• Ashàra Volcanological Guides in Sicily - Embark on a trekking adventure with a certified team of mountain and volcano guides who are eager to lead you safely and professionally to the summit of Etna. Enjoy breaks along the journey to capture stunning photos of the summit craters and soak in the breathtaking natural scenery.

Starting from Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza (Etna South), you’ll ascend to 2,800 meters using a cable car and a 4x4 jeep. From there, a two-hour hike through lava flows and lunar-like landscapes will bring you to the Etna Summit Craters. Experience walking along the spectacular rim of the Central Crater, confront the dizzying Northeast Crater, and observe the renowned Southeast Crater, known for its recent and dramatic eruptions. In addition to the expansive summit craters, you’ll witness a unique volcanic environment featuring gas emissions, volcanic bombs, and vibrant ground colors caused by the sublimation of various elements, particularly sulfur. On the descent, visit the Barbagallo craters and traverse a lava flow channel.

Returning to 2,500 meters above sea level via the Etna cable car, you’ll make your way back to the starting point.

Please note that as this is an active volcano, itinerary changes may occur if necessary.

• Trekking sticks
• Helmet
• Insurance and Volcanological Guides
• Trekking boots

• Bottled water
• Snacks
• Tickets of cable car and jeep 4x4 (60€ per person) to pay on spot
• Pick up transfer service from Catania or around
• Wind jacket

Each excursion is carried out in compliance with the levels of volcanic risk.

After the meeting and departure from Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza (Etna Sud), with the cable car and 4x4 jeep you reach an altitude of 2,800 meters and from here in about 2 hours of walking through lava flows and environments looking lunar, you reach the Etna Summit Craters at 3340mt. Here we will walk on the spectacular rim of the Central Crater, we will face the dizzying Northeast Crater and we will see at our side the famous Southeast Crater, author of the most recent and impressive eruptions. In addition to the vastness of the summit craters, you will admire a unique volcanic environment, with gas emissions, volcanic bombs and the sparkling colors of the ground thanks to the sublimation of various elements, including sulfur in particular. During the descent we will visit the craters of Barbagallo and cross a lava channel.
Once again at 2500 m with the Etna cable car we will return to the starting point.

• People have to be in a perfect physical conditions. The level is medium-high

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