Traditionally called Mungibeddu by the locals, between affection and fear, Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe symbol par excellence of the region. A place of history, legends and traditions that enchants hikers who choose to discover its characteristics. If you are an adventurer looking for new experiences, here are some of the places usually inaccessible to independent visitors to discover Etna as you’ve never seen it before.
Lava tubes, Valle del Bove, summit craters and much more
The volcano embraces a large portion of territory characterized by a heterogeneous landscape. Due to its danger and difficulty of exploration, many of the places that are part of it are closed to the majority of the public who decide to visit it, but which, with the right means, and the guidance of expert connoisseurs, become jewels to be discovered. Etnamoving offers a private tour that guides you to discover the different scenarios of Etna, discover qui il nostro percorso. A journey through the different scenarios, from forests, to the desert landscape of lava flows, expanses of volcanic sand interspersed with craters and depressions, up to the summit to enjoy the panoramic view of the summit craters, embracing the whole city of Catania and its province, the Ionian Sea and part of the Italian peninsula. A tour off the beaten track through sandy canyons and lava tubes to enter the meanders of the volcano on a path between the past and an ever-changing present.
Bove Valley
A majestic place that has contributed to making Etna, since 2013, UNESCO heritage.
A breathtaking and varied panorama that expands for kilometers. With a difference of about 900 meters, the Valle del Bove is identified with one of the essential places to see in the exploration of the volcano. A large basin with a characteristic horseshoe shape, formed by depressions and minor peaks, with a morphological singularity deriving from its history to be discovered and observed.
Summit craters
A journey up to the maximum height allowed, to discover the recent lava flows still smoking, browsing through the bowels of the central crater and admiring the southeast and northeast craters, surrounded by a panorama that embraces the Sicilian east coast, the Aeolian Islands and Calabria. In the period of greatest volcanic activity you will also have the opportunity to witness the song of Etna and experience the emotion of an eruption seen up close. Usually, in fact, during eruptions, access to the summit part of the volcano is restricted to a few workers. Accompanied by expert guides, with 4×4 vehicles, it will be possible for you to reach otherwise inaccessible places and which will allow you to have a front row seat to a spectacle of nature. An immense reserve of hidden places, an ever new and different experience, many ways to visit it…Are you ready to experience Etna like you’ve never done before?
