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Discover the unique beauty of Etna's summit craters with a certified volcano guide. Experience the thrill of riding a cable car and jeep 4x4 to 2,800 meters and reach the summit on foot. Unforgettable

Highlights

• Gaze at the world below from the summit of the highest volcano in Europe
• Take a walk on the rim of the summit craters and capture incredible photos
• Pass through a lava channel and trek across breathtaking, lunar-like landscapes
• Take a trilling journey 2,500 meters above sea level via cable car
• Learn more about the volcanic history and geology with your Alpine guide

Description

Trek to the summit of Mount Etna on a once-in-a-lifetime hike led by certified mountain guides. Ride a cable car and jeep 4X4, take advantage of breathtaking photo stops of the summit craters, and soak up the striking volcanic landscapes that stretch out before you. Meet your guide and set off on your hiking adventure from Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza (Etna South). Ride a cable car and jeep 4x4 to 2,800 meters up and begin a roughly 2-hour hike through lava flows and lunar-like volcanic landscapes to Etna's summit craters. Around you the majestic panorama on the Ionian coast. Take a stroll on the rim of the Central Crater with spectacular views of the vertiginous Northeast Crater and the infamous Southeast Crater, responsible for the most recent and impressive eruptions. In addition to the vastness of the summit craters, be amazed at the otherworldly 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. During the descent, visit the Barbagallo craters, cross a lava flow channel and admire the stunning Valle del Bove. Once again, at 2500 m, climb aboard the Etna cable car and return to the starting point. Remember that we are always talking about an active volcano, so there may be variations in the itinerary if necessary.

Includes

Hiking tour Volcano or Alpine multilingual guide Hiking boots RCT insurance Rock helmet Walking sticks

Important Information

• Cable car and jeep 4x4 should be paid in cash on spot (€65 per person) If volcanic activity doesn't allow the tour to reach the top, you will stop at 3000 m and take only the cable car (52€ per person) This excursion is aimed at moderately trained hikers who are comfortable hiking on sandy or uneven terrain. Medium-High level of difficulty At the guide's discretion, the excursion may undergo variations regarding weather conditions, environmental factors, or possible volcanic risks If the summit craters are forbidden due to the strong volcanic activity that day, the tour will undergo changes and continue up to the maximum altitude The guide is entitled to stop the excursion for any reason that could compromise the safety or physical integrity of an individual or the group Please wear the listed items and bring an extra T-shirt, jacket, backpack (10-20L), water, snacks, and a packed lunch

Easy cancellation

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