Hike Among Giants: Mt. Velino (2487m) – Abruzzo (Parco Regionale Sirente-Velino)
This is a hike for well-trained hikers only: long stretches of steep uphill terrain, loose rock, exposed sections, and no water sources along the way make it a serious mountain outing. The effort is high, but so is the reward, with one of the most memorable ridge traverses in central Italy.
Full day, about 8–9 hours, 16 km / 10 miles, and 1,400 m / 4,593 ft of elevation gain, this is a challenging route for trained mountain hikers with solid experience and excellent fitness. Book your place to join this exceptional Monte Velino traverse.
Your Experience at a Glance
- Where: (Exact meeting point will be confirmed)
- When: 19/07/2026 @ 08:00
- Duration: Approx. 7 hours
- Difficulty: Difficult to Very Difficult (Distance: 16km / 9.92 miles, Elevation Gain: 1400m / 4592ft)
- Cost: € 79 – 30% discount for Expat members (Transport not included)
- Group Size: Limited to 10 participants for an intimate experience
Your Advantage
- Expert Guidance: Hike with a certified AIGAE hiking guide (License: LA668).
- Safety Assurance: The guide inspects the trail in advance to ensure safety and logistics are optimal.
- Comprehensive Insurance:
• Personal insurance for every participant.
• Guide’s liability insurance coverage up to €5 million. - Seamless Communication: Clear instructions, timely weather updates, and responsive support before the event.
- No car? No problem: Saturday hikes are conveniently accessible by train!
- Multilingual Support: Guidance and communication available in English, German, and Italian.
- Small Group Sizes: Ensures personalized attention and a better group dynamic (max. 10 people)
What to Bring
- Essential: Hiking boots, 1.5 liters of water, appropriate clothing, backpack, and your own hiking lunch.
- Recommended: Comfortable backpack, raincoat, sunscreen, hat, trail snacks, tickets for public transport.
- Optional: Hiking poles, electrolytes, sunglasses.
How to Participate
Limited to 10 spots – Book now!
Expats Living in Rome members: Contact Nature of Sal directly to receive your exclusive 30% discount code before booking online.
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
- 💬 WhatsApp: +39 351 70 60 636
- 🔗 Online Booking (after receiving discount code)
Organized by Nature of Sal
Sal, a certified outdoor guide (member of AIGAE), leads this tour. He’s also a former Komoot route editor and a National Geographic Day Tour guide. His mission is to make information about the Italian outdoors and wilderness experiences accessible to everyone and to promote a healthier lifestyle and connection with nature. He speaks English, German, and Italian. You can learn more about him here.
