• Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza - After a warm welcome from the guide with a coffee and a brief orientation, the trek will commence. From the starting point, the guide will immediately immerse participants in the lunar landscape of Etna, showcasing its lava flows and distinctive “buttonhole” craters, some of which have played significant roles in recent volcanic events.
• Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna - From the starting point, the guide will immediately immerse participants in the lunar landscape of Etna, highlighting its lava flows and unique “buttonhole” craters, some of which have been central to recent volcanic activity.
• Mount Etna - The journey will progress gradually, increasing in altitude, allowing participants to admire the elegant endemic flora and native fauna, both within and outside the forested areas rich in tree species of the high-mountain belt, of Europe’s most active volcano.
• Valle Del Bove - The trek will traverse sandy deserts, small depressions, and vegetation typical of lava deserts, accompanied by an incredible panorama that will leave participants breathless, culminating in the most majestic and fascinating caldera depression, the “Valle del Bove”.

This surreal view offers a panorama rich in elements surrounding this privileged area; from the summit area of the active craters to the Ionian Sea, where cities of Greek origin have thrived since ancient times, and from the Italian mainland, Calabria, to the Tyrrhenian Sea, it will be thrilling to see, on clear days, the Strait of Messina.

• Mount Etna - This stage, referred to as the “Soft-challenge,” will be thrilling and equally enjoyable, as participants experience sinking their legs and feet into the fine and soft lava sand, illustrating the volume of sand the volcano emits during its paroxysms.
• Grotta Cassone - Finally, the trek will include a spectacular descent into the heart of the volcano with a visit to a lava flow cave (lava tube), formed during a volcanic eruption. Equipped with a speleologist helmet and torches, participants will gain insight into the phenomena associated with lava flow, as well as the myths, legends, and historical traditions related to the caves.

• Full Day: 7-hour trek + lava flow cave visit
• Half Day: 5-hour trek + lava flow cave visit
• Trekking equipment: poles, jackets, backpacks
• Qualified and Certified Nature Guide (Law 4/2013)
• Snacks
• Booster seat

• Rental trekking shoes
• Rental baby trekking backpack
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Lunch

The “Etna - Ring on the Valley” trek offers an immersive experience in the volcanic ash of Etna, absorbing it like a sponge. Standing at 3,403 meters, Etna is a towering volcanic giant that commands the Sicilian landscape, renowned worldwide for its majestic presence and volcanic activity. As the largest active volcano in Europe, it serves as a natural laboratory where nature displays its full power through spectacular eruptions and a distinctive landscape marked by lava flows, craters, caves, and volcanic deserts. These environments present a captivating spectacle, highlighting the contrast between untamed nature and the enchanting aesthetics of Etna. Indeed, it is a symbol of Sicily and its culture, woven into legends, traditions, and art. Its presence significantly impacts the daily lives of Sicilians, with agriculture adapted to volcanic conditions and a unique relationship with the mountain.

• SUITABLE FOR REGULAR HIKERS IN GOOD HEALTH AND FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN, PROVIDED THEY ARE USED TO WALKING.

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