Etna: Bove Valley Hiking Tour with Volcanologist Guide Etna Hiking Tour in English
ID: GYG184391-282620
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Trek to the top of ridge of the Bove Valley where you can admire the summit craters with an expert local guide. Admire the charm of the north side, including one of the most beautiful caves in the Volcano.
The park of Etna has been part of the UNESCO heritage list for several years, and it offers a thrilling trekking in a exciting path on the north side of the volcano.
Starting at an altitude of about 1 mile, at the Rifugio Sapienza, you'll catch the cablecar up to 1.5 miles above sea level. After, you'll trek to reach the ridge of the Bove Valley, an extensive depression that occupies most of the eastern flank of the volcano, where you can admire many lava flows because today it is a natural basin and protection for the villages at the bottom of the volcano.
Once you reach the ridge of the Bove valley you can observe the top of the active crater and be fascinated by the beauty of the volcano. Along the way you will encounter lunar landscapes and rich Etnei woods.
Highlights
- Discover the local flora and fauna
- Enjoy a tour of the highest volcano in Europe
- Admire the summit craters and the Ionian sea from an altitude of 1.7 miles
- Trek through a natural path in Parco dell'Etna
- Catch the cablecar on the tallest active Volcano in Europe
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please bring: windbreaker, trekking shoes, water, hat, and sunglasses.
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Sapienza Refuge, Nicolosi CT - South Etna
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
