Tour of Pantalica Nature Reserve

A glimpse of history, culture and natural heritage on a visit to Pantalica Nature Reserve

Free cancellation available
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

This guided visit to Pantalica Nature Reserve will give you a chance to discover a World UNESCO Heritage Site as you explore its necropolis and ruins. Starting in Ferla, you'll visit Sella di Filiporto and follow a mule track to a Byzantine Village. You'll get to see the Oratory of San Micidiario here as well. You'll also visit the Anaktoron and see the ancient ruins. During the tour, you'll get to see another entrance to the Natural Reserve, where you'll see a village and the Church of the Crucifix. As you explore, your guide will tell you about the different species of plants that grow here. Towards the end of the tour, you'll get a chance to go for a swim in the waters of the Calcinara River as well.

Why visit

  • A chance to discover a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Glimpse of the Nature Reserve with a naturalist guide
  • A look at art and culture on a visit to Byzantine villages

What's included

  • Guide services
  • Trekking poles

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Transportation

    Languages spoken by guide

    English (UK)

    Additional information

    Children aged 0–5 are not allowed on this tour.

    Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.

    Operated by Portale Sardegna

    Location

    Meeting point
    Piazza S. Sebastiano, Syracuse, 96010
    Please note that this tour does not include transportation between sights. Please bring your own vehicle.

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