How to visit Gorgona

Guided tours to Gorgona from the Island of Elba

Guided visits	Gorgona is part of the National Park and is home to a penitentiary, therefore visits must be authorized by the Prison Administration in agreement with the Park Authority according to a scheduled calendar and are limited to a maximum of 100 visitors per day. Reservations can be made up to one week before the excursion date in order to submit participants' names to the Prison Directorate. Embarkation port: Livorno.
Info	Passengers must arrive at the boarding dock 30 minutes before departure with the identity documents indicated during the booking process.
Prices	Guided excursion with the Park: full price €45, reduced €36. Free for children up to 4 years old.
Contacts	+39 0565 908231 - info@parcoarcipelago.info
Bookings	Book online

Excursions to Gorgona, organized by the Park Authority, take place from March to October, with a higher concentration during spring and autumn.

The visit consists of a trekking excursion along an authorized route exclusively in the presence of an authorized guide.

The itinerary is approximately 7 km long, with a total elevation gain of about 300 m.

The excursion starts from the Belvedere terrace and reaches Torre Nuova (of Medici origin, located in the upper part of the village to protect the port) using dirt roads built by the Prison Administration. It then reaches Punta Paratella, where it is possible to stop and enjoy a magnificent view over Cala Maestra. The route continues to the island’s small historic cemetery and to Rocca Vecchia, the oldest fortification on the island, dating back to the Pisan period.

Partially shaded hiking itinerary.

Length: 6 km – Elevation gain: 250 m – Duration: 3 hours – Difficulty: easy to moderate.

Tips for the trekking excursion

Excursions can only be undertaken if participants are equipped with trekking shoes with non-slip soles and ankle support, and comfortable, appropriate clothing suitable for hiking activities. In case of unsuitable clothing, the Guide may decide not to allow participation in the visit. There are no water sources along the route, so it is recommended to bring an adequate supply of water and a packed lunch.

During the guided visit, additional rules must be respected for security reasons. The use of cameras and mobile phones is not permitted, and swimming is prohibited. It is not allowed to leave any kind of waste on the island (please bring a suitable container to collect and carry your waste). Pets are not allowed.

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