Mount Etna Adventurous Hiking Tour with Equipment

About this experience

We propose to spend a day with us in a small friendly group to discover a beautiful nature, endemic flora and fauna and the amazing environment of Mount Etna. We will pick you up in the morning in the certain meeting point (8.30 piazza Stesicoro 32, Catania or 9.15 piazza S.Alfio in Trecastagni - PLEASE SPECIFY WHERE). On the way to Etna we will stop on a village for a coffee break and to buy food for the lunch time. We will drive to reach the altitude of 2.000 above sea level. At this altitude we will start our moderate hike off the beaten tracks (approx. 3 hours) to admire the fascinating landscape of the Valle del Bove, the biggest caldera of Mount Etna and its moon like deserts. From there we will enjoy breathtaking views of the summit craters and the surrounding landscapes facing the Ionian Sea. We provide for shoes, trekking poles, wind stoppers Tour available all year long.

What to expect

1. Stop 1 · 5h

   To admire the fascinating landscape of the Valle del Bove depression and it's moon like desert from where we will have a breathtaking view of the smoking craters of Mount Etna and the surrounding landscapes facing the lonian sea.

Tour & ticket options

Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

Meeting & pickup

• H09:45 - Inside the bar, contact us as soon as you arrive
• H09:15 - In front of the church
• H08:30 - On the entrance of the roman theatre

End point

• H09:45 - Inside the bar, contact us as soon as you arrive
• H09:15 - In front of the church
• H08:30 - On the entrance of the roman theatre

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Take 2 pair of socks and preferably mid or long • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions

Before you go

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• The program of the excursion may be subject to changes. (Adverse weather conditions, as well as restrictions on access to the volcano by the competent authorities)
• Not suitable for elderly people not used to walking in the mountains

Cancellation policy

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