Alcantara River

Beautiful horseback riding tour with breathtaking views of the mountains, sightings of ancient Indian ruins, river crossings, and riding alongside the vineyard, makes this tour unforgettable.

Discover Etna and the Alcantara Gorges! The perfect mix of adventure and refreshing relax! The excursion begins by SUV or minivan (up to 8 people), together with our experienced guides. Our first stop is an off-road trip to the 2002 eruption lava fron. Continuing along the Via Mareneve, in the middle of the Ragabo pine forest, we will arrive at the starting point of our trekking to the Monti Sartorius craters. We will continue on foot, starting at 1650 metres and arriving at an altitude of 1750 metres, an easy walk suitable for everyone. We will then explore a lava flow cave, the Grotta dei Ladroni, equipped with helmets and torches. We will stop at a local chalet or restaurant for lunch (included in the price: a first course, drink and coffee). After lunch, we will reach the characteristic Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. A refreshing and relaxing visit to a wonderful place. You can cool off in the Alcantara river in the middle of the canyon of the Gorges!

This full-day tour allows you to go from a morning visit to Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the beautiful and surprising valley of Alcantara river in the afternoon. In the first part of the excursion, you will submerge in nature and visit old craters and lava flow caves, enjoy breathtaking views, and taste typical local products. In the afternoon, before seeing the famous basaltic canyon named Gorges, you will walk next the river Alcantara through a lush vegetation until to visit the Gurne, little lakes created by the same river.

Trekking on one of the slopes of Mount Etna, among ancient flows, lunar landscapes and lush woods, houses surrounded by lava, breathtaking views, lava caves to be explored in total safety and tasting of typical local products. Lunch at a mountain hut to follow visit to the beautiful Alcantara Gorges, formed thousands of years ago thanks to a lava flow that invaded the bed of the Alcantara river.

Explore Mount Etna on tour from Catania! You will be introduced to the landscapes and geology of the Volcano from our naturalistic and passionate guide. Following a hiking route up to 2000 meters, you will have the chance to admire forests, craters, lava formations, and scenic views of the mountain. You will visit a volcanic cave using the equipment provided from us (helmets and torches). After the trekking, you will stop at a nice Chalet, where you will enjoy a rustic lunch made with local products (starter and first course) together with a good glass of  Sicilian red wine. It is possible to arrange, upon request, a suitable dish to vegetarians and coeliacs. Then we will move to the amazing Alcantara River Gorges to discover more of Sicily's natural beauty. The tour is in Italian and English. Upon request also in Spanish and French.

Experience sheer delight along the picturesque riverside! Join our wonderful Small Group Tour, with a maximum of 8 participants per tour guide, as we journey to Belém, where a treasure trove of iconic architecture and monuments connected to the Portuguese Age of Discovery awaits your exploration. This experience will start with a briefing on how to use the segway. Make sure you have the minimum weight recommended and let's go! *Included: Tradicional Custard Tart.

This full-day tour allows you to go from a morning visit to Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the beautiful and surprising valley of Alcantara river in the afternoon. In the first part of the excursion, you will submerge in nature and visit old craters and lava flow caves, enjoy breathtaking views, and taste typical local products. In the afternoon, before seeing the famous basaltic canyon named Gorges, you will walk next the river Alcantara through a lush vegetation until to visit the Gurne, little lakes created by the same river.

In a single Tour you will experience 3 Techniques: River Jumping, (5 jumps from up to 5 meters) Body Rafting and River Trekking. We work away from mass tourism in the Gurne Alcantara a stunning place with lakes and water falls, where through out the year there is an aboundance of Water. No que to buy the ticket, No crowd, a true adventure immers in the wild Sicilian nature.

Etna Alcantara tour is the experience to discover two totally different types of lava landscapes. The first part of the day will take you to the northern side of Mt. Etna at 6500 ft above sea level. Here you will learn about the stages that led to the origin of Mt. Etna and the different types of volcanic activities all hiking up to the edge of some of the extinct craters formed by ancient eruptions. In the second part of the Etna Alcantara tour, you will visit the Alcantara Valley where the Alcantara River has shaped the famous basaltic lava canyon formed by prehistoric lava flows of Mount Etna. Here you will spend some times by the River, having the possibility to go in the cold water, admiring outstanding geological formations. Don't forget to bring with you: sunscreen, hat, hiking shoes. Water shoes, swimsuits and towels will be useful if you plan to go in the water (in the summertime).

Welcome to an unforgettable sailing adventure in Lisbon! Embark on a 2-hour journey from Alcântara Marina. Cruise towards the iconic Belém Tower, a medieval fortress with a rich maritime history. Marvel at the architectural splendor of the Jerónimos Monastery as you sail by. Continue your nautical exploration to the Monument to the Discoveries, celebrating Portugal's Age of Exploration. Glide past the striking 25 de Abril Bridge, offering breathtaking views of Lisbon's skyline. Sail towards Terreiro do Paço, a historic square with a regal ambiance, showcasing Lisbon's grandeur. As you return to Alcântara Marina, relish the scenic panorama of Lisbon bathed in golden sunlight. This sailing tour promises not just a journey through time and architecture but a serene escape on the tranquil waters of the Tagus, creating memories that will linger long after the sails have set. Join us for an enchanting experience that captures the essence of Lisbon's maritime charm.

Hop on board in Doca do Espanhol in Alcântara and let your self relax. Cruise for 2 hours alongside the Lisbon coast and enjoy the magic sunset in the Tagus River. Sit back, enjoy a refreshing drink from our bar and watch the city's best sunset. Share this moment with a lively group of people. Pass by some of Lisbon's most iconic monuments such as Belém Tower and Padrão dos Descobrimentos.

Ride through volcanic landscapes on a quad bike tour. Departing from Gole dell'Alcantara you will join a thrilling 4.5-hour trip around the slopes of Mt. Etna. Dive the quad alone or share it with a passenger. You have the option of round-trip hotel transport from Taormina, Naxos and Letojanni.

From the meeting points, customers will be picked up with appropriate means and accompanied to the place of activity. Fascinating and evocative aquatic excursion that develops within splendid lakes created by the incessant work of the waters of the Alcantara river, diving slides and much more await you, all in absolute safety and accompanied by specialized personnel. Difficulty: Medium Equipment required: swimsuit, towel Equipment provided: neoprene wetsuit, trekking shoes, harness, helmet, life jacket.

Discover the secrets of Etna and have a walk above her older explosive eruptions! This is the ideal tour for those who would like to discover the most charming and hidden corners of Mt Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe and UNESCO World Heritage, without missing the other highlights spot of the area as the Gorges of Alcantara .We will explore a wood, immersing ourselves on some details, myths and legend of the volcan. We will enjoy a stunning view from almost 2000 mt above the level of the sea, admireing an indescribable and breath-taking landscape.Last but not least I will take you to the incredible rock formations of the Alcantara Gorges, a series of vertiginous lava gorges with swirling rapids.In a few word with this excursion you will loose yourselves in the wonderful amazing power of nature.

Our tour permite you to discover all beautiful places aroud Mount Etna, discover Alcantara Gorges and its canyon. On board an audioguide will explain you what you will see.

Lisbon gradually expanded along the Tagus River and from there towards the sea. Following the river, you will first discover LX Factory, an industrial complex turned into a hub of restaurants, vintage shops and creative industries. After that, leaving the 25th of April bridge behind, you will dive into contemporary Lisbon: the newly-opened Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT). This experience can be completed later with a visit to the Belém Cultural Centre (CCB). Right after, be ready to get surprised by Belém and its beauty: Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, the Monument of the Discoveries and an incredible garden planted by the sea – they are all waiting to be discovered. At the end of the trip, treat yourself with a delicious custard tart at Lisbon’s most famous factory, Pastéis de Belém.

Availability for every day, all year round from Catania with free transfers from your accommodation. Guided tour of 8 hours which tells the biology, geology and volcanology of the Etna Volcano. You will have the opportunity to walk in paths surrounded by nature, away from tourist areas and on several dormant craters. The fauna and flora of Etna will be your traveling companions in the story of a unique territory in terms of endemicity. Explore a beautiful lava flow cave with helmets and torches. A fantastic tasting of wines, liqueurs, honey and much more will make you discover the flavors of the Volcano. With Etna behind us , we will go in the beautiful " Alcantara Gorges " canyons of lava among the most popular in the world , with its basalt walls as high as 50 meters , cross the river and enter the wonderful Alcantara natural setting of the Botanic Park and Geological Alcantara . After visiting the nature reserve head back to the hotel.

Face the pristine water of the Alcantara River simply free-bodied, wearing a protective wetsuit.Equipped with a wetsuit, a protective helmet and a life jacket, you will challenge one of the most beautiful waterways in Sicily, letting yourself be carried away by the treacherous waves of the Alcantara that flows between the lava stone. Between gurnes and gorges up to 25 meters high, you will experience unique emotions. You will challenge the river bare-body.

Thanks to River Trekking and Body Rafting, you will enjoy a unique, fun, intense experience and all in maximum safety thanks to our river guide. You will begin your adventure with river trekking, you will follow a stretch of river that channels into a basalt gorge about 30 meters high, the result of millennia of erosion which led to the formation of these characteristic canyon paths. You will continue the tour between small waterfalls, rapids and rocky walls, but don't worry, nothing difficult, you just need to have a lot of adventure spirit. You will reach the highlight of the route once you arrive at the "Cascata di Venere", one of the most renowned destinations in the Alcantara Gorges, where legend has it that the Roman goddess Venus spent her days. Once the ascent of the river is over, you will return to the valley with an adrenaline-pumping Body Rafting adventure.

The Body Rafting experience takes place in the wonderful Alcantara park, an adventure full of adrenaline that will lead you to discover the wonders of this ancient canyon made entirely of lava rock. What are you waiting for? Do not stand by and watch, become the protagonist of this incredible adventure! Book now!