Piano Provenzana: Guided Mt. Etna Snowshoeing Trek
ID: GYG429299-773637
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
See Mt. Etna covered in snow on this snowshoeing hike up the volcano. See the massive caters from the 2002 eruption, pass through the structures destroyed by lava flows, and enjoy panoramic views.
Unique snowshoe hike in a spectacular volcanic context. The excursion begins in the snowy forest in Sicily on the Etna volcano at an altitude of 1800 meters in Piano Provenzana. The view along the route allows you to admire the sea of Giardini Naxos and Taormina, in conditions of good visibility you can even see Calabria. You will cross the lava flows of the eruptions of the north side of Etna up to the large craters that destroyed the tourist resort of Piano Provenzana. On the top of the large side craters at an altitude of 2200 meters you will have the opportunity to admire the panorama of the snow-covered volcano up to its top, always active with the emission of volcanic gases. The route is 5 km long (round trip) with a total positive difference in height of 300 meters and a total of 3 hours in duration.
Highlights
- Unique landscapes of its kind
- Contrast between the snow and the dark volcanic rocks
- Woods, lava flows, fractures and lateral craters
- View of the sea and the Summit Craters of Etna
- Regenerating experience
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The time of the meeting point may vary, and be brought forward to 8: 45/9: 00 in order to guarantee you can find a place for your cars, given the mass of skiers arriving and the consequent difficulty in finding space for parking.
• 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.
• Please note that gloves and hats in winter are not included, so please bring your own.
Meet your guide in the parking lot near the active chairlift at Etna Nord in winter, outside Chiosco Bar Mareneve.
INCLUDED
- Volcanological Guide Service
NOT INCLUDED
- Snowshoes + Trekking poles (€ 12 per person) rented from authorized rentals on site
- Snack
- Ski suit
- Bottled water
- Windbreaker
- Parking ticket (to be paid on the spot at a cost of 3 euros)
- Trekking shoes
- Jacket
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
