
2002 Crater Excursion - Northern Etna
The tour to the craters of 2002 is one of the most sought after destinations and chosen by tourists on the northern side of Etna, far from the large mass of…
Operated by Guide Vulcanologiche Etna Nord
Overview
The tour to the craters of 2002 is one of the most sought after destinations and chosen by tourists on the northern side of Etna, far from the large mass of visitors. This tour allows you to savor the authenticity of the Etna volcanic environment in total tranquility. Our guests accompanied by guides will be accompanied on a visit to the remains of the tourist infrastructures destroyed by the lava flows of the great eruption of 2002, through woods, lunar landscapes and finally on the edges of explosive craters, all in a path of just over 4.5 km roundtrip. Possibility to rent boots + jacket on site. Program: Meeting scheduled at Piano Provenzana (Etna Nord) at 9:45 am. Departure from Piano Provenzana at an altitude of 1800 meters at 10:00. Initial briefing. Beginning of the trek. Visit to the eruptive fractures up to a maximum altitude of 2100 meters. Trekking descent to the starting point. Total duration: 3h Difficulty: T (Tourist). Also suitable for children used to walking
What’s included
- Accident insurance
- Volcanological guide authorized in accordance with the law
Not included
- Bottled water
- Hiking shoes (to rent on site at authorized rentals at a cost of 5 - 7€ per pair)
- Hat and gloves (especially in winter, spring and autumn)
- Trekking poles
- Pickup service from your accommodation
- Parking ticket (€5 for the entire day on weekdays and €8 on Sundays and public holidays.)
- Snowshoe rental (winter period) at a cost of 15 € per person to be paid on the spot
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