The boats are open to the weather. A light layer matters in the morning on the road from Shkodra, and again if the canyon wind picks up. Leave the heavy suitcase on the transfer; a daypack is what people carry down the tunnel path.
Pay the boat in cash or by debit, credit or Visa card on the day. Restaurants at the river are separate, and smaller places still prefer cash. A drone is welcome on the private and speedboat trips; on a full group boat, ask the captain before you fly it.
Komani Lake to Shala River, 09:30 · Shkodra to Komani Lake and the Shala River · One-hour boat on Komani Lake