Mount Etna Tour: Explore Valle del Bove

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to Mount Etna, the world’s highest active stratovolcano. Explore its stunning landscapes, endemic flora and fauna, and enjoy breathtaking views of the summit craters and the Ionian Sea.

Duration: 6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mount Etna - To admire the fascinating landscape of the Valle del Bove depression and it’s moon like desert from where we will have a breathtaking view of the smoking craters of Mount Etna and the surrounding landscapes facing the lonian sea.
What's Included
  • Local volcanological guide
  • Pick-up/Drop off in Catania
  • Equipment (shoes, trekking poles, helmets, wind stoppers)
  • Insurance
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick-up
Additional Information

Mount Etna stands as the tallest active stratovolcano on the planet.
Join us for a day of exploration in a relaxed, intimate group setting where we will take in the stunning scenery, unique flora and fauna, and the extraordinary landscape of Mount Etna.
We’ll collect you in the morning from a predetermined location (8.30 at piazza Stesicoro 32, Catania…

Location
Piazza Stesicoro
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Rob_l
Feb 24, 2025
Great hike with severe drop-offs - Great guide, a positive experience hiking, however there were areas that appeared dangerous. Remember to bring your good hiking/trekking waterproof boots.
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Pauline_m
Feb 2, 2025
Thank you to our expert... - Thank you to our expert guide Alessandro! 😊 Hike was challenging for me but our guide always makes sure that we're safe. Went as solo traveler and made new friends. Overall, fun and would recommend.
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Judi_n
Jan 10, 2025
Amazing!!!!! - Was such an amazing experience with Ernesto:) he kept us motivated and shared loads of information and stories about Etna. Definitely one of the best trips I have ever been on and I would 100% do it again. THANK YOU ERNESTO !!!
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Joe_r
Oct 21, 2024
Challenging but great Mt Etna hike - Great hiking thru Valley del Bove. I am 61 year old male and fairly fit and this 3-4 hour hike kicked my butt. But that’s just me. Younger people seemed less phased. Bring water, snacks. Would recommend.
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Laura_l
Oct 19, 2024
Wonderful hike of Etna where no other tourist go - Despite rainy day we still managed to get some amazing views and had great experience! You get to go to the paths and places where no other tourist goes - this is what makes it really special and unique
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Lisa_n
Oct 18, 2024
Excellent adventure and guides! - Fantastic tour! The guides, Alessandro and Ernesto were excellent. It was a bit of a challenging climb but well worth it! We learned a lot and the views on Etna were amazing!
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Izabela_j
Oct 16, 2024
Fantastic experience - We had an amazing time! This is quite a hike so be prepared. It's not very steep but constantly uphill on sandy/gravel track. Our guide was very informative and shared his love to Etna with us. Definitely worth booking and better experience than cable car if you are fit enough.
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920chengweih
Feb 20, 2025
Snowy Volcano - Ernesto is a perfect guide, calm, patient and humorous, and all the participants got well equipped. I would recommend this tour to all who are fond of some not typically touristic experiences:) But be aware that this route is not really easy when the path is covered by snow. We didn’t get the chance to view the crater due to bad weather and it became a little bit scary, which makes the whole thing even more unforgettable in the sense of romantic sublimity. Best regards from China and Austria!
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Lawrence_c
Dec 9, 2024
Adventure on Mt Etna - We had high winds and snow, and that helped make the trip! There was a stop at the cafe before and after, and the whole experience was excellent. Bring gloves, a hat, and good boots!
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Michelle_l
Oct 22, 2024
HIGHLY DISAPPOINTING, SCAMMY!!! AVOID - My tour was supposed to be on a Saturday. On Thursday, I received a message from the guide Ernesto if I could switch the tour to Friday instead. However, I was unable to do so. He replied that the weather conditions were going to be bad that weekend. I asked if he would recommend continuing with the tour which I did not receive a response to. I phoned the company on Friday and he only then informed me that the tour was going to be cancelled and he would refund the FULL AMOUNT which I agreed to. However, I received a message from him that evening confirming the tour again. 25 MINUTES before the meeting time, he texted to cancel the tour. I was refunded HALF the total amount which was not agreed on. I have texted and messaged him on this platform and tried to call him numerous times but to no avail. I have not been contacted by him ever since. Highly disappointing!!! Waste of time and money.
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