DIVERSA-MIND Walking Trip. where time has stopped . Forget the frenzy, the cars, traffic lights, roads. Experience Marettimo during the traditional festival of the patron saint which lasts 3 days, including celebration, fire, food and songs.
An island protected with the Marine Natural Reserve of the Egadi Islands.
We will climb step by step to the summit of Monte Falcone. The wind will sweep away thoughts, doubts and questions.
Trekking excursion to Levanzo/Favignana planned.
Detail
Day 1 – Meeting with Lasca la Randa at 12pm at the Port of Trapani (time to be confirmed according to timetables)
Ferry (about 90min), room accommodation, beautiful excursion at sunset towards Praia ai Nacchi.
Day 2 – Beautiful trekking through the woods and steep rocks that will take us to discover the southern part of the island up to the Punta Libeccio lighthouse with which you will have a first taste of the wild side of the island. (14km, 550m difference in altitude +). Optional bathroom. Optional aperitif and dinner.
Day 3 – One day trekking excursion to Levanzo with scheduled ferry. Levanzo immediately fascinates as soon as we approach it by ferry. A particular soul, the small town of colorful houses , will leave room for silent and suggestive excursions. From Cala Dogana we will travel along the western coast, from which we admire the magnificent sea stack. From here we will continue to Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola where it will be possible to observe a splendid and lush pine forest that extends to the sea (12km, 400m difference in altitude +). Dinner in Marettimo in a festive atmosphere .
Day 4 – Marettimo – Here is the big day with the most challenging trekking excursion. Following a paved path you go up to the so-called Roman Houses, near which there is a spring. Continue towards the North-West, passing the foot of Punta Campana and bypassing Pizzo del Capraro, to then arrive at M. Falcone q. 686 m , from which you can enjoy a splendid view of both sides of the island . Lunch at the summit. (15km, 900m difference in altitude +). A well-deserved rest and dinner in a festive village atmosphere, awaiting the spectacular Duminaria Festival in the village, with three fascinating bonfires set in honor of the saints.
Day 5 – Marettimo dresses up for the patron saint San Giuseppe . We participate in this traditional island festival, which attracts 1000 people. This is the most important occasion in which the strong sense of belonging to the island and attachment to traditions is manifested.
Walk in the afternoon full of enthusiasm of the party
Day 6 - Hugs between participants and free departure
Overnight stays will be in multiple rooms with private bathroom facing the sea.
The program may undergo variations due to weather conditions, such as daily program reversals, or a stay of a few days in Trapani with trekking excursions in its fascinating surroundings (Riserva Zingaro, Pizzo Falcone, Erice etc.) or a day in Favignana if due to relevant sea conditions the ferry does not leave on the scheduled day. Any one or more overnight stays, breakfast and dinner in Trapani is included in the fee as per the standard program.
The environmental hiking guide has the right to change the program at any time for safety and logistical reasons.
Any "improvised" activities will be carried out according to possibilities, which is why they are not mentioned in the program. It is part of the beauty of traveling to this island which is a way of life more than a place.
