Edible Forest Medicinal Herb and Fruit Tasting

Sicily, Italy
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Dutch
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Discover the charm of a Food Forest, an ecosystem inspired by the natural forest where fruit trees, aromatic plants and medicinal herbs grow together in harmony. During this immersive experience you will walk through a valley surrounded by nature, learning how the Food Forest fosters biodiversity, protects the soil and produces food sustainably, without compromising the balance of the environment.
Along the way you will get up close and personal with different medicinal plants, including lemon balm, passionflower and olive, discovering their properties, traditional uses and benefits. We will collect some herbs to prepare a natural herbal tea to be enjoyed in the shade of the trees, immersed in the scents of the forest. Depending on the season, you can also sample fresh fruit harvested directly from Food Forest plants, such as avocados, lemons, bananas and other varieties found in the agroforestry system. An authentic experience for those who want to reconnect with nature through flavors, and sustainability.

What's included

  • Snacks

What to expect

Immerse yourself in an authentic experience in the heart of a green valley, where nature, biodiversity and traditions meet in a Food Forest, an ecosystem designed to mimic the workings of a natural forest and produce food sustainably.
During the walk we will explore together this environment rich in life, discovering how fruit trees, shrubs, aromatic plants, wild herbs and medicinal species coexist in balance, creating a resilient system that requires little external intervention and promotes soil regeneration, water saving and biodiversity protection.
Along the way you will learn to recognize some medicinal and aromatic plants traditionally used for natural wellness, such as lemon balm, passionflower, mint, rocket, sage and olive leaves. You will discover their properties and uses in the preparation of infusions and herbal teas.
We will collect together some of the herbs available and prepare an herbal tea to be enjoyed immersed in the tranquility of the forest, surrounded by the scents and sounds of nature. Depending on the season, you will also have the opportunity to taste the fruit harvested directly from the plants.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet in front of the entrance of the farm la fiumara, in Contrada Fiumara Noto

End point

We will meet in front of the entrance of the farm la fiumara, in Contrada Fiumara Noto

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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