From Linguaglossa: Mount Etna Alpine Skiing Guided Tour – Sicily, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Reach the top of Mount Etna on alpine skis and explore various volcanic features like the central crater. Take in beautiful panoramic views of Sicily, visit the volcanological observatory, and enjoy being immersed in nature and fresh air on this daytime alpine ski tour.

Start the tour at Piano Provenzana, ascend along the slopes of the area, towards Monte Dagalotto, and finally reach the North-East crater after a possible break in Piano delle Concazze.

Visit the summit craters and if the weather is clear take in breathtaking views. Arrive at the Pizzi Deneri volcanological observatory.

Visit the central crater, which is divided into Bocca Nuova and Voragine, the South-East Crater, and the North-East Crater, and admire a magnificent panorama of a large part of eastern Sicily, particularly the Ionian coast, and, if the weather permits, up to Calabria and the Aeolian Islands.

Continue in the direction of Piano delle Concazze, the Pizzi Deneri volcanological observatory, where you will make a short stop and from where the magnificent descent along Etna’s north side begins, towards the tourist center of Piano Provenzana, which will serve as the itinerary’s endpoint.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Breathe fresh air and immerse yourself in nature while exploring Mount Etna
Ascend and descend the volcano with an experienced volcanological guide
Visit the central volcanic crater, divided into Bocca Nuova and Voragine
Start and end the tour in the busy tourist center of Piano Provenzana
Admire gorgeous panoramic views of eastern Sicily from the summit

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