Etna North: Guided trekking to Summit volcano craters
Linguaglossa, IT
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Duration 5 hours
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Expert Volcanological Guide
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Includes hiking boots & helmet
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4x4 transport to 2825masl
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Available in English, French, Italian
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Moderate fitness level required
Embark on a thrilling trek to the summit of Mount Etna, guided by experts through stunning volcanic landscapes and craters.
Included
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Hiking boots -
Insurance and volcanological/alpine guide
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Helmet
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Walking sticks
Excluded
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Private transportation -
Bottled water
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4x4 tickets (60€ per person) to pay in cash on spot
Embark on a thrilling trek to the summit of Mount Etna, guided by experts through stunning volcanic landscapes and craters.
Highlights
- Guided trekking to summit volcano craters
- Walking on the edge of the Central Crater
- Admiring the famous Southeast Crater
- Surrounded by a unique volcanic environment
- Unforgettable view of Sicily coast
Meeting Point
Meeting point at Ashàra info point in front of Chiosco Bar Mareneve - Piano Provenzana (Etna Nord) Linguaglossa
Piano Provenzana - Etna nord,via Provenzana, 95015 Linguaglossa CT , Italy
End Point
Meeting point at Ashàra info point in front of Chiosco Bar Mareneve - Piano Provenzana (Etna Nord) Linguaglossa
Piano Provenzana - Etna nord,via Provenzana, 95015 Linguaglossa CT , Italy
What to expect
Piano Provenzana
Meeting point and departure with special 4x4 from Piano Provenzana 1800masl (Etna North) to Piano delle Concazze (2825masl)
40 minutes
Admission Not Included
Itinerario Crateri Sommitali
Starting from Piano Provenzana 1800masl (Etna Nord), the unique slope that currently allows the climb to the summit in safe conditions, with special 4x4 vehicles, admiring the typical landscape of Etna, we will climb up to 2825masl near Piano delle Concazze. From here begins the ascent of about 2h to the main crater rim at an altitude of 3.320masl. You will walk on the edge of the Central Crater, we will face the vertiginous Northeast Crater and we will admire at our side the famous Southeast Crater, author of the most recent and impressive eruptions.
120 minutes
Admission Included
Piano Provenzana
In addition to the vastness of the summit craters, you will admire a unique volcanic environment, with gas emissions, volcanic bombs, and the sparkling colors of the ground due to the sublimation of various elements, including sulfur in particular. After the visit at the top, the path of descent in addition to being characterized by fine volcanic ash and slag, will always be very panoramic thanks to the beautiful view of the Sicilian coast. The whole route will be seasoned with pleasant breaks where the guide will explain the history, the formation and the peculiarities of the volcano. Once again at 2825masl, with the 4x4 we will return to Piano Provenzana, the final point of a great and inevitable experience in Sicily.
120 minutes
Admission Included
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries -
Not recommended for pregnant participants
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Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Sconsigliato a soggetti asmatici e con problemi di cuore
What our experts say
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Bring water; it's not included. -
Wear sturdy shoes for the hike.
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Consider lunch at nearby Linguaglossa.
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Check the weather; it can change quickly.
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Capture the stunning views from the summit!
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