Hiking Adventure to the Summit Craters of Mount Etna Volcano
Max 10 people
60 € + 4X4 Ticket (€50)
6 km | 5 hours
Moderate/Intense
Etna summit craters trekking highlights
Embark on the tour commencing at Piano Provenzana – Etna Nord.
Hop aboard a 4×4 bus (mandatory, not included, payment on-site €50 per person for the return trip) to ascend from 1800 meters to 2900 meters, reaching Piano delle Concazze.
Commence your trek towards the summit of Mount Etna from this point. The trekking route involves a 500-meter elevation gain and typically spans approximately 2 hours.
Upon reaching the summit craters, marvel at the landscape adorned with yellow and white sulfites, witness the smoke emanating from the summit crater, and observe the solidified black lava.
Standing on the brink of the active Etna volcano’s summit crater provides an unforgettable experience.
Following this unique excursion, trek back down to Piano delle Concazze at 2900 meters.
Conclude the journey by taking the 4×4 bus back to Piano Provenzana at an altitude of 1800 meters.
Itinerary
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Includes
- Trekking to summit craters of Etna
- Volcanological Guide of Etna
- Languages: English, French and Italian
- Helmets
Exclude
- 4x4 (ticket extra not included, to pay on site € 50 pp round-trip)
What to bring
- Warm clothing
- Hiking boots
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Food and drinks
- Bandana for dust and volcanic gases
- Long pants
- Backpacks
- Gloves
All items can be rent or buy on site
Important information
Participants must possess a good level of physical fitness. This tour is strictly prohibited for pregnant women, individuals with heart and blood pressure issues, diabetes, asthma, knee or back problems, altitude sickness, or any other significant medical conditions.
The itinerary is subject to potential changes based on local restrictions arising from volcanic activity, weather conditions, or other factors influencing the safety or feasibility of the hike.
Only children aged 12 and above are eligible to partake in this tour.