Expérience insolite avec Antonio qui est le meilleur guide jamais rencontré !
Nous ne nous sentions pas touristes avec lui mais presque en randonnée scientifique accessible aux adultes et enfants !
Parfait ! Merci Antonio pour les connaissances et les expériences partagées.
Les enfants et moi même se sont bien amusés !
Même si nous avions du mal à vous trouver pour le lieu de départ car pas de réseau là haut !
Sophia rando etna
Excursion to the hot lava, summit area
Touch the hot lava near the summit, travel through a hot crater, observe active volcanic phenomena and walk in the volcanic desert.
If you are a family with sporty children (over 8 years old) with this excursion you can easily climb a hot crater and see the peak of Etna up close.
Highlights
- Group up to 10 people maximum.
- Excursion to hot craters and hot lava in the volcanic desert.
- View of the Valle del Bove and crossing of a lava channel.
- You will see the summit craters of Etna and the recent lava flows.
Description
Ascent to the base of Etna by cable car
The excursion of about 9 km with 400 m of difference in height + - on the southern side of Etna is dedicated to sportsmen who wish to witness active volcanic phenomena.
The ascent to the hot crater is done by cable car and on foot. You will arrive close to the summit of Etna, an unforgettable memory! Do you want to visit the Etna volcano and dream of easily climbing as high as possible? This excursion is for you! The excursion takes place in the morning in the volcanic desert dotted with pyroclastic material, craters and lava flows (some hot). You will see (volcanic activity permitting): the base of the summit craters, the Valle del Bove, a still hot crater and boiling lava. This excursion is an exciting sporting adventure, an excursion into the volcanic desert of Etna. The exclusive path offered by Etna3340 allows you to discover a hot crater near the base of the summit of Etna. The climb to the top of the still hot crater takes place in groups of up to 12 people. The collection can be made at the bar / restaurant "La Cantoniera", near the Rifugio Sapienza (South Etna), at your place of accommodation (Catania / Taormina area).
Ascent to Etna from the south side with the cable car
The road leading to the cable car has several lava flows. You will see the destructive effects of lava on houses (volcano eruption in 1983). You will see the crater of Mont Rossi from the great eruption of 1669, during this famous eruption the lava had reached the sea in Catania. Lunar landscapes begin, the higher you climb, the less vegetation there is.
Excursion to the hot areas of South Etna with the cable car
To climb to the base of the summit of the largest and most active volcano in Europe, use the cable car located near the Silvestri crater and the Sapienza refuge (South Etna). With the cable car you get to an altitude of 2500 meters. The ascent continues, allowing volcanic activity, walking up to 2850 meters above sea level (area of the base of the summit craters). This hike allows you to walk over still-warm craters and hot lava from 2022, allowing for volcanic activity. The Etna volcano has hundreds of craters on its sides. Our volcanologist guide will explain the eruptive history and how the Etna volcano works. At 3000 meters above sea level you will appreciate being able to get close to the great craters of the Summit (the Bocca Nuova, the Central Crater and the South-East). It is possible to observe the possible eruptive activity, the great “Valle del Bove” (theater of recent eruptions), the panorama of the Mediterranean and the Italian coast.
3000 m excursion by cable car from the top of Etna Sud
The climb near the base of the summit craters of Etna is an excursion suitable for young and old sportsmen (over 8 years).
See the Valle del Bove
The path continues towards the horseshoe-shaped Valle del Bove where most of the lava flows converge. The view is breathtaking in these volcanic places. The return to 1900 meters will be done by cable car or on foot.
How to reach Etna if you don't have a car?
To reach the Sapienza refuge, on the southern side of Etna, you can take the AST bus (Azienda Siciliana Trasporti) which leaves in front of the central railway station of Catania. The bus leaves at 8 from Catania in front of the central train station, arrives at the La Cantoniera restaurant bar on the southern side of Etna, meeting with the guide at 10 am and leaves for Catania at 4 pm. This way you can easily and very cheaply join our guide to join the Etna South excursion. Your guide will meet you when you get off the bus.
Geodynamic situation of the Etna volcano
At the moment it is not possible to climb Mount Etna to the top due to the risk of eruption. The limit of the excursions is currently 2850 meters above sea level. The situation changes from day to day depending on the unpredictable activity of the Etna volcano and the restrictions on the areas allowed for excursions also often change. If the summit area opens up during your stay in Sicily, we can change our route and get closer.
Etna South Tour with guide
Book your excursion to the top of Etna with Etna3340. The exclusive itinerary proposed allows you to discover the hot areas of the volcano, otherwise inaccessible without an official guide. The visits are carried out by our French-speaking alpine guides of the Regional College of Alpine and Volcanological Guides of Sicily, the only professionals authorized by Italian law to lead groups on the active volcano.
Etna tour without guide
To go to the summit area it is necessary to book the services of a volcanological guide, it is forbidden without a guide. The excursions are free up to 2500 meters above sea level. Take the cable car only (about 30€ / person), then walk up to the maximum authorized altitude. As for the southern side of Etna: with your vehicle you can reach the Sapienza Refuge, at 1900 meters above sea level. There are unattended paid parking lots, bars, restaurants, hotels, souvenir shops and…. many people.
Here is the departure of the cable car which, in about 15 minutes, reaches an altitude of 2500 meters. At the exit of the cable car there are large 4x4 Unimogs to reach an altitude of 2750 meters in groups of 20-30 people. The visit of these craters is carried out in groups of 20-30 people with the volcanological guides that you will find at the exit of the 4x4 bus. The easy group walk takes about 40 minutes, the guides are multilingual.
The descent must be done with the 4x4 bus, then with the cable car. It is forbidden to walk without a guide above 2500 meters above sea level on the volcano. The price is about 70€ per person (cable car + Unimog 4x4), for a total duration of about 2 hours of visit in all, in the midst of the crowd of tourists.
Equipment provided free of charge: helmet, torch, poles, backpack and raincoat.
To participate in excursions on Etna, mountain boots are required.
If you don't have them, you have to take them or rent them. The price for the rental of trekking shoes is 5€ per pair with Etna3340. Tell me your sizes (women and men) no later than 24 hours before the excursion. Your guide will bring you your shoes on the day of the excursion.
Equipment required but not included.
Mid-calf gaiters or socks (to limit volcanic sand in shoes). Trekking pants, jersey / fleece, warm waterproof windbreaker jacket with hood, gloves, hat, cap to protect your head from the sun, sunscreen, sunglasses. Plan a picnic and water in advance (1.5 liters per person).
Included in tour
The excursion of about 9 km with 400 m of difference in height + - on the southern side of Etna is dedicated to sportsmen who wish to witness active volcanic phenomena.
Recommended formula
- Dinner + 1 night + breakfast + pocket lunch.
- Excursion + Guide + cable car tickets + free rental of equipment (helmet, backpack, k-way, poles).
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Questions/Answers
Comment rejoindre l'Etna si vous n'avez pas de voiture?
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.
Situation géodynamique du volcan Etna
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.
Comment serai-je informé des conditions de l'excursion ?
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.
Quelle est la différence entre l'excursion en groupe et l'excursion privée ?
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.
Le guide peut-il modifier l'itinéraire de l'excursion ?
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.
Quel matériel est fourni gratuitement ?
Nous fournissons un casque, une lampe torche, des bâtons, un sac à dos et un k-way gratuitement.
Les chaussures de randonnée sont-elles obligatoires ?
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.
Quel équipement dois-je apporter ?
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.
Quelles sont les conditions pour participer à l'excursion ?
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.
Que se passe-t-il en cas d'annulation de l'excursion ?
En cas de conditions défavorables, l'excursion peut être annulée ou reportée. Si vous ne pouvez pas déplacer la date, vous serez intégralement remboursé.
Y a-t-il des frais d'annulation ?
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.
Dois-je réserver mon excursion à l'avance ?
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.
Que se passe-t-il si l'Etna entre en éruption ? L'excursion sera-t-elle annulée ?
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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Conditions of sale and cancellation
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
VAT IT05705930872
Tax Code NSTSLL66R44E017U
SCIA No. 202201051028-2391190 of 05/01/2022 – SUAP Municipality of Ferrara
Civil liability insurance: Lloyd’s DY087999-LB
Guarantee fund “Vacanze Garantite” 2021121121AT
REA FE 225682 – ATECO 79.11.00 Travel agency – ATECO 79.12.00 Tour operator
Registered office: Via Del Commercio 48 (interno 13), 44121 Ferrara (Italy), by appointment only
Agency affiliated to the “Gruppo Info Vacanze” network
Technical director: Dr. Daniela Vecchiato
Our formulas
Customer reviews
5/5
Randonnée Etna avec Antonio
Sophia K
Date de l'expérience : 10/2024
5/5
Une expérience incroyable
Belle explication de la part de Sophia sur l’histoire et la science de l’Etna.
Belle montée et avons admiré le coucher du soleil sur un des sommets.
WoW ! Moment grandiose et silence absolu.
Moment magique marqué à jamais …
Nous étions seul au monde, aucun autre groupe ou touristes… re wow !
Par contre, attendez vous à un enjeu possible de vertige pour ceux sensible… de plus, à noter qu’il peut vraiment faire froid, donc ne pas négliger gant et bonnet….
Mais encore une fois , ce fut une expérience inestimable pour notre voyage… un MUST…
Julie P
Date de l'expérience : 10/2024
5/5
Ma plus belle expérience randonnée
Une expérience unique !
Un cadre exceptionnel bien évidemment, le lever du soleil sur la mer est juste magique à cette altitude, pas un seul bruit, personne si ce n'est juste le groupe. Waouh !!
Merci à Antonio et à Sofia, nos 2 guides passionnés, compétents et bienveillants qui nous transmis leurs connaissances tout au long de la randonnée.
Randonnée à ne surtout pas manquer si vous allez en Sicile.
Laurence
Date de l'expérience : 09/2024
5/5
Etna le magnifique
Nous avons vécu une randonnée exceptionnelle.
A couper le souffle .Paysage grandiose vu magnifique.
Avec 2 guides qui vous racontent l'Etna avec passion.
Merci encore à vous 2.
Christian S
Date de l'expérience : 09/2024
French-speaking guide
