Snowshoes & Smiles in the Nebrodi

March 03 to 05, 2023
The Nebrodi are the mountains of the Griffon vultures, a mountain range whose highest peak, Monte Soro, rises over 1800 meters, nestled along the northeastern Sicilian coast. These green mountains, rich in springs and lakes like the Biviere di Cesarò, are defined as much by their landscape as by the black pigs or the beautiful Sanfratellani horses that graze at high altitude. Our snowshoeing excursions will depart both days from Villa Miraglia, taking place between Portella Femmina Morta, Monte Soro, Lake Maulazzo, and off-trail through the woods. The program may be subject to changes based on weather conditions, and the use of equipment may vary depending on snow cover. Each excursion lasts approximately 5 hours. Our accommodation for this weekend is a small and precious mountain Relais, Villa Miraglia, a landmark of the Nebrodi managed by the Mazzurco family, synonymous with excellence in hospitality and local gastronomy.

Fee: € 60.00, includes guide service, accident insurance, and rental of snowshoes and poles.
Other expenses: € 150.00 - Includes: overnight stay at Villa Miraglia, accommodation in double, triple, or quadruple rooms, dinner on Friday and Saturday, breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, and packed lunches on Saturday and Sunday.
Option to participate in individual daily snowshoe hikes on Saturday and Sunday for € 30.00
Expenses do not include: fuel costs for travel.
Deposit: € 60.00 at the time of booking. Upon confirmation of your participation, please kindly email us at [email protected] with your details for insurance purposes: full name, place and date of birth, and tax code (codice fiscale).
Balance: € 150.00 - Do not send this amount; please bring it with you and pay on-site.
Meeting point: Friday, March 03 at 5:00 PM, Villa Miraglia, Contrada Portella Femmina Morta, SS 289 Cesarò/San Fratello. Click the link below for the Google location.
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End of excursion: Sunday, March 05 at 5:00 PM, Villa Miraglia, Contrada Portella Femmina Morta.
Travel: own car
Difficulty: medium
Routes: loop trails
Booking deadline: February 25, 2023, provided there is still availability.
Required equipment: trekking clothing, rain jacket (k-way), gaiters, small backpack, hiking boots, flashlight, wool hat, sweater, windbreaker, gloves, 1 liter of water, (for drivers: snow chains).
Notes: The excursion may be subject to changes due to unpredictable natural events; in such cases, the guide will make the final decision.
Guide: Salvatore Marletta: contact 3334987946 - Email: [email protected]
www.ciaotrekking.com