Excursion Etna at sunset
Afternoon excursion to Mount Etna
Description
After meeting our expert guide, you will embark on a fascinating experience focused on nature and the authentic flavors of the region.
The first stop will take you to a farm, where you’ll immerse yourself in the scents and tastes of local tradition with a tasting of honey, extra virgin olive oil, and other typical products. This will be a unique opportunity to savor local delicacies that tell the story and culture of the area.
The afternoon will continue with an adventure to explore a lava flow cave: equipped with helmets and torches, you will venture into this captivating natural environment, formed by ancient volcanic activity. The guide will lead you along the path, explaining the cave's formation and sharing intriguing details about the volcano's geology.
Next, you will reach Rifugio Sapienza, located at an altitude of 1,920 meters, where an unforgettable walk will begin. Accompanied by your guide, you will explore one of the stunning Nature Trails of the Etna Regional Park, an itinerary surrounded by extraordinary landscapes. Walking among lava flows from the most recent eruptions and observing the famous Silvestri Craters, formed during the 1892 eruption, you will witness up close the power and beauty of Europe’s most active volcano.
At the end of the excursion, a breathtaking spectacle awaits you: sunset on Mount Etna. The warm colors of the sun dipping below the horizon, combined with the grandeur of the volcanic landscape, will give you with a unique and unforgettable emotion.
Finally, you will return to the original meeting point, your heart filled with wonder and unforgettable memories of this extraordinary experience on Mount Etna.
Recommended equipment
Windbreaker / Tennis shoes / Water / Hat and sunglasses.
The fee includes
Shuttle bus (return) / Multilingual guide / Trekking shoes (on request) / The kit for visiting the Cave / Sampling
The fee does not include
All that is not specified under “the cost includes”.
CATANIA - 15:45
Prezzi Individuali
TAORMINA - 16:00
Prezzi Individuali
Tour Program (7 ore circa)
Pick-up
At the chosen accommodation or meeting place
Durata: 15 minutes
Partenza: 15:45
To the Volcano
After crossing the border of the city you will start the ascent towards Etna, crossing some of the characteristic Etnean villages.
Durata: 45 minutes
Partenza: 16:15
Lava flow cave
Before arriving at the Rifugio Sapienza, the guide will make a stop at one of the most suggestive lava flow caves of the Etna Park
Durata: 30 minutes
Partenza: 17:15
Etna Nature Park
Once you reach an altitude of 2000mt our guide will lead you along a suggestive trekking path and together you will wait for the sunset
Durata: 3 hours
Partenza: 18:00
Sampling
During the route, will be made a stop at an organic farm where you can enjoy a selection of local products.
Durata: 30 minutes
Partenza: 16:45
Return
The tour will end at the pick-up location.
Durata: 45 minutes
Partenza: 21:15
from € 51 per person
- Admire the magnificent landscapes
- Culture and learning guaranteed
- Local guides
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