Mount Etna + Volcanic Caves Hiking Tour from Catania

Had a very nice time trekking around the lower craters of the Etna and a volcanic cave; the guides were great, specially...

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On this tour from Catania, we'll hike around Etna and its volcanic caves to explore one of the most famous volcanoes in the world. We'll go deep into its depths and learn about volcanology.

Details

Duration

5 hours 30 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Italian.

Included

Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Entrance to the volcanic caves of Etna
Trekking poles

When to book

You can book up to 10 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Minimum age

Not permitted for anyone under 10 years

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Piazza Paolo Borsellino

Reviews of our customers

9.9

Exceptional 556 Travelers·33 reviews

May 4, 2026
Laura
Spain
Had a very nice time trekking around the lower craters of the Etna and a volcanic cave; the guides were great, specially Raffaella who drove us there ...
Traveling solo
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May 10, 2026
Emanuela
Pinerolo, Italy
Magnificent tour: it is truly a unique experience that was accompanied by Raffaela and Christopher, two spectacular guides! They answered all my quest...
Traveling solo
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October 15, 2025
Carmen Barrera
Almeria, Spain
Excellent activity with a wonderful guide. Andrea explained everything very well and took us to the main sites in the park.
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February 17, 2024
Natalia
Madrid, Spain
Although the excursion we had originally planned could not be carried out due to the weather conditions, they immediately proposed a new route, they r...
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June 18, 2025
Angela
Italy
Extraordinary experience that we will always carry with us! Andrea was an excellent guide, she explained everything about Etna and the volcanic caves....
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June 6, 2025
Manuel
Spain
Everything went very well. The company has a van for 8 people and our group was this size. The company has a helmet, walking sticks and boots for ever...
Traveling solo
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May 5, 2025
Martino
Martina Franca, Italy
Beautiful experience enriched by the competence and kindness of Raffaella and Cristoforo, the 2 Environmental Hiking Guides who accompanied us through...
With friends
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April 14, 2024
Stefania Biasiolo
Padova, Italy
The experience was really interesting. The combination of scientific, historical and cultural information and the opportunity to enjoy the view was pe...
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June 23, 2023
Irene Flores Cuño
Spain
The volcano experience was incredible, it was certainly worth the trip. In addition, the treatment received by the guides was impeccable, all very clo...
With friends
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September 24, 2025
Olga Diaz
Pamplona, Spain
I really enjoyed the trek. The guide was extremely attentive and very professional with his explanations. It was an incredible experience and I highly...
As a couple
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On this tour from Catania, we'll hike around Etna and its volcanic caves to explore one of the most famous volcanoes in the world. We'll go deep into its depths and learn about volcanology.

Hike Details

At the designated time, we'll meet at Piazza Paolo Borsellino and board a bus to leave Catania behind and drive through increasingly wild landscapes. Mount Etna awaits us!

After about an hour's drive, we'll have reached the slope of the volcano, from where we'll start our hike. Here, we'll provide you with the necessary equipment and start our 2.5 hour trekking route, which will show us the incredible landscapes that Europe's highest active volcano has to offer. We'll skirt around secondary craters, walk through expanses of black lava and enter real volcanic sand deserts.

During the Etna trekking route, we'll cross forests, see secondary craters, walk through black sand deserts and see high ravines next to ancient lava flows.

We'll spend half an hour exploring one of the many volcanic tubes of Etna. As we go underground, we'll discover truly amazing facts about volcanology.

Finally, we'll leave the cave and return to the bus to go back to Catania. We'll finish the activity after a total of 5.5 hours back at the starting point.

Sunset Hike

If you wish, you can choose the evening hike, allowing you to immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Mount Etna at sunset. Starting at 4:30 pm, this unforgettable adventure will take you on a journey to witness the breathtaking sunset over the magnificent Etna volcano. Prepare to be mesmerized by the stunning colors and serene atmosphere as you explore the remarkable landscapes.

9.9

Exceptional 556 Travelers·33 reviews

May 4, 2026
Laura
Spain
Had a very nice time trekking around the lower craters of the Etna and a volcanic cave; the guides were great, specially Raffaella who drove us there ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
May 10, 2026
Emanuela
Pinerolo, Italy
Magnificent tour: it is truly a unique experience that was accompanied by Raffaela and Christopher, two spectacular guides! They answered all my quest...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
October 15, 2025
Carmen Barrera
Almeria, Spain
Excellent activity with a wonderful guide. Andrea explained everything very well and took us to the main sites in the park.
With friends
Is this useful?
February 17, 2024
Natalia
Madrid, Spain
Although the excursion we had originally planned could not be carried out due to the weather conditions, they immediately proposed a new route, they r...
With friends
Is this useful?
June 18, 2025
Angela
Italy
Extraordinary experience that we will always carry with us! Andrea was an excellent guide, she explained everything about Etna and the volcanic caves....
As a couple
Is this useful?
June 6, 2025
Manuel
Spain
Everything went very well. The company has a van for 8 people and our group was this size. The company has a helmet, walking sticks and boots for ever...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
May 5, 2025
Martino
Martina Franca, Italy
Beautiful experience enriched by the competence and kindness of Raffaella and Cristoforo, the 2 Environmental Hiking Guides who accompanied us through...
With friends
Is this useful?
April 14, 2024
Stefania Biasiolo
Padova, Italy
The experience was really interesting. The combination of scientific, historical and cultural information and the opportunity to enjoy the view was pe...
Is this useful?
June 23, 2023
Irene Flores Cuño
Spain
The volcano experience was incredible, it was certainly worth the trip. In addition, the treatment received by the guides was impeccable, all very clo...
With friends
Is this useful?
September 24, 2025
Olga Diaz
Pamplona, Spain
I really enjoyed the trek. The guide was extremely attentive and very professional with his explanations. It was an incredible experience and I highly...
As a couple
Is this useful?

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Points of interest in Catania

Mount Etna

Types of activities in Catania

Day trips Guided tours and free tours Off-roading Hiking

Other activities in Catania

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On this tour from Catania, we'll hike around Etna and its volcanic caves to explore one of the most famous volcanoes in the world. We'll go deep into its depths and learn about volcanology.

Hike Details

At the designated time, we'll meet at Piazza Paolo Borsellino and board a bus to leave Catania behind and drive through increasingly wild landscapes. Mount Etna awaits us!

During the Etna trekking route, we'll cross forests, see secondary craters, walk through black sand deserts and see high ravines next to ancient lava flows.

We'll spend half an hour exploring one of the many volcanic tubes of Etna. As we go underground, we'll discover truly amazing facts about volcanology.

Finally, we'll leave the cave and return to the bus to go back to Catania. We'll finish the activity after a total of 5.5 hours back at the starting point.

Mount Etna + Volcanic Caves Hiking Tour