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Special excursion on full moon nights
It is an atypical partly nocturnal excursion, which approaches the summit area of Etna, with no one around and in total silence (only you and the Etna volcano).
The excursion includes the crossing of a lava channel, the excursion on a hot crater near the summit and the view of the Valle del Bove (large depression and center of the former Etna summit).
- Ascent by cable car to reach a hot crater.
- Sunset view.
- Dinner on the Etna volcano.
- Night excursion with full moon to the summit of Etna.
- Night in a tent (equipment provided) in the volcanic desert.
- Sunrise view, the sun rises from the Ionian Sea.
- Descent on volcanic sands.
Ascent of the summit area of Etna with full moon
Night excursion as in the times of the Grand Tour. The excursion to reach the summit area, which takes place partly at night, makes this trek an unusual and particularly exciting experience. You will see the sun set, the shadow of Etna projected on the Ionian Sea. The excursion takes place at night, in the light of the full moon, in the volcanic desert. The sun rises from the Ionian Sea and gradually illuminates the Etna volcano starting from its summit.
The Etna volcano will make you enjoy its steep slopes, adorned with huge craters and evidence of the ancient Cyclops. Admirers of volcanoes, your erudite genius will be satisfied when you observe Sicily all spread out at your feet from the summit area of Etna. This great adventurous excursion, partly by night, is the reference for experiencing the true exploration experience of the Etna volcano as in the days of the Grand Tour, from the end of the Middle Ages to the 18th century. Etna awaits the curious inquirers of nature, to closely admire the powerful effects of its wonderful volcanic phenomena according to the ancient route.
Ascent to the summit of Etna at night
Night excursion to the summit of the Etna volcano, as in the times of the Grand Tour of Sicily. Sicily was, from the 15th to the 19th century, an exclusive and essential destination for the adventurous journeys of young aristocrats, men of letters and artists from all over Europe. Traveling to Sicily at the time had an irresistible flavor of adventure, since the difficulties of the journey and the risks to one's safety were an obstacle to discovering the beauty of the island, the majesty of the ancient monuments and volcanic nature.
The great adventure of climbing to the top of Etna at night was a real challenge due to the difficulty of the route, the volcanic dangers and the bandits present in the wooded area at the time. The Grand Tour in Sicily included, among other things, a visit to the main cities such as: Messina, Taormina, Catania, Syracuse, Agrigento, Selinunte, Monreale, Palermo, Cefalù, as well as the ascent of Etna.
The Etna volcano represented an almost obligatory (but difficult and ambitious) destination for those arriving in Sicily. The ascent to the summit area of Etna that we propose here takes place according to the "Mōs Maiōrum", (literally "custom of the ancestors"), which designates the way to visit the Sicilian volcano according to ancestral values. This special excursion is an unusual challenge and represents the ancestral tradition of the real visit to Etna, by night in the manner of the ancients. At the time, the visit to the Etna volcano began from the birthplace of Etna: the volcanic cliffs of Acitrezza (place of the legend of the Cyclops) and with a visit to the medieval castle of Aci Castello (at the foot of the Etna volcano).
The starting point of the ascent was Catania (Palazzo Biscari, Monastero dei Benedettini or Castello Ursino), to reach one of the gates of Etna (Nicolosi) and the wooded area. The afternoon began the adventure towards the top of the volcano to reach the desert volcanic area.
What to expect from this excursion on Etna?
Participants must be able to walk on steep volcanic terrain (a mixture of rocks and volcanic sand). The excursion offers participants a walk in complete silence and with no one around (just you and the Etna volcano). The maximum altitude that can be reached depends on the conditions of the route (snow cover), meteorological conditions (fog, rain, risk of lightning or thunderstorms) and geodynamics of Etna on the day of the excursion.
"Full Moon Nights" special event on the Etna volcano
How does this great adventure of visiting Etna take place? What could be more exciting than watching the sun go down, having dinner on the volcano in front of its peak, then taking a night hike on the craters of Etna under a full moon. At night you can observe the Moon, stars, planets and constellations with a small telescope. The meeting point is at 3.00 pm at La Cantoniera (Etna Sud), near the cable car. We will reach a hot crater of Etna, to see the sun go down.
After dinner we take a hike in the light of the full moon. Returning to base camp to sleep, we wake up before dawn to see the sun rise from the sea. After breakfast, we descend to the foot of the cable car, walking on fine and deep volcanic sand.
- 12 km trekking.
- The difference in height uphill is about 1000 meters D+ and about 1000 meters downhill D-.
- Dinner + 1 night + breakfast + pocket lunch.
- Excursion + guide + cable car tickets without waiting at the cash desk + free rental of equipment (tent, mattress, sleeping bag, backpack, poles, k-way, trekking shoes, helmet, torch).
Pour accéder au refuge Sapienza, situé sur le versant sud de l'Etna, vous avez la possibilité d'emprunter le bus de l'AST (Azienda Siciliana Trasporti).
Ce dernier part de la gare centrale de Catane à 8h du matin et arrive au bar restaurant La Cantoniera, sur le versant Sud de l'Etna, à 10h.
C'est ici que le guide vous attendra pour débuter l'excursion.
Le retour vers Catane est prévu aux alentours de 16h, mais il est conseillé de vérifier les horaires exacts à l'avance.
Ce moyen de transport est une solution économique et pratique pour rejoindre notre guide et participer à l'excursion sur l'Etna Sud.
La situation géodynamique de l'Etna évolue en fonction de l'activité imprévisible du volcan et les restrictions concernant les zones autorisées pour les excursions évoluent aussi souvent.
Je vous tiendrai au courant à temps pour vous informer des conditions météorologiques et de l'activité volcanique.
Je vous enverrai une mise à jour par mail la veille de votre excursion, concernant les conditions météorologiques et géodynamiques de l’Etna. Veuillez lire attentivement ce mail et toutes mes communications.
Dans l'excursion en groupe, il faut s'adapter au rythme de la personne la plus lente, donc l'atteinte de l'altitude et des kilomètres maximaux n'est pas garantie. En revanche, avec l'excursion privée, vous pouvez ajuster le rythme selon vos capacités sportives.
Oui, le guide se réserve le droit de modifier entièrement l'itinéraire, l'altitude maximale et d'autres aspects en fonction des conditions météorologiques, géodynamiques et du niveau des participants.
Nous fournissons un casque, une lampe torche, des bâtons, un sac à dos et un k-way gratuitement.
Oui, les chaussures de randonnée montantes sont obligatoires. Si vous n'en avez pas, elles sont disponibles à la location pour 5€ la paire. Veuillez indiquer vos pointures 24 heures avant l'excursion.
Outre les chaussures de randonnée, vous devez avoir des guêtres ou chaussettes hautes, un pantalon de randonnée, un pull/polaire, une veste chaude imperméable, des gants, un bonnet, une casquette, de la crème solaire, des lunettes de soleil et un piquenique avec 1 litre d'eau par personne.
Il est essentiel d'être en parfaite santé sans problèmes de santé majeurs. Les personnes asthmatiques ou enceintes ne peuvent pas participer. Veuillez nous informer à l'avance de toute condition médicale ou allergie.
En cas de conditions défavorables, l'excursion peut être annulée ou reportée. Si vous ne pouvez pas déplacer la date, vous serez intégralement remboursé.
Oui, les frais d'annulation varient selon le type d'excursion et le délai d'annulation. Les détails sont spécifiés dans nos conditions de vente.
Oui, il est recommandé de réserver votre excursion à l'avance. Ceci assure la disponibilité de votre place et permet une organisation optimale, surtout pendant la haute saison touristique.
De plus, la réservation préalable nous permet de vous fournir toutes les informations nécessaires et de préparer l'équipement adéquat pour votre aventure sur le volcan.
Si l'Etna entre en éruption, la sécurité de nos participants reste notre priorité absolue. Le jour précédant votre excursion, je vous fournirai une mise à jour complète sur les conditions météorologiques et géodynamiques de l'Etna.
En cas d'activité éruptive, je m'efforcerai de proposer un itinéraire et des horaires adaptés pour essayer d'observer l'éruption à une distance de sécurité.
Cette adaptation sera effectuée en tenant compte de toutes les mesures de sécurité nécessaires.
En cas d'impossibilité d'assurer une observation sûre ou si les conditions l'exigent, l'excursion pourrait être annulée.
Vous serez informés en temps utile pour prendre les mesures appropriées.
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Terms and Conditions. Etna Excursions
1. Purpose
These terms and conditions apply to the excursions organised by Etna3340 on Mount Etna, in Sicily.
Any booking implies full and unconditional acceptance of these terms by the client and by each registered participant.
2. Booking and payment
The booking becomes effective only after written confirmation from Etna3340 and receipt of full payment, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
The client undertakes to provide accurate and complete information regarding all participants (identity, health, physical level, equipment).
3. Prices and included services
Prices, included and excluded services, as well as the detailed description of each excursion, are stated on the website etna3340.com or in the quote sent by e-mail.
Only the services explicitly described as “included” in the programme or in the quote form part of the service.
Any additional element constitutes an optional or extra service.
4. Medical fitness and client responsibility
The client warrants that all participants are in good general health and are physically and psychologically fit to take part in a mountain hike on an active volcano, at altitude and on unstable terrain.
Etna excursions are not suitable for people who suffer, even mildly or in the past, from heart or respiratory diseases, high blood pressure, asthma, diabetes, severe allergies, neurological disorders, significant bone, ligament or joint problems, a tendency to cramps, psychological or psychiatric disorders, nor for pregnant women.
Any medical condition, medication, physical limitation or psychological disorder must be disclosed to Etna3340 before booking. In case of doubt, the client must seek medical advice before confirming participation.
5. Mandatory equipment
For safety reasons, appropriate technical equipment is mandatory.
High-cut hiking boots are required.
Low shoes and sneakers are not permitted.
The volcanic terrain features deep ash, sharp rocks, steep slopes and unstable areas.
If the equipment does not comply, the guide may refuse access to the excursion, without refund.
The client undertakes to comply with the list of mandatory equipment indicated in the excursion description (suitable footwear, high socks, technical clothing, protection against cold, humidity and wind, water and food, etc.).
6. Safety, active volcano and itinerary changes
Dates, times and itineraries may be changed depending on availability, weather conditions, volcanic activity and organisational needs.
Etna is an active volcano.
Volcanic activity, weather, wind and trail conditions may change quickly and without notice.
Safety takes precedence over any other objective (altitude, distance, craters to reach, duration).
The guide reserves the right to modify, shorten, postpone or cancel the excursion, to change side, itinerary, altitude or schedule at any time if weather, geodynamic conditions or the participants’ real level require it.
These decisions are discretionary and non-negotiable.
No compensation is due if the planned route cannot be completed for safety reasons or due to external conditions beyond the control of Etna3340.
7. Cancellation by the client. Etna Excursions
Any request for cancellation must be sent by e-mail from the address used for the booking.
The date on which the e-mail is received shall be binding.
If the cancellation occurs more than 30 days before the excursion date, the amounts paid will be refunded, minus a flat fee of €100 per booking, corresponding to administrative, management and seat-blocking costs.
If the cancellation occurs 30 days or less before the excursion date, or in the event of a no-show at the meeting point, no refund is due, regardless of the reason (unless mandatory legal provisions provide otherwise).
Any request to change the date is treated as a cancellation followed by a new booking, unless otherwise agreed in writing by Etna3340.
8. Cancellation or changes by Etna3340
Etna3340 may cancel or postpone an excursion in case of adverse weather conditions, volcanic activity deemed incompatible with safety, restrictions by the authorities, technical problems or any other safety-related reason or force majeure.
In case of cancellation by Etna3340 without a rescheduling solution accepted by the client, the amounts paid for the excursion will be refunded within a maximum of 30 days by bank transfer.
This refund constitutes the only possible compensation.
9. Informed consent and acceptance of risks. Etna Excursions
By booking an Etna excursion with Etna3340, the client and each participant declare that they have read and understood the full description of the activity, including duration, difficulty, terms of sale, included and excluded services, required equipment and safety warnings.
Participants confirm that they are physically and technically able to take part in the excursion, that they are in good health, without allergies of any kind, without heart, respiratory or blood pressure problems, and without significant bone, joint, muscle, diabetic, cramp-related or neurological issues.
They confirm that the information provided to Etna3340 regarding their health, equipment and physical condition is accurate and complete.
They acknowledge that they have been informed of the risks associated with activities on an active volcano, including the possibility of injury, material damage and, in extreme cases, death.
They declare that they have received sufficient explanations from Etna3340 or its guides, have been able to ask all desired questions and have obtained clear and understandable answers.
They undertake to follow the safety instructions, to respect the group and not to take individual initiatives without first informing Etna3340 or its guides.
They accept that Etna3340 and its guides may modify or cancel the programme for safety reasons, weather conditions, volcanic activity or in light of the health, capacities or equipment of the participants.
They acknowledge that Etna3340 and its guides cannot be held liable for accidents, except in cases of duly proven gross negligence.
By taking part, they voluntarily accept all risks inherent in a mountain activity on an active volcano.
A separate consent and risk acceptance form may be presented and signed on site before departure, in addition to these terms.
10. Punctuality
The meeting time and place are confirmed by e-mail.
The guide will wait a maximum of 15 minutes after the agreed time, after which the excursion will start.
In case of late arrival or absence of the client, no refund is due.
11. Animals
Animals (dogs and others) are not allowed on Etna excursions, unless expressly agreed in writing.
12. Personal data and payments
Etna3340 respects the confidentiality of personal data.
The information provided by the client (identity, contact details, data necessary to organise the activity) is used solely for booking management, invoicing, customer relations and compliance with legal obligations.
This data is neither sold nor transferred to unauthorised third parties.
Online payments are made via secure systems using SSL or equivalent encryption protocols.
13. Applicable law
These terms and conditions are governed by Italian law.
Any dispute will, in the absence of an amicable settlement, be submitted to the competent courts of the place where the agency has its registered office.
Legal notice and contact details
Etna3340.Voyage di Isabella Francesca Anastasi
Travel Agency & Tour Operator
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Registered office: Via Del Commercio 48 (interno 13), 44121 Ferrara (Italy), by appointment only
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Technical director: Dr. Daniela Vecchiato
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