- Experience rewilding in action
- Discover dramatic natural landscapes
- Enjoy Italian hospitality and some of the finest and freshest local food
- Have the chance to spot wildlife such as Wolves, Deer, Brown Bears, Golden Eagles, Chamois and more!

Italian Apennines: Walks & Wildlife
- Home
- Europe
- Italy
- Walking & Trekking
- Italian Apennines: Walks & Wildlife
Reviews
Add your own reviewMagical and life affirming trip in wild Italy
This trip on Rewilding the Apennines took us on incredible walks to magnificent views that made us feel we were the only people on earth. We had the opportunity to walk within an European old growth forest and see wolves, chamois, deer, a golden eagle and other wild animals (a bear in action on a camera-trap but not real life, unfortunately!). The walks were just the right amount of challenging and we trekked through stunning wilderness with our incredibly knowledgeable guide, Andrea – a former forester, who enhanced our experience with deep knowledge of the trees, animals and forest ecology. One of the days spent with the Rewilding Apennines team helped give an extra level of expertise about the challenges of nature preservation and community education. The meals on this trip were always freshly cooked and delicious!
Most Inspirational Moment
Sitting within the national park on the hillside at dusk in pure silence, watching the clouds move, the colours of the sky change and waiting for animals to emerge from the woods made me feel incredibly small and lucky to be able to be immersed in nature this way.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Andrea was fantastically knowledgeable about nature, trees and the region. He was very welcoming and made sure he spent time walking with everyone to get to know each group member.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The refuge is in a place that can only be reached by foot and is special for that very reason. No phone reception, just fresh air and beautiful views. Wildlife is also elusive - be prepared to enjoy the time it may take to see iconic species (and then only, if you are lucky)!
Suggestions
The day with the experts from Rewilding Apennines added extra context about why what they were doing to protect the land was so important. In the days before we arrived, a mother bear had been shot by a farmer in a local village. The challenge of humans co-existing with wildlife is very real in this part of the world, and it was so interesting to hear from the team first hand.
Start
Finish
Availability
Adult Price From
Optional Single Supplement
Saturday Saturday
11 May 2024 11 May 2024
Thursday Thursday
16 May 2024 16 May 2024
Availability Guaranteed (Available)
Adult Price From CAD 4,275 Book with 25% deposit
Optional Single Supplement +CAD 333
Availability
This departure is available for new bookings and has reached the minimum number of passengers required to go ahead. Please click Continue to proceed with booking or contact our Sales team for assistance.
View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
08 Jun 2024 08 Jun 2024
Thursday Thursday
13 Jun 2024 13 Jun 2024
Availability Available
Adult Price From CAD 4,275 Book with 25% deposit
Optional Single Supplement +CAD 333
Availability
This departure is available for new bookings, and will be guaranteed to go ahead once it reaches minimum numbers. Please click Continue to proceed with booking or contact our Sales team for assistance.
View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
31 Aug 2024 31 Aug 2024
Thursday Thursday
05 Sep 2024 05 Sep 2024
Availability Available
Adult Price From CAD 4,275 Book with 25% deposit
Optional Single Supplement +CAD 333
Availability
This departure is available for new bookings, and will be guaranteed to go ahead once it reaches minimum numbers. Please click Continue to proceed with booking or contact our Sales team for assistance.
View Trip NotesWould you like to include flights with your booking?
- ATOL protected
- Competitive flight prices
- Full refunds in the event of FCDO cancellations or major disruption at your UK departure airport
- Specialist support to rearrange flights and transfers
- Regional flights available from many UK airports
You may also like
The Adventure Begins Here
Get regular inspiration straight to your inbox from Exodus' experts.