Truffle Hunting & Beekeeping Experience in Crete
Activity Description
Truffle Hunting & Beekeeping Experience in Crete – An Authentic Outdoor Adventure with the Kapsalis Family!
Discover an unforgettable experience that blends adventure, nature, and gastronomy in the heart of Crete! The Truffle Hunting & Beekeeping Experience invites you to explore two of the island’s rarest and most fascinating treasures.
Your host, Nikos Kapsalis — the first truffle hunter in the Rouvas Oak Forest — along with his daughters Eleni and Moscha-Anthi, will guide you through this unique hands-on experience. The adventure begins with truffle hunting in Crete, in the rare Rouvas Oak Forest, the only one of its kind in the Balkans. Accompanied by our trained truffle dogs, Mando and Kala, you will learn how these underground gems are located and harvested.
During the tour, you will discover:
- How truffles grow and are detected
- The different truffle species found in Crete
- The ecological importance of truffles in the Cretan ecosystem
Following the hunt, enjoy a gastronomic truffle-based lunch featuring freshly harvested truffles and organic local products from our family’s farm — a true taste of Cretan gastronomy.
Next, immerse yourself in the fascinating world of beekeeping in Crete. Under the expert guidance of Nikos Kapsalis and his family, you’ll wear a protective suit and explore the beehives up close, learning about the intricate life of bees, honey production, and their vital role in the ecosystem. Of course, you'll also enjoy fresh organic honey directly from the hive.
The experience concludes with a visit to Nikos’ woodcarving workshop, where you’ll witness the traditional craftsmanship of wood and stone, and see how Cretan artisans continue to create unique pieces inspired by nature.
An authentic, educational, and enjoyable eco-tourism experience in Crete — perfect for nature lovers, families, food enthusiasts, and cultural explorers.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancellation 7 days or more prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are automatically reimbursed for the full activity price.
- Cancellation between 3 and 7 days prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are entitled to a 50% reimbursement.
- Cancellation 3 days or later are what we call last-minute cancellations. No reimbursements will be effected.
* If the activity is canceled by the activity provider (due to weather, non-completion of minimum entries, force majeure, etc.), the price of your activity, is refunded in full.
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Location
Meeting Point
Region: Roubas, Irakleio
Address: Gergeri Heraklion Crete
Notes: The meeting point is the village Gergeri.Then you will follow us with your own car to reach in our destination Rouvas forest.
Point of activity
Region: Roubas, Irakleio