Guided Hiking Tour on Mount Etna, Sicily

Organized by Etna Unlimited

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Sporty
Duration: 7 hrs
Spoken languages: Italian, German, English, French
Minimum age: From 6 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

Join this hiking tour and explore the hidden treasures of Mount Etna the highest volcano in Sicily! Open to seasoned explorers, ages 6 and up.

Known for its volcanic activity, Mount Etna is the most active volcano in Europe. Located on the easter side of Sicily, it offers a stunning landscape made of lush forests, old craters and lava tubes. With a guide, you'll spend a full day exploring Mount Etna!

Meet your guide at Rifugio Citelli, on Mount Etna and go through a short safety briefing. Your hiking tour will start from there, at 1750 m high and reach up to 2200 m in altitude! The hike will take you through varied landscapes, including steep ascents and descents, rocky paths, and rugged terrain, covering a 600 m gap. This hiking tour up Mount Etna will give you panoramic views of Sicily's countryside fields and the Mediterranean. During this hiking tour up Mount Etna you'll enjoy multiple breaks, including a lunch break in the shade - don't forget to bring your packed lunch! At the end of this tour, you'll descend through picturesque sandy channels and return to the meeting point.

This 7-km hiking tour on Mount Etna is quite sporty, so it is recommended for experienced or sporty travellers seeking a challenging hiking tour.

Now is the perfect time to plan your trip to Sicily and get panoramic views of Mount Etna with a certified guide. Reserve your spot on this hiking tour!

Offers

1
Group Tour
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Course of events

- Meet your instructor at Rifugio Citelli - Via Mareneve, 95010 Sant'Alfio CT, Italy.
- Briefing.
- Start your 7-km hiking tour up Mount Etna. 
- Lunch break (bring your packed lunch!).
- Return to the meeting point.

Activity requirements

- The minimum age is 6 years old.
- All participants must be in good physical shape.
- Previous experience with hiking is highly recommended.

Special terms

- This activity is only confirmed when a minimum of 2 participants are reached.
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off is available with Taormina and Catania upon request and for an extra fee of 30 euros.

Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots
  • Hiking pants
  • Pile fleece
  • Warm / breathable / waterproof hiking jacket
  • Gloves
  • Hat
  • Scarf / bandana
  • Sunglasses
  • Backpack
  • Water
  • Packed lunch
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Sporty

Duration:

7 hrs

Minimum age:

From 6 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Rifugio Citelli - Via Mareneve, 95010 Sant'Alfio CT, Italy

Included:
  • Tour guide
  • Trekking poles
  • Helmet
  • Flashlight
  • 1 small water bottle
  • Insurance
Excluded:
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off within Catania and Taormina available for 30 euros
  • Lunch
2
Private Tour
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Course of events

- Meet your instructor at Rifugio Citelli - Via Mareneve, 95010 Sant'Alfio CT, Italy.
- Briefing.
- Start your 7-km hiking tour up Mount Etna. 
- Lunch break (bring your packed lunch!).
- Return to the meeting point.

Activity requirements

- The minimum age is 6 years old.
- All participants must be in good physical shape.
- Previous experience with hiking is highly recommended.

Special terms

- This activity is only confirmed when a minimum of 2 participants are reached.
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off is available with Taormina and Catania upon request and for an extra fee of 30 euros.

Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking boots
  • Hiking pants
  • Pile fleece
  • Warm / breathable / waterproof hiking jacket
  • Gloves
  • Hat
  • Scarf / bandana
  • Sunglasses
  • Backpack
  • Water
  • Packed lunch
Sensation Level:

Adventurous

Fitness level:

Sporty

Duration:

7 hrs

Minimum age:

From 6 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Rifugio Citelli - Via Mareneve, 95010 Sant'Alfio CT, Italy

Included:
  • Tour guide
  • Trekking poles
  • Helmet
  • Flashlight
  • 1 small water bottle
  • Insurance
Excluded:
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off within Catania and Taormina available for 30 euros
  • Lunch
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Meeting point

Rifugio Citelli - Via Mareneve, 95010 Sant'Alfio CT, Italy Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule