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Etna, Craters of the 2002 Eruption Trekking Experience


Guide Vulcanologiche Etna Nord


See one of the most beautiful attractions on the north side of Etna on a guided trek. Explore the forest, lava streams, eruptive fractures, and the massive craters that destroyed Piano Provenzana.


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Embark on a guided trek along Mount Etna's north side. Discover the craters at the summit, wander through the forests, stare in awe at the lava streams, and admire the eruptive fractures.
Begin the trekking route along the dirt road that leads from Piano Provenzana to the summit craters of the volcano. Make a stop to see the ruins of the Hotel dell Betulle, the only visible structure that stands from the lava flow that occurred in 2002.
Along the route, take the time to visit and study several volcanic morphologies, all related to a series of eruptions that have occurred overtimef on the north side of Etna.
In particular, the flank eruptions have left the most evidence, especially the last one, which threatened the city of Linguaglossa. See the structures called Hornitos, which means, small over, and go up along the cinder cones.
Once at the summit, look over the edge of the craters and go down inside a sandy channel to get back to the starting point.



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Duration 3 hours

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from €36.00 per person
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About this experience

Highlights
  • See the products of the most powerful eruption in recent years
  • Enjoy the magnificent view of the eruptive theater and the Calabrian Coast
  • Feel connected with nature as you learn about the volcano's history
  • Set off on an educational excursion suitable for everyone
  • Admire the volcanic landscape away from large groups of tourists
  • Includes
  • Official Volcano Guide
  • Insurance in case of accidents
  • Transport service from your accommodation to the starting point of the excursion
  • Trekking sticks
  • Parking ticket (3€ for the whole day)
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Trekking shoes (to rent on the spot at authorized rentals at a cost of € 5 per pair)
  • Windbreaker
  • Gloves or hats (especially in winter, spring, and autumn)
  • Snowshoes during the winter months (December, January, February, and March) are to be rented on-site at a cost of 12 € per person
  • Not suitable for
  • Children under 6 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • People afraid of heights
  • People with vertigo
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People with epilepsy

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