Etna E-MTB Tours
the experience on Etna in E-MTB
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The tour capable of satisfying everyone’s needs, thanks to the two options designed for you at a single price.
This Etna E-MTB tour (with E-MTB light assistance) is designed for those who want a Mountain Biking experience immersed in the paths of the fantastic Etna volcano.
If you book the Basic version and your technical and physical abilities allow it, you will have the possibility to continue and transform the tour into Advanced, in fact, once you arrive at the Galvarina hut, the guide in charge of the service may advise you continue and modify your tour from Basic to Advanced, at no additional cost.
Etna E-MTB excursion on the Altomontana side lasting approximately 2 hours (maximum altitude approximately 1.900 mt), with a stop at the Galvarina hut.
Description of the Tours
Starting from Piano Vetore (approximately 1.750 mt) we will head by E-Bike towards the Pista Altomontana (south of Etna) through a lava dirt road that is easy to travel and without major differences in altitude; subsequently we will stop at the Galvarina hut (approximately 1.850 mt) to enjoy the last views before returning on our trail.
Round trip identical trail.
Length: 12 km
Level: Basic path, technically easy to access with normal cycling preparation
Path: Medium/Easy, 100% Offroad
Period: All year round depending on the snow on the paths
Starting from Piano Vetore (approximately 1.750 mt) we will head by E-BIKE towards the Pista Altomontana (south of Etna) through a lava dirt road that is easy to travel and without major differences in altitude; subsequently we will stop at the Galvarina hut (approximately 1.850 mt), after the stop we will go down a very long sandy dirt road towards Mount Leporello, where among woods and old lava flows the E-MTB adventure will become more daring thanks to the paths interspersed between unique climbs and lava trails. The tour will end after a final technical climb towards Piano Vetore, the same starting point of the Tour.
Length: 18 km
Path: Medium difficulty, 100% Offroad
Period: All year round depending on the snow on the paths
Included/Extra
- Certified MTB guide
- E-MTB light assistance (FLAT pedals)
- Helmet, backpack, windbreaker
- Bottle of water (500ml)
- Energy drink (500ml)
- Cereal snack
- RC insurance coverage
- MTB-SPD pedals (only on request)
- Pick-up/shuttle service from your Hotel or from our Meeting Point
For other extra services or customizations, please contact us.
We recommend: Technical/sports clothing suitable for Mountain Bike riding, trekking/tennis shoes, gloves, sunglasses or cycling glasses, sun cream (summer period).
In the summer period we recommend bringing additional water (at least 1 liter), snacks or fruit.
Sicily Bike Tourist Service, remembers that these tours, thanks to the help of E-Bikes, are the simplest thing that can be done, but, since they are still off-road, it is always necessary to have a minimum amount of Mountain Biking preparation.
Prices
1 participant
exclusive booking of the Tour
from 2 to 6 participants
exclusive booking of the Tour
Discount of €5.00 per person, with a minimum of 2 participants, applicable exclusively to online bookings (via email or WhatsApp) at least 30 days in advance of the date chosen for the tour.
IMPORTANT: The prices indicated above do not include pick-up service (bookable exclusively as an extra), the departure for this Tour is from Piano Vetore (Nicolosi), Etna Sud, where you will find: Guide, bike and all the necessary equipment.
Not included: Everything that is not specified under “Included in the price”
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