In a nutshell

Have you ever considered walking up a canyon immersed in water? Accompanied by our expert on the rivers of the Alcantara national park, you will explore the Gorges, past vertical overhanging walls of rock, waterfalls and extraordinary basalt columns, in wild scenery shaped by water and fire. Awaiting you are a river hike and stunning views, with a re-energizing snack at just the right moment.

Main stops

The Alcantara Gorges: river hiking between basalt columns and Mesozoic rock formations
Panoramic ledges over the gorges

The programme

There are those who keep well away from volcanoes and those who go against the tide. Like our river expert, who will lead you up the river through the Alcantara Gorges to discover the geological formations created by Etna and by water.
With your helmet and wetsuit on, you will walk 400 meters in the river bed carved into the rock, between column-shaped basalt formations that look like walls designed by an architect: our expert will explain that they are an entirely natural phenomenon! Keep an eye out for the Mesozoic 'woodpile', 'harp' or 'rosette' formations.
And then, a real treat lies in store. Your seasoned guide will reveal a rural route that winds its way through lemon and orange trees, to terraces with views over the gorges. There, he will explain what you are looking at: lava columns that tell the story of 300,000 years of eruptions. And here, you can take photos galore!
Leap through the water and scramble up rocks as part of an adrenaline-filled experience, with a strategic snack along the way to help you recharge your batteries.

Good to know

We'll take care of providing the neoprene wetsuits, boots, life jackets and protective helmets.
Wear appropriate hiking shoes and clothing for the trail.
Unfortunately children under 1.50 meters in height cannot take part in the hike.