Excursion to 3000 meters from Etna South
Among craters, fumaroles, and breathtaking views
Guide Price
€50
€45 under 12
Time
9:00 AM
Departure
Duration
5/6h
Approx.
Difficulty
E
For hikers
Booking Required
Daily departures from May to November. A minimum of 6 participants is required.
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Description
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Trekking to 3000m
Starting from an altitude of 2500m (Cable Car arrival), the trek winds through the craters of the most recent eruptions. We will visit the Laghetto Crater (2001), the Cisternazza (1792), and the Belvedere on the Valle del Bove. We will reach the Barbagallo Craters (2002) at 3000m, touching the still-hot fumaroles with our own hands, before starting the descent.
Schedule
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Detailed Schedule
- 8:30 AM: Meeting at the Rifugio Sapienza square (1900m).
- 9:00 AM: Briefing and purchase of cable car tickets.
- ~9:30 AM: Arrival by cable car at 2500m and start of the trek.
- ~12:00 PM: Reaching 3000m at the Barbagallo Craters.
- ~12:30 PM: Start of the descent on foot to 2500m.
- ~2:00 PM: Return to the cable car station.
What's Included
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Included in the Price (€50)
- ✓Authorized Volcanological Guide
- ✓Insurance in case of accidents
- ✓Rental: Helmet, Poles, Shoes, Jackets, Backpack, Socks
Not Included
- ✗Cable Car Ticket R/T (€52)
- ✗Snowshoe rental (€15, if needed)
- ✗Lunch, Water, Snacks
Equipment
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Mandatory
- → Packed lunch
- → Water (min. 1.5L per person)
- → Layered clothing
- → Long trousers
- → Hiking shoes
- → Windbreaker / down jacket
- → Gloves and hat
Recommended
- → Snacks, Raincoat, Backpack
- → Sunglasses, Sunscreen
- → Spare T-shirt and socks
Warnings
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Read carefully
- Physical Effort: Not recommended for those who are not used to physical activity. A fair level of fitness is required.
- Health: Not recommended ⛔️ for those with cardiovascular, respiratory, or hypertension problems.
- Children: Suitable for children over 12 years old who are used to walking.
- No Contact Lenses: Ash and gases can cause irritation.
- Pregnancy: Not permitted for pregnant women past their third month.
Good to Know
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Useful Information
In case of adverse weather, the excursion may be canceled or postponed. You will be notified as soon as possible.
Payment is made on the day of the excursion directly to the guide. No advance payment is required (except for agencies or groups).
In case of many requests, participants will be divided into smaller groups with different guides.
