The beautiful ones are back guided tours in the wonderful Bay of Ieranto, a jewel of the Sorrento coast in Campania, one of the special places of the FAI.
This year from August until the whole month of September we will be able to participate in the activities of the “La Baia at the bottom of the path” initiative, a conservation, protection and environmental education project that has been going on for 10 years in collaboration with the Punta Campanella Marine Protected Area in order to protect these places.
The initiative provides walking, trekking, kayaking and snorkeling tours to discover the natural beauties of the Bay of Ieranto, but also its historical-archaeological peculiarities. All always in an eco-compatible way.
From August to October they will also take place nocturnal observations of the sky and trekking.
Activities to discover the Bay of Ieranto
There are different types of visits to which you can participate, including the integrated Terra-Mare one which starts from Nerano on a beautiful and very scenic route. Let's see everything in detail.
The integrated land-sea visit
As mentioned, it starts from Nerano, precisely from the small square of the town and continue along a path from medium difficulty trekking (indicated as Via Ieranto) which reaches up to the Bay of Ieranto. A panoramic walk overlooking the Gulf of Salerno. We stop for a break at the farmhouse, we visit the Montalto Tower and the industrial archeology complex of the former Italsider quarry. In the afternoon we leave by kayak to discover the caves along the coast, from the Baia Grande to Punta Campanella. You can also dive with mask and fins to explore the seabed with their underwater wonders.
Guided tours limited to land and water
These paths each last 1 hour and a half and they leave every day to give way even to those who do not have the whole day to discover the nature and the beauties of the place. An always interesting way to get to know the best techniques for safeguarding the Bay and its natural environment.
Marine Observations
With marine observations i volunteers, researchers and guides lead us to the discovery of protection projects e conservation of marine biology. They last either a couple of hours or a whole day, depending on what you choose. You can also join a 5-lesson course on the most particular aspects of the biology of algae, fish, seagrass sponges and bioconstructions of the Bay of Ieranto.
When the various activities take place
Everyday, until the end of September, except Mondays, from 9:00 to 18:00. In particular:
- Integrated land - sea route: from 9:00 to 16:00
- Paths of knowledge on the trails: 11:00 and 17:00
- Guided kayak tours: from 11am to 00pm, from 12pm to 30pm and from 13pm to 00pm
- Snorkeling routes: from 11am to 00pm, from 12pm to 30pm and from 13pm to 00pm
- Marine explorations: 10:30 am and 13:00 pm
- Deepening of marine biology: Wednesday and Saturday, basic meeting from 10:00 to 12:30; meeting all day from 10:30 to 16:30
Recommended clothing
It is advisable to use hiking shoes, wear a bathing suit and bring water and a packed breakfast. Those who are not in optimal physical conditions cannot walk the route.
The price of tickets
Integrated land - sea path
Adults: € 40
FAI members: € 35
Children (from 8 to 18 years): 30 €
Children (up to 7 years): free
Families (2 adults and 2 children): 15% discount
Paths of knowledge on land
Adults: € 5 one section / € 10 two sections
FAI members and children (from 8 to 18 years): € 4 one section / € 8 two sections
Families (two adults and two children): € 10 one section / € 20 two sections
Guided tours in kayaks
Adults: € 20
FAI members and children (from 8 to 18 years): 15 €
snorkeling
Adults: € 20
FAI members and children: € 15
Marine explorations
Adults: € 30
FAI members: € 25
Children (from 8 to 18 years): 20 €
Course of approach to marine biology
Full course (5 lessons): 200 €
FAI members: € 150
Basic meeting: 30 €
FAI members: € 25
Children (from 8 to 18 years): 20 €
Full day meeting: 50 €
FAI members: € 45
Children (from 8 to 18 years): 40 €
Contacts for reservations and information
335 8410253 | faiieranto@fondoambiente.it | FAi website
Mandatory Green Pass
To participate in the various activities it is necessary to show the Green pass. We point out that it is possible also download it with the IO app o find it at the pharmacy.
How to get to the Bay of Ieranto
The only way to get to the Bay of Ieranto is on foot starting from Nerano. To get to Nerano you can use the car or the bus. Here is the information starting from Naples:
- In car Naples-Salerno motorway (A3), Castellamare di Stabia exit, direction: Penisola Sorrentina - from Meta (NA). Use the signs for Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi and continue for Nerano
- By bus - from Sorrento, Sorrento - Marina del Cantone line, Nerano stop (about 1 hour journey). Bus timetables to be checked on the website South site.
