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Enjoy a relaxing wild tea under the trees. -
Taste unique flavors from local products.
Live an authentic Cretan experience and taste cuisine in the company of locals.
Rouvas Forest, one of the most important and treasured forest remaining on the island of Crete, is a vital ecosystem, primarily based on an oak forest.
Covering the inland slopes of Psiloritis, it is defined by the peaks of Ambelakia and Samari to the south, Chalazokephala to the west, Skinaka and Koudouni to the north and Gyristi to the east. The forest covers more than 7400 acres.
The Wild Foods Truffle Hunting adventure is an easy, 45 minutes day trip only from Heraklion, and a great way to experience some traditional culture and cuisine from the green heart of Crete.
We can give an appointment at the village of Gergeri 40 km away from Heraklion. Then you will follow us with your own car to reach in our destination Rouvas Forest.
Treat yourself to an unforgettable day of truffle hunting in Crete, and so much more, with Wild Greek Foods.
Spend a day immersed in the culture and cuisine of our ancestral Cretan village. Goat Meat, red wine, traditional local cheese, olive oil. A harmonious taste experience that you will never forget under the ancient trees of the forest of Rouvas.
Available every day. Group sizes are from 2 to a maximum of 8 people. If you have a bigger group please contact us.
Limited availability,
please book ahead.
The Wild Foods Truffle Hunting day is great for people of all ages, couples or families. It’s great for food and wine lovers, or for anyone just wanting to immerse themselves in the natural landscape.
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During the hunt you will walk in the countryside so you need suitable shoes for that. If you have any dietary requirements please let us know when you book so we can prepare a special dish, suitable for you.
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On the unspoiled foothills of the Psiloritis UNESCO Global Geopark, our family keeps a centuries-old tradition alive. Nikos Kapsalis, recognized by UNESCO as Crete's first truffle hunter, is the guardian of this knowledge. His deep connection to the Rouvas Forest and his love for the area's rare flora served as the inspiration for the unique “Anégnoro” honey.
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Crete’s first truffle hunter:
Living tradition and mountain knowledge...
They say that Crete is its people and the stories born in its mountains. For us, your experience doesn’t just begin at the table, it starts where nature reveals its deepest secrets: in the wild truffle hunt and the discovery of the beehive's treasures.
Your reviews on TripAdvisor and our website are your own living testimony to the authenticity behind every single one of our expeditions. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the beautiful days you shared with us, for becoming part of our family tradition, and for honoring our journey to bring the pure soul of our island a little closer to you.
