sunset
see how great the nature
Daily departures from Piano Provenzana with off-road vehicles towards an altitude of 2800m. Surrounded by the amazing landscape at the base of the North- East Crater, we go for a short trek up to the panoramic point known as Punta Lucia. Here we feast our eyes with the magical sunset, the breathtaking views of Sicily, the Aeolian Islands, and the outstanding view of the constant active craters. We return to the vehicles on foot (less than 1km) so we go back to base to Piano Provenzana. (Visibility varies according to weather conditions)
Meeting point scheduled at Etna Nord Excursions
Departure from Piano Provenzana, 1800mt by 4x4 vehicles.
Start of the trekking trail to Punta Lucia
Sunset view
Trekking downhill to the starting point
Minimum altitude of the trekking starting point 2965mt
Maximum altitude reached: 3039m
Total Climb uphill:74mt (it may vary)
Total Climb downhill 74mt (it may vary)
Total Time: 3:00 hours
Total Kilometres: 2,4 (rounded-trip)
Difficulty: T (Touristic) for Family and Kids
Price: ADULT: € 79,00
Price: CHILDREN: € 69,00
Departures scheduled every day at: 6pm (variable based on the month)
Long Trousers and warm jacket
Trekking shoes
Layered outfit (shorts-sleeves t-shirt, long sleeved or thermal t-shirt)-(It may vary according to the season).
Windbreaker or down jacket
Hat and gloves (according to the temperature)
Water-minimum 0,5Lt
Snack
Possibility of renting shoes /jacket on site
The trekking doesn’t require great physical preparation, however attention is required as it is on volcanic soil often inconsistent and unstable.
The excursion could be subjected to variations at the discretion of the Guides, or it could be interrupted in case of changes of the environmental, climatic or volcanic conditions, so as to undermine the safety of the entire group.
The total time of the trekking trail will depend on the general pace.
The excursion will be carried out according to the limits laid down by the ordinance in force.
The route is also suited for children over 2 years old.
The route consists of the ascent and the walking along the crater edges, this may cause dizziness to susceptible individuals.