Things to do in Stromboli
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La Sirenetta Diving Club
La Sirenetta Diving Club offers diving courses and accompanied dives.
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Stromboli crater
The Stromboli crater was formed only 40,000 years ago and, like a champagne bottle, it is full of gases, which is why it almost constantly launches showers of incandescent lava into the air. The most recent eruptions took place on 27 February 2007, opening two new craters on the summit.
Recent crater activity has made it illegal to attempt to climb the volcano without a guide, and local authorities have limited the number of people allowed to go up in a day. You must book in advance (a day before is usually fine, but allowing a couple is advisable in August), and the limit is 20 people per guide.
You'll meet your guide between 4.30 and 17:30, and start your trek up, reachi…
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Sciara del Fuoco
If you don't fancy going all the way up the volcano, you can go up to 400m, from where you get fabulous views of the Sciara del Fuoco and the explosions at the crater. You're allowed to go to the Sciara 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. It is incredibly exciting. On a still night the livid red Sciara and exploding cone are dramatically visible.
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Ai Gechi
An excellent place that's a deserved favourite with the locals, Ai Gechi is a tastefully outfitted Aeolian house whose terrace serves as the dining area. Ship lamps light the tables, and the friendly barefoot waitstaff give you the lowdown on the day's menu. The food is traditional with a slightly modern twist. As you walk up from the port you will see a sign pointing down a small lane to your left. The restaurant is right at the end of the lane.
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Totem Trekking
To undertake the climb up the volcano you will need proper walking shoes and clothing for cold wet weather, a change of T-shirt, a torch and a good supply of water and some food. Worry not if you haven't got any of those and still want to climb. Totem Trekking hires out all the necessary equipment (which is well maintained), and thanks to the limited climbing numbers, there's plenty to go around.
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La Tartana
It's hard to tell how to recommend La Tartana: as a bar, semi-disco or restaurant. It's all of those, plus it has great sea views from its terrace. During the day it has a good buffet lunch of fish and vegetables. The evening affair is a different ballgame, with an upmarket menu and crowd. Aperitivi, cocktails and a bit of dancing happen after dusk on the bar terrace.
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Magmatrek
Magmatrek has experienced, multilingual vulcanological guides that lead regular treks (maximum group size 20) up to the crater every afternoon (per person €28). It can also put together tailor-made treks for individual groups.
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AGAI
Down the steps from Piazzale San Vincenzo is AGAI, the volcano's own information office. Guides take groups of up to 20 people to the crater. Contact the office to make a booking a day before you want to climb.
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L’Osservatorio
Sure, you could eat a pizza in town, but come on – you’re on Stromboli! Make the long uphill trek to this pizzeria and you’ll be rewarded with exceptional volcano views, best after sundown.
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Ritrovo Ingrid
Trekkers gather here to gossip over ice cream or sundowners, while locals come for morning coffee and pastries; in summer, the attached restaurant serves pizzas and full meals.
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Punta Lena
Punta Lena is recommended for its delicious seafood accompanied by magnificent sea and Strombolicchio views; reserve ahead.
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Forgia Vecchia
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Ficogrande
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Totem Trekking
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