E-Bike Etna Summit

Introduction

We have specially created this new Short alternative with a lower total altitude difference (1740mt ↑↓), fewer kilometers and a maximum reachable altitude of 2500mt. All this, to make the experience easier and within the reach of all E-MTB lovers.

The kilometers and the difference in altitude will be able to satisfy the expectations of those who want to experience an equally unique and spectacular experience by E-MTB, with scenarios that only high altitudes can offer.

The Short Experience, unlike the Classic one, can also be booked by a single participant (always with exclusive booking).

Path

E-Bike Experience, starting from Piano Vetore, Etna South (approximately 1.750 mt). We will ride in the direction of the Etna cable car, where the first climbs await us to conquer the Etna volcano by E-MTB.

The first part of the path will be characterized by a not particularly challenging climb with colorful scenery and open spaces. Once this trail is over, an E-Bike transfer on asphalt, of about 2 km, awaits us and will take us towards the Etna cable car (south side).

This will be the moment when the tour really comes to life; the majestic craters, lunar landscapes and breathtaking views will accompany us on one of the most fascinating and challenging sandy climbs you've ever done. We will continue our ride through steep hairpin bends with little grip that will lead us to conquer the south side of Mount Etna, where you will be able to admire the volcanic cones at an altitude of 2500mt, the magnificent lava flows and lunar valleys that surround these areas.

For the return to Piano Vetore we will use again part of the path used for the outward journey.

IMPORTANT: Even the Short version, is not an experience suitable for Mountain Biking newbies.

Difficulty: 3 out of 5
Duration: 3 hours
Length: 19 km
Total altitude difference: 1740
Ascent: 870
Descent: 870
Path: Medium/High, 75% Off Road
Period: All year round depending on the snow on the paths

Prices

1 Participant: €95 (exclusive booking of the Tour)
From 2 to 6 Participants: €70 (exclusive booking of the Tour)

1- There is no visit to the central crater, please note that the maximum altitude reachable for this E-Bike experience is 2750 above s.l., as it is only allowed to authorized volcanological guides to exceed this limit.

2- Please note that this tour is subject to various factors, such as volcanic eruptions and adverse weather conditions.

In the case of volcanic eruptions, by order of the Prefect, the area is closed with the impossibility of reaching an altitude of 2750 mt; in some cases access is allowed up to 2500 mt of the Rifugio Bar Funivia dell'Etna, but, depending on the circumstances, sometimes this possibility is also excluded, in the latter case it is necessary to cancel the tour.

In the case of adverse weather conditions, it must be considered that it becomes risky to reach high altitudes, furthermore even a simple wind at high altitudes becomes a factor to be evaluated with extreme delicacy. Last but not least, the snow cover on the paths at high altitude must always be considered, which could make the experience impossible.

For all the factors mentioned above we recommend booking this tour in the summer period. However, our possible cancellation of the tour in the summer and in the winter period must be taken into consideration due to the factors specified above and above all due to volcanic eruptions.

Naturally, we will take care of offering you other alternatives before proceeding with the cancellation of the tour and any refund of the advance paid due to climatic or eruptive factors.