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Excursion to the top of Etna |For good walkers (transport services not included) 20% OFF

Location Sicily, Italy
$101.67
$127.09
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Overview

The summit area of the Etna volcano offers an exhilarating trekking experience for seasoned hikers. This adventure takes you through volcanic landscapes, showcasing the powerful forces of nature.

  • 🌋 Climb to the edge of the craters of Mount Etna, Europe’s tallest active volcano, and witness the breathtaking beauty of its volcanic formations.
  • 🚙 Start your journey with a ride in authorized 4×4 vehicles, ascending to approximately 2,750 m before beginning your trek.
  • 🥾 Trek across a 12–13 km route consisting of lava, ash, and volcanic bombs, with an ascent of around 600 m and a descent of 6 km.
  • 🗺️ Reach heights of up to 3,380 m, depending on conditions, where you can admire the views from one or more of Etna's summit craters.
  • 👨‍🏫 Benefit from the expertise of a licensed volcano guide who ensures your safety by monitoring volcanic and weather conditions throughout the trek.
  • 🧢 Included gear for your adventure: trekking poles, helmets, warm jackets, and extra socks to keep you comfortable during your hike.
  • 🍱 A lunch bag is provided to keep your energy up as you navigate the rugged terrain.
  • 💼 Parking available for €5 on weekdays and €8 on weekends/public holidays, ensuring a hassle-free start to your day.
  • 🚶‍♂️ Total duration of the tour is approximately 5 to 6 hours, with a total distance of 9.5 km, making it a rewarding challenge for experienced hikers.
  • 🚡 Cable car service available at an extra cost of €52 per person for a round trip from 1,900 m to 2,500 m.

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Excursion to the top of Etna |For good walkers (transport services not included)
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes

  • Insurance in case of accidents
  • Trekking poles, trekking shoes, helmets, warm jacket, extra socks, extra backpack
  • Entry/Admission to Mount Etna
  • Licensed Volcano Guide
  • Parking (€5 for the entire day on weekdays and €8 on Sundays and public holidays.)
  • Hat and gloves (during autumn, winter and spring)
  • Transport service from your accommodation
  • € 52 per person for the cablecar service (round trip) from 1900 meters to 2500 meters
  • Lunch bag

Meeting point
The appointment is at 8:30 AM at parking in front of the Esagonal Bar. We will be waiting for you at the parking lot with a yellow van.
Return details
The appointment is at 8:30 AM at parking in front of the Esagonal Bar. We will be waiting for you at the parking lot with a yellow van.

  • Mount Etna
    This itinerary explores the highest active area of Mount Etna, Europe’s tallest active volcano, giving direct contact with its ever-changing summit zone. Starting above 1,900 m, you ride authorized 4×4 vehicles to about 2,750 m, then hike across desert-like lava, ash and volcanic bombs from repeated eruptions. The trek is 12–13 km with ≈600 m ascent and a 6 km descent, lasting 5–6 h. Trails climb to around 3,300 m, up to 3,380 m when conditions allow, reaching the rim of one or more of Etna’s four summit craters—North-East, Voragine, Bocca Nuova, South-East. Routes vary daily with gas, wind and ground heat. Guides constantly monitor volcanic and weather conditions to ensure safe views of fumaroles, mineral colors and active craters. Solid fitness and high-altitude hiking experience are essential. Return to the starting point is usually about 13:30–14:30, depending on conditions.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
  • This type of itinerary, in relation to the type, is suited to people in good physical health, not suffering from particular diseases (breathing ones, or hypertension)
  • The excursion could be subjected to variations at the discretion of the Guides, or it could be interrupted in case of changes of the environmental, climatic or volcanic conditions, so as to undermine the safety of the entire group.
  • The excursion will be carried out according to the limits laid down by the ordinance in force.
  • For the success of the excursion and for its correct carrying out, it’s good to know perfectly your health conditions and, if necessary, let the Guide know about them, in order to reduce the occurrence of any problems and to avoid any risks.
  • The route consists of the ascent and the walking along the crater edges, this may cause dizziness to susceptible individuals.
  • We recommend not to use contact lens, because of the exhaled volcanic gases and of ash. This last one could easily cause problems, if pushed.
  • The trekking requires a discrete preparation on a physical level. Being a path that develops at high altitude, it will be easy to accuse symptoms of fatigue. It is required attention, since it is a volcanic active area, subjected to constant gaseous exhalations and composed by a soil constituted by inconsistent and unstable rocks.
  • Without adequate shoes you are not covered by insurance.
  • Pregnant women who have passed the third month of pregnancy are not allowed to take part to any excursion activity.
  • Because of the continuous and unpredictable evolution of the volcanic activity, the excursions could undergo variations, or, in extreme cases, be cancelled, at the discretion of the guide for safety reasons.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Excursion to the top of Etna |For good walkers (transport services not included) 20% OFF

    Location Sicily, Italy
    $101.67
    $127.09
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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