Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
DON'T MISS
ANOTHER ANGLE ON STROMBOLI'S FIREWORKS
For fabulous views of the volcano's eruptions without climbing to the summit (and without spending a single
euro-cent), hike the comparatively easy trail to the viewpoint over
Sciara del Fuoco
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(Street of
Fire), the blackened laval scar that runs down the mountain's northern flank. Because the viewpoint sits just be-
low 400m, you're allowed to go here on your own, but do bring a torch if you're walking at night.
The explosions usually occur every 20 minutes or so and are preceded by a loud belly-roar as gases force the
magma into the air. After each eruption, you can watch as red-hot rocks tumble down the seemingly endless
slope, creating visible and audible splashes as they plop into the sea. It's all incredibly exciting. For best viewing,
come on a on a still night, when the livid red Sciara and exploding cone are dramatically visible.
Arriving here around sunset will allow you to hike one direction in daylight, then stop for pizza and more
volcano-gawking at L'Osservatorio (
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) on the way back down. Making the trek just before dawn is also
a memorable experience, as you'll likely have the whole mountain to yourself.
The trail to the viewpoint starts in Piscità , about 2km west of Stromboli's port. From here it takes about 30
minutes to get to L'Osservatorio, and another half hour to reach the viewpoint. Bring plenty of water - the climb
gets steep towards the end.
Magmatrek
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( 090 986 57 68;
www.magmatrek.it
;
Via Vittorio Emanuele)
Has experienced, multilingual (English-,
German- and French-speaking) guides that lead daily treks up the volcano (maximum
group size of 20 people). It can also put together tailor-made treks for individuals or
groups.
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Stromboli Guide
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(Il Vulcano ai Piedi; 090 98 61 44;
www.stromboliguide.it
; Via Roma)
A reputable outfit led by Strom-
boli native Nino Zerilli, a guide affiliated with the Associazione Guide Alpine Italiane.
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Stromboli Adventures
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( 090 98 62 64;
www.stromboliadventures.it
; Via Vittorio Emanuele)
To the right of the church, this
smaller agency, staffed by year-round residents, has been around for over 30 years.
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BOAT TOUR
Boat Tours
One of the most popular ways of viewing Stromboli's nocturnal fireworks is to take a boat
tour of the island.
Società Navigazione Pippo
(
090 98 61 35; pipponav.stromboli@libero.it; Porto Scari)
