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Stromboli + Aeolian Islands
Stromboli will be the main center of interest of the helicopter flight over the Aeolian Islands (together with Vulcano and Lipari), you will see the summit craters and volcanic activity up close.
- Flight over Vulcano and its smoking crater.
- Visit to Lipari, to discover the cliffs and pumice stone quarries.
- Flight over Salina and Panarea.
- Overflight of Stromboli to see its eruptive activity, the Sciara del Fuoco and Strombolicchio.
Helicopter tour of Stromboli and the Aeolian Islands
Our powerful Eurocopter EC130 helicopter climbs faster than the others (AS350), takes off further and at a lower altitude. The EC130 helicopter can carry up to 6 passengers with 2 seats in the front. Each participant has a headset to hear the pilot or guide.
Etna3340 offers you to visit the Aeolian Islands by helicopter. The Aeolian Islands are known for their unique beauty, they are the pearls of the Mediterranean. The Aeolian Islands are part of the UNESCO World Heritage. The itinerary includes a helicopter tour of the Aeolian Islands, with a focus on Stromboli, Vulcano and Lipari.
The 360-degree discovery of the volcanic islands allows you to observe the grandeur of the Aeolian Islands archipelago. The EC130 helicopter can carry a maximum of 6 people, with 2 seats in the front. Flight duration is 80 minutes. The departure is from a certified airport of Castiglione di Sicilia.
Helicopter tour of Stromboli
The flight allows you to discover the morphology of the volcanic building of Stromboli. You will see the different vents, which have characterized its evolution and the eruptive units generated. Stromboli is an explosive volcano and its eruptions occur on a regular basis. This activity consists of intermittent bursts of medium energy, lasting a few seconds, spaced approximately 10-20 minutes apart.
The eruptive activity is associated with the almost continuous degassing of the crater area. The volcanic edifice has a height of 926 meters above sea level and a depth between 1300 and 2400 m below sea level. Due to its intermittent eruptive activity, Stromboli is defined as the lighthouse of the Mediterranean. Looking at it from afar at night, sailors would see a flashing light useful for direction finding.
Since 1900 AD, the artificial light of the Strombolicchio lighthouse has been added to the natural glow of the lava. Strombolicchio is a small rock north of Stromboli. Strombolicchio, the remains of an ancient volcanic chimney, is located a few hundred meters north-east of the island of Stromboli. The islet houses an uninhabited and automated marine lighthouse.
Helicopter tour of the Aeolian Islands
The Aeolian Islands are the result of a series of volcanic eruptions. Eruptions have occurred over the millennia. The Aeolian Islands are the emerged part of submarine volcanoes. This complex geological structure is about 200 km long. The Aeolian Islands form an archipelago made up of seven islands. The archipelago is located in the Tyrrhenian Sea, north of the Sicilian coast. In addition to the islands, it includes five completely submarine volcanoes, islets and reefs that emerge from the sea.
The islands take their name from the god Aeolus (Àiolos, ολος in ancient Greek), king of the winds. According to Greek mythology, Aeolus settled on these islands. Eolo lived in Lipari. In 2000 the Aeolian Islands received the title of World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It includes two active volcanoes, Stromboli and Vulcano. If you wish to visit Etna in addition to the Aeolian Islands, the supplement is 400€. In this case the flight will be 90 minutes and the fare will therefore be €3700.
Lipari is the largest island in the Aeolian archipelago
The human presence in the archipelago dates back to a very ancient period. Prehistoric men were certainly attracted by the presence of large quantities of obsidian. Glassy substance of volcanic origin, thanks to which the Aeolian Islands were at the center of flourishing trade routes.
Panarea is the smallest and lowest island
It is also the oldest of the micro-archipelago, it is located between Lipari and the island of Stromboli, on a unique submarine base.
Alicudi is the westernmost of the Aeolian Islands archipelago
It is located about 34 nautical miles (almost 63 km) west of Lipari. The beaches on the island are pebbly and rocky. Winter storms push the beaches back and forth, sometimes leaving behind patches of black sand.
Filicudi is the fifth largest island of the archipelago
It is the second westernmost island of the archipelago (after Alicudi). Located about 24 nautical miles west of Lipari. Dominated by Monte Fossa Felci, an extinct volcano 773 m high.
Vulcan and the forges of Hephaestus
According to mythology, the forges of Hephaestus, god of fire and blacksmith who had the help of the Cyclopes, were found on this island.
Salina is the most fertile island of the Aeolian Islands and is rich in water
We cultivate precious grapes from which we obtain Malvasia. Malvasia is a sweet and caper-tasting wine exported all over the world. Information To take good photos, I recommend wearing black clothes, so there will be less glare on the helicopter window. 2 people can sit in front, next to the pilot. Flight may be affected by weather conditions and volcanic activity. These natural events can change the flight plan. The pilot will choose the best route accordingly. The day before the flight I contact you to check the weather and the geodynamic conditions of the Sicilian volcanoes. There is no guide on board, nor a transfer from your hotel (available on request, separate quote).
- Flight duration: 80 minutes.
- Maximum altitude: 2000m.
- Eurocopter EC130 6-seater helicopter, 2 in front.
- We advise you to request a volcanological guide on board, to better understand the environment you see from the helicopter, at an additional cost of 150€ overall.
- Upon request, we can book the hotel directly near our heliport and organize your transfers to and from the heliport hotel in a luxury VTC vehicle (Mercedes GL or V-Class) with a dedicated chauffeur.
- We recommend flying in the morning, for best visibility, or in the afternoon about 2 hours before sunset.
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
VAT IT05705930872
Tax Code NSTSLL66R44E017U
SCIA No. 202201051028-2391190 of 05/01/2022 – SUAP Municipality of Ferrara
Civil liability insurance: Lloyd’s DY087999-LB
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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
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