TORRE GUACETO, HIKING & SNORKELLING (BETWEEN THE DUNES AND THE SEA)

TORRE GUACETO, HIKING & SNORKELLING (BETWEEN THE DUNES AND THE SEA)

The itinerary focuses on the coastline of the Torre Guaceto Nature Reserve, in a strip of land as narrow as it is rich in biodiversity.

It will begin with the discovery of the morphology of the dune system and its particular variation of vegetation, from the pioneer species of the beach to the shrubby ones of the Mediterranean maquis of the backdune, and will then continue along the coastline with short stops among the sandy coves, low rocky promontories, fossil dunes and archaeological excavations. The walking tour will be followed by snorkelling dives, with observations and in-depth studies of the marine ecosystem, its habitats and the various species that populate it, with the chance to admire the remarkable size of the sea, one of the many tangible results of the Protected Marine Area’s fruitful protection work.

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Distance             

Distance 2.3 km on foot and 0.5 km in the water;  

departure and arrival Lido Torre Guaceto, on foot.

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Difficulty and ground    

• Difficulty: Level E (excursionist)
• Footpaths, short passages on rocks, beach.

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Type     

• Naturalistic

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Points of interest           

• Dune system of the reserve
• Torre Guaceto
• Coastal habitats (dune vegetation, Mediterranean scrub and garrigue), marine habitats (rocky, sandy, posidonia beds), Mediterranean marine species (fish, molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms, anthozoans, porifera)

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Suitable for:     

Adults and children aged 12 and over

Number of participants: 8

Duration: 3h

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What’s included             

• Snorkelling kit (bag with fins, mask and snorkel)

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Tips and seasonality     

• It is absolutely essential to check the weather conditions as they may affect the dives. The start time will be determined according to the weather situation and will be announced on the afternoon before the day set.
• Suitable in late spring, summer, early autumn

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Safety information        

• You must be able to swim and be familiar with fins, mask and snorkel.
• You must be in good physical shape
• You must be able to adapt well to the conditions required for the activity
• You must refer to the official guidebook
• Bring with you: rucksack or bag, swimming costume, sportswear, towel/towel, hiking boots/sandals or trainers, water bottle with at least 1.5L of water, energy snack, sun cream, insect repellent It is permitted and recommended to bring your own diving equipment (mask, snorkel, fins). Recommended: anti-UV shirt or shorty in spandex (e.g. lycra) or neoprene.