HIKING TRAVEL GUIDE
The trails worth the airfare.
The 15 most popular mount etna & sicily hikes. The trails that draw the most hikers, with the distance, the time on your feet, the cost and who guides them.
Guided Mount Etna summit hike to 3,400 m with certified volcanic guides, cable car views, lava terrain, and safety gear. 5–6 hours.
Most Popular“The driver, Peppe and our tourguide was very informative and helpful, we learned a lot about Etna. It was totally worth it, it was our greatest experience in Sicily.”
Cable car to 2,504m, guided hike to Mount Etna summit craters, then Valle del Bove viewpoints. Small group, expert volcanology guides.
“Our guide Giovani was very friendly and knowledgeable and I think he got the number of breaks just right so we got a breather but didn't have time to get cold”
Hike to Etna’s summit craters with a volcanology guide, explore lava tunnels, and ride the cable car up an active volcano in 5 hours.
“Perfect day on Etna with Allessadro, free view 360. Very competent guide who knew his trade and geological history. Highly recommended tour to the summit.”
Trek Etna’s summit craters with a certified volcano guide, using cable car and 4x4 transport for crater-rim views.
“We had such a wonderful day, thank you so much. We go back home with so much knowledge, and beautiful memories. Thanks for sharing your passion for Etna with us!”
Hike Etna’s active summit craters from the south side with certified guides, cable car to 2,500 m, crater-rim photos, and lunar lava terrain.
“Our guide Antonio was very qualified and answered all our questions. They gave us equipment and the hike started on time. We were very lucky with the weather conditions and the group size was not big. I highly recommend.”
Trek Mount Etna to summit craters at 3,000 m with a volcanologist guide, cable car ride, and the still-fuming 2001 Crater.
“The day trip was incredible. Luka was my tour guide and he was so knowledgeable, humorous, and fun to adventure with during the day. He did a great job balancing different activity levels of the group and was so kind! Thank you!”
A 7-hour guided hike on Mount Etna: off-trail lava craters, Valle del Bove views, Grotta Pitagora, and volcanic sand descents.
Small-group Mount Etna day trip from Taormina: extinct crater hike, Grotta dei Tre Livelli lava cave, and Etna-area tastings.
“Great experience with Florence, pick up from the agreed point on time, learned a lot about “Mamma Etna” and experience overall was amazing. Grazie Florence!”
Hike on Mount Etna to Sapienza Refuge, visit Silvestri craters and a lava cave, then taste honey, olive oils, and wine from a farm.
“It’s was a fantastic day with fellow travellers. Our guide Frederico was amazing. His knowledge and manner were outstanding. We took the option of going to the top by cable car and bus and would recommend to others. The tastings on our way home was excellent. We cannot fault any aspect. Thank you.”
Hike Mount Etna through Valle del Bove with included boots and helmets, small-group pacing, and sweeping crater views from Catania.
“Great hiking thru Valley del Bove. I am 61 year old male and fairly fit and this 3-4 hour hike kicked my butt. But that’s just me. Younger people seemed less phased. Bring water, snacks. Would recommend.”
Etna summit trek on Sicily’s north side. 4x4 to 2,900m, crater hiking, guides, helmet and boots included. Route adapts to conditions.
“Our guide Arturo was amazing! So passionate about his work, full the knowledge and he looked after everyone very well. Always made sure that we were all okay and safe. Of course, the whole volcano experience was good but Arturo made it to another level! Thanks very much Arturo!!!”
A guided South-side summit hike on Mount Etna with a volcanologist, crater rim views, and lava-field walking from about 2,800m.
“The practical side of the hike and the tour guide’s (Fabio) knowledge & attitude were excellent but the tour logistics were awful. After booking, we received a WhatsApp message with all the details and arrived early (after a very long journey). We were then told there wasn’t enough space with the tour company (Ashàra) so…”
Guided summit-crater trek on Mount Etna’s north side from Piano Provenzana, with licensed guide, gear, and admission included.
“This tour was more than expected! Nicos, our english speaking guide, was wery knowlegdable and helpful/kind. He explained a lot about voulcanic activity and guided us well to cool viewpoints throughout the trip. The vulcano was super impressive, and this was definitly worth the time and money. The best part of my trip to Sicily.…”
Trek Europe’s highest active volcano with an expert guide, climb from Sapienza by cable car, and stare into crater views on Etna.
“Fantastic experience! So pleased that my boyfriend and I chose Etna Tours to go with! This excursion was fantastic value for money, and what an incredible experience looking down into the craters of Europe’s most active volcano to see it spewing molten lava! They provided walking boots, jackets, helmets and walking sticks. We were able…”
Trek Etna with an expert alpinist guide, reach the Central Crater zone by cable car, then return with a snack included.
“An incredible day! I cannot fault anything about the trip: communication beforehand was excellent and our guide on the day, the organisation of the day, and the pace... were all fantastic! The views were spectacular and we felt safe and well informed the entire time! I would 100% book this trip again if I revisit…”
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