The Botanic and Geological Park and the famous Alcantara River Gorge are the main naturalistic and tourist attractions of the Alcantara Valley.
The Botanic and Geological Park is mostly enclosed within the Alcantara River Park (instituted in 2001) and was developed in the first 60 year of the 20th century with the intention of fostering and increased public awareness of the Park and allowing for the grater enjoyment of one of the more interesting and spectacular places in Sicily: the Alcantara River Valley and its Gorge.
The Park approximately covers 100 hectares (250 acres) consisting of citrus and olive groves, pastures and forests.
Within the Park, you can enjoy a variety of experiences — from relaxing walks along the GOLE ALCANTARA WALKING paths to the thrilling BODY RAFTING adventure, which includes a 600-meter ascent into the Gorge, guided by professional river rescuers, followed by a descent carried by the current through rapids and small waterfalls.
