Phone
+34 648 000 033- Price from€70
- Duration5 h
- Group sizeUp to 10 travellers
- Guide languagesEnglish, Italian
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Overview
Start a unique adventure on the highest active volcano in Europe, Mount Etna. The trek will take you up to 3300 meters, where you can see the summit craters and extraordinary volcanic activity up close. After an initial briefing at Piano Provenzana, you will reach the altitude of 2900 meters in a 4x4, and then embark on a fascinating hour of climb through lunar landscapes. Admire the persistent volcanic activity, and a breathtaking view of the Sicilian eastern slope and the Aeolian Islands, while the Volcanological Guide will provide fascinating scientific explanations. An unmissable experience for nature and adventure lovers.
What's included
hiking shoes for those who do not have them, helmet, jacket
Not included
- ticket for 4x4 vehicles 55€ (to be paid locally, preferably in cash)
- Meals
What you will do
- Stop 1
Meeting at Piano Provenzana Etna Nord. After the initial briefing using special off-road 4x4 vehicles, we will reach an altitude of 2900 meters where the real trekking will begin. During the climb the panorama will range from the summit craters to the Sicilian eastern caste, in the background Calabria and the Aeolian Islands. Crossing ancient and recent flows you will arrive in an hour of climb to the summit area of the highest active volcano in Europe. The stay always depends on volcanic activity and weather conditions. After admiring the panorama of the summit area, we will begin the descent through the sandy gullies that will lead us to the area of the Pizzi Deneri from where you can enjoy a majestic view of the Valle del Bove. In off-road 4x4 we will return to the starting point in Piano Provenzana.
In accordance with the ordinances of the competent authorities, trekking in the summit area of Mount Etna may, at any time, undergo changes or cancellations.
Meeting point
End point: The meeting point is located next to the Etnatre shop-rental
Important information
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for people suffering from dizziness
Not recommended for travelers not physically fit
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.








