Etna - How to get to the Rifugio Sapienza?
Our team, the day before the excursion, will send you GPS position and photo of our Info Point to reach us easily. We recommend hiring a car but we also organize transfer service with an additional cost.
Etna - Where can I park my car once I arrive at the Rifugio Sapienza?
At Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza there is big parking, both free and paid. Arriving early you can easily find parking
Etna - Is there a public bus?
Yes, there is a public bus (AST) that leaves from Catania Central Station at 8.15am and arrives at the Sapienza Refuge at 10.30am but the time does not match the start of our excursions. The same bus leaves from Rifugio Sapienza at 4.30pm to arrive again at Catania Central Station at 6.15pm
Etna - Can I buy food at piazzale Rifugio Sapienza?
Yes, piazzale Rifugio Sapienza it's an important tourist station full of café/restaurants/take away and souvenirs, but we recommend to buy everything you need in advance.
Etna/Stromboli - Can I leave my luggage at your Info Point?
Yes, you can safely leave your luggage at our Info Point for all duration of the excursion.
Stromboli - How to return to the other Aeolian islands after the excursion?
Our excursions start in the afternoon and end in the late evening so it is necessary to stay overnight in Stromboli island as there are no ferries in the late evening.
Stromboli - How do I get to the island of Stromboli?
To get to the island of Stromboli there are daily hydrofoils from Milazzo. For timetables and reservations, consult the LibertyLines.it website. We recommend arriving on the island in the morning.
