Making the most of Stromboli
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
Stromboli is a tender port.
For the past 2,000 years, Mt. Stromboli has erupted almost continuously.
In the Tyrrhenian Sea just off Sicily’s north coast, Stromboli is one of 8 small islands in the Aeolian group and contains one of Italy’s three active volcanoes. It has erupted in some manor almost constantly for the past 200 years. The island is sometimes called the "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean".
San Bartolo and San Vincenzo, the two villages, are in the northeast; the smaller village of Ginostra is in the southwest.
Getting around
Most island visitors climb, or at least hike on, Stromboli Volcano. You may hike unaccompanied to 400 meters in most conditions, but above that elevation a guide is required.
Take a boat ride around the island. On the opposite side from Stromboli town, picturesque Ginostra can only be reached by boat. Rides are usually arranged on site with outfitters near Stromboli town’s harbor.
Money
The currency is the Euro.