Mt. Etna: Hike to the Top from 2900 Meters & return by 4x4 Mount Etna: Hike to the Top from 2900 Meters
ID: GYG399776-726390
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Country: Italy
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Take an exciting hike to the highest active volcano in Europe. You will take the off-road vehicle from an altitude of 1800 up to a height of 2965 meters where you will begin the trekking on foot. Discover the side less frequented by tourists.
Departures planned from Piano Provenzana with special off-road vehicles that will go up along the panoramic street that goes up to the northern side of the Etna, through ancient craters and recent lava flows till a height of 2825 mt. Then it will start the ascent by walk on a path surrounded by volcanic bombs and scoria. The total uphill is of 470 mt, till we will reach the Central Crater at a height of 3300 mt, where we will stop to admire the greatness,the uniqueness and the processes of this extraordinary volcanic environment, combined with the spectacle of the panorama that can be enjoyed from the roof of Sicily (the visibility could change according to the weather or volcanic conditions). The downhill will be made along the same path used at the moment of the ascent, while the last part will be made inside little channels constituted by soft and friable volcanic scoria, on which you can walk easily without any problem adopting the necessary precautions, till a height of 2825 mt where we will find the means of transport for the trip back to Piano Provenzana.
Schedule
Appointment at the Mareneve bar kiosk, at Piano Provenzana, 1800 mt at 13:15 PM.
Departures planned at: 13:30PM.
Expected return at: 18:00 pm (approximately)
Ascent with special off-road vehicles from Piano Provenzana.
Arrival at a height of 2825 mt.
Start of the walking tour in total 4 km up to the Summit Craters of Etna at 3300 meters
Descent on foot to an altitude of 2825 meters
Downhill with special off-road vehicles from an altitude of 2825 mt to Piano Provenzana at 1800 mt.
Total time of the trekking trail: 4,5 hours
Expected return at 6:00 | 6.30pm maximum
Total kilometres: 7,5 (it may vary)
Maximum altitude reached: 3300 mt.
Minimum altitude reached: 2825 mt.
Total climb uphill: 470 mt (it may vary)
Total climb downhill: 470 mt (it may vary)
Difficulty: E (Excursionists- For hikers used to walking at high altitudes)
Trekking is not recommended for those who does not do physical activity regularly.
Trekking is not recommended for those who does not do mountain hiking regularly.
The excursion requires a good preparation on a physical level. Because of it results to be a high height path, it would be easy to experience symptoms of fatigue.
Highlights
- Enjoy stunning views of Sicily all the way to the Aeolian Islands
- Learn about the volcano and its eruptions
- Visit the active craters of the volcano
- Experience the wonderful volcanic landscape
- Discover the side less frequented by tourists
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- In the event of adverse weather conditions, we will advise you in order to communicate the cancellation or postponement of your excursion, at the earliest possible date.
- There is no advance payment for transportation. The guide will take you inside the office of the Funivia dell'Etna for the payment of the return tickets, just before the departure.
- For the success of the excursion and for its correct carrying out, it’s good to know perfectly your health conditions, and if necessary, let your guide know about them
- The route consists of the ascent and walking along the crater edges, this may cause dizziness to susceptible individuals
- The trekking is for moderately trained hikers (being a path that develops at high altitude)
- The excursion will be carried out according to the limits laid down by the ordinance in force
- Without adequate shoes, you are not covered by insurance
- This excursion may be canceled if minimum numbers of 2 are not met
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
The meeting point is the Chiosco Bar Mareneve, not the Chiosco Bar Etna Nord which is located in the lower parking lot. This meeting point is located near the chairlift used by skiers in winter and is the second house of the 4 present in the parking lot. We suggest to arrive always slightly in advance. The parking ticket at a cost of 3 euros will be paid after the excursion, do not worry.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
