ETNA 2900 MT AND 2002 CRATERS

Etna 2900 starts from Piano Provenzana, one reaches an altitude of 2,900 meters by traveling with off-road vehicles along a high-mountain track, carved among suggestive expanses of lava and volcanic sand along the fracture that opened during the 2002 eruption.

You will reach an altitude of 2,840 meters, where there is the vulcanological observatory of Pizzi Deneri. From this point, the ascent on foot begins along a path surrounded by volcanic scoria and bombs. The total ascent is 300 meters until reaching a panoramic point at an altitude of 2,900 meters. With good weather, you can see both the “Leone” valley and the “Bove” valley, as well as the majesty of the Northeast and Southeast craters.

Details of the route:

• Departure provided: Everyday from Piano Provenzana.
• Total kilometers (round-trip): 25 km (it may vary)
• Maximum altitude reached: 2900 mt.
• Minimum altitude reached: 1800 mt.
• Positive altitude: 1100 mt (it may vary)
• Difficulty: EASIEST A hike that is generally suitable for anyone who enjoys walking.
• Reccomanded clothing: the mountain requires specific clothing and accessories. trekking shoes and anoraks are recommended (these can also be rented at piano provenzana).
• Cost 69€ adults, 50€ children up to 12 years old.

This tour is also available at sunset. Cost 79 adults, 60€ children up to 12 years.

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