Activities

Self-guided sensory experience with Mother Water and Mamma Caura

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£20.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, Italian

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 1 hour

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Why you’ll love this…

You'll explore a traditional salt pan environment at your own pace
It's a sensory journey with barefoot walks across salt crystals
You'll enjoy direct contact with mamma caura, the salt pan's natural sediment
The route includes access to a mother water basin within the salt pans
It offers a unique way to connect with nature through touch and observation

What to expect

Immerse yourself in the unique landscape of Saline Culcasi with a sensory experience designed to connect visitors with the natural elements of the salt pan. This self-guided route lasts approximately 60 minutes and takes place in a dedicated area where traditional salt-making environments can be explored in an authentic and engaging way.

Following a short introduction from the staff, participants are free to enjoy the experience at their own pace. The route includes access to a mother water basin, the opportunity to walk barefoot on salt crystals and direct contact with mamma caura, the natural sediment found within the salt pan.

Combining recreation and nature, this activity offers a distinctive way to discover the salt pans through touch and observation, encouraging a deeper appreciation of this unique environment and its natural resources.

What's included

Entrance fees
Map
Safety briefing

Where

Saline Culcasi di Nubia, Via Chiusa, Paceco, Free municipal consortium of Trapani, Italy

Meeting point:

Present your voucher or booking confirmation, either digitally or in printed form. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the booked time to complete check-in and receive the initial instructions.

What to remember

Accessibility:

Due to the natural characteristics of the route, the activity may not be suitable for people with reduced mobility, balance difficulties or an inability to walk independently

Not allowed:

The use of soap, shampoo, shower gel, oils, creams or any other cleansing products is not permitted within the experience area or at the seawater shower

Know in advance:

The experience lasts approximately 60 minutes and takes place in a dedicated natural area within the Saline Culcasi salt pans
After a brief introduction by the staff, participants continue along the route independently, following the instructions provided, the on-site signs and the area regulations
The activity includes walking barefoot on salt crystals, entering a pool of acqua madre (highly concentrated salt-pan water) approximately 20 cm deep, and coming into contact with mamma caura, the natural sediment found in the salt pans.
Surfaces may be uneven, wet or slippery. Participants must move carefully throughout the experience
At the end of the experience, a seawater rinse shower is available
The experience is not recommended for people with open wounds, skin irritations or known allergies to salt
Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult throughout the experience
The experience is intended solely for recreational, cultural and nature-based purposes. It is not a medical, therapeutic, beauty, cosmetic or spa treatment

Remember to bring:

Participants must bring a swimsuit, towel and flip-flops or sandals. During the warmer months, drinking water, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses are also recommended

Provider

Oro di Sicilia srl

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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