Torrente San Marco - The Emerald of the Iblei

July 28, 2024
A walk through crystal-clear green waters, surrounded by butterflies and dragonflies, perfectly captures the extraordinary beauty of this place. It is an enchanting spot where the pristine water of the stream makes nature shine with vibrant life, showcasing a rich diversity of plant and animal species in one of the most beautiful corners of the Iblei. We will spend about two hours walking in the water, with short sections where we will swim, ending on a high note as we reach two waterfalls cascading into small pools. The return journey will take us through the shade of holm oaks, willows, downy oaks, and other plants that make up “our” Mediterranean scrub.

Fee: € 20.00 - includes guide service, accident insurance, and organization. For insurance purposes, please kindly send us your full name and tax code (codice fiscale). We also recommend bringing a copy of your health insurance card.
The fee does not include: travel to and from the meeting point.
Lunch: packed lunch
Meeting point: Sunday, July 28 at 09:30 AM along the S.S. 287 Palazzolo Acreide/Siracusa road, at the Esso gas station (coming from Palazzolo, before the entrance to the La Trota restaurant). Click the link below for the Google Maps location.
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End of excursion: Sunday, July 28 at 5:00 PM, at the same meeting point.
Loop trail: approximately 5 hours of walking (including swimming breaks); the trail crosses rugged areas with brambles and the stream bed.
Travel: own car
Difficulty: medium
Required equipment: hiking gear, waterproof backpack, hiking boots, sun hat, closed-toe water shoes, a wetsuit (recommended for those sensitive to cold water), swimsuit, and 1.5 liters of water.
Notes: the excursion may be subject to changes due to unpredictable natural events; in such cases, an alternative route will be taken if possible. A few days before the excursion, we will send you an email with final details.
Reservations: 3513347770 - Email: [email protected]
AIGAE Guides: Salvatore Marletta and Javier Marletta
Contacts: 3334987946 - www.ciaotrekking.com