Overview
This tour will allow you to get close to the area of the summit craters of Etna characterized by the typical volcanic activity with gas and sulfur emissions.
With the naturalistic guide you will go to the entrance of the Etna cable car and from here you will take the cable car that will take you to 2500mt., from there you will be transported by 4×4 bus to an altitude of 2800mt. where you will find the volcanological mountain guide who will show you the craters of the 2002 eruption and at the same time you will find yourself face to face with the smoking summit craters. It will also be possible to choose the option only with the ascent by cable car up to 2500 meters.
At the end of the high-altitude tour, the guide will show you other peculiar elements of Etna located at lower altitudes to finally take you to a farm located in Zafferana Etnea to taste the typical products of the place.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
In-vehicle air conditioning
helmets and torches
Cable car, 4x4 and volcanological guide ticket €78 per person to be paid locally
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
details to be agreed when booking
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
details when booking
What to expect
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Mount Etna
1 hour 30 min
Excursion that will allow you to observe from a close distance the active craters of Etna characterized by emissions of gas and sulfur.
- Pick up at an accommodation or agreed meeting point
- Visit to the summit area (reachable by cable car) at an altitude of 2900 meters with a volcanological mountain guide
- Visit of a lava flow cave (helmets and torches provided)
- Visit of the famous lava flow of 1991/93 which reached the gates of the town of Zafferana;
- Tasting of typical products in a local company at Zafferana
- Drop off at the accommodation or meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Etna Summit Craters Excursion
Can I cancel Etna Summit Craters Excursion for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4–5 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- helmets and torches
What's not included?
- Cable car, 4x4 and volcanological guide ticket €78 per person to be paid locally
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, French, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Exclusive Etna Excursion
