NO.B. AT THE MOMENT BECAUSE OF THE SNOW IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO PROCEED WITH THE 4X4, SO YOU WILL CONTINUE ON FOOT AFTER THE CABLE CAR. IN TOTAL YOU WILL WALK MORE. THE COST OF THE CABLE CAR ALONE REMAINS UNCHANGED (45 €)

An unforgettable hike: ascent by cable car and 4x4 bus up to 2850m. 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 You will visit the effusive mouth 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 views 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

Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4x4 cable car and Trekking

The excursion to the central crater (3,345 m altitude), takes place mainly on the south and north sides of the volcano and will allow you to visit, in a unique and rare beauty, the craters of the highest active volcano in Europe, Etna!

ETNA CENTRAL CRATER EXCURSION (3,345 m a.s.l.)

Live an exciting adventure to discover Etna. Accompanied by our volcanological guides you will discover the places and secrets of the highest volcano in Europe.



Etna craters excursion 3000 m.

Do you want to spend a whole day on the Sicilian volcano? You can do it with this tour! Visit with us Etna's most fascinating places: caves, hot craters, landscapes, woods. But don't stop here. Push your self… dare the 2700 m!

Etna Sud tour

The Etna 3000 excursion is a tour that allows you to experience the thrill of walking literally surrounded by surreal views. The first part of the tour takes place by cable car, from the Sapienza refuge (1960 mt) to the arrival station of the Etna cable car (2510 mt), from here we will proceed in trekking to visit the Pian del Lago, a false plane of volcanic sand that creates a surreal lunar landscape, we will then climb the crater of the 2001 eruption, from where you can admire the nearby summit craters and the coast. Once you reach the lava fronts of the last eruptions (2018) you will reach a very panoramic area on the famous Valle del Bove, a vast depression generated by the collapse of an ancient volcanic building. The maximum altitude reached with this tour is variable between 2750 and 2950 meters.
LANGUAGE: It is possible to indicate the preference of the language of the tour between Italian, English. In case of unavailability of your language, the excursion will be conducted in English or Italian. 


Etna 3000 from the south with Cable Car and trekking – Morning or Afternoon

Mount Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe and a true icon of Sicily. This is your chance to venture either 1,900 or 2,900 metres above sea level to check out the lunar-like landscapes of the volcano's craters. You'll be driven from Taormina to Rifugio Sapienza, where – if you've chosen to go up to 2,900 metres – you'll switch to a cable car and 4x4 vehicle to reach the main crater for a guided walk and some epic views. If you opt to stay at 1,900 metres, there's free time to explore the nature trails around the Silvestri Craters, along with souvenir shops, cafés and a small museum that tells the story of the mountain's past. Either way, you'll want your camera for this one.

Mount Etna tour from Taormina

Our multi-language high altitude Etna tour offers a unique and breathtaking experience that will take you to explore one of the most spectacular volcanic landscapes in Sicily. Led by expert local guides. You will have the opportunity to walk on active craters and admire volcanic activity up close. Climb the volcano on foot to the base of the summit craters at 3000m. From here you can admire their volcanic activity. To deepen the understanding of volcanic phenomena, the trek continues to the theater of the 2002-2003 eruption, offering a visit to its splendid craters and a visit to a lava flow tunnel.
The itinerary continues with a view of the highest edge of the Bove Valley, allowing you to appreciate the evolutionary history of Etna. Return by cable car.
You will be placed in a small group, accompanied by an authorized Volcanological Guide with professionalism and respect for the laws. we carry out a constant assessment of volcanic criticalities.

Etna Trekking High Altitude For Small Groups

Unique and fascinating excursion on the highest and most active volcano in Europe that takes place on the southern slope of Etna. This side is in continuous evolution, marked by profound changes impressed by the permanent volcanic activity. Ideal excursion that is generally carried out when the activity of the volcano does not allow the reaching of the summit area.

Etna South Trekking in summit area

Get ready to experience Mount Etna like a true explorer!
Start from Rifugio Sapienza and let the cable car take you up to breathtaking altitudes, where a unique trekking adventure begins among ancient lava flows and landscapes that feel truly otherworldly. You'll walk among side craters, explore a lava flow channel, and reach the Barbagallo craters, all while admiring the majestic Valle del Bove from above.

With every step, you'll get closer to the power and beauty of the volcano, as your volcanological guide shares fascinating insights, secrets, and the millennia-old history of Mount Etna. To make this experience even more special, we'll create exclusive drone videos dedicated solely to your excursion, giving you a lasting memory to take home.

An exciting, safe, and unforgettable adventure—perfect for those seeking nature, adrenaline, breathtaking views, and an experience that will stay with them forever. With this tour, you'll take home a unique memory of your excursion thanks to a personalized drone video.

Mount Etna at 3,000m
Trekking among the craters with video drone

Reach the top of the majestic volcano and admire a beautiful glimpse of the Ionian coast. Discover the most suggestive places of this active volcano, among ancient eruptive cones and immense expanses of lava, for an unforgettable experience immersed in nature and history.

The excursion will allow you to reach the summit area of Etna, at an altitude of about 3100 meters above sea level, in a unique landscape, almost lunar. The start will be from 1900 meters above sea level, with cable car and 4x4 jeep, from where we will continue on foot, for 5 km in total, with a volcanological Guide, to the Central Crater at 3345 meters above sea level. The itinerary also includes a visit to ancient eruptive cones and vast lava fields. Return to the starting point by cable car and 4x4 jeep.

Hike to 3000 meters with cable car and 4x4 jeep

Live an exciting adventure to discover Etna. Accompanied by our volcanological guides you will discover the places and secrets of the highest volcano in Europe.

It will be a journey FRA history, geology and volcanology, admiring the active craters of Bocca Nuova, Voragine, Northeast crater and Southeast crater.

Reach the summit of Etna at 3400 mt.

Hike Mount Etna at 3400 meters

A valid alternative to the summit craters is the Etna excursion 3,000 meters. You go up by cable car up to 2,500
mt. From here begins the walk up to a lateral crater (Barbagallo at about 3000 meters).
You will admire the recent lava flows (2021) until you reach the inside of a lava channel.
We will visit an effusive mouth (eruption 2002) and from here we will descend along the sandstones to the
montagnola from where we will observe the immense Valle del Bove, admiring, on fine days, one
view that ranges from the Ionian coast to the interior of Sicily. Duration 4/5 hours.

Guided Trekking on Etna 3000 Meters

Parti per un'avventura indimenticabile sull'Etna, il vulcano attivo più alto d'Europa! La giornata inizia al Rifugio Sapienza, da dove saliremo con la funivia e continueremo in jeep 4x4 tra paesaggi vulcanici mozzafiato. Poi inizierà il trekking verso i crateri sommitali, passando tra crateri laterali e colate laviche, tra panorami spettacolari e atmosfere quasi lunari. Lungo il percorso cattureremo ogni momento con riprese drone personalizzate sulla tua escursione, così da avere un ricordo unico che ti sarà consegnato alla fine del tour. La guida vulcanologica ti svelerà la storia, i fenomeni e i segreti del vulcano in totale sicurezza. Questa esperienza è perfetta per chi cerca avventura, natura e fotografie indimenticabili. Vivi l'Etna come mai prima d'ora: emozione, scoperta e panorami straordinari ti aspettano!

Tour of the summit craters of Etna (3406 m) with video drone

Young and enthusiastic volcanological guides will lead you to the discovery of the recent eruptions that took place in February 2025, through lava canals, old lava flows you will live a fascinating experience on Mount Etna.
Safely you will face the routes with the material that will be provided during the preparation for the experience.
Don't miss a unique opportunity: walk over the mother Etna

Mount Etna Walking Tour from 2500 m to 3000 m with Cable Car and Guide 

Set off from Cefalù on a full-day tour to two of Sicily's must-see treasures – Mount Etna and Taormina. At Mount Etna, Europe's tallest active volcano, you can check out the Silvestri Craters, shops and cafes at 1,900 metres above sea level, or ride the cable car and 4x4 up to 2,900 metres for jaw-dropping views across the island. Then, it's off to Taormina, a charming hilltop town with winding Medieval streets, boutiques, cozy cafes and a historic Greek theatre overlooking the sea.

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