Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4x4 cable car and Trekking
Overview
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An unforgettable excursion: ascent by Cable Car and 4x4 Bus up to 2850m (tickets not included, 45 € per person to be purchased at the meeting point). From here the route begins on foot, a fascinating stage will be that on some extinct craters, eruptive vents and lava fractures. It will continue to Barbagallo craters at 3000 meters. From here you can observe the majestic Summit Craters and admire recent lava flows (01-12-2023), until you reach the inside of a lava flow channel. You will visit the effusive vent of the 2002 eruption and from here you will descend along the sands to Montagnola from where you will observe the Valle del Bove, a great volcano-tectonic depression. Breathtaking panorama that arouses in visitors a feeling of arcane power that few other places in the world can convey. The return walk by cable car allows you to take a last look at this enchanting lunar landscape, for about 4 hours of total walking
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
except for children under 6 years old
Not recommended for travelers with respiratory problems
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Alpine and/or Volcanological Guide service
socks, shoes, jackets and helmets
Lunch
Cable car and jeep ticket
What To Expect
Mount Etna
We start from the hut of the Etna Sud Alpine Guides, continue by cable car up to 2500 meters and then with an off-road vehicle we reach 2850 metres.
Valle Del Bove
The first stop will be the viewpoint of the Valle del Bove, a large horseshoe-shaped volcano-tectonic depression located in the eastern sector of Etna, it is very important from a volcanological point of view as several outcrop along the walls. On fine days the view is breathtaking.
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Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4x4 cable car and Trekking
Reviews
385 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
very nice day unless it...
charlotte t,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00very nice day unless it was high season with overcrowded site, our guide was excellent and found some tracks to fell almost lonely on the Etna! good explanations and very adapted even with small kids (6 yo)
Family trekking on Mount Etna
Celine W,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Superb discovery of Etna! On a family holiday, we were able to discover this incredible and lunar site! With a top guide! Thank you Fausto! You were perfect!
Very nice discovery DE ETNA
Patrick F,
Aug 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very nice outing with a very nice group. Our guides DE Marco and Giuseppe took the time to explain the different eruptions, the consequences on the landscape and the creation of the different craters, the consequences on the lives of the nearby inhabitants. You can feel them in love DE their island and this volcano. They like to transmit. A superb experience and a superb day of discovery I advise.
Mt Etna was a must. We...
Debra D,
Aug 3, 2025
- Viator
4.00Mt Etna was a must. We had a great experience on the volcano. The guide was "ok" not great but kept us together and safe.
Not for me but an excellent tour itself
Jessica F,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
3.00Honestly…. This was rough for me. The tour organization itself and the guide were excellent. It was more that the height of walking on the edge of the crater was scary and some points of the tour were challenging. It was way outside my comfort zone. Also you need to be in decent shape to do this tour. The altitude was not a problem for me and I was ever so slightly concerned about that, but the guide was very good with stopping at the beginning of the tour a few times to get everybody accustomed to the altitude. Again, the tour itself and guide were fantastic. It may have just not been for me. Pro tip: wear high socks and roll over hiking boots so rocks don’t get inside your boots! If you like adventure it’s for you!!
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