Etna: summit craters trekking with volcano guide 3350mt

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Etna: summit craters trekking with volcano guide 3350mt

About This Experience

A trek from Ashàra's info point at Rifugio Sapienza, by cable car and 4x4 to 2,800 m, then about two hours on foot to the summit craters, with a volcano or alpine guide, boots and a helmet.

The sections below quote the operator's own listing. Where it says "we" or "us", that is the operator, so send questions such as dietary needs to them through your booking.

In the Operator's Own Words

Gaze at the world below from the summit of the highest volcano in Europe
Take a walk on the rim of the summit craters and capture incredible photos
Pass through a lava channel and trek across breathtaking, lunar-like landscapes
Take a trilling journey 2,500 meters above sea level via cable car
Learn more about the volcanic history and geology with your Alpine guide

What's Included

✓ Hiking tour
✓ Volcano or Alpine multilingual guide
✓ Hiking boots
✓ RCT insurance
✓ Rock helmet
✓ Walking sticks

Not Included

Cable car and 4X4 Jeep tickets (65 EUR per person, payable on the spot, cash only)
Food and water

Good to Know

Cable car and 4x4 jeep must be paid cash on spot (65€ per person)
If summit craters are prohibited due to strong/high volcanic activity, the tour will undergo changes and continue to the maximum altitude using only cable car (54€ per person)
This hike is suitable for moderately trained hikers used to walk in sandy or uneven terrain, and the technical difficulties of the hike may increase or vary depending on current conditions.
At the discretion of our volcanological Guides, the hike can undergo changes due to weather conditions, environmental factors (wind/gas, snow/rain), or possible volcanic activity
To ensure your maximum safety, we may also need to make changes to your planned itinerary, modifying the time or meeting points/side. For this reason, please always stay updated and in contact with our customer service, so you can receive any updates promptly.
Wear the listed items and bring a spare T-shirt, jacket, backpack (10-20 liters), water, snacks and a packed lunch