Why choose this Sicily tour ?
Departures planned from Piano Provenzana with off-road vehicles along the panoramic path that leads up to the north side of Mt. Etna, through ancient craters and recent lava flows up to 2825 mt. Then we start the ascent (470mt positive level difference) on foot on a path surrounded by volcanic bombs and scoria, till we will reach the Central Crater at a height of 3300 mt, where we will stop to admire the greatness,the uniqueness and the processes of this extraordinary volcanic environment, combined with the spectacle of the panorama that can be enjoyed from the roof of Sicily (the visibility might change according to weather or volcanic conditions). The descent goes back along the same path, while the last part will be made inside little channels constituted by soft and friable volcanic scoria, on which you can walk easily without any problem adopting the necessary precautions, till a height of 2825 mt where we will get the off road vehicles for the trip back down to Piano Provenzana.
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What makes Summit Etna North 3300mt: 4×4 and trekking a unique experience ?
Schedule
Appointment at the Mareneve bar kiosk, at Piano Provenzana,1800 mt at: 7:45am or at: 1:15pm
Departures planned at 8:00am and 1:30pm
Expected return at 1.30pm and 6.00pm (approximately)
Ascent with special off-road vehicles from Piano Provenzana.
Arrival at a height of 2825 mt.
Start of the walking tour in total 4 km up to the Summit Craters of Etna at 3300 meters
Descent on terrain made up of sand and slag to an altitude of 2825m
Downhill with special off-road vehicles from an altitude of 2825 mt to Piano Provenzana at 1800 mt.
Total time of the trekking trail: 4,5 hours
Total kilometres: 7,5 (it may vary)
Maximum altitude reached: 3300 mt.
Minimum altitude reached: 2825 mt.
Total climb uphill: 470 mt (it may vary)
Total climb downhill: 470 mt (it may vary)
Difficulty: E (Excursionists- For hikers used to walking at high altitudes)
Schedule
Appointment at the Chiosco Bar Mareneve, at Piano Provenzana, 1800 mt at: 7:45am or at: 1:15pm
Departures planned at 8:00am and 1:30pm
Expected return at 1.30pm and 6.00pm (approximately)
Ascent with special off-road vehicles from Piano Provenzana.
Arrival at a height of 2825 mt.
Start of the walking tour in total 4 km up to the Summit Craters of Etna at 3300 meters
Descent on terrain made up of sand and slag to an altitude of 2825m
Downhill with special off-road vehicles from an altitude of 2825 mt to Piano Provenzana at 1800 mt.
Total time of the trekking trail: 4,5 hours
Total kilometres: 7,5 (it may vary)
Maximum altitude reached: 3300 mt.
Minimum altitude reached: 2825 mt.
Total climb uphill: 470 mt (it may vary)
Total climb downhill: 470 mt (it may vary)
Difficulty: E (Excursionists- For hikers used to walking at high altitudes)
Schedule
Appointment at the Mareneve bar kiosk, at Piano Provenzana,1800 mt at: 7:45am or at: 1:15pm
Departures planned at 8:00am and 1:30pm
Expected return at 1.30pm and 6.00pm (approximately)
Ascent with special off-road vehicles from Piano Provenzana.
Arrival at a height of 2825 mt.
Start of the walking tour in total 4 km up to the Summit Craters of Etna at 3300 meters
Descent on terrain made up of sand and slag to an altitude of 2825m
Downhill with special off-road vehicles from an altitude of 2825 mt to Piano Provenzana at 1800 mt.
Total time of the trekking trail: 4,5 hours
Total kilometres: 7,5 (it may vary)
Maximum altitude reached: 3300 mt.
Minimum altitude reached: 2825 mt.
Total climb uphill: 470 mt (it may vary)
Total climb downhill: 470 mt (it may vary)
Difficulty: E (Excursionists- For hikers used to walking at high altitudes)
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- 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
- For the success of the excursion and for its correct carrying out, it’s good to know perfectly your health conditions and, if necessary, let the Guides know about them, in order to reduce the occurrence of any problem and to avoid any risks.
- We recommend not to use contact lenses, because of the exhaled volcanic gases and of ash. This last one could easily cause problems, if pushed.
- This type of itinerary, in relation to the type, is suited to people in good physical health, not suffering from particular disease (it is strongly discouraged to those who suffer from cardio-vascular problems, breathing problems or hypertension).
- The excursion is not suited for children under 12 years old
- The excursion will be carried out according to the limits laid down by the ordinance in force.
- The excursion could be subjected to variations at the discretion of the Guides, or it could be interrupted in case of changes of the environmental, climatic or volcanic conditions, so as to undermine the safety of the entire group.
- It is required also to be careful, since it is volcanic soil, often inconsistent and unstable.
- The excursion requires a good preparation on a physical level. Because of it results to be a high height path, it would be easy to experience symptoms of fatigue.
- Trekking is not recommended for those who does not do physical activity regularly.
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- Summit Etna North 3300mt: 4×4 and trekking
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Summit Etna North 3300mt: 4×4 and trekking Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Accident insurance
- Protective helmets
- Trekking shoes, trekking poles, socks, protective helmets, backpack, jackets
- Authorized Volcanological Guide
Not Included
- Off road vehicle (from 1800mt to 2825mt round trip): 70 Euro per person to be paid on the spot
- K-way (rain jacket), hat and gloves (during autumn, winter and spring)
- Parking ticket (3 Euro full day)
- Transport service from your accomodation
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Guide Vulcanologiche Etna Nord.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 84 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
