Boat excursion to discover the Miramare UNESCO Reserve
Nature

Boat excursion to discover the Miramare UNESCO Reserve

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£35.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll sail through the Miramare Marine Protected Area on an eco-friendly electric boat
  • WWF biologists and naturalists will guide you in exploring the rich marine environment
  • A highlight includes viewing the white towers of Miramare Castle mirrored in the water
  • There's a chance to observe coastal birds and marine species in their natural habitats
  • The tour concludes with a toast of sustainable wine from the Karst's terraced vineyards
What to expect

Travel along the Trieste coastline aboard an electric boat, setting sail from Grignano and heading towards the small port of Santa Croce. This voyage through the Miramare Marine Protected Area is guided by WWF staff, including biologists and naturalists, who will lead you in discovering the rich marine and coastal environments.

As you traverse the protected waters, admire the white towers of Miramare Castle mirrored in the sea. Your guides will share stories about the diverse marine species, coastal birds, and distinctive habitats that make this area so valuable. Equipped with binoculars and identification guides, you'll have the opportunity to observe the birds that feed, rest, and nest among the mussel farms up close.

The journey also offers views of the coastline, where the terraced landscape of the Karst plateau unveils a profound bond between people and nature. This connection is evident in viticulture, olive growing, shellfish farming, and the historic tuna fishery that flourished here until the 1950s.

The experience concludes with a toast on board—a glass of sustainably produced local wine from the Karst's terraced vineyards—celebrating the beauty and biodiversity of the Miramare UNESCO MaB Biosphere Reserve.

The experience is part of the Slow Food Travel offer, for lovers of the outdoors, biodiversity and the culinary and anthropological heritage of landscapes.

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What's included
  • check Cruise
  • check Wine tasting
  • check Naturalist guide
Where

SR14, 34151 Grignano, Province of Trieste, Italy

Meeting point:
Meet at bus stop 6 located on SR14, 34151 Grignano TS, Italy. Temporary update (valid on 30 July, 6 August and 13 August 2025): the meeting point is at Grignano pier in Miramare, located at Riva Massimiliano e Carlotta, 11, 34151 Grignano TS, Italy. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • Minimum age to participate is 6 years
  • This is a small-group experience limited to 10 participants
  • The tour is led by a bilingual guide in English and Italian

Remember to bring:

  • Slip-resistant closed shoes suitable for boat, windproof jacket for possible sudden drops in temperature while sailing, hat, and sunglasses
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Provider
GAL Carso - LAS Kras scarl
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 168 hours before the experience begins.

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  • Niestety nie dane nam bylo skorzystac

    From United States of America - June 2025

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    18 - 24 years old

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    Wycieczka niestety nie doszla do skutku z winy organizatora. Czekam na zwrot pieniedzy:(

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