The Winter Sea - Scoglitti - Punta Braccetto

March 04, 2018
The charm of the sea remains unchanged throughout the year. Even in the winter season, this allure is a compelling reason to take a walk along the golden Iblei beaches. The coastline we have chosen sparks interest not only for its natural beauty but also for its historical and cultural significance. We will set off from Scoglitti, near the mouth of the Ippari river—a river that flows into the sea after about 28 km, crossing and carving through the territories of Comiso and Vittoria, along the coast between Cammarana and Kamarina. We will pass beneath the beach known as Kamarina, a place of historical interest and home to the local Regional Archaeological Museum. Choosing these locations will allow us to traverse beaches that are not normally accessible from the provincial road. Furthermore, the winter season will give us the chance to enjoy these places in peace and quiet, something impossible during the summer. We will continue towards the Passo Marinaro beach, and we will take a refreshing break at the entrance of the Randello reserve. The afternoon is dedicated to a trek under the pines of the reserve, enjoying the Mediterranean scrub and many other species present: kermes oak, holm oak, lentisk, eucalyptus, cypress and myrtle. Once we reach the beginning of the Punta Braccetto beach, we will conclude today's hike by returning to the entrance of the reserve, crossing the entire expanse of the Randello beach.

Fee: € 10.00 - Includes guide service, organization, and RCT insurance.
Expenses not included: packed lunch and fuel costs for travel.
Meeting point: Sunday 04/03/2018 at 09:00 AM at Scoglitti, at Hotel Al Gabbiano.
End of excursion: 05:00 PM at the entrance of the Randello Nature Reserve.
Travel: own car.
Route: 5 hours of walking – Beach, trails, and forest tracks.
Difficulty: medium.
Lunch: packed.
Equipment: required: trekking clothing, small backpack, k-way (rain jacket), hiking boots, waterproof jacket, hat, sweater, 1.5 liters of water.
Guide: Salvatore Nicosia – 333.7447419 ([email protected])
Collaborator: Cutrone Vito – 368.7348961 ([email protected])