Discover a culinary gem at MAMMA CAURA with stunning salt flats views and exquisite outdoor dining. Perfect after a day exploring SEI Saline’s natural beauty.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness needed, but comfortable attire is recommended for outdoor dining.
Wildlife
History
The salt flats of SEI Saline have been harvested for centuries, making it a key cultural site with deep historical roots in salt production.
Conservation
The salt flats are protected natural reserves, emphasizing sustainable harvesting and ensuring the preservation of local ecosystems.
SEI Saline
Discover a culinary gem at MAMMA CAURA with stunning salt flats views and exquisite outdoor dining. Perfect after a day exploring SEI Saline’s natural beauty.
SEI Saline is a Marsala, Sicilia–based operator offering salt flat experiences, dining events and guided tours around the Saline Ettore e Infersa. The company curates outdoor dinners and aperitifs at locations such as Isola Lunga and Mamma Caura, including rooftop tastings and sunset aperitifs with views of the salt pans.
Evening programs include Cena Sotto Le Stelle at Isola Lunga and Benessere con Cena in Salina, with departures at 15:00 or 16:00 for the wellness boat experience. Aperitivo options range from Piano Terra crostini and burrata to rooftop seafood tapas; summer months allow guests to observe night-time or sunset salt harvesting in July and August.
SEI Saline runs a 90-minute Degustazione di Sale guided by a selmelier at the Mulino a vento delle Saline Ettore e Infersa. The Passeggiata Guidata in Salina is a 60-minute interpretive walk through the salt pans that explains salt production and the historic mills.
Dining venues include Ristorante Primo Piano at Mamma Caura, open March to May and October to January in climate-controlled settings, and Ristorante Piano Terra with outdoor seating and an à la carte menu; reservations for Piano Terra require a small deposit deducted from the bill.
Additional offerings listed by SEI Saline include aperitifs, breakfasts, pranzo services and thematic degustazione menus. All descriptions reflect the specific trips and schedules advertised for the Marsala salt flats and associated venues.
Bookings and deposit requirements vary by experience; guests should review individual trip details for schedules, accessibility information and reservation policies and payment terms online.
Location
Marsala, Sicilia
Historic salt flats and coastal views
Tours Offered
15 experiences
Diverse dining and salt tours
Guided Walk
60 minutes
Passeggiata Guidata in Salina length
Salt Tasting
90 minutes
Degustazione di Sale duration
Choose a dinner, tasting or guided walk at SEI Saline and confirm availability on the specific trip page.
Arrive early for the sunset
Secure a spot at the outdoor tables before sunset to enjoy breathtaking views and avoid the rush.
Check the weather forecast
Outdoor dining is weather-dependent; verify conditions to ensure a comfortable meal outdoors.
Make a reservation in advance
Reserve your table with a small deposit to guarantee your spot during peak times.
Bring sun protection in summer
Use sunscreen and hats during hot days to stay comfortable while dining outside.
Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses)
Protect yourself from the sun during daytime outdoor dining.
summer
Warm layer or jacket
Stay comfortable in cooler weather on outdoor terraces.
winter
Camera or smartphone
Capture the striking salt flats and scenic sunset views.
Reservation confirmation
Ensure your booking is secured with a deposit before your visit.