Mount Etna Sunset Tour - SunsEtna from Taormina

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Location Etna North - East

Altitude 1800/2000 mt.

Duration 6-7 hours

Difficulty Light to Medium

Departure From Taormina and surrounding areas (Giardini Naxos, Castelmola, Letojanni). For those coming from other places, we'll organise meeting points.

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Pick-up (Taormina and Nearby Area)

We will pick you up outside/nearby your accommodation in Taormina or in its close vicinity (depending on the accommodation’s location, we will organize a convenient meeting point) between 2.30 and 3.30 PM. Each of our minivans can accommodate up to 8 participants.

Guided trekking at 1800 – 2000 m. - Etna North

It takes about one hour to arrive on Etna North to our camp base. First, you will stop to get to know better the guide and the itinerary; you will also take the needed equipment for the hike. Then our expert naturalistic guide will take the lead and walk you through ancient woods and extinct craters; he will introduce you to the spectacular volcanic phenomena occurred over time. The walk will be your chance to learn about the typical and unique flora of Etna North the many facts related to the volcano. While marvelling at the beauties of Mount Etna, you will enjoy the amazing atmosphere and colours of the sunset; you will hear all about the folks of Etna, their traditions and customs. The trekking part will last 1,5/2 hours.

Volcanic Cave

We will then provide you with helmets and torchlights; as you get in the volcanic underground, you will visit one of striking volcanic caves of our volcano. During this part the guide will explain origins, characteristics and uses of the of this fascinating volcanic phenomenon.

Snack

Finally, we will offer you a delicious snack; you will flavour a tasty snack with typical products, local wine and a dessert.
Depending on the availability we will stop either in a winery or in a chalet of the Etna North area.
Vegan/vegetarian/gluten-free options are available upon request.

Drop-off

At the end of the Mount Etna Sunset Tour, at around 8.30/9.30 PM, the guide will drop you off at the starting point.

Included in the booking

Naturalistic English-speaking guide (geologists, volcanologists, forestry-experts or agronomists); pickup and transport, snack, insurance and equipment.

Languages

English and Italian. Spanish and French are available upon request, if informed with adeguate notice

Requirements

This activity is suitable for people of all ages with good health conditions. We don’t recommend participation to those who are not in a good state of health, especially to those suffering from cardio-respiratory conditions.

Itinerary changes

The itinerary might be subjected to variations due to factors such as weather conditions and/or if deemed necessary. *Pick-up and drop-off schedule may vary according to sunset time.

From: 85,00€

per person

The fascinating colours of the sunset and the marvellous experience of seeing the lights changing, all while immersed into the typical Etnean vegetation: this Sunsetna tour will take you to the discovery of the amazing naturalistic aspects of Etna. The 2-hour-long walk at dusk at about 1800/2000 meters of altitude with the company of an expert local naturalistic guide will be the chance to learn about the volcanic phenomena and to see ancient lava flows and craters. You will explore the volcanic underground, fully equipped, and will learn about its formation and functions. Finally, you will get a filling snack paired with local wine right before getting back in the late evening.

Please note that this tour is only available in Summer (June to September). Moreover, its departure and return time may vary from day to day, as it is affected by the effective sunset time as well as by weather and lighting conditions: a typical condition of the Summer months is the presence of cloud banks, especially in the early afternoon hours, which could cause rain. This, however, should not affect the tour’s performance; our staff will give you instructions about it.