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Let yourself be amazed by the Etna volcano with its caves and active and extinct craters!

Etna excursions

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Etna craters 2002 trekking and cave dei Lamponi
  • Up to 2000m altitude
  • Duration about 4 hours
  • It is the perfect hike for those who want to see craters, hornitos and the beautiful Cave dei Lamponi.

  • Hike for sportive people
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Etna e-bike tour + summit craters trekking 3400m
  • Up to 3400m altitude
  • Duration about 6 hours
  • With the e-bike you will ascend to an altitude of 3000 meters and then continue the climb on foot to..

  • For e-bike and trekking lovers
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Etna summit craters 3400m trekking with 4×4 bus
  • Up to 3400m altitude
  • Duration about 5 hours
  • By 4x4 bus up to 2900m and then walk up to the summit craters at 3400m elevation.

  • Trekking for hikers
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Etna Sunset at 3000m + craters 2002 with 4×4 bus
  • Up to 3000m altitude
  • Duration ≈ 2.5 hours
  • By 4x4 bus we leave Piano Provenzana to visit the 2002 craters and watch the sunset.  

  • Excursion suitable for all
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Sartorius Mounts and Grotta delle Nevi (Nevi Cave) hike
  • Up to 1650m altitude
  • Duration ≈ 2.5-3 hours
  • Easy hike to discover the 7 craters of the Sartorius Mounts and the Nevi Cave.

  • Excursion suitable for all
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Trekking Grotta del Lago and Grotta del Gelo (Lago + Gelo Cave)
  • Up to 2400m altitude
  • Duration ≈ 7-8 hours
  • NeoeAoncient cones and hidden caves: an 'explorer's experience!

  • Experienced hikers only
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Northern Etna snowshoeing: 3 routes for walking in the snow
  • Variable Altitude
  • Duration ≈ 1,5 to 4 hours
  • Three different snowshoeing trips on the north side of Etna: To the 2002 Craters, Sartorius Mountains and Ragabo Forest.

  • 3 Different levels of snow hikes
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Trekking craters 2002 and fracture 1911 and 1923
  • Up to 2100m altitude
  • Total duration about 3 hours
  • Starting from Piano Provenzana we walk on the last eruption that destroyed Etna Nord in 2002.

  • Excursion suitable for all
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Etna south by cable car and trek up to 3000m. to Barbagallo Crater
  • Up to 3000m altitude
  • Duration ≈ 5/6 hours
  • Go up with the Etna cable car to 2500m and hike up to 3,000 meters, among craters and lava flows!

  • Trekking for hikers
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Trekking Etna North 3000m: Downhill among the Rift Craters
  • Up to 3000m altitude.
  • Duration ≈ 5-6 hours
  • A downhill trek from an altitude of 3000m among spectacular craters, lava flows and wild landscapes.

  • Hike for sportive people
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Trekking Serracozzo Cave and Bove Valley
  • Up to 2095m altitude
  • Duration ≈ 3,5 hours
  • The tour starts from path 723, which is located near Rifugio Citelli - Etna North slope.

  • Hike for sportive people
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Salina trekking to Mount Fossa delle Felci
  • Up to 962m. altitude
  • Duration ≈ 4-5 hours
  • Climb to the summit of the Aeolian Islands! Discovering Salina: hike to Monte Fossa delle Felci at 962m!

  • Trekking for hikers
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Bove Valley trek: From the Observatory to Pietracannone
  • Up to 3000m altitude
  • Duration ≈ 6 hours
  • Traverse the majestic Bove Valley on a trek that combines lunar vistas and lush nature.

  • Trekking for hikers
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Stromboli sunset trek: between lava and stars
  • Up to 400m. altitude
  • Duration about 5 hours
  • It is the perfect excursion for those who want to see an active volcano surrounded by the beautiful blue color..

  • Excursion suitable for all
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Trekking to the Great Crater of Vulcano: the heart of the Aeolian Islands
  • Up to 391m altitude
  • Duration ≈ 3-4 hours
  • Explore the beating heart of the Aeolian Islands with a trek to the Great Crater of Vulcano: breathtaking views and..

  • Hike for sportive people

We have Etna excursions suitable for adults and children, for those with no trekking experience and for professionals!

Etna excursions: lunar landscapes, active craters, old lava flows and extinct craters

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When you arrive on Etna and the Aeolian Islands, you feel the primordial energy of the earth, the grandeur of the active volcanoes and the unspoiled beauty that surrounds you. Here, in the heart of Sicily, you will find the perfect combination of wild nature and geological wonder. A few kilometers from Catania and Taormina, Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, invites you to explore its craters, walk among ancient lava flows and enjoy spectacular views that extend to the sea. Our excursions will take you along paths rich in history and legend, to make you live an unforgettable experience, where emotion mixes with discovery.

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But the adventure doesn’t end there. The nearby Aeolian Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offer another dimension of volcanic exploration. From Stromboli, with its spectacular swarm of continuous eruptions, to Vulcano, where you can relax in warm thermal waters, each island is a world in itself, with natural and cultural treasures to discover. The variety of excursions, the incredible views that extend from the peaks of the volcanoes to the deep blue of the sea and the warm Sicilian hospitality make Etna Lava the ideal choice for your next adventure. Come and discover the timeless charm of these volcanic lands and be inspired by their strength and beauty.

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The height of Etna

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The Age of Etna