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Tourists disembarking from 4x4 vehicles at Mount Etna's volcanic landscape.
Hikers descending Mount Etna with summit crater in view, Sicily.
Hikers exploring the rim of Mount Etna Crater in Sicily, Italy.
Hikers exploring the summit of Mount Etna with volcanic steam vents.
Hikers with helmets navigating narrow rocky path at Mount Etna.
Mount Etna cable car ascending with volcanic crater in the background.
Visitors trekking near Mount Etna's summit on a guided tour.
Hikers ascending rocky path towards Mount Etna summit, Sicily.
Couple standing at Mount Etna summit, viewing volcanic landscape and steam vents.
Mount Etna cable car ascending volcanic landscape in Sicily.
Tourists disembarking from 4x4 vehicles at Mount Etna's volcanic landscape.
Hikers descending Mount Etna with summit crater in view, Sicily.
Hikers exploring the rim of Mount Etna Crater in Sicily, Italy.
Hikers exploring the summit of Mount Etna with volcanic steam vents.
Hikers with helmets navigating narrow rocky path at Mount Etna.
Mount Etna cable car ascending with volcanic crater in the background.
Visitors trekking near Mount Etna's summit on a guided tour.
Hikers ascending rocky path towards Mount Etna summit, Sicily.
Couple standing at Mount Etna summit, viewing volcanic landscape and steam vents.
Mount Etna cable car ascending volcanic landscape in Sicily.
Tourists disembarking from 4x4 vehicles at Mount Etna's volcanic landscape.
Hikers descending Mount Etna with summit crater in view, Sicily.
Hikers exploring the rim of Mount Etna Crater in Sicily, Italy.
Hikers exploring the summit of Mount Etna with volcanic steam vents.
Hikers with helmets navigating narrow rocky path at Mount Etna.
Mount Etna cable car ascending with volcanic crater in the background.
Visitors trekking near Mount Etna's summit on a guided tour.
Hikers ascending rocky path towards Mount Etna summit, Sicily.
Couple standing at Mount Etna summit, viewing volcanic landscape and steam vents.
Mount Etna cable car ascending volcanic landscape in Sicily.
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From North Etna: Mount Etna Summit Craters Hiking Tour

from
€60
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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5 hr
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION5 hours
FIRST DEPARTUREPizzi Dineri (2,800m)
LAST DEPARTUREPizzi Dineri (2,800m)
North base (Piano Provenzana)
Start point

North base (Piano Provenzana)

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40 min
Pizzi Dineri (2,800m)

1. Pizzi Dineri (2,800m)

Bocca Nuova (3,300m)

2. Bocca Nuova (3,300m)

North base (Piano Provenzana)
End point

North base (Piano Provenzana)

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Your ending point would be same as your start point

Reach Etna the bold way: jeep to 2,800m from the North base, then trek with a guide to 3,300m for a raw volcanic adventure.
Difficulty level: Moderate to difficult | Rugged terrain and high-altitude trek

  • Day out to Etna from its north base at 1,800m with a 4x4 ride plus hike to the 3,300m summit zone; round-trip transfers included.
  • You’ll get a volcanological guide (fluent in English & Italian) leading a hike from 2,800m to 3,300m in a group of 8 guests (max) across the wide craters of Valle del Bove and the rims of Bocca Nuova (Etna's largest active crater).

Reach Etna the bold way: jeep to 2,800m from the North base, then trek with a guide to 3,300m for a raw volcanic adventure.
Difficulty level: Moderate to difficult | Rugged terrain and high-altitude trek

  • Day out to Etna from its north base at 1,800m with a 4x4 ride plus hike to the 3,300m summit zone; round-trip transfers included.
  • You’ll get a volcanological guide (fluent in English & Italian) leading a hike from 2,800m to 3,300m in a group of 8 guests (max) across the wide craters of Valle del Bove and the rims of Bocca Nuova (Etna's largest active crater).

Inclusions

  • 4x4 ride from 1,800m to 2,800m
  • A certified multilingual guide fluent in English and Italian
  • A group of 8 participants (max)
  • Trekking pole, shoes, & helmets

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking.

What’s not allowed

  • The excursion is forbidden to children under 10 years old.
  • This experience is not advisable for people with heart diseases, asthma, high blood pressure, or pregnant women.
  • Pets are not permitted on the tour.
  • Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the excursion.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users and is not suitable for guests with limited mobility.

Additional information

  • The excursion is subject to weather conditions and volcanic activity and may be canceled or modified for safety reasons.
  • A minimum of 8 participants is required for the tour to operate.
  • Helmets, trekking poles, and trekking shoes are included in your booking.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Mount Etna cable car ascending with volcanic crater in the background.
Cable car ascending Mount Etna with volcanic crater in background, Sicily.
Visitors trekking near Mount Etna's summit on a guided tour.
Aerial view of Mount Etna's craters with smoke rising, Sicily, Italy.
Tourists disembarking from 4x4 vehicles at Mount Etna's volcanic landscape.
Jeep and cable car on Mount Etna guided tour in Sicily.
Mount Etna with surrounding buildings and road, Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna cable car ascending volcanic landscape in Sicily.
Group hiking along Mount Etna's volcanic ridge during a guided trek.
Hikers exploring the rim of Mount Etna Crater in Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna cable car ascending with volcanic crater in the background.
Cable car ascending Mount Etna with volcanic crater in background, Sicily.
Visitors trekking near Mount Etna's summit on a guided tour.
Aerial view of Mount Etna's craters with smoke rising, Sicily, Italy.
Tourists disembarking from 4x4 vehicles at Mount Etna's volcanic landscape.
Jeep and cable car on Mount Etna guided tour in Sicily.
Mount Etna with surrounding buildings and road, Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna cable car ascending volcanic landscape in Sicily.
Group hiking along Mount Etna's volcanic ridge during a guided trek.
Hikers exploring the rim of Mount Etna Crater in Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna cable car ascending with volcanic crater in the background.
Cable car ascending Mount Etna with volcanic crater in background, Sicily.
Visitors trekking near Mount Etna's summit on a guided tour.
Aerial view of Mount Etna's craters with smoke rising, Sicily, Italy.
Tourists disembarking from 4x4 vehicles at Mount Etna's volcanic landscape.
Jeep and cable car on Mount Etna guided tour in Sicily.
Mount Etna with surrounding buildings and road, Sicily, Italy.
Mount Etna cable car ascending volcanic landscape in Sicily.
Group hiking along Mount Etna's volcanic ridge during a guided trek.
Hikers exploring the rim of Mount Etna Crater in Sicily, Italy.
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Mount Etna Cable Car Tickets

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€59.90
Extended validity
Flexible duration

Ascend to 2,500m from the south base (1,900m) via a cable car in 12 minutes or less.
Difficulty level: Easy | Quick lift with minimal effort

  • Everything you get: Get round-trip cable-car transfers from Rifugio Sapienza (South base) at 1,900m to the elevation at 2,500m. Upon reaching, take in the striking dark cones of the Monti Silvestri craters alongside the dramatic formations from the 2003 eruptions at your own pace.
  • Why choose this: This is the quickest and easiest way to reach the volcano with no waiting and little commute time along with the flexibility of self-paced exploration and freedom to return whenever you're ready.
  • Upgrade: There are hour-long queues at the cable car station. With these tickets you bypass them, making it the quickest and easiest way to see the craters while enjoying the freedom of self-exploration.

Ascend to 2,500m from the south base (1,900m) via a cable car in 12 minutes or less.
Difficulty level: Easy | Quick lift with minimal effort

  • Everything you get: Get round-trip cable-car transfers from Rifugio Sapienza (South base) at 1,900m to the elevation at 2,500m. Upon reaching, take in the striking dark cones of the Monti Silvestri craters alongside the dramatic formations from the 2003 eruptions at your own pace.
  • Why choose this: This is the quickest and easiest way to reach the volcano with no waiting and little commute time along with the flexibility of self-paced exploration and freedom to return whenever you're ready.
  • Upgrade: There are hour-long queues at the cable car station. With these tickets you bypass them, making it the quickest and easiest way to see the craters while enjoying the freedom of self-exploration.

Inclusions

  • Round-trip cable car tickets with skip-the-line access
  • Round-trip 4x4 jeep (as per option selected)
  • An expert multilingual guide fluent in English, French, Italian (as per option selected)

Exclusions

  • Large luggage not allowed
  • Drones not allowed

What to bring

  • Wear a windbreaker jacket and hiking shoes.
  • Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking.

What’s not allowed

  • Large luggage, suitcases, and oversized bags are not allowed on the cable car or tour vehicles.
  • Drones are not permitted anywhere on the premises.
  • The experience is not recommended for people with heart or respiratory conditions, high blood pressure, or for pregnant women.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not accessible to wheelchair users.

Additional information

  • The service operates daily from 8:30am to 4pm (last descent at 3:50pm), subject to weather or technical conditions.
  • Dogs are allowed if kept on a leash and with a muzzle at all times.
  • You can rent windbreakers, boots, and poles at the 2,500m station if you do not have suitable clothing.
  • These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 5 days.
  • These tickets are valid for 5 days from the date of purchase.