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Mount Etna's Craters from 2002 Guided Tour

Name: Mount Etna's Craters from 2002 Guided Tour
Brand: Headout
SKU: 15173
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Get a sense of the power of nature on this tour as you visit one of the most active volcanoes in the world, Mount Etna!

Highlights

Discover the outcome of the most powerful volcanic eruption in recent years.
Mount Etna, Europe's highest and most active volcano, has the longest history of eruptions.
Trek from Piano Provenzana to the summit craters of the volcano with this experience, and marvel at the magnificent lava displays.
Fun Fact: Etna was added to UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites in June 2013.

Inclusions

Guided trek at Mount Etna
Hiking shoes
Telescopic trekking poles
Helmet

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

On the night of the 26th and 27th of October 2002, because of the violent paroxysmal activity of the volcano on the northern slope of Linguaglossa, several earthquakes took place. This led to Etna's reawakening after a 15-month respite. All of Piano Provenzana and its tourist buildings were submerged by the flowing lava, and several roads were ripped apart. This was the devastating effect of Mount Etna's eruption.

On this tour, you will start from Piano Provenzana. Make your way to the very craters from which the most important eruptions took place over the last few decades. You will get to pass by the flow from these craters a few meters away along a path that runs next to the lava channel. Spectacular is an understatement here. See the magma mass that invaded and destroyed the ancient Ragabo Pine Grove, too. From here, you will head back to Piano Provenzana.

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Please note: This excursion is absolutely prohibited for people with heart problems and asthmatics.

Additional information

Recommended equipment: Closed shoes, an anti-wind and anti-rain jacket, hat, backpack, and layered clothing for the various temperatures that are possible to find during the excursion.
You can avail of round-trip ascent and descent by a 4x4 vehicle at an extra cost on-site.

Timings

Tue, Thu & Sat: 10am onwards

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.
Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your experience to avoid any delays.