Ascend Mount Etna’s summit with a certified guide. Experience breathtaking views and thrilling hikes on Europe’s highest active volcano. Book your adventure now.
Ascend Mount Etna’s summit with a certified guide. Experience breathtaking views and thrilling hikes on Europe’s highest active volcano. Book your adventure now.
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Monte Gebel Di Mariangela Carbonaro - Ascend to the highest accessible point of Mount Etna with a certified alpine guide. Safely admire the splendor of Europe’s tallest active volcano at 3,000 meters above sea level.
Starting from Sapienza Refuge in Nicolosi, a cable car will lift you to 2,504 meters. From there, you’ll hike to the maximum…
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Monte Gebel Di Mariangela Carbonaro - Ascend to the highest accessible point of Mount Etna with a certified alpine guide. Safely admire the splendor of Europe’s tallest active volcano at 3,000 meters above sea level.
Starting from Sapienza Refuge in Nicolosi, a cable car will lift you to 2,504 meters. From there, you’ll hike to the maximum permitted altitude. The 1.5-hour uphill trek will take you past numerous craters, especially towards the crater from the 2001 eruption. You’ll take extended breaks for photos and rest during the hike.
Upon reaching the Barbagallo craters at 3,000 meters, you’ll enjoy an exclusive view of the summit craters. You’ll then hike back to 2,500 meters and take the cable car back to Rifugio Sapienza.
Experience the awe-inspiring sensation of standing atop the world in this rugged, stunning landscape with the vast sky above. After a long pause near the craters, you’ll descend towards the 2002 craters before taking the cable car back to the starting point at Refuge Sapienza.
This tour is strictly forbidden for individuals with heart conditions and asthma.

- Cable car ticket
- Certified Alpine and Volcano Guide
- Helmet
- Hiking sticks
- Wind jacket
- Cable car ticket
- Certified Alpine and Volcano Guide
- Helmet
- Hiking sticks
- Wind jacket
- Lunch
- Hiking shoes
- Lunch
- Hiking shoes
Hike the Etna Volcano to reach the summit craters of Mount Etna, standing at approximately 3000 meters!
You’ll embark on this adventure with a certified alpine and volcano guide, ensuring your safety as you explore the highest active volcano in Europe, towering 3,000 meters above sea level.
Starting from Sapienza Refuge in Nicolosi, a Cable Car will…
Hike the Etna Volcano to reach the summit craters of Mount Etna, standing at approximately 3000 meters!
You’ll embark on this adventure with a certified alpine and volcano guide, ensuring your safety as you explore the highest active volcano in Europe, towering 3,000 meters above sea level.
Starting from Sapienza Refuge in Nicolosi, a Cable Car will transport you up to 2,504 meters, from where you’ll continue with an exhilarating trek.
Expect around 5 hours of hiking.
Please note, the tour may be canceled due to unfavorable weather conditions. For safety reasons, the route to 3000 meters may be adjusted based on volcanic activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.