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Wild Mushroom & Truffle Hunting Experience in Grevena
Duration
5 h
Availability
Up to 15 persons
Guided Tour
Up to 15 persons
Overnight Stay
Not provided
Active Months
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Bio Products
Bio Products
Toilets
Toilets
Accessibility
Accessibility
Tasting
Tasting
Dining Services
Dining Services
Retail Shop
Retail Shop
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Transfer Service
Transfer Service
Description
Based in Grevena — widely known as the Mushroom Capital of Greece — we offer authentic forest gastronomy experiences rooted in knowledge, nature, and tradition.
Led by a specialized chef and certified mushroom forager with over 15 years of mountain experience, each activity combines wild mushroom expertise, truffle hunting, and culinary creativity. Our philosophy connects the forest directly to the plate, transforming seasonal ingredients into immersive gastronomic moments.
Mushroom Hunting Experience in Grevena
What the Experience Includes
All activities take place in the forests of Grevena and are designed for travelers who want to discover nature through gastronomy and hands-on learning.
- Educational Mushroom Foraging
- Guided identification of wild mushrooms in their natural habitat
- Basic principles of safe and responsible foraging
- Understanding seasonality and ecosystem balance
- Sustainability awareness and forest respect
Participants learn how to recognize edible species while respecting biodiversity.
Truffle Hunting with Trained Dogs
- Live truffle hunting demonstration
- Search with specially trained truffle dogs
- Explanation of truffle ecology and underground growth
- Insight into seasonal truffle varieties
A rare opportunity to witness the fascinating relationship between dogs, truffles, and forest soil.
Forest Hiking
- Easy hiking routes through selected forest trails
- Interpretation of local flora and forest life
- Immersive nature experience
The pace is gentle and accessible, allowing guests to fully connect with the landscape.
Forest Cooking & Tasting
The experience culminates in cooking outdoors using freshly gathered wild ingredients.
Guests enjoy:
- Live forest cooking session
- Mushroom- or truffle-based dishes
- Guided tasting in nature
- Seasonal menu depending on available species
Each experience is unique, shaped by seasonality, forest biodiversity, and weather conditions.
Why This Experience is Unique
- Located in Greece’s Mushroom Capital
- Led by a certified mushroom forager & professional chef
- Combines education, gastronomy, and nature
- Seasonal and fully adaptable to forest conditions
- From forest discovery to plate tasting
Optional Services
Once you complete your checkout with Gastronomy Tours, you can book your Car Rental or Transfer Services through our partners. Information you will find on the confirmation email.