Get close and personal with Sicily’s most famous volcano on this six-hour, small-group tour. Set off from Taormina — hotel pickups and drop-offs in the vicinity are included upon request — and arrive at Mount Etna, where you’ll spend the day walking through craters, exploring a lava cave, and learning about the volcano’s past eruptions at max. 2000 meters of altitude. Afterwards, you will be provided with a snack, complemented by wine, a little dessert and a sweet wine taste.
- Porta Catania di Taormina: our starting point (pickups from accommodations or agreed meeting points in Taormina available)
- Monti Sartorius: Here, you will begin the trekking portion of this experience, where you will learn about the volcano's history while exploring craters and lava caves.
Included
- Expert Naturalistic Guide
- Pickup and drop-off nearby the hotel
- Helmet and flashlight
- Free rental of hiking boots and jackets
- Snacks and beverages
Not included
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Vegetarian/vegan/gluten free options are available, please specify any dietary requirements in the booking request
- Tours in other languages (French and Spanish) can be arranged upon request, if received with adequate notice.
- We suggest dressing according to the season (consider that the temperature on Etna is usually lower)
- Please let us know your shoe sizes if you require hiking boots
- The trip is not recommended for participants suffering form heart diseases or other serious medical conditions
- Customers will be contacted the day before the tour to confirm the pickup details (hotel if possibile, or in a meeting point nearby).
- We do not recommend participation for pregnant women after the 4th month.
