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A group of hikers on a volcanic terrain with snow patches and a distant view of a coastline. 1
A mountain range with peaks partially obscured by clouds. 2
A volcanic crater with steam rising, surrounded by rugged terrain. 3
A group of hikers on a rocky mountain trail with snow patches and a volcano in the background. 4
A group of hikers ascending a volcanic slope. 5

Mount Etna: Tour from 2,500 m to 3,000 m with a Volcanology Guide

By Associazione Excursions Etna
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,822 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Walking trek
  • Volcano/Alpine guide
  • Technical material provided by the guides
  • 20% discount on the purchase of snacks, sandwiches, and drinks

Activity location

    • Nicolosi
    • Nicolosi, Sicilia, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Piazzale Crateri Silvestri, 95030 Nicolosi CT, Italia | Enter inside the Crateri Silvestri Bar and Restaurant ask for Serena at the Desk
    • Nicolosi, Sicilia, Italy

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Mount Etna: Tour From 2500 mt to 3000 mt With Volcanological Guide

  • Activity duration is 6 minutes6m
    6m
  • English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 4,821.54 x 1 AdultP 4,821.54
Total
Price is P 4,821.54
Until Thu, Jun 25

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Shoes, trekking pole, socks, protective helmet, 20% off the purchase of sandwiches, snacks, and beverages
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Excludes cable car return ticket (the cable car ride costs €52.00 per person; children, €30.00)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Anything not listed under “What's included.”

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Children under 6 years, Hearing-impaired people, People over 95 years, People with altitude sickness, People with epilepsy, People with heart problems, People with high blood pressure, People with low level of fitness, People with mobility impairments, People with respiratory issues, People with vertigo, Pregnant women

What you can expect

The day before the tour, you will be provided with the meeting time and location. Accompanied by the volcanology guides, you will proceed to the cable car to purchase your ticket and ascend to an elevation of 8,202 feet (2,500 meters). Once you reach an altitude of 8,202 feet, you will hike across the ancient lava flows to reach the Barbagallo craters at an altitude of 9,583 feet, the site of the 2002–2003 eruption. Here, you will also see the recent lava flows from 2025, which attracted thousands of tourists. Finally, on the way back from the hike, you will pass by the 2001 crater to behold its immense majesty.
You will be accompanied and guided by licensed volcanologist or mountain guides at all times.
The trek lasts approximately 6 hours, covering about 6 kilometers (3.7 miles), with a total elevation gain of 500 meters (1,640 feet) and a total elevation loss of 500 meters (1,640 feet). At the start of the trek, you will be provided with hiking boots, socks, a wind jacket, trekking poles, and a protective helmet. You will also receive a 20% discount on the purchase of bread, snacks, and beverages.

Location

Activity location

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    • Nicolosi
    • Nicolosi, Sicilia, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Piazzale Crateri Silvestri, 95030 Nicolosi CT, Italia | Enter inside the Crateri Silvestri Bar and Restaurant ask for Serena at the Desk
    • Nicolosi, Sicilia, Italy