Motta Camastra

You'll be able to choose the tour that suits you best, for beginners or experts, without giving up the discovery of this beautiful area at the foot of Mount Etna. You will be accompanied by our open-top guide, who will allow you to explore in complete safety. You will start from the Alcantara Gorges and then head to Francavilla di Sicilia, a historic village of 3,000 inhabitants located in the heart of the Valley. During this route you will travel along both dirt paths and asphalt, always remaining enveloped by a picturesque and characteristic landscape. From time to time there will be a pause that will allow you to admire the landscape and the Alcantara River. If you choose the 2 1/2-hour route, always accompanied by our guide, you will be able to arrive as far as Castiglione di Sicilia.

Thanks to River Trekking and Body Rafting, you will enjoy a unique experience, fun, intense and all in the utmost safety thanks to our river guide. You'll begin your adventure with river trekking, you'll follow a stretch of river that funnels into a basalt gorge about 30 meters high, the result of millennia of erosion that led precisely to the formation of these characteristic routes of a canyon. You will continue the tour between small waterfalls, rapids and rock walls, but fear not, nothing difficult, you will only need to have a lot of spirit of adventure. 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 you've completed the river's ascent, you'll return to the valley on an adrenaline-fueled body rafting adventure.

If what you are looking for is adrenaline and fun, this tour is just right for you, and you will be able to immerse yourself - figuratively and literally - in the Alcantara Valley. You'll be provided with waterproof dungarees so you can dive into the river during the trek, and you'll be accompanied by a river guide the entire way. You willstart your adventure downstream and reach the entrance to the gorges by walking a route that is about 2 km long and lasts about 2 hours. You will walk along the riverbed and pass, small waterfalls, eddies, slippery rocks and small rapids, all surrounded by beautiful, breathtaking scenery that will make this hike unforgettable.

The adventure begins with a river trekking excursion on a stretch of river channeled into a majestic basalt gorge over 30 meters high. Over the millennia, the continuous erosion of the waters of the Alcantara River has shaped this canyon, creating unique shapes that define its extraordinary natural beauty. As the excursion continues inside the canyon, the route becomes progressively more difficult, thus requiring a minimum of physical ability and a spirit of adventure to overcome the natural obstacles, such as waterfalls, rapids and rock faces, present in the Gorges. After completing the ascent, the descent begins which winds through long slides in the rock, small waterfalls and foaming river rapids. The Body Rafting excursion in the Alcantara Gorges takes place in small groups, thus allowing the river guides to follow all the participants and guarantee a safe adventure. The route includes 5 fantastic jumps into natural pools.

Accompanied by our guide, you will explore the majestic Mount Etna and discover its stories and legends. You will walk along a variety of trails winding through pine and birch forests and visit a lava flow cave. It will be possible to stop at a Chalet, 1500m above sea level, to have a drink and recharge your batteries before heading back down to the Gorges. You will end your tour by exploring the world-famous Alcantara Gorges and admiring the shapes that make them unique. The roads and paths that you will travel are not easy, so the tour is recommended only for experienced or knowledgeable presone

One-hour quad bike tour in the beautiful Alcantara Valley. The Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges, fall within the territory of the municipality of Motta Camastra and are under the protection of the Parco Fluviale dell'Alcantara. By taking part in this experience, you will have the opportunity to admire the natural beauty of the valley on board our quad bikes. Our expert guides will be at your side throughout the entire trip, guaranteeing a safe and enjoyable ride. You will have the opportunity to explore hidden corners and scenic trails. Don't miss this adventure in the middle of nature. Driving licence is mandatory.

The path overlooked by the ancient ruins of the Francavilla Castle winds along mule tracks that run alongside the Alcantara river offering suggestive observation points. Accompanied by explanations in Italian, English and French from our guides, we will learn about many curiosities of these enchanted places. Afterwards, returning further downstream of the river, an adrenaline-filled 2-hour Body Rafting excursion will begin among the Alcantara Gorges, accompanied by instructors in Italian and English, we will be carried away by the rapids among the lava basalts. Upon request, you can continue the tour with a traveling lunch organized by the "Le Mamme del Borgo" association of Motta Camastra, a small culinary journey through the medieval streets of one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. The excursion is offered with a "pick-up" service directly from your hotel or with a "meeting point" to be agreed. Possibility to vary the route for different needs, specific requests or to satisfy any curiosity.

River trekking consists of a combination of trekking and (climbing and sometimes swimming along the river) which takes place in the enchanting Alcantara River Park. Starting from the lowest part of the river, in groups accompanied by expert river assistants, you will travel about 2 km in about 2 hours. This exciting upstream route will allow you to cross rapids, whirlpools and small waterfalls, immersed in extraordinary landscapes, until you reach the entrance to the majestic Gorges. Book now for a safe and unforgettable adventure!

Sicilia Quad is an activity that deals with quad bike excursions on Mount Etna and beyond, which allow you to explore wonderful and characteristic places in Sicily. Among the options available, in this regard, there is the possibility of a one-hour tour in the Alcantara Valley on dirt paths characterized by the presence of streams. In winter, on the other hand, Sicilia Quad provides its clients with off-road vehicles inside a grove, where a stop is planned to admire the rapids. One can also opt, however, for a more complete experience, which is two and a half hours, so as to also visit the Byzantine Cuba and Castiglione di Sicilia. And not only that, in summer there is a stop at the Gurne of the Alcantara River, where you can enjoy a regenerating bath. Finally, Sicilia Quad also offers for all intents and purposes quad bike excursions to Mount Etna, which last four to five hours, departing from the Alcantara Gorges and arriving at the volcano's 1,800 meters. You can moreover also make a visit at the village of Castiglione di Sicilia, the caves and forests. Are you looking for an activity that deals with quad bike excursions on Mount Etna? No problem, the solution is to rely on the professionalism and experience of Sicilia Quad.