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Etna North: Guided trekking to Summit volcano craters

Sicily, Italyby Ashàra Etna & Stromboli Guides

  • 5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 20 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Italian, French

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Overview

Starting from Piano Provenzana 1800masl (Etna Nord), the unique slope that currently allows the climb to the summit in safe conditions, with special 4x4 we will arrive to 2825masl (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, Northeast Crater and we will admire the famous Southeast Crater, author of the most recent and impressive eruptions. You will surrounded by 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 panoramic path of descent characterized by fine volcanic ash and scorie, will give us a unforgettable view of Sicily coast During the hike 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

What's included

  • Helmet
  • Walking sticks
  • Insurance and Volcanological/Alpine guide
  • Hiking boots
  • 4x4 tickets (60€ per person) to pay in cash on spot

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Piano Provenzana

    40 min

    Meeting point and departure with special 4x4 from Piano Provenzana 1800masl (Etna North) to Piano delle Concazze (2825masl)

  2. 2

    Itinerario Crateri Sommitali

    2 hours

    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.

  3. 3

    Piano Provenzana

    2 hours

    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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point at Ashàra info point in front of Chiosco Bar Mareneve - Piano Provenzana (Etna Nord) Linguaglossa

End point

Meeting point at Ashàra info point in front of Chiosco Bar Mareneve - Piano Provenzana (Etna Nord) Linguaglossa

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Sconsigliato a soggetti asmatici e con problemi di cuore

Cancellation policy

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

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