slow down

01

Quiet hours are 11:30pm to 8am. No exceptions, it's most of why people love it here.

02

It's a small site. We take a limited number of guests at a time so it never turns into a party campground.

03

Be easy to have around. Mario picks who stays based on that as much as anything else.

04

You can keep to yourself or join in with the family and other guests. Entirely your call.

What guests have said

In their own words

"The location is absolutely perfect, peaceful, surrounded by nature. It feels like a hidden gem where you can truly relax and enjoy the sea. Mario, the host, was especially welcoming and friendly."

Sofia, stayed August 2025

"Calm, relaxed, without the usual hustle and bustle, just the thing if you want to switch off. A real highlight is the private access to the sea: crystal clear water, never crowded."

Renate, stayed June 2025

"You can be on your own or mix with the other guests and the family, as you wish. Mario helped us with a lot of questions about Albania, off the beaten track activities and areas to visit."

Matthias, stayed June 2024

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Himarë town?

About 1 to 1.5 km, a short walk or a couple of minutes' drive. Close enough for dinner or a night out in town, far enough to still feel like you're away from it.

Is there a sandy beach at the camp?

Not directly at the site. You swim off the rocks and cliffs into clear water, with a sea cave nearby worth exploring. If you want sand, Himarë's beaches are a short trip away.

Do I need my own tent?

No, tents are set up and ready with a mattress, pillow, and bedsheets. If you'd rather pitch your own, that's welcome too.

Can I book instantly online?

Right now, instant booking runs through our Booking.com listing. You can also message Mario directly on WhatsApp to ask about dates. He reviews requests personally rather than confirming everyone automatically.

What should I pack?

Swimwear, water shoes for the rocks, a light layer for the evening, and a headlamp or flashlight. It's genuinely dark and quiet at night, which is the point.

Is it good for groups?

It's best for small groups and couples who want a calm atmosphere. Mario keeps guest numbers limited on purpose, so it's worth messaging ahead with your group size.

Is there wifi and somewhere to charge my phone?

Yes to both. Wifi is available on site, and you can charge your phone at the bar, which also sells water, drinks, and coffee. A projector goes up sometimes if there's a match on.

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

Yes, bringing your own food in is fine. You're also welcome to order homemade food from the family or cook in the open-air kitchen.

Is there parking, and can I rent a paddleboard?

Parking is about a 10 minute walk from the camp rather than right on site. SUPs (paddleboards) are available to rent if you want to get out on the water.

Location & directions

A kilometer from town, a world away from it

Rr. Hali, Himarë 9425, Albania, about 1 to 1.5 km from Himarë's center, close to the bus station. The last stretch in is a rough, unpaved approach; parking is about a 10 minute walk from the camp, not right at it.

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WhatsApp +355 69 872 8038
Phone +355 69 872 8038

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Instant booking right now goes through our Booking.com listing. A direct booking option on this site (with a deposit at checkout) is on the way. Once it's live, it'll replace the button below.
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