The tour of the four craters
The itinerary is articulated along the entire southern slope of the Volcano and is of considerable geo-volcanological interest DA. Starting from the meeting point "La Baita" at about 1900 m. you cross the lava flows of the eruptions of 2001, 02 and 03, which during the eruptive event partly destroyed the existing tourist infrastructure on the southern side of the Volcano as well as threatened the town of Nicolosi. Continuing you will visit the so-called "ABYSS", cave where ancestors tried to conserve snow. Further on you will pass by the Small Crater south - east to reach an altitude of 2100 m. where you can admire the BUTTON CRATERS, named so for their particular morphology. After the visit to the Craters mentioned above, you will go down a descent of volcanic sand very fun, where you can admire a splendid view of the Ionian Coast.
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The tour of the four craters
What's included in The tour of the four craters
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Mount Etna
Starting from the meeting point "La Baita" at 1900 m. you cross the lava flows of the eruptions of 2001, 02 and 03, which during the eruptive event have partly destroyed the existing tourist infrastructure on the southern side of the Volcano as well as threatened the town of Nicolosi. Continuing you will visit the so-called "ABYSS", cave where ancestors tried to conserve snow. Further on you will pass by the Small Crater south - east to reach an altitude of 2100 m. where you can admire the BUTTON CRATERS, named so for their particular morphology, originated during these eruptions and whose lavas are characterized by the presence of sedimentary rock inclusions. After the visit to the Craters mentioned above, you will go down a descent of volcanic sand very fun, passing to the slopes of Calcarazzi Craters, where you can admire a splendid view of the Ionian Coast. Return to the starting point.
Inclusions
- DA hiking equipment : Helmets, boots, jackets and poles
- Meals
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 45 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Arrived at the Piazzale di Etna Sud, you will find a single parking lot where you can see the Service Center, our meeting point is located exactly opposite, right inside the parking lot marked DA white stripes.
Meeting / End Points
- Arrived at the Piazzale di Etna Sud, you will find a single parking lot where you can see the Service Center, our meeting point is located exactly opposite, right inside the parking lot marked DA white stripes.
