Mount Etna Excursion at Maximum Altitude Departure from Catania

5.0 (2 reviews) Sicily, Italy
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Duration8h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Our tour of Mount Etna takes you to the maximum altitude allowed, up to 3000-3400 meters, for an authentic experience away from the most tourist routes. With a 4-5 hour trek, you will walk over active craters, closely observing the fumaroles and degassing of the volcano top. We will reach an altitude of 2500 meters with the cable car (ticket to be paid separately on site), and then continue on foot between lunar landscapes and breathtaking views of Sicily.

The route also includes a visit to a lava flow cave, a unique opportunity to discover the underground formations shaped by eruptions. Groups limited to 10 people, equipment provided and a perfect experience for true hiking enthusiasts. An intense adventure, reserved for those who want to experience Etna in its wildest and most spectacular essence.

Options

Meeting in Piazza Stesicoro
Meeting of Silvestri Craters

Starting point:
Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza, 95030 Nicolosi CT, Italy

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Hiking poles, hiking jackets and shoes, helmets, backpack
  • Lunch
  • Anything not reported as included
  • Cable car ticket to buy on site (50€)

What to expect

  1. 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Once you reach the cable car, you will pay the ticket (50€) to be paid in logo. The cable car will take us on the summit crater route.
  2. Itinerario Crateri Sommitali
    3h
    The summit craters of Etna represent the beating heart of the most active volcano in Europe. During our trek, we will reach the maximum altitude allowed, between 3000 and 3400 meters, to walk on unique volcanic terrain and closely observe the active craters. Here the landscape is lunar, dominated by lava flows, fumaroles and intense degassing activities. The energy of the volcano manifests itself in all its strength, giving an authentic and unforgettable experience. From above, the view sweeps across Sicily, up to the Aeolian Islands on the clearest days. An adventure reserved for trekking and mountain lovers, to experience Etna in its purest essence.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Appointment on Mount Etna at Rifugio Sapienza.

Meeting point

Appointment in Piazza Stesicoro in front of the entrance of the Roman Amphitheatre.

End point

Appointment on Mount Etna at Rifugio Sapienza.

End point

Appointment in Piazza Stesicoro in front of the entrance of the Roman Amphitheatre.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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