Isola Lunga
“As the sun goes down, the atmosphere on the island is transformed….
the sun illuminates the saline pools, flooding them with a thousand shades of pink, providing a natural spectacle so strong it takes your breath away.”
L’ISOLA GRANDE
The Oriented Nature Reserve “Isole dello Stagnone Marsala” includes the four islands: Mothia, Santa Maria, Schola and Isola Grande and, in the pre-reservation area, also the Ettore and Infersa Salt Pans. Isola Grande, better known as Isola Lunga, is the largest of the four. It is a nature oasis, entirely walkable. Phytogeographically, it hosts a large number of protected or endangered species such as Maritime Marigold L., Cynomorium coccineum L. and many other halophytic plants. The fauna is rich in resident and migratory birds and other small animals that make it unique and full of charm.
SALITURISMO AND SALT RESORT
Saliturismo (salt & tourism) developed on Isola Lunga starting in 2005, expanding the concept of experiential tourism conceived at the Ettore and Infersa salt pans over 10 years earlier: exclusive and innovative experiences related to salt and salt pans, designed and dedicated to our guests.
Saliturismo is a neologism we created that represents together: hospitality, nature trails, food and wine events, and sensory moments related to unique places in the reserve and our sea salt. In the middle of the Reserve and in an unspoiled and uninhabited area, you will be welcomed into our Salt Resort, created by comfortably restoring an existing structure on the island. Within it, we promote, with full respect for Nature, strictly eco-friendly tourism: plastic use and water waste reduced to a minimum.
THE TRAVEL
The Island is reached by an approximately 20-minute crossing on special lagoon boats. And it is already a unique experience: you sail inside the very shallow waters of the Stagnone of Marsala, passing by the islands of Mothia and Schola. At the Island pier you will be greeted by our staff and the rushing chirping of cicadas.
NATURE TRAILS
An itinerary through pine forests, mills and salt ponds in a true kaleidoscope of colors; during the route-independent or guided-you can admire the very rich and often unique flora along with an equally varied and interesting fauna.
Wellness Path
Within the Fra Giovanni salt works, the collection of food-grade sea salt is no longer carried out: however, the hydraulic circuit is kept in full operation, with water flows designed and managed in such a way as to give our guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in tanks with waters of different and increasing salt concentrations or even lie on the salt crust. A unique experience entirely dedicated to wellness, body and mind with a duration of about one hour. Enriched, for those who would like to try our treatments, by the SoleMareVento® cosmetic line, a skincare line made with virgin saline water, rich in moisturizing and disinfectant properties.
Wellness Path + Dinner under the stars
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
–Boat transportation to the island
–1h salt marsh wellness experience
–Independent walk to the salt marshes of the Salt Resort
–Buffet dinner
– Return by boat at approximately 22:15
From June 18: Sunday
July: Sunday
August: Sunday
Sunday, September 3
*Drinks are excluded from the price
Wellness Path + Aperitif
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
–Boat transportation to the island
–1h salt marsh wellness experience
–1 tray of savory hors d’oeuvres
– 1 beverage of your choice: wine, cocktail, beer
-Independent walk to the salt pans at the Salt Resort
– Return by boat
From June 18: Sunday
July: Sunday
August: Sunday
Sunday, September 3
*Extra drinks are excluded from the price
Safari in the Salt Pans
The island extension allows us to be able to offer our guests a guided safari lasting about an hour: to explore the island, admire and photograph the natural and historical treasures of the Isola Grande. Stops are planned to appreciate the most striking views of the island with historical and naturalistic explanations.
APERITIFS AND DINNERS UNDER THE STARS
As the sun sets, the atmosphere on the island is transformed. The light of sunset, in the diffuse silence of the reserve, illuminates the salt ponds, flooding them with a thousand shades of pink, giving you a natural spectacle so strong that it takes your breath away. The Salt Resort will be ready to welcome you with many possibilities to taste at dedicated and reserved tables and spaces. At least two dedicated runs leave in the afternoon from the Hector and Infersa salt pans to the island for this daily event. You finally return by 23:00, and the return crossing under the stars will be the last thrill of the day’s visit to the island for you.
Aperitif on the island
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
– Boat transportation to the island
– 1 tray of savory appetizers
– 1 beverage of your choice: wine, cocktail, beer
– Independent walk to the salt pans at the Salt Resort
From June 18: Sunday
July: Sunday
August: Sunday
Sunday, September 3
Boat departure: 18:00 and 19:00 (2 shifts)
Return by boat: 20:00
Duration about 2h.
*Extra drinks are excluded from the price
Wellness Path + Aperitif Package is also available
Dinner under the stars
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
– Boat transportation to the island
– Buffet dinner
– Independent walk to the salt pans at the Salt Resort
From June 17: Saturday
July: Friday and Saturday
August: Tuesday to Saturday
September: on days 1, 2 and 3
Boat departure: 18:00 and 19:00 (2 shifts)
Return by boat: 22:15 approx.
*Drinks are excluded from the price
Wellness Path + Dinner under the Stars Package is also available
SLEEP IN SALT PANS
The Salt Resort offers the opportunity for our guests to stay on a private island pampered by our staff at your exclusive service.
One arrives at the Salt Resort by boats from the Hector and Infersa Salt Pans channel, and the transfer time is about 15 minutes. Boat transfers to and from Long Island can be arranged on site without any difficulty.
The view from the rooms on the island is truly unique: sea, salt pans, mills, and in the distance the beautiful Egadi Islands.
The Salt Experience
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
– Boat transfers (round trip) with Krivamar boats;
– Wellness path in the salt pans for the duration of the stay;
– Breakfast;
– Dinner (excluding drinks);
– Visit to the Ettore and Infersa Salt Mill.
From June 16: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
July: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
August: Tuesday to Sunday
September: on days 1, 2 and 3
Check-in starting at 12:00 | Check-out 11:00
PRICES
Rate for 2 adults | € 380.00 per night per room
*Tour tax and beverages are excluded from the price
*You can book at Mamma Caura and the Mill saliturismo activities directly on site. At the facility we also offer some visits to wineries, museums and other locations in Marsala and Trapani.
EVENTS & WEDDINGS
Our facility is unique being located within a private island and Nature Reserve. We have an indoor hall with capacity for up to 70 people, a well-equipped kitchen, three elegant rooms with views of the salt pans and Egadi Islands, and of course the outdoor area just inside the salt pans.
We recommend requesting an appointment for a site inspection so that you can get to know the location well.
For more information and inquiries write to us directly: isolalunga@seisaline.it
The Mill
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The Mill
Walk in Salt Pan
Salt workers by chance
Salt tasting
Re®, The King of Salt
SolemareVento
The Salt Shop
Contacts:
+39 0923 733003 | +39 342 9607915
Saline Ettore e Infersa
Contrada Ettore Infersa snc – Marsala
prenotazioni@seisaline.it
ISOLA LUNGA
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Salt Resort
Nature Trails
Wellness Paths
Guided photo safaris
Aperitifs and Dinners under the Stars
Stays and Events
Contacts:
+39 0923 733003 | +39 340 1934247
Isola Grande – Stagnone di Marsala
Contrada Ettore Infersa snc – Marsala
isolalunga@seisaline.it
MAMMA CAURA
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Breakfast
Lunch
Aperitif
Dinner
Meetings & Events
Contacts:
+39 0923 966036 | +39 348 7446687
Saline Ettore e Infersa
Contrada Ettore Infersa snc – Marsala
mammacaura@seisaline.it