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Etna summit craters trekking

5/5
5 reviews

Discover the highest active volcano in Europe with a guided trek to the summit with your authorized alpine and volcanological guide, immersing you in landscapes of exceptional beauty surrounded by craters and lava flows. After checking your equipment and a brief rundown of the day's plan, your adventure begins with an awe-inspiring trek to the very top of Etna.

Using a cable car, you'll ascend to approximately, 2500 metres above sea level. From there, a two-hour walk through lava flows and lunar-like landscapes will take you to the summit craters of Etna. Here, you'll traverse the dramatic rim of the Central Crater, confront the dizzyingly high Northeast Crater, and witness the renowned Southeast Crater - known for its recent and spectacular eruptions. In addition to the vast summit craters, you'll experience a one-of-a-kind volcanic environment, complete with gas emissions, volcanic bombs, and the ground's dazzling colours caused by the sublimation of various elements, including sulphur.

During your descent, you'll visit the Barbagallo craters and traverse a lava flow channel. Finally, with the Etna cable car, you'll return to your starting point at 2500 metres above sea level

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Catania
Duration: 5 hours
Language:English, Italian, French
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided tour
Subject expert guide
E-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

  • Discover trekking in a lunar field between lava flows and hot spots
  • Walk on the rim of the craters and feel in contact with nature
  • Enjoy the magnificent walking at the summit craters
  • Observe the bright colors of the soil with the yellow of sulfur

Important to know

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • Cable car and jeep 4x4 tickets should be paid in cash on the spot (65€ per person)

Know in advance:

  • This excursion is aimed at moderately trained hikers who are comfortable hiking on sandy or uneven terrain
  • The tour may undergo changes depending on the level of criticality of the volcanic activity
  • At the guide's discretion, the excursion may undergo variations regarding weather conditions, environmental factors, or possible volcanic risks
  • The guide is entitled to stop the excursion for any reason that could compromise the safety or physical integrity of an individual or the group
  • This excursion may be cancelled if the minimum number of 4 participants is not reached
  • Please wear the listed items and bring an extra T-shirt, jacket, backpack (10-20L), water, snacks, and a packed lunch
  • All guests are covered by insurance
  • The maximum people in each group is about 10 participants
  • The local team will contact you by email or WhatsApp with all the details of the meeting point

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Trekking shoes
  • Helmet
  • Trekking poles
  • Tour guide
  • Insurance

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • Cable car ticket

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Rifugio Sapienza, Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza, Nicolosi, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet your guide for departure at Ashàra Info Point, located in Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza (Etna South) inside Terrazza dell'Etna restaurant.

Provider

Ashàra Etna & Stromboli Guides


What people say about this experience

5/5

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Based on 5 reviews


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Value for money

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  • R

    Rosanne Hamberg

    Travelled as a couple


    13 August 2025
    5

    United States of America

    Hele bekwame gids, met goede uitleg. Fantastische trip gehad.

  • B

    Bernhard

    Travelled as a couple


    16 June 2023
    5

    United States of America

    Das Trekking auf den Etna sollte nicht unterschätzt werden , es ist steil und steinig , also sehr anstrengend aber der Ausblick von 3000m Höhe aus und das Gefühl auf einem aktiven Vulkan zu sein sind einfach traumhaft und die Anstrengung wirklich wert. Der Guide war auch sehr freundlich und seine Erzählungen sehr interessant und informativ.

  • D

    Der Kramer

    Travelled as a couple


    14 June 2023
    5

    United States of America

    Der Bergführer Giuseppe Di Geronimo war sehr kompetent und erklärte gut. Somit bekam man zur Landschaft noch mehr Bezug und zugleich war es damit ein Erlebnis von Anfang an.

  • R

    Rosa

    Travelled with a group of friends


    19 August 2022
    5

    United States of America

    Duidelijke informatie vooraf via whatsapp. Hele aardige, enthousiaste en bekwame gids. De klim was pittig maar met een beetje conditie prima te doen. De gids stopte regelmatig om uitleg te geven en iedereen op adem te laten komen. Heel fijn om vroeg weg te gaan, zo waren we de eerste groep die op de vulkaan liep en loop je niet tussen massa's toeristen. Veel geleerd en gezien, zelfs al waren de omstandigheden niet perfect (mistig, weinig zicht). Leukste dag van de vakantie!

  • A

    Amvh

    Travelled with family


    14 August 2022
    5

    Denmark

    Man skal være obs på at det er en 6 timers tur og ikke 2 timer som der ellers står i annoncen. Det er vigtigt at man har et ok helbred ellers er turen nok for hård. Mega fed og fantastisk tur med minder for livet. Guiden hr helt styr på både sikkerhed og kan fortælle meget om vulkaner og geologi. Kan kun anbefales med max point herfra

Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 121 468 3145