Trekking 3000m – Etna Sud
- 4/5 H
EXCURSION TO THE HIGHEST ACTIVE VOLCANO IN EUROPE
Appointment in Etna South at an altitude of 1880 meters and meeting with the Alpine/Volcanological Guide. Briefing and departure with the Etna cable car and arrival at an altitude of 2500 metres, beginning of the trekking among the mighty landscapes and craters of Etna. Visit to the Barbagallo Craters and the fascinating lava flow channel. Snack/lunch break, continuation of the trek towards the view in Valle del Bove and return by cable car to the departure square. Period – all year round, in winter possibility of snowshoe rental on site.
Duration approximately 4.5 hours
Departure time to be agreed – Return time to be agreed
Excursion with difficulty: medium Difference in altitude: + 500m, – 500m
Trekking development: 7 km total
Personal equipment: backpack, trekking shoes, high socks, windproof jacket, sweatshirt, long trousers, gloves and hat, glasses and neck warmer to protect yourself from the volcanic sand.
Possibility to rent trekking shoes + jacket on site. A packed lunch and at least 1.5 liters of water each is recommended.
The price includes :
● Round trip cable car;
● Helmets;
● Volcanological Guide;
● Insurance.
Languages spoken during the tour
Italian, English, French, German.
Included
Naturalistic Guide & Alpine Guide.
Injury insurance.
To bring
Trekking shoes, sweatshirt, windbreaker, poles, hat, gloves, mask, packed lunch and water
Not included
Typical lunch in a refuge
Info
The excursion requires good physical preparation, it is strongly not recommended for those suffering from cardiovascular, respiratory or hypertension problems, for those suffering from dizziness, for pregnant women, and prohibited for children under 13 years of age.
Hotel pick-up available on request. Specify your accommodation when purchasing
Address
Etna Discovery S.R.L.
Trecastagni, CT, Italia
Location / Meeting point
Etna Discovery
