Etna summit area - 2900 mt
Price from:
€145
Where:
Etna North
Duration:
6/7 hours
Departure time:
8.00 AM
Difficulty:
Light
Tour description:
Get to the base of the summit craters of Mt. Etna!
The excursion includes a journey to the Summit area of Mt. Etna using 4x4 vehicles, traveling from 1800 meters to 2900 meters on the north side. We will reach the area near the volcanological observatory, and from there, we will begin an easy walk (approximately 40 minutes) with a view of the North-East crater above.
This tour will allow you to encompass the breathtaking view of the sea up to Taormina and the Strait of Messina, while experiencing the feeling of walking on a lunar landscape, among lava flows and extinct craters.
During the off-road ride and the walk, you will be accompanied by an English speaking guide who will explain you all the volcanic phenomena.
After the walk, we will stop to grab a Sicilian sandwich and then we will visit a volcanic cave before returning (helmets and headlamps will be provided on spot). IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Please note that this tour is not available in Winter time due to the presence of ice and snow on the paths.
Suitable for
All people in good health
Families
Please note that is not allowed for:
Pregnant women
Babies
People suffering from cardio-respiratory conditions
What's included
Naturalistic multilingual guide (English and Italian. Upon request French - Spanish - Polish - German)
Basic equipment depending on the season*
Ascent to the summit area of Mt. Etna (2900 metres)
Volcanological guide
What to bring
Comfortable and season appropriate clothes
Jacket
Trainers (not sandals)
Water
Sunblock
Where to meet
Meeting directly on Mount Etna at an agreed point (transportation not included)
Pick up from Taormina/Castelmola/Giardini Naxos/Letojanni at spefic meeting points in a small group (on request with a minimum of participants)