Terratoka is Pioneering Rural Revitalization in Albania Through Eco‑Tourism, Youth Empowerment, and Digitalization

Travel isn’t just about where you go. It’s about the impact you leave behind. With Terratoka, every step, ride, and story helps protect nature and sustain Albania’s rural communities.

Albanian mountain village with stone houses

Flagship — Terratoka Youth

Ana, Kristo, and Henri, teamed up with Terratoka for a riverbank cleanup in Fier — then we shared ice cream and reflected on why caring for our city matters. Action + reflection is Terratoka’s heart.

Terratoka Youth engages the younger generation with eco actions to foster sensibilization and education towards a greener and more sustainable future.

Riverbank clean-up in Fier

Terratoka App — Digital Literacy & Rural Experiences

An all‑in‑one platform that introduces rural communities — especially kids — to computer literacy and cybersecurity basics, while connecting families to host unique rural experiences.

Digital Basics

Offline‑first lessons on safe browsing, passwords, privacy, and device care — built for low‑connectivity schools.

Cyber Awareness

Playful challenges led by mentors and diaspora volunteers to learn how to protect themselves online.

Host Experiences

“Airbnb‑style” listings for rural families: cooking classes, gardening, craft days — with fair, transparent payouts.

Terratoka App concept screens

Programs

Our current focus areas:

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Land & Biodiversity

Tree planting, cleanups, and regenerative farming — eco‑work that keeps Albania’s landscapes alive.

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Learning

Digital Literacy, youth exchanges, workshops, and reflection circles where culture, history, and nature meet.

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Pilot Trip

Bridging Greek‑Albanians to expand their experiential, historical, and cultural knowledge of Albania.

About Terratoka

Terratoka is an independent, community‑rooted initiative based in Albania. We’re in an early stage and growing with honesty and care. We’ve exchanged a few emails with the Municipality of Shkodra and explored an application with Active Mobility Albania — nothing formal yet.

Our belief is simple: everyone who joins the community is a partner. Ana, Kristo, and Henri — the core of Terratoka Youth — are our first partners. Together, we’re building a bridge between youth energy, culture, and eco‑action.

Want to collaborate on a program, route, or youth activity? Get in touch.

Partners

When we say “partner,” we mean anyone who walks with us — youth, families, municipalities, NGOs, schools, businesses, and travelers. Some will co‑design projects; others will show up to cook, clean, map trails, or host. All are Terratoka Partners.

Terratoka Youth
Municipalities
Schools & Universities
Local Guesthouses
Where our partners are Europe view
• Yellow dots show current partner locations.

Get Involved

Support Terratoka through action and collaboration — no donations needed.

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Volunteer

Be part of field cleanups, youth exchanges, and mapping eco‑trails. Tell us your skills.

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Collaborate

Municipalities, NGOs, schools, and businesses — co‑design programs and routes with us.

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Spread the Word

Share our stories, invite friends, and help us connect with local hosts.

Contact

We’re building Terratoka step by step. If you share our vision, let’s connect — whether you’re a traveler, local host, or institution.

Use the form or email us directly: info@terratoka.com.

Ways to Connect

  • Propose a youth activity at your school
  • Host a cooking or gardening experience
  • Discuss a rural route or pilot trip
  • Explore Terratoka App for your community