Hello, I'm Matea.
I was born in Split and lived in a big city for 30 years, but five years ago I decided to leave urban life behind and move to a remote village at the foot of Velebit. Together with my husband and our two children, I now live in harmony with nature — we grow our own fruits and vegetables organically and raise animals with love and care. On our little farm, we have cows, chickens, black pigs, cats, dogs, and bees. I'm really looking forward to meeting fellow nature lovers!
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Truffle hunting Velebit
Type of Tourism Services offered:
- Single-day experiences, events & guided activities
Country of services
- Croatia
How I align with or contribute to nature-positive tourism and rewilding:
Our truffle hunting experiences are deeply aligned with nature-positive tourism and contribute to rewilding efforts in several ways. We guide small groups through native forests in a low-impact, respectful manner that fosters appreciation for local biodiversity and the delicate ecosystems where truffles grow. Our trained dogs help locate truffles without disturbing the soil or plant life, preserving the natural habitat. In addition, by promoting interest in wild, naturally occurring truffles rather than cultivated varieties, we raise awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy forest ecosystems. Through education and storytelling during our tours, we inspire guests to value and protect these wild areas. Our work supports the preservation of traditional knowledge, contributes to local biodiversity conservation, and encourages sustainable land use practices—making truffle hunting not only a cultural but also an ecological experience.