Half day Trekking Tour on Etna

4.9 (63 reviews) Sicily, Italy
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Duration6h - 7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Arrived with the means at an altitude of 2000m the ascent begins
along the path that, between a forest of pines and brooms and native vegetation, will lead us to one of the most evocative views of the Del Bove valley.

What's included

  • Helmets and torches for visiting the cave
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Waterproof jackets on request
  • Lunch, snacks or water are not included, which we recommend to bring with you

What to expect

  1. Piazza Stesicoro
    Pass by
    Pick up at the Info Point, from your hotel in Catania or from a meeting point to be agreed
  2. Lungomare di Ognina
    Pass by
    We start by passing the Catania waterfront, from where we can see the stacks of Acitrezza
  3. Mount Etna
    2h
    Trekking (medium / easy level, about 300 meters in altitude) along a path that, passing through a characteristic undergrowth first and then lunar landscapes, leads to an altitude of about 2300 meters
  4. Valle Del Bove
    30m
    When you reach an altitude of about 2,300 meters, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the south-east crater overlooking the Valle del Bove, an ancient volcanic caldera
  5. Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna
    2h
    Walk on one of the ancient craters. Later visit to one of the lava flow caves along the route.
  6. Colata Lavica 1992
    30m
    Visit to the lava front of the 1991-1993 lava flow, which reached the village of Zafferana Etnea
  7. Oro d'Etna
    30m
    Stop for a free tasting of typical Etna products
  8. Catania
    Pass by
    Return to the starting point in Catania, passing through the city

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

suitable for those staying in Etna villages.

Meeting point

Convenient and easily accessible from the directions of Syracuse, Palermo and Messina.
ample free parking available

Meeting point

Piazza Stesicoro, 18

End point

suitable for those staying in Etna villages.

End point

Convenient and easily accessible from the directions of Syracuse, Palermo and Messina.
ample free parking available

End point

Piazza Stesicoro, 18

Pickup details

In the morning or afternoon, time and place to be agreed upon, depending on the needs of the traveler

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.9 (63)

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