Top Sicily Adventure Tours - page 3

Departures begin from Piano Provenzana on Etna’s wild, less-touristic north slope, where group sizes are smaller for a more intimate experience. Off-road vehicles follow a panoramic track across ancient craters and recent lava flows up to 2,825 m. From there, a 500 m uphill hike winds through volcanic bombs and scoria to the Central Crater at 3,380 m. At the summit, admire the immense, unique volcanic landscape and the sweeping views from the “roof of Sicily” (visibility varies with weather and volcanic activity). The descent retraces the route, ending with an easy walk down soft scoria channels back to 2,825 m, where 4×4 vehicles return you to Piano Provenzana.

The quad bike excursion DA Cefalù to Castelbuono is an experience between nature, adventure and culture. From the sea of Cefalù you climb to the Sanctuary of Gibilmanna and then through the Madonie trails to the medieval village of Castelbuono, with panoramic stops and tasting at Bar Fiasconaro. Duration: about 3 hours Included: briefing, quad bike (max 2 pax), guides, insurance, fuel, helmet Requirements: B licence and minimum 18 years Tips: closed shoes, long trousers, waterproof jacket.

Discover the Aeolian Archipelago on this day trip to the islands of Stromboli and Panarea from Taormina. Journey to each island by motorboat, exploring the local shops at your leisure or taking a cool dip in the sea. Afterward, cruise around Stromboli to see the island’s volcano. Keep your eyes peeled for the crater of Sciara del Fuoco, known to light up the sky with its jet-like eruptions.

Put some distance between you and the crowds and explore the trails safely on this guided off-road excursion. Explore the Alcantara Valley and the slopes of Mt. Etna, zipping through the countryside behind your guide to discover the most scenic trails and paths without the hassle of following a map. Test your driving skills as a lone driver or bring a passenger along for a tandem drive, and enjoy plenty of stops to snap photos along the way.

Discover the new way to spend your holiday in total relaxation! Immerse yourself in the most hidden and unspoilt places of the Sicilian coast. (You can visit the most beautiful bays on board the brand new catamaran) In a brand new high-end catamaran to live an exclusive experience. The service is oriented to the provision of tourist activities and caters to travelers who love the sea, the boat and the nature. Our 40 foot catamaran will host on board a maximum of 12 passengers over the crew.

ETNA & TAORMINA **ATTENTION : Tour available ONLY departing from Catania Tour not available for cruise passengers Mount Etna is the highest active terrestrial volcano in the Eurasian Plate. Its frequent eruptions throughout history have changed, sometimes profoundly, the surrounding landscape, coming several times to threaten the populations settled around it. The UNESCO Committee, has included Mount Etna in the list of assets constituting the World Heritage Site. Taormina is a famous tourist city also visited by artists, writers and intellectuals (among these stayed there Goethe and Truman Capote). Particularly loved not only for its scenic beauty and fantastic panorama, but also for its “dolce vita”, permissiveness and transgression. Punctuality, efficiency, elegance, experience and professionalism. Available to meet any customer need. Assistance throughout the tour. "Happiness is a JOURNEY, not a destination...!!!"

With the half-day Godfather tour, Dream Island will take you back in time to discover the ancient and sunny Sicilian villages chosen by Francis Ford Coppola as the setting for the film "The Godfather". The first stop is the Castello degli Schiavi, nicknamed "Villa Corleone", where you will have the opportunity to relive the famous scenes of the film, read the original documents of the production, admire photographs taken during filming, and become protagonists being immortalized with photos and videos in those same places, recreating the famous scenes from "The Godfather". The second stop is Savoca, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, where you can visit the famous Bar Vitelli, where Don Micheal Corleone asked for the hand of Apollonia. We will conclude our tour with a visit to the Church of San Nicolò, where the wedding scene between Michael Corleone and Apollonia was set. With this tour you can relive the magic of the film and discover the hidden beauty of Sicily!

Departure from Cefalù towards Castelbuono along an ancient route (off road) once used for trade, we will make several stops at spectacular panoramic points on the Madonie. Traveling along mountain roads we will reach one of the most beautiful villages in Italy "Petralia Soprana", a tour of the stone village with a medieval urban structure with characteristic narrow streets, churches and noble palaces. Petralia Soprana is the highest village in the Madonie, overlooking a wide landscape with a view of the snow-capped peaks of Etna. The adventure continues at an altitude of 1500 meters towards the locality of Piano Battaglia which is located in the heart of the Madonie massif, in a landscape and environmental context of high value. There will be numerous sightings of animals such as deer and Madonie eagles. The excursion continues towards the village of Isnello passing by the astronomical observatory. Lunch at the pin-nic with typical local products or trattoria.

Have you ever seen Taormina and Mount Etna from the sea? Have you ever swum in crystal clear waters? On board the boat the staff will take you to discover enchanted places such as the bay of Spisone, the Isola Bella nature reserve of Taormina and the Gulf of Giardini Naxos with the backdrop of the volcano Etna. During the excursion we will stop in one of the bays of the place where you can do snorkeling activities, sea scooters, SUP boards and much more. In addition, the staff will delight you with an aperitif enriched with soft drinks, delicious local specialties and Sicilian products. After the tour you will return to the starting point. "Extra information" : If you choose sunset tours (5pm), you can participate with the activity of “DOLPHIN WATCHING or DOLPHIN SIGHTING”. Tours and timetables : - Morning 10am - Afternoon at 2pm - Sunset with dolphin search 5pm Experience open to all. Maximum occupancy: 12 persons Minimum participants required 4

The tour to the craters of 2002 is one of the most sought after destinations and chosen by tourists on the northern side of Etna, far from the large mass of visitors. This tour allows you to savor the authenticity of the Etna volcanic environment in total tranquility. Our guests accompanied by guides will be accompanied on a visit to the remains of the tourist infrastructures destroyed by the lava flows of the great eruption of 2002, through woods, lunar landscapes and finally on the edges of explosive craters, all in a path of just over 4.5 km roundtrip. Possibility to rent boots + jacket on site. Program: Meeting scheduled at Piano Provenzana (Etna Nord) at 9:45 am. Departure from Piano Provenzana at an altitude of 1800 meters at 10:00. Initial briefing. Beginning of the trek. Visit to the eruptive fractures up to a maximum altitude of 2100 meters. Trekking descent to the starting point. Total duration: 3h Difficulty: T (Tourist). Also suitable for children used to walking

Spend the day discovering one of the world’s most beautiful and active volcanoes during this small-group trip to Mt. Etna. Depart in the morning from Catania and head to Rifugio Sapienza at Etna’s base. Travel by cable car and off-road vehicle up to the volcano’s craters, and go for a hike. Following a delicious Sicilian lunch, you’ll also discover the region’s spectacular lava caves before returning to Catania.

This tour will allow you to live a unique experience immersed in a constantly changing nature thanks to recent and frequent eruptions that change everything creating unique landscapes rich in peculiarities, where the active summit craters with the incessant fumaroles of sulfur and water vapor stand out.

Explore Mount Etna with this tour from Catania that introduces you to the landscapes and geology of the volcano. Following a hiking route, you'll have the chance to admire forests, craters, and scenic views—and explore a lava cave with headlamps and helmets. After lunching on Sicilian food and wine, head to the Alcantara River gorges to experience more of Sicily's natural beauty.

Mt. Etna is one of the top attractions in eastern Sicily, but exploring on your own is risky. With this guided tour, take in the lava fields, craters, and caves safely with an experienced guide. Set off directly from Syracuse for a scenic walk on the slopes of Etna, plus venture into a lava tube. End with a tasting of local products at a gourmet wine and food shop at the foot of the volcano.

Live a unique 6.5 hour experience among the most beautiful waters of Palermo. Departure at 09:30 from Marina Yachting (Trapezoidal Pier) and return at 16:00. The Route : Virgin Mary Beach: First stop for snorkeling and photos. Mondello Beach: Aperitif with Aperol Spritz (adults), Coca Cola (children) and local street food (sfincione, arancine, panelle, croquettes). Capo Gallo Reserve: Relax and lunch on board with Sicilian baked pasta. Cave of the Queen : Last bath and Sicilian cannoli espresso prepared by the captain. Included Services: Unlimited water and snorkeling equipment with underwater scooters, noodles and masks. Available extras: wine, beer and prosecco. Vegan/gluten-free options on request (24h notice). We will sail on Lady Grace (vintage style, max 8 people) or Baloo (modern, max 18 people). The captain will choose the most suitable boat for your relaxation. Guaranteed departure with minimum 3 - 4 participants. Stops vary depending on the weather for maximum safety.

Discover the unspoilt nature of Torre Salsa in Kayak. We will face a 4km sea route exploring one of the most unspoilt and wildest parts of western Sicily. The tour will last 2 hours, during which our certified instructor will accompany us to discover this corner of paradise, telling us curiosities and anecdotes about the local flora and fauna. - Choose Single Kayak or Kayak 2 or 3 seats - Discover the Natural Reserve of Torre Salsa protected by WWF - Certified Guide and instructor - The tour includes a short Kayak lesson, learning is very easy - We will offer you a small snack during the experience - We will take pictures of you that we will send you at the end of the experience

The Etna excursion and wine tasting with lunch begins in an SUV or minivan (up to 8 people) with a first stop in an off-road vehicle up to the lava front of the 2002 eruption. Subsequently, crossing the Ragabo Pine Forest, we will arrive at the starting point of the trek to the Monti Sartorius craters where we will continue on foot starting from 1650m and arriving at an altitude of 1750 metres, a walk suitable for everyone. We will then explore a lava flow cave, the Grotta dei Ladroni, equipped with helmets and torches. After the excursion to Etna, we will visit a local winery where you can taste various Etna wines and a complete lunch based on Sicilian specialties. A sommelier will tell you about viticulture in Sicily, the winemaking processes and the history of the winery. In summary, this tour represents the ideal opportunity to discover the beauty of Etna, its geological history and the food and wine culture of Sicily, through an evocative and unforgettable experience.

Stromboli is known for its spectacular volcanic eruptions, but these fiery outbursts are best seen from the sea. With this speedboat tour, cruise from Scari to the pretty village of Ginostra, where you’ll dock for a sunset aperitif. Afterwards, continue on to Sciara del Fuoco to marvel at the stream of incandescent lava that flows down the volcano’s slopes and explodes into dramatic clouds of steam where it reaches the water.

Venture off the tourist track during this full-day private hiking tour of Mount Etna, Europe's largest volcano. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site's moonlike landscape as you are led by knowledgeable guides across deserts of black sand, ancient lava flows, and wooded areas, including the Valle del Bove and the Silvestri Craters. You’ll even get a chance to enter lava tubes, equipped with helmets and headlights.

Etna hard tour is the most complete tour we offer. Longer and more complete tour, spread over about 40/45 km of mixed route on off-road and road. We will visit the famous Valle del Bove, the side craters, Silvestri craters and finally the 2001 flow, and then descend above lava flows and breathtaking landscapes.

Trekking in small groups Ascent by off-road vehicles along the panoramic northern slope up to 2,825 meters. From there, the hike continues on foot through volcanic scoria and lava bombs, with a 500-meter elevation gain, reaching the rim of the Central Crater at 3,380 meters. After a stop at the summit to observe the volcanic landscape, the descent is on foot down to 1,800 meters (approx. 7 km), crossing large gullies filled with soft volcanic sand. Main data: • Total distance (round trip): 12 km • Maximum altitude: 3,380 m • Minimum altitude: 1,800 m • Ascent: +500 m • Descent: -1,580 m (the long downhill section may be more demanding than the climb) • Difficulty: Suitable only for experienced hikers Note: Participants who decide during the excursion to return by bus from 2,850 m to 1,800 m must pay €70 instead of €50.

Explore the traditional villages of Sicily and the region’s natural beauty on a full-day shore excursion from Messina. Take in highlights such as Etna National Park, Mount Silvestri, the farms and vineyards near Mount Etna, and the villages of Taormina and Castelmola. Your guide shares live commentary throughout the day on this personalized private tour.

You will visit the most evocative places of Etna on board our off-road vehicles, accompanied by expert and certified guides who will be able to make the experience unique and unforgettable. You will discover the most interesting places of the highest volcano in Europe with some stops and short excursions suitable for all participants: it will be exciting and fun! After the meeting at the meeting point, where you will find parking for your cars (it will be possible to have breakfast), you will get on our off-road vehicles and the excursion will begin. The first stop will be close to or even above the longest lava flow of the 1900s with a short walk on the "sciara". Once again we will go right to the most panoramic point of the famous "bove valley". We will then face an off-road stretch of road that will lead us even higher up. Arrived at about 2,000 meters we will walk around a volcano. Then, wearing the appropriate safety equipment, we will enter a lava flow tunnel!

The Sicilian city of Trapani has been producing sea salt for centuries. This shared excursion not only takes you to a historic sea salt plant, but also allows you to take beautiful sunset photos right from the salt flats. Visit the Salt Museum before heading to the Riserva naturale orientata Saline di Trapani e Paceco to capture the sun and see its colors reflecting off the salt pools.