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Trekking to the summit craters of Etna with a Volcanological Guide

Location Sicily, Italy
$83.94
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Overview

Start a unique adventure on the highest active volcano in Europe, Mount Etna. The trek will take you up to 3300 meters, where you can see the summit craters and extraordinary volcanic activity up close. After an initial briefing at Piano Provenzana, you will reach the altitude of 2900 meters in a 4x4, and then embark on a fascinating hour of climb through lunar landscapes. Admire the persistent volcanic activity, and a breathtaking view of the Sicilian eastern slope and the Aeolian Islands, while the Volcanological Guide will provide fascinating scientific explanations. An unmissable experience for nature and adventure lovers.
Trekking to the summit craters of Etna with a Volcanological Guide
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours

  • hiking shoes for those who do not have them, helmet, jacket
  • Meals
  • ticket for 4x4 vehicles 55€ (to be paid locally, preferably in cash)

Meeting point
The meeting point is located next to the Etnatre shop-rental
Return details
The meeting point is located next to the Etnatre shop-rental

Meeting at Piano Provenzana Etna Nord. After the initial briefing using special off-road 4x4 vehicles, we will reach an altitude of 2900 meters where the real trekking will begin. During the climb the panorama will range from the summit craters to the Sicilian eastern caste, in the background Calabria and the Aeolian Islands. Crossing ancient and recent flows you will arrive in an hour of climb to the summit area of the highest active volcano in Europe. The stay always depends on volcanic activity and weather conditions. After admiring the panorama of the summit area, we will begin the descent through the sandy gullies that will lead us to the area of the Pizzi Deneri from where you can enjoy a majestic view of the Valle del Bove. In off-road 4x4 we will return to the starting point in Piano Provenzana.

In accordance with the ordinances of the competent authorities, trekking in the summit area of Mount Etna may, at any time, undergo changes or cancellations.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for people suffering from dizziness
  • Not recommended for travelers not physically fit
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Trekking to the summit craters of Etna with a Volcanological Guide

    Location Sicily, Italy
    $83.94
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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