Pipistrello Experience: Speleo-Adventure in the Equi Caves

A Speleo-Experience on a fully equipped course

Experience a caving adventure unlike any other in Italy. An unforgettable journey in Lunigiana, set in the evocative scenery of dark caves equipped with via ferratas and Tibetan bridges.

Ideal for

The PipistrellExperience is designed for anyone who want to discover the depths of the earth in an thrilling and evocative setting. It’s perfect for both couples seeking an out-of-the-ordinary adventure and groups of friends ready to challenge their limits on suspension bridges and underground passages. It’s also an original activity for stag or hen parties, ideal for families with kids over 10, and perfect for companies looking to boost collaboration and team spirit with an adventurous team-building activity.

Thanks to the support of qualified instructors and the full equipment provided on-site, participants explore dark caves in complete safety. It’s an experience that allows you to escape the ordinary, learn new skills, and rediscover the pleasure of facing challenges together.

What to expect

What to expect during the experience

After a detailed briefing on techniques and safety, participants are equipped with a harness, a helmet with a headlamp, a safety lanyard, and gloves. Accompanied step-by-step by an expert guide, you will tackle via ferratas, Tibetan bridges suspended in the darkness, and narrow passages carved into the rock. The route reveals hidden worlds and surprising scenery, perfect for those who want to experience the thrills of underground exploration.

Total duration: about 3 hours, briefing included.

Requirements & Info

To participate in this caving experience, participants should have good mobility and be free from heart conditions, motor issues, or claustrophobia. The minimum age is 10, with a height of over 140 cm and a weight between 30 and 120 kg. The activity takes place in small groups of 2 to 9 participants and involves an intermediate-difficulty route, also suitable for beginners in good physical condition. Comfortable clothing and sturdy trekking shoes are recommended.

Price: €50 per person for shared groups (4 to 9 participants), or €200 total for private groups (2–3 people).
Experience available all year round, by reservation.

Equi Caves

Equi Caves Experience Park

Within the rocky folds of the Apuan Alps, in Lunigiana, the Equi Caves become the stage for this underground adventure, opening the way to a world where nature has worked for millennia, carving out chambers, tunnels, and hidden streams. Nearby, a small village has done more than just preserve this landscape; it has transformed it into a living park, featuring suspension courses, climbing walls, museums to explore, and stories to hear. A place where adventure and knowledge go hand in hand, balancing play, territory, and community.