Nicolosi: Mt. Etna Guided Sunset Tour with Cable Car & Jeep
ID: GYG788655-1262427
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Ascend to the summit of Mount Etna on a guided tour. Take a cable car to 2,500 meters and a 4x4 minibus to 2,750 meters. Hike to the summit and admire the impressive craters of the volcano.
Discover the most evocative places that have seen the South-East Crater, the youngest but the most active of the four summit craters of Etna, on a guided tour. Take a cable car and 4x4 minibus to reach the summit and enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding area.
Meet your guide at the meeting point near the souvenir shop "La Baita 3L ski lab" at 1,900 meters above sea level. Board a cable car and ascend to 2,500 meters above sea level. Continue your journey by 4x4 minibus to 2,800 meters above sea level.
Accompanied by your guide, reach 3,000 meters above sea level. From this altitude, admire a view of the impressive summit craters of Etna in all their grandeur, including the Central Crater divided in Bocca Nuova and Voragine, the South-East Crater, and the North-East Crater.
See the craters of the most recent eruptions of the volcano, and also the crossing of a lava flow tunnel. After the visit at the summit area and in particular at the places of the recent eruption of the South-East Crater, continue the descent on foot.
Cross the places of the other recent eruptions and admire a panoramic view on Valle del Bove, the Aeolian islands, and the Calabrian coast. Return to the starting point by 4x4 minibus and cable car.
Highlights
- Marvel at the impressive summit craters of Etna in all their grandeur
- Admire the craters of the most recent eruptions of the volcano
- Explore the places of the recent eruption of the South-East Crater
- Cross the places of other recent eruptions and admire a panoramic view
- Take a cable car to 2,500 meters and a 4x4 minibus to 2,800 meters
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The excursion takes about 5 hours round-trip.
The activity starts at 15:30 p.m. Please be on time.
Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on uneven surfaces.
Bring warm clothing as temperatures can be significantly lower at high altitudes.
Carry water and sunscreen to stay hydrated and protected from the sun.
A hat and sunglasses are recommended for protection against the sun.
Don't forget your camera to capture the stunning views of Etna's summit craters and recent lava flows.
Smoking is not allowed during the excursion.
This activity is not suitable for people heart problems, respiratory issues, children under 8 years, or those with mobility impairments.
Look out for the Etna Touring mobile office near the service center
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
