Tour description
Half day excursion to discover the fantastic and unique scenery of Mount Etna, an immersion in nature between lunar landscape and green forests.
On our tour, you can admire the highest volcano in Europe, in the beautiful colors of the sunset.
Pick up 16:00 – drop off 21:00
Passing off road through trazzere, where we can see two lava flows (1634/1792), where our guide will explain the fauna and flora of volcano Etna, telling you the mount Etna history.
Direction Bove Valley, the ancient caldera formed about 64,000 years ago due to a collapse of two major eruptive centers.
Guided equipped with helmets and flashlights in one of the lava caves (in case of high tremors or eruption, the visit cannot be carried out).
Arrive at an altitude of 2000 meters above sea level where we can admire the silvestri craters, the lava flows of the 2001/2003 and a great view of Catania.
Drop off in meeting point or hotel.
Contributors
Specialized guides (geologists and naturalists), but mostly fans.
Languages
English and Italian
Our vehicles
Toyota jeep, land rover 4/6 seats + driver.
Equipment required
Hiking boots (or sport shoes in the summer), clothing suitable for the season and at a temperature range of 15°.
Itinerary changes
Our liable for any climatic conditions can alter your route.