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Etna Family Tour: Explore Volcano Craters!

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Overview

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Overview

Quotes Logo Etna Family Tour takes you on a memorable adventure through Etna Park, exploring the fascinating Sartorius Crater Buttonholes. This nature-filled experience is perfect for families wanting to discover the wonders of Mount Etna.

What can visitors expect? They will travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan to the base of the craters. Here, participants will get to walk to the top of a side crater, learning about how these impressive formations were created by volcanic eruptions. Witness the amazing colors and textures of the lava flows and pyroclastic material.

The tour includes an authorized guide, insurance throughout the tour, trekking poles, wind jackets, backpacks, helmets, and lamps. Lunch is not included. Quotes Logo

Highlights

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Explore Etna's Craters: See the amazing Sartorius Crater Buttonholes up close.

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Comfortable Ride: Travel in a safe and comfy air-conditioned minivan.

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Learn About Volcanoes: Discover how Etna's eruptions shaped the landscape.

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All Gear Included: Trekking poles, jackets, backpacks, and helmets are provided.

Sentiment Analysis

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Customers generally enjoyed the tour, praising the knowledgeable guides and comfortable transportation. Some felt rushed or desired a more strenuous activity. Quotes Logo

  • Positive Highlight Icon Customers enjoyed the guides and they were very informative.

    Positive Highlight Icon They thought the vehicles were comfy.

    Positive Highlight Icon Tour guides were punctual and provided helpful information.

  • Negative Highlight Icon Some customers felt like not enough time was spent at the stops.

    Negative Highlight Icon A few people wished for a more challenging hike.

The Journey

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Sartorius Crater Buttonholes

Ascend to the Sartorius Crater Buttonholes, a breathtaking trail starting at 1660 meters above sea level. This spectacular route plunges into a magical forest of 'Betula aetnensis,' the Etnean birch, found nowhere else in the world. Traverse the crest of seven distinct craters, immersed in a landscape shaped by a vast lava field from a century and a half ago. Navigate volcanic rocks and slabs, return through the enchanting birch forest, and discover a panorama that showcases Etna's powerful volcanic history and unique biodiversity, making it an essential hike for nature enthusiasts and geology buffs alike.

Know Before You Go

This Etna Family Tour includes insurance for the duration of the tour, an authorized guide, air-conditioned vehicle, trekking poles, wind jackets, backpacks, helmets, and lamps. Lunch is not included. This tour uses a comfortable and safe 6 seater Toyota, Nissan or Mitsubishi or 7 seater Mercedes minivan with regular NCC approval and an authorized driver with professional qualification certificate.

Hot Tip

Wear layers, as the weather on Etna can change quickly. Also, bring some extra snacks and water, especially if traveling with kids.

From €80 Price

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