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Level
Intermediate
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Age
7+
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Distance
10km
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Altitude
+300mt -1400mt
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Start
08:30 (The exact time will be confirmed the evening before)
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Duration
5 hours
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Meeting point
Rifugio Sapienza – AITNE Office (inside Terrazza dell'Etna Restaurant)

After leaving the cable car station (2500m), we’ll climb to the top of the Montagnola (2640m) where we’ll be able to enjoy the great view of the summit craters.

Just below the top of the Montagnola there is a volcanic sand gully ,with 900 metres difference in height, which descends into the Valle del Bove. The route winds its way between vertical walls on which you can see layers of age old eruptive centres and lava dykes.

We’ll then hike along the foot of the valley over the 1991-93 Pāhoehoe(ropy surface) lava field to then come out of the valley through some beautiful beech woods.

Inclusions

  • Guide
  • Shoes
  • Helmet
  • Windbreaker jacket
  • Backpack
  • Trekking poles
  • Insurance

Exclusions

  • Cable car (€ 54)
  • Food
  • Water

Extras

  • Packed lunch on request
  • Pick-up on request

Important Info

The tour may be subject to change due to bad weather conditions or an increase in volcanic activity.

Price refers to a group of minimum 5 people, otherwise contact us for a personalized quote.

Not suitable for

Asthmatics Heart patients People with joint problems

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Valle del Bove
Valle del Bove
Valle del Bove

Getting ready for the tour

Clothing and Footwear

  • Hiking boots with good grip
  • Layered clothing to adapt to temperature changes
  • Windbreaker or K-way (provided if needed)
  • Gloves and hat (especially in colder months)

Recommended Gear

  • Trekking poles (provided if needed)
  • Lightweight backpack for personal belongings
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen for UV protection
  • Headlamp (if the tour includes cave exploration)

Food and Hydration

  • At least 1.5L of water per person
  • Energy snacks or packed lunch (if required for the tour)

Optional Accessories

  • Camera or smartphone to capture breathtaking views
  • Binoculars for observing the landscape and local wildlife

All equipment provided by the organization, such as hiking boots, trekking poles, and helmets, is included in the tour when specified.