Europe Trip Leader

Gabriele Mastrilli

Gabriele Mastrilli was born and raised in Sicily, the southeast region of Italy, where he still lives when not traveling around the world. He has a master degree in ecology and biogeography and an immense interest in nature, hiking, and photography. In 25 years as a Trip Leader, he has traveled to all the continents and loves telling and hearing stories about different cultures around the world. When not leading trips, Gabriele travels on his own and exercises his passion for photography. Some of his photographic work has been published in Italian travel magazines.

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Upcoming Trips with Gabriele

Hiking in Sicily

Apr 27 - May 7, 2024

May 17 - 27, 2024

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Hiking in the Cortina Dolomites

Jul 9 - 16, 2024

Aug 29 - Sep 5, 2024

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Client Testimonials

Knowledgeable, calm, friendly, flexible—everything you would want in a trip leader.

Cindy H.

Santa Rosa, CA
Hiking in Sicily

Gabriele is very competent, patient, and personable. I learned much about Sicily, its food and its culture, from him. He pays great attention to detail. Plus, he is really funny!

Elaine W.

Seattle, WA
Hiking in Sicily

Gabriele was excellent—approachable, very knowledgable about many aspects of Sicily,  very flexible, and had a good sense of humor.

Keith J.

Orinda, CA
Hiking in Sicily

When we needed something, Gabriele was right there for us. I never doubted his knowledge of the area, and on our hikes he had eyes in the back of his head and knew where everyone was and how they were doing.

Lynn M.

Great Falls, VA
Hiking in Sicily

A terrific guy and a wonderful teacher about Sicily. We loved him and always found him helpful and informative. Also very funny. You know, I think I'd go to the end of the world with him. I don't know where you get these guys!!!!

Michele M.

Eureka, CA
Hiking in Sicily

Gabriele’s knowledge of Sicily in general and specifically of the natural environment added a depth of knowledge to the trip that was most helpful and welcome.

Robert M.

Great Falls, VA
Hiking in Sicily

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