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Etna: Small Group Hiking, Lava Cave & Pickup from Catania

By etnarush
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$153 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Experience the thrill of 'surfing' down steep dunes of soft volcanic ash
  • Climb towards the upper reaches for an epic view over the massive Valle del Bove
  • Step inside a lava tube to witness the volcano's unique inner formations
  • Hike in small groups with a full gear included, from boots to hiking poles

Activity location

    • Catania
    • Catania, Sicilia, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • P.zza Stesicoro, 95124 Catania CT, Italia | Please meet you guide in Piazza Stesicoro, exactly in front of the main entrance to the Roman Amphiteater (Anfiteatro Romano) Your guide will be looking for you and check you booking name upon arrival
    • Catania, Sicilia, Italy

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Etna: Small Group Hiking, Lava Cave & Pickup from Catania

  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m
    7h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
NZ$152.92 x 1 AdultNZ$152.92
Total
Price is NZ$152.92
Until Sat, 20 Jun

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional Hiking Guide (GAE): Official and certified guidance throughout the tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Easy Pickup & Drop-off: No stress about getting there. We'll pick you up and drop you off at our main meeting point in Catania city centre
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided Volcanic Hike: Expert-led journey through lava fields, craters and amazing views!
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Essential Gear & Equipment (on request): Travelling light? No worries! We can provide hiking shoes and warm jackets if you need them
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Insurance: Full liability coverage included
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food & Drinks: Please bring a backpack with at least 1.5L of water and a snack or packed lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal Extras: Any souvenir or extra purchases
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips: Service charge for your guide are always greatly appreciated if you enjoyed the experience!

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Bare feet, Feeding animals, Littering, Making noise, Open-toed shoes, Sandals or flip flops
  • Not suitable for: Children under 8 years, People with altitude sickness, People with heart problems, People with low level of fitness, People with mobility impairments, People with respiratory issues, Pregnant women

What you can expect

Leave the city buzz of Catania behind as we head towards the majestic skyline of Mount Etna. This isn't just a walk, it's an immersive adventure that takes you high onto the slopes of Europe's most active volcano, crossing through its extraordinary belts of biodiversity.

You'll witness the landscape transform: from the lush orchards of the foothills to the forests of birch, pine, and endemic Etna broom, before finally reaching the high-altitude 'volcanic desert'. Led by an expert guide, you'll hike across stark lava fields and lunar terrains, climbing towards the upper reaches of the mountain.

As we ascend, you'll be rewarded with an amazing view with the summit craters facing the Ionian Coast stretching beneath you. We will reach a breathtaking vantage point overlooking the Valle del Bove, a massive, ancient depression that reveals the true raw scale of Etna's power and its geological history.

After taking in the heights, it's time to unleash the fun. Brace yourself for a dynamic descent down Etna's iconic ash dunes. Feel the adrenaline rush 'surfing' down steep slopes of soft black volcanic sand in a thrilling, expert-led experience.

The adventure continues as we pass through a volcanic underworld. You will cross a lava cave, a natural tunnel formed by ancient flows. This passage offers a direct glimpse into the volcano's inner structure before we begin our descent. The experience concludes with a comfortable drive back to Catania, with drop-off at the original meeting point. With small groups and local expertise, we ensure a professional and efficent experience.

Location

Activity location

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    • Catania
    • Catania, Sicilia, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • P.zza Stesicoro, 95124 Catania CT, Italia | Please meet you guide in Piazza Stesicoro, exactly in front of the main entrance to the Roman Amphiteater (Anfiteatro Romano) Your guide will be looking for you and check you booking name upon arrival
    • Catania, Sicilia, Italy