Trek to the “Grotta di Serracozzo” cave on Mount Etna from Rifugio Citelli (Half-day)

Join Alfio, a certified mountain guide to explore the famous Grotta di Serracozzo cave on Mount Etna in Italy.

Group

1/2 Day

Mar - Oct

High

Intermediate

Highlights

* Hike to the famous lava tunnel of Grotto of Serracozzo.

* See massive crater depressions which emit smoke and dust.

* Trek to Belvedere di Serracozzo for exceptional vistas of Valle del Bove.

Description

Join me on this fascinating trek to the Serracozzo cave on Mount Etna in Italy. You will not only see massive crater depressions which emit smoke and dust but also hike to an unmissable viewpoint to gorge on splendid vistas of Valle del Bove on this half-day trip.

Grotto of Serracozzo(1840m) is a popular lava flow tunnel which was created in 1971 because of an eruption. It was formed on the active stratovolcano of Etna on the east coast of Sicily.

We will begin and end our trek in Rifugio Citelli( 1740 m). After the initial briefing, we’ll head on a trail that leads through a beautiful forest. Here, you will spot many unique plant species like the birch. Moving forward, we will come across numerous channels of melting snow water. It will be a magnificent sight indeed! A further walk of about 1 and a half km takes us to the valley of Grotto of Serracozzo. And once you reach there and see the tunnel, it will be a spectacle like no other!

You will definitely be impressed to see the inside of this underpass filled with sulfate. From there, we’ll climb up to the viewpoint of Belvedere di Serracozzo(2100 m) to witness spectacular views of the Valle del Bove and other summit craters.

After creating some unforgettable memories, we will traverse sandy canals to get back to the starting point, ending this remarkable trip.

So, what are you waiting for? Send a message now to join me on this memorable trip to Grotta di Serracozzo on Mount Etna.

Looking for some other adventures in Italy? I also guide this trek to the Mount Etna summit craters via the north side.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Price details

Price per person. Minimum of 4 people required. Includes: Helmet.

Details

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Departure time: 09:30 AM /11:30 AM Kindly arrive 30 minutes before departure.

Also, please do not forget to bring along: Packed lunch Layered clothing Trekking shoes Jacket

Meeting point

Rifugio Citelli

FAQs

What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?

We understand that finding the perfect place to stay is an essential part of your adventure experience. To help you with this, we’ve curated a list of three highly recommended hotels that offer comfort, convenience, and a touch of local charm. These accommodations are well-suited for adventurers looking to relax and rejuvenate after an exciting day of exploration

Hotel Sole Mare Gela Italy

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Hotel Royal Palace Gela Italy

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La Fenice Hotel Gela Gela Italy

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About the guide

Alfio

Mountain Guide

Languages

Italian | French | English

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