Ski Mountaineering with a Group on Mount Etna in Sicily (3 days)
Join IFMGA aspirant guide Marco for a thrilling 3 day ski mountaineering adventure on the famous Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy.
Group
3 Days
Feb
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Spend 3 days ski mountaineering on beautiful Mount Etna in Sicily.
- Also enjoy great ascents of Pizzi Deneri and Montagnola.
- Enjoy fantastic views and skiing on the highest volcano in Europe.
Description
At an astounding 3,340 meters, Mount Etna in Sicily is an amazing sight to behold. The highest volcano in all of Europe, its impressiveness is rivaled only by its beauty. And on this 3-day trip, you will not just get to admire the great volcano you will get to enjoy thrilling ski mountaineering on it.
The first day of this adventure will begin when you arrive at Catania. Once there, you will transfer to the Sapienza Refuge (1,910m). From there, we will climb to Montagnola (2,700m). At this point you will get to enjoy some amazing views and skiing. When evening approaches, we will take a bus to Linguaglossa, where we will spend the night in a comfortable B&B.
On the second day of the trip, we will make our way to the south crater of Mount Etna, where you can enjoy hours of amazing skiing and views before we return to the B&B at Linguaglossa.
Finally, on the third day of the trip, we will take a panoramic tour along the shoulder of Pizzi Deneri to the Citelli Shelter (1,740m). Afterwards, we will climb Pizzi Deneri (2,847m) before taking a transfer back to Catania.
Throughout this 3-day tour, you will get to see, explore and experience Mount Etna. To enjoy this amazing experience for yourself, just send me a request. I look forward to guiding you.
I can also take you ski mountaineering trip in the Brenta Dolomties on this 5-day trip.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
- The price does not include transportation, meals, guide expenses and accommodation.
- For people who do not have their own ski mountaineering equipment, you can rent what you need in Linguaglossa.
Meeting point
About the guide
Marco
4.8
(28)
Mountain Guide
My name is Marco Bigatti, nicknamed “Il Biga”. I was born in Milan, I started climbing in 2006 and since then I have not been able to tear myself away from the vertical world. I turned my passion into a job, becoming Mountain Guide in October 2017, the first mountain guide that lives all the year in Sardinia.
I experience the mountains from a 360-degree point of view. I have practiced all disciplines of climbing in the Alps: rock climbing, alpinism, ice climbing , as well as ski mountaineering.
In addition to alpinism, I love pure sport climbing, seeking out the best climbing sectors throughout the entire Alpine range. But it was in Sardinia that I found a paradise of crags, in particular in the south-west of the island, where you are able to enjoy all types of climbing throughout the year.
I offer climbing day or trips for beginners or experienced climbers who need a guide, multipitch packages for those who want to live an alpine experience, climbing courses, all-inclusive climbing holiday with accommodation in our nice B&B by the sea, guided trekking and mountain biking tours.
Certificates
UIAGM | IFMGA
What people are saying about Marco
Tzu
We had an amazing experience with Marco! He is super professional, very easy to communicate with, and took us to incredible climbing spots. Marco is reliable and made sure we could enjoy climbing in a way that felt both safe and exciting. Thanks to him, we had such a fun and unforgettable adventure. Highly recommended! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Laurent
Guide Marco was great and kept me safe and informed throughout the trip. Ok trip b/c of lighting. Also, I was tired due to allergies and this wasnt best time for me to go up. Also, after coming back home I found out that we had used the whole trail through the moraine at the bottom of the glacier when in reality a guidebook I had showed we should have the upper part of the trail on the ridge (above moraine) which would have avoided much walk in the unstable rocks. We took that part of the trail on the descent but could have used it on the way up as well, according to my guidebook on mt blanc. Probably wouldnt have changed too much but contributed to my tiredness from, in part, due to my lack of experience on moraine/rock filled trails. Overall a good experience though
William
He was extremely skilled and educated on the surrounding area and was very flexible with anything I wanted to do.
Mason
Mircea
Marco helped us get accustomed with the gear, belaying and all that and we felt safe all the way. This was our first multi pitch experience and is sure was the highlight of our trip! Hope to come again 🤗
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