Etna summit craters trekking
Activities

Etna summit craters trekking

5/5
Excellent
Based on 4 reviews
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US$74.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 5 hours
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
What to expect

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

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What's included
  • check Trekking shoes
  • check Helmet
  • check Trekking poles
  • check Tour guide
  • check Insurance
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • x_not_included Cable car ticket
Where

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.
What to remember

Extra fees to be paid on site:

  • Cable car tickets should be paid in cash on the spot (52€ 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 in regard to 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
  • Maximum people in each group is about 10 participants
  • Ashàra team will contact you by email or WhatsApp with all details of the meeting point
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Provider
Ashàra Etna & Stromboli Guides
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

5/5

Based on 4 reviews from verified customers

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  • Bernhard

    From United States of America - June 2023

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    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 ...

  • Der Kramer

    From United States of America - June 2023

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    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 ...

  • Rosa

    From United States of America - August 2022

    Travelled with a group of friends

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Duidelijke informatie vooraf via whatsapp. Hele aardige, enthousiaste en bekwame gids. De klim was pittig maar met een beetje conditie prima te doen. ...

  • Amvh

    From Denmark - August 2022

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    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 ...

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