Trek & Hike Mount Etna

From $220

Trek up the side of Mount Etna, Europe's largest volcano, on a thrilling hike you'll never forget.

In a Jeep, you’ll go over winding roads, first through Zafferana (a beautiful Baroque village), then to the base of Mount Etna — about 5900ft/1800m above sea level. Through a gate, you’ll exit the vehicle and, with a guide, continue on foot, where you’ll ascend rocky slopes and a ridge where lava streams into a depression known as the Valley of the Ox. Look out over the Gulf of Catania to admire the volcano — where you are now standing — plunging out of the gorgeous blue water below.

Energy Level

Duration

5 Hours

Type

ENERGETIC

Accessible

Shore Thing Highlights

By Jeep, you will drive to/from Zafferana, a village along the slopes of Mount Etna, to begin your trek
See the caldera — known as Valle del Bove or Valley of the Ox — a horseshoe-shaped depression that collects streams of lava
View the stunning volcanic landscapes and the Gulf of Catania while walking along Mount Etna’s slopes
Ascend 6500ft/2000m above sea level — first during your drive, then continuing on foot

Need to know

Approximately 1-hour 15-minute drive to/from the bottom of Mount Etna from the port
Approximately 2-hours of trekking/hiking
Price is per Sailor; 5 Sailors per vehicle
Sailors should expect long periods of walking and standing
This Shore Thing is strenuous as it includes hiking
Sailors must wear suitable clothing and footwear for this activity (hiking, biking, trekking, rappelling, ziplining, yoga, etc.)
Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors

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Trek & Hike Mount Etna

Trek up the side of Mount Etna, Europe's largest volcano, on a thrilling hike you'll never forget.

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