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  2. Sicily
  3. Nicolosi
  4. Mount Etna
  5. Excursion to the Top of Etna North by 4x4 + Return on Foot

Tickets for Excursion to the Top of Etna North by 4x4 + Return on Foot

Visit to the top of Etna volcano with descent on foot to the starting point

Provider:
Guide Vulcanologiche Etna Nord
Registered address: Via Viola,1, 95015, Linguaglossa, IT
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Start time: 07:45
Duration: 5h
Instant ticket delivery
Live guide: English, French, Italian
Smartphone tickets accepted

What's included

Licensed Volcanological Guide
Hiking poles
Protective helmets
Insurance in case of accidents
Hiking shoes
Jackets

What's not included

€50 per person for ascent by special 4x4 vehicles (one way) from elevation 1800 m.t.
€20 per person by all-terrain vehicle from elevation 2800 m.t. to elevation 1800 m.t.
Lunch and bottled water
Windproof jacket
Backpack
Ticket for car parking at the starting point - 3 euros for the whole day

Important information

This type of itinerary is only suitable for people in good physical health. At the guides' discretion, the excursion may be subject to variations, in the case of bad environmental conditions.

Meeting point

Guide Vulcanologiche Etna Nord, 95015 Linguaglossa, CT, Italy, Linguaglossa

  • Enjoy an ascent by 4x4 from the slope on the north side of Etna, which is less frequented by tourists
  • Soak up the spectacle of the steamy summit craters of Europe's highest active volcano
  • Boost your Etna experience with explanations provided by qualified volcanological guides

This volcanic hike takes you to the side of Etna that's less visited by tourists. The route includes an ascent by off-road vehicle to an elevation of 2825 meters - check out those views!

From this point you'll ascend on foot through a lunar landscape of lava flows, volcanic ash and volcanic bombs, putting you right on the edge of Etna's great central crater. Once you've witnessed this magnificent force of nature, you'll descend on foot from an altitude of 3300 to an altitude of 1800 meters for about 7 kilometers. Pass through lunar plateaus and large gullies filled with soft volcanic sand, back to the starting point of the hike.

The hike involves a total of 11 kilometers of walking (round trip) for 5/6 hours, and it's suitable for those used to walking regularly in the mountains. It is not recommended for those with vertigo, physical health or fatigue problems.

Show your smartphone ticket to the guide at the parking lot in front of the Mareneve Bar Kiosk.

  • Not recommended for those suffering from cardiovascular, respiratory or hypertension problems
  • Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit date.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit date.

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