The Madonie Natural Park is one of the most beautiful places in Sicily and we help you discover it your way.
FOOD & CULTURE TOUR IN CASTELBUONO
A deep dive into the local culture and everyday life. This exclusive tour mixes visits to shops and producers with an intimate introduction to the fascinating traditions and history of the Madonie’s main town.
BOTANICAL TOURS
A must for plant lovers. April and May are the best months of the year to observe the local flora at its best. We particularly focus on local endemisms, wild orchids, Mediterranean vegetation, as well as edible and medicinal plants.
MADONIE VILLAGES TOUR
A one-day road trip to 2 or 3 local villages/towns, including Castelbuono, Geraci Siculo, Petralia Soprana, Gangi, Isnello, and Pollina. We stroll up and down the small streets, enjoy gorgeous views, taste local food, visit one or two churches, and feel the true Sicilian spirit.
ACTIVE CEFALU TOUR: ROCCA & OLD TOWN
Discover one of the most beautiful towns in Sicily with this tour that combines a nature hike and an urban walk.
GEOLOGY RELATED HIKES/TOURS
Some of our tailor-made tours lead you to interesting geological sites in the Madonie territory.
HIKE TO PIZZO CARBONARA
We follow a circular route (8.5 km, elevation gain 500m, medium difficulty) to reach the highest peak of the Madonie. Available from May to October, for the best weather conditions.
HIKE TO PIANO CERVI
An easy excursion in the heart of the Madonie Mountains, with a stop at an ancient shepherds’ shelter for a picnic. Great in October to enjoy the foliage in the beech woods.
HIKES/VISITS TO MONUMENTAL CENTURIES-OLD TREES
Many of them require some hiking, but a few are easily accessible via a short walk.
BUTTERFLY WATCHING TOUR
Admire some of the 100 species of butterflies living in the Madonie. June is the best time of the year.
Our deep knowledge of the Madonie territory allows us to offer tailor-made excursions that are a more personalised alternative to our range of Hiking Tours and Experiences. Our custom tours are perfect for:
Madonie Explorers can design the ideal tour for you: tell us the activities and places you’re interested in and we can compile them together into a wonderful experience.
We can also help you plan other aspects of your holiday in the Madonie: accommodation, routes, etc.