Sunset and Stars Belvedere Parco della Murgia Materana

Hi! I’m Mimma, an official guide for the Murgia Materana Park and an independent environmental hiking and experiential guide. My tours have a strong focus on nature but take a holistic, systemic approach—meaning they naturally integrate history, archaeology, local culture, and literature. I share with hikers how the landscape we traverse has evolved over millennia, the connection between the park and the city, and the broader importance of parks worldwide. What travelers take home isn't just a tour, but a fresh perspective on nature and the world. I invite you to join me on this tour; I love this place and want to share that passion with you, tailoring the pace and level to your preferences and making you feel like Matera is a bit like home. I look forward to seeing you!

1. 1

   Jazzo Gattini - Centro Visite

   15 min

   After parking, the guide meets the group for introductions and an overview of the Park; then, the walk proceeds along the rim of the Gravina di Matera Canyon, passing by *jazzi* (traditional stone sheep enclosures), churches, cisterns, and cave complexes, while admiring the Park’s diverse flora—depending on the season.

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   Chiesa Rupestre Di San Falcione

   30 min

   An ancient place of worship, later transformed into a workspace, set within the Karst landscape and deeply connected to the city of Matera.

• Service animals allowed
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The tour is highly customizable, including in terms of accessibility and timing; please contact the guide to arrange the details together.
• The tour can be undertaken quite easily; however, any serious heart or health issues must be promptly reported to the guide so that the route's difficulty and duration can be adjusted to accommodate these needs.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.