Mount Etna: Soft Trekking in the Recent and Old Lava Flows
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Etna Volcano: Geological Excursion on Active Volcano
Product ID: 32793
Spend a half-day discovering geological features of the Etna volcano including lava streams, volcanic caves, and craters. You’ll take a hike to see the features of a recent lava flow, and enter a volcanic cave to learn how tunnel flows are created.
About this activity
Duration 4 hours
Printed or mobile voucher accepted
Instant confirmation
Live tour guide
English, Italian
Pickup included
Pick-up at 09:30 in the Riposto area Pick-up at 09:30 in the Zafferana Etnea areaFree cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts
Experience
Highlights
- Hike along a trail on Etna to see a recent lava flow
- Enter a volcanic cava to see how a tunnel flow is built
- Observe a volcanic crater from inside and outside
- Taste locally made products
Full description
Start out your Etna excursion on a low-to-medium-difficulty geological trail, where you’ll be able to observe the features of a recent lava flow.
This unique 4-hour tour of the volcano begins with a pick-up at your accommodation. There are 2 departure options: the Zafferana/Riposto area, and Taormina.
You’ll have the opportunity to enter a volcanic cave to see how lava creates a tunnel flow. This type of cave is the result of the fast cooling of the lava, creating a crust of thermal insulation that keeps the internal temperature of the lava as high as 1,000 degrees Celsius.
Next, see both the exterior and interior structure of a volcanic crater. Craters are created by explosive volcanic activity that produces ash and builds a cinder cone.
Before returning to your accommodation you’ll enjoy a free tasting of typical local products.
This unique 4-hour tour of the volcano begins with a pick-up at your accommodation. There are 2 departure options: the Zafferana/Riposto area, and Taormina.
You’ll have the opportunity to enter a volcanic cave to see how lava creates a tunnel flow. This type of cave is the result of the fast cooling of the lava, creating a crust of thermal insulation that keeps the internal temperature of the lava as high as 1,000 degrees Celsius.
Next, see both the exterior and interior structure of a volcanic crater. Craters are created by explosive volcanic activity that produces ash and builds a cinder cone.
Before returning to your accommodation you’ll enjoy a free tasting of typical local products.
Includes
- Insurance
- Helmets with head lamps (for volcanic cave visit)
What’s Not Included
- Lunch
- Tickets for the cable way, museums, adventure parks and anything else not included in the item "what's included"
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- Wheelchair users
Prepare for the activity
Important information
Not allowed
- Pets
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
• If weather conditions are not good or there are potential hazards, the tour may be canceled
• This option only includes pick-up from the Catania area. For pick-up outside of the booked option extra charges will apply
• This option only includes pick-up from the Catania area. For pick-up outside of the booked option extra charges will apply
From US$ 56.29 per person
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| Service | 4.3/5 |
| Organization | 4.0/5 |
| Value for money | 4.0/5 |
| Safety | 4.3/5 |
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Product ID: 32793
Etna Volcano: Geological Excursion on Active Volcano
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