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In the district Baunei, Sardinia, Italy (my home sweet home) hides a remarkable trek- we call it the Selvaggio Blu.
I am Sardinian, so I am what you can call a 'local expert.' However, due to an irreversible and not-treatable blood condition (nothing life-threatening but certainly annoying), I cannot run, climb, or do any sort of 'strenuous' activity like this one.
And while most of you might think that, 'Oh well, all trekking is 'strenuous' activity,' let me tell you about this particular trek:
Upon hearing 'Selvaggio Blu,' exaggerated gasps and nervous chuckles start rolling. Renowned to be Italy's toughest trek, it is a week-long voyage (full of emotions, the term 'I give up' is quite common but then usually replaced with big, surprised eyes and a lot of swooning) as you walk through breathtaking 100-year-old oak woods, steep rock bluffs, massive calcarean arches, cliffs with magnificent panoramas, free-flowing creeks and rivers, mysterious caves, and remarkable old paths where charcoal burners and goat-herds used to stride.
This is why Selvaggio Blu was and still is, one of my biggest dreams, and even if I actually can do some VERY light hiking (with great struggle), Selvaggio Blu will always remain one of my wildest but impossible dreams.
And even if I can't do it personally, I want to talk about it here because I've heard so many people's fascinating stories of this incredible adventure, and I want to inform those who don't know about this awesome trekking destination and might love it.
Translated as the 'Wild Blue,' it is a hiking route conceived by photographer and alpinist Mario Verin and architect Peppino Cicalò, Italian Alpine Club, Nuoro section President.
The name 'Selvaggio Blu' was used by the Cicalò - Verin duo to reflect the main characteristics of their expedition through this trek- 'Selvaggio', referring to the whole experience's pureness, remoteness and wildness and 'Blu' referring to the panoramic view where the spectacular color of a clear sky and the endless sea is predominant.
This trek extends for over 35km, beginning from Pedra Longa, a tranquil seaside area, to Cala Sisine's dazzling beach. If you want to and is feeling adventurous, you can even start your trip on the touristy port of Santa Maria Navarrese, just going south.
Labeled as the world’s toughest hike, it goes without saying that you’ll need to do your homework and do some comprehensive prepping before trekking Selvaggio Blu.
So here’s a checklist I have prepared for you.
Selvaggio Blu, as I have mentioned a lot of times already, is Italy's most trying trek, and I think one of trickiest in all of Europe as well. It is indeed a demanding journey, covering rocky, vegetation-filled trails, at times unclear paths.
The length of the hike depends mainly on the trip you take, so you need to ensure that you choose an itinerary that you can confidently follow as well as your accompanying group. It is also important to note that once you start trekking for the day, there will be no communities, villages, or whatsoever to stop by (except for trees and the open outdoors and wilderness). So, make sure you packed essential supplies.
In addition, physical activities such as mountaineering and lots of abseils make it quite troublesome and require some skills.
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