- Mount Etna - You will meet the excursion guide at the prearranged meeting point.\nAfter getting to know each other, you will embark on the most fascinating and suggestive route of the Etna side where you will find yourself, suitable for your abilities.\nAlong the way, the guide will explain all the particularly characteristic aspects of the volcano.\nFrom the endemic Flora that lives in this environment to the Fauna which, in some ways, survives a harsh climate in the winter and very hot in the summer.\nHe will tell you about the recent activities of Etna, the most important activities in history and above all the volcanic activities that have left their mark along the route you will travel.\nObserving the volcanic craters on the slopes of the volcano, the guide will explain how these are formed and why lava will no longer be emitted from inside it in the future!\nIt is an experience that allows you to admire and understand an environment, unique in the world, which varies on a daily basis.
- Disposable hygienic cap
- Speleological equipment: protective helmet and front torch
- Trekking poles
- Bilingual Environmental Excursion Guide (Italian/English)
- Hotel transfer service
- Trekking shoes (rental available upon request for €8)
- Food and beverages
Joining ‘etnei ad HOC’ for an Etna expedition is the vital component for an unparalleled, extraordinary adventure! After our meetup at the agreed spots, we’ll be trekking some of Etna’s most stunning, captivating paths. We’ll guide you as we uncover the volcanic craters, caves, geologically derived valleys, volcanic towers named Hornitos, spectacular sceneries, and so much more! We will share about Etna’s most intriguing volcanic features that shaped both the ancient and contemporary history of eastern Sicily. Did you know that where Catania is now was once a ‘pre-Etna’ bay? Were you aware that Etna’s winter snow was sold during the summer even in Naples and Malta to keep food preserved? Opting to go on any of our Etna hikes translates to selecting a genuine experience! Our fervor for Etna is contagious and sure to make anyone enamored with Etna!
- Pregnant women
- People with mobility impairments
- People with high blood pressure
- People with heart problems
- People with respiratory issues
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.