Flora The Giara is host to an extremely high concentration of species of flower: 9 species per square kilometre, compared to 0.9 per square kilometre in the rest of Sardinia. Perhaps the most characteristic type of plant cover to be found here is that of cork oak woods. The cork oak (Quercus suber) is a small tree, its distinctive twisted shape caused by the modelling effect of the wind. Other species present on the plateau include holm oak, bay oak, lentiscus, corbezzolo (strawberry tree), cistus and many other plants typical of Mediterranean macchia. In the marshy areas, 17 species of wild orchid of extraordinary beauty have been found. "Morisia" is the botanic garden of the Giara, created by our society on the plateau: here you will be able to see every species of plant to be found on the Giara. Please contact us to arrange a visit. SA JARA MANNA - OUR PHILOSOPHY AND OUR SERVICES The co-operative "Sa Jara Manna" actively participates in the protection and maintenance of the archaeological and natural heritage of the Giara plateau. With the employment of seasonal staff, it also helps combat forest fires in the area. TOURIST SERVICES · Educational visits to the Park Prices for schools - 2 hour excursion on foot circa Lit. 4,000 per student. (Teachers free) · Trekking Full or half-day excursions - Up to 25 people, 1 guide: Lit.90,000, Lit.150,000 - From 25 to 60 people, 2 guides: Lit.160,000, Lit.260,000 - Over 60 people, 3 guides: Lit.240,000, Lit.360,000 · Mountain Bike One hour, half day or full day - Price per bike:Lit.6,000, Lit.18,000, Lit.30,000 · Land Rover (9 places, plus guide) One hour, half day or full day - Price per Land Rover: Lit.80,000, Lit.220,000, Lit.360,000 The Co-op also organises a traditional "Murzu de su Pastori" or "Shepherd's Lunch" consisting of salami, ham, olives, cheese, pecorino, ricotta with honey, wine, water and Mirto of the Giara. (all locally produced). THE CO-OPERATIVE Composed of 16 members, the co-op was founded in 1997 with the aim of protecting and maintaining the archaeological and natural heritage of the Giara plateau. The members of "Sa Jara Manna" are all expert guides and fully knowledgeable about the area in which they work. Some are members of the A.I.G.A.E. (The Italian Association of Environmental Guides). "Sa Jara Manna" proposes a relaxing excursion in search of a unique ecosystem. The primary objective will be to trace the wild horses, but the archaeological and botanical aspects of the area will also be explored. You will be able to discover how the ancient shepherds lived and worked, visiting the sites of their settlements, settlements which the co-op is preparing to reconstruct. The proto nuraghe "Brunku Madugui" can also be visited. Constructed around 1800-1500B.C, it is seen as one of the earliest examples of Nuraghic architecture in Sardinia. back