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Mount Etna Advanced Trekking: Private Full-Day Tour from Catania

Catania, Italyby Etna Experience

  • 8 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Italian, French

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Overview

The only excursion offering up to 6 hours of advanced trekking, starting from an altitude of 2000 meters! Our passionate naturalist guide will lead you along hidden trails of Mount Etna, where you’ll discover its unique vegetation, vast lava deserts, and stunning panoramic views. The adventure will take you to either the northern or southern slopes of Etna, depending on the conditions. If we explore the southern side, you’ll have the chance to witness the mesmerizing remnants of the February 2025 eruption, a truly captivating sight! We’ll also visit a volcanic cave, where you can safely explore the underground wonders using the equipment provided (helmets and torches). During your private excursion, we’ll stop for a delicious packed lunch, featuring tasty sandwiches and accompanied by refreshing water.

What's included

  • Packed lunch with tasty sandwiches
  • Professional guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Transport service via Jeep or minibus from Catania
  • Trekking shoes, wind jackets, helmets and torches
  • Live commentary on board
  • Beverages
  • Souvenirs

Itinerary

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    Mount Etna

    5 hours

    Challenge yourself with 5/6 hours of fascinating trekking around the most interesting places on the North-East side of Etna, scene of the last impressive eruption: Piano Provenzana. Different naturalistic routs with a scheduled circumnavigation of a button-like row of craters, lava-flowing caves and native plants. Visit a cave of volcanic origins with the equipment provided by us (helmets and torches).

Meeting and pickup

We guarantee pick up at meeting point agreed, according to the customers' accommodation.

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • English and Italian guide are always available, French and Spanish are subject to availability. Upon booking, we will confirm you if the language required is available.
  • Trekking shoes are mandatory. We can provide trekking shoes and jacktes for free if requested at the time of booking.
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  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian, vegan, celiac option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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