• Riserva naturale orientata Oasi Faunistica di Vendicari - The Vendicari Wildlife Reserve is a must-visit spot for those traveling to southeastern Sicily. Located on the southern Ionian coast, it features salt marshes, sand dunes, and unspoiled beaches, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts, bird watchers, and history buffs.

Enveloped in a nearly mystical tranquility, Vendicari serves as a sanctuary for a variety of migratory birds, including the stunning pink flamingos, which rest in the marshes during their migrations between Africa and Europe. The untouched beaches and clear waters offer a serene escape, while the accessible hiking trails provide an opportunity to discover the diverse flora and fauna.

• Trekking poles on request (free)
• Guide in Italian

• Private car park, €4.00 per car.
• Entrance ticket to the reserve, €3.50 per person.
• Tips

The easy route starts from the main entrance for about 1 km with a slight difference in altitude. Vendicari, the bird hotel, is today one of the most representative wetlands in Europe and its importance, from a naturalistic point of view, is recognized internationally. Of significant importance is the presence of endemic plants, halophytic plants and sclerophytic plants of the Mediterranean scrub: glasswort, carob, wild olive, mastic, myrtle and juniper coccolone which, in some places, reaches monumental proportions. The route allows the hiker to visit, after crossing the large marsh: the ancient Swabian Tower of Vendicari; the tuna fishery, of which substantial structures remain; the salt pans, today a place frequented by countless birds; Near the latter, there is a fish processing plant characterized by tanks for the production of “garum”, a typical sauce used by the Greeks and Romans to season food.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.