Just Like a Beekeeper

Name: Just Like a Beekeeper
Location: Maso Botes

Arco

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Description

Step into (quite literally!) the role of a beekeeper and uncover the secrets of the bee world.

Get ready to:

Learning about the beekeeping history of the Santuliana family;
A stroll through the olive groves of Arco to Calaverna, the location of the permanent beehive;
Visiting the beehive in full beekeeping gear (provided by the beekeeper: protective suit, face shield, and smoker). You'll have the chance to search for the queen in a specially opened beehive and taste honey straight from the comb;
Getting an insight into the honey extraction workshop and learning how honey vinegar is made;
Tasting 4 different types of honey from Trentino, Trentino honey vinegar, and a glass of mead, served with bread, a selection of cheeses, and water.

Want to join? Here’s what you need to know:

You must wear long trousers and sturdy shoes or boots; all other equipment (beekeeper’s suit or smock, gloves, hive tool, smoker) will be provided
You must not have allergies or intolerances to bee stings, bee venom or hive products
Children are welcome, as long as they’re at least 5 years old

This experience is not suitable for people with motor, visual or hearing impairments.

Meeting time

10:30a.m./02:30 p.m./04:30 p.m. of choice

Languages spoken

IT – DE – EN

No. of participants

minimum 2 - maximum 6

Duration

2 hours

Price

€ 75,00 | € 67,50 Garda Guest Card

Info

Booking required by 5:00 PM the day before;
Included services: guided visit to the stationary apiary in the olive grove of Arco and to the honey extraction and honey vinegar production lab, tasting included;
If the minimum number of 2 participants is not reached, the experience will not take place and a refund will be issued.

Special price with Garda Guest Card