Canyoning in Cava Grande del Cassibile - SR

June 14, 2017
The Iblei limestone plateau is deeply carved by profound valleys, true canyons known as “cave”, and among the most interesting and spectacular is undoubtedly Cava Grande del Cassibile. Throughout the Iblei, there is arguably no other environment of such dramatic and wild natural beauty. Sheer cliffs, at times covered in pristine vegetation, at others rugged and rocky, with the cluster of "Dieri" (prehistoric cave dwellings) taking center stage. At the bottom of the canyon flows the Cassibile river, fed by numerous small springs along its course, featuring small waterfalls and wide pools perfect for swimming—a truly unusual environment for Sicilia.
Our route winds through this scenery and includes trekking upstream in the water for about two kilometers.

Fee: € 15.00 - Includes guide service, RCT insurance, and organization.
Not included: travel to and from the meeting point.
Lunch: packed lunch
Meeting point: Wednesday, June 14 at 09:15 AM along the S.S. 287 Palazzolo Acreide/Siracusa road, in front of the entrance to the La Trota restaurant.
End of excursion: Wednesday, June 14 at 6:00 PM in Palazzolo Acreide (SR).
Loop trail: approx. 6 hours of walking (including swimming breaks), 250m elevation gain. The trail passes through rugged areas with brambles and the riverbed.
Travel: own car
Difficulty: medium
Required equipment: trekking clothing, backpack, hiking boots, sun hat, closed-toe water shoes, swimsuit, 1.5 liters of water.
Guide: Salvatore Marletta: contact 3334987946
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