Etna by MTB Half Day
Explore Mount Etna by MTB in just half a day
Tour information
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Type
- Bicycle
- Languages
- Italian, English
- Departure from
- ETNA SOUTH
- Departure time
- 12:30, 13:00
- Price
- from € 75 per person
01. Description
Meeting point: piazzale Rifugio Sapienza 1.900m a.s.l. at 1:00 PM, start at 1:30 PM
Visiting Etna on a mountain bike is a unique experience that will give you the chance to see uncontaminated landscapes, among ancient lava flows and old craters, passing through oaks and pine trees woods.
This ride is suitable for less trained adults and children with some experience in mountain biking. Our guides will easily take you to the first stage of the Altomontana track.
The climate of our region makes it possible for us to organize tours all year long.
Etna Altomontano trail
- Difficulty: Medium
- Total distance: 27.82 km
- Difference in height uphill: 710 m
- Difference in height downhill: 710 m
- Duration: about 3.00 h
ℹ️ From November to March, bike tours will only be offered as private experiences, upon request, and may be unavailable due to weather conditions.
The duration and itinerary may vary depending on the group’s characteristics, environmental conditions, and other external factors, always with the aim of ensuring the best possible experience and maximum safety.
02. Recommended equipment
Tennis shoes / Water / Fruit or protein snack
The fee includes
- Certified MTB guide
- Bike and helmet rental
On request: SPD pedals
The fee does not include
- Additional price for private tours
- All that is not specified under “the cost includes”
03. Tour Program
3 hours
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Meeting point
At Rifugio Sapienza hotel/restaurant
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Start
The route will start from Piano Vetore 1,700 m asl
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Stop
At rifugio Galvarina
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Stop
At rifugio Poggio la caccia
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Lava flow cave
Visit of the cave of Monte Nunziata
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Return
At the initial meeting place
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