Explore Cavagrande Nature Reserve

You should definITALY do a beautiful Cavagrande hike together with Giuseppe. He shares knowledge of both nature and culture, which will give a deeper Sicilian perspective. From plants, animals and rockets to Greeks, Normans and Byzantines. On top of that he can share the better spots to visit and the flavours your next calzone should be dressed with. Perfect activity to start your Sicilian roadtrip with. Giuseppe is a master.

Giuseppe is the best guide in Syracuse! I spent a magnificent day exploring Cavagrande with him. The day was perfectly planned. He picked me up in Syracuse and drove me to the park. At first sight, the view was stunning. We started our descent down a lesser-known path into the ravine. It was serene – we didn’t see any other hikers along the way. The hike offered breathtaking views at every turn. We passed through a lush forest, and finally reached crystalline pools and a small waterfall. The water was cool and refreshing and it was amazing to swim in the different pools and under the small waterfall for a back massage. We hiked back a different way, also peaceful. This is not the main path that most people take which is very steep and dangerous. There’s no way I could have found these trails on my own. An expert naturalist guide, Giuseppe had tremendous knowledge to offer on the local flora and fauna. It’s clear that he knows Sicily inside and out. Giuseppe is a true expert on Sicily’s hidden gems, and he organizes unique experiences that are not to be missed!

Guiseppe is an incredibly knowledgeable and personable guide. We started by stopping to obtain lunch for the hike, which was memorable simply for the experience itself. On our trip through Cavagrande, he pointed out many of the plants that are unique to the region along with their particular uses. He kept a good pace and provided many opportunities to stop and enjoy the experience. I would definitely recommend him and the entire experience.