Mount Etna Adventure: 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

Join us for a delightful day in a small, welcoming group to explore the stunning natural beauty, unique flora and fauna, and the incredible environment of Mount Etna.
We will pick you up in the morning at a designated meeting point (8:30 AM at Piazza Stesicoro 32, Catania or 9:15 AM at Piazza S. Alfio in Trecastagni - PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR PREFERENCE). On…

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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Aleksandra_b
Mar 15, 2026
This was a great... - This was a great experience. The trip was in mid-March, mostly in the snow, with good weather and quite clear skies. Ernesto and Zelia did a great job of keeping the group moving, we walked about 3 hours and very much enjoyed this fabulous landscape.
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Sunshine36593157106
Mar 14, 2026
magnificent royal very good restaurant - Beautiful royal very good restaurant
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Ninamg4596ik
Mar 9, 2026
Beautiful - Hike on Mount Etna truly unforgettable! Ernesto was a fantastic guide: passionate, very professional and able to convey his love for the volcano and for the whole region. Throughout the excursion he taught us a lot about Etna, its history and the surrounding environment. He speaks very good English, so communication is easy even with international groups (groups are mixed). The organization is perfect: transportation is included and the necessary equipment is provided, which makes the experience very comfortable. Special mention also for the stage before the climb with the Parmesan sandwich, really delicious! Thanks again Ernesto for this beautiful moment and for sharing with us your passion for Etna. Highly recommended! 🌋
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Dariopoma
Mar 1, 2026
Wonderful day on the snows of Etna - The guide Dario accompanied us in this magnificent experience that we will not forget and will take with us forever. He was the best escort we could have imagined: warmly friendly and definitely passionate about his work. He transmitted to us the love and pride for his Sicily and for his majesty Etna protagonist in space, time and feelings. Darius is a highly educated and a great and pleasant speaker. The excursion was very rich in topics : historical excursus, geographical and orographic references, information on flora and fauna, but also chemistry and biology. There were also insights into food and wine and many etymological ideas on the French Greek and Latin Arab origin of many Sicilian terms. In short, Dario is really a real volcano 🌋. Thank you for making us live a great adventure and for passing on so much information and passion. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Dario and Silvia
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Yelena_s
Dec 28, 2025
Absolutely worth it! - This was a difficult hike in December. Come prepared. Warm jacket. Warm gloves. Warm hat. The guide - Alessio - was incredibly helpful - he provided us with hiking boots and polls and even an additional jacket for my daughter. But it was hard. The wind on the top is very strong, the incline is steep, the views however - are all worth it!
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Climber21783447102
Dec 22, 2025
Blowing these candles up Mount Etna - I went there to celebrate my 30th birthday and I had a magical experience with the best guide and in small committee with a Belgian couple whom I greet. Being a photographer it was a real joy for the eyes to photograph. I recommend 100%:)
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Sandra_h
Dec 3, 2025
Loved it! - A trip where you actually trek! We did about 6-7km and got up to 2500ft... it was a gorgeous day and a lot of fun. Very doable with decent fitness.. the group goes at a reasonable pace with lots of check ins to make sure everyones ok. For reference I am 38, exercise regularly and found the difficulty 4/10. With few challenging bits and I could have slowed without issue at any point. The terrain was like another planet.. really cool to see. Ernesto as a guide was fantastic. Very much enjoyed his stories and company.
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Ikeri192
Dec 18, 2025
An adventure that makes a difference is born when you travel with respect, learn from culture and protect nature - be aware, with all tourists so they can be happy to venture, in the mountains of Chimborazo..
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Michal_m
Feb 17, 2026
Cancelled 1 minute before the start of the trip - The booking was cancelled 1 minute before starting the trip when I was obviously at the meeting point. When I asked the operator for the reason I was just ignored. If you don't want to risk losing the trip I would suggest using another operator.
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_ukaszph4350mf
Jan 7, 2026
Attention! Hustler! - Attention! Hustler! After receiving the money, he canceled trip to Etna under the pretext of bad weather. Now there is no telephone contact and of course, I haven't gotten my money back. I'm surprised by the high rating on Trip Advisor.
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up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).