Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Etna and Alcantara River Tour. Explore dormant craters, lava flows, and native plants on Mount Etna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, relax by the stunning Alcantara River with its sandy shore and basalt columns. Safety measures in place.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Etna and Alcantara River Tour. Explore dormant craters, lava flows, and native plants on Mount Etna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, relax by the stunning Alcantara River with its sandy shore and basalt columns. Safety measures in place.
- Nicolosi - on the way you will see the village of Nicolosi which is situated at the feet of the Volcano Etna. It’s from here that in 1669 started a huge eruption which destroyed villages and in part the city of Catania. From Nicolosi to Rifugio Sapienza (1900m a.s.l.) you will see an amazing lunar landscape surrounded by lateral craters, lava flows and a huge basalt mine, everything mixed with a native vegetation
- Nicolosi - on the way you will see the village of Nicolosi which is situated at the feet of the Volcano Etna. It’s from here that in 1669 started a huge eruption which destroyed villages and in part the city of Catania. From Nicolosi to Rifugio Sapienza (1900m a.s.l.) you will see an amazing lunar landscape surrounded by lateral craters, lava flows and a huge basalt mine, everything mixed with a native vegetation
- Pickup and Transfer service from Catania
- Etna Guide
- Alcantara River Ticket
- Pickup and Transfer service from Catania
- Etna Guide
- Alcantara River Ticket
- Food and Drink
- Food and Drink
The initial segment of this excursion takes you to a collection of dormant, flank craters located at an altitude of 2000 m. Breathtaking scenery awaits, adorned with craters, lava spills, volcanic ash, and a rich diversity of plant life, much of which is indigenous to this region. This entire ecosystem is preserved under the massive Etna Natural Park, a…
The initial segment of this excursion takes you to a collection of dormant, flank craters located at an altitude of 2000 m. Breathtaking scenery awaits, adorned with craters, lava spills, volcanic ash, and a rich diversity of plant life, much of which is indigenous to this region. This entire ecosystem is preserved under the massive Etna Natural Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2013.
The tour’s second segment involves a trip to the Alcantara river, where you can unwind and absorb the picturesque landscape including a petite sandy beach, crisp and cool waters, and towering basalt columns, remnants of previous eruptions.
Our tour personnel, including guides and drivers, are officially licensed as per Italian regulation. Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we adhere to all recommendations provided by WHO and the Italian Government in order to ensure your wellbeing.
• Pick-up and transfer service, commencing from Catania at 8:30
• A guided overview from 1900m to 2000m a.s.l.
• An immersive visit to Alcantara river
• Expected return to Catania by approximately 17:30
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
