Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania
Description
Whether you're a nature lover or simply curious, this tour offers a perfect blend of geology, exploration, and Sicilian culture, all in the comfort of a small group of up to 8 people. Your journey begins with a scenic drive up the slopes of Etna to reach the iconic Sapienza Refuge, located at 1,986 meters. Surrounded by dramatic volcanic landscapes, you’ll explore some fascinating Craters, as well as recent lava fields from the volcano’s latest activity. Led by a certified nature guide, you’ll then delve into the underground world of a real lava cave, equipped with a helmet and headlamp. Enjoy a relaxing stop at a local products store nestled on Etna’s fertile slopes. Taste Sicilian specialities like local honey, and olive oil.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Hotel pickup and drop-off from allowed addresses (If the option is selected)
stop for break
Trekking through natural path in Monte Etna
altitude option
visit of lava cave
Sampling of typical product in a local farm
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up is available from accommodations with van access or within a short walking distance of a suitable meeting point, as well as from the port and train stations in Catania city and Aci Castello.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Notification is required for wheelchair participants
Reviews(588)
Alessandro was the most fantastic guide we could have asked for! He picked us up right outside our apartment and made sure we were comfortable. He was incredibly knowledgeable about Catania and the surrounding villages and his knowledge of Mt Etna was insurmountable. Alessandro also recommended the most wonderful tasting lunch and accommodated a stop for gelato on the way back to the city. Would highly recommend!
Our family of 4 had a wonderful day visiting Mt. Etna and the area. The cool air was a welcome relief from the sweltering heat, and the local food and wine tasting was enjoyable. Nando was the perfect guide!
Exciting excursion on Mount Etna. Enzo was very friendly and shared a lot with us about the history of Mount Etna. I really liked the enthusiasm with which Enzo spoke to us :)
Our guide Bruna was spectacular, you can see how much passion and love she puts into her work, she explained things to us with such a desire to make us curious and love the famous mother Etna. Highly recommended!
Salvo was fantastic, he is a Mt Etna local and his enthusiasm & passion for this area is contagious. The mini van was modern and clean and fit 8 of us (max tour number) much faster than in a big bus. We selected quad bikes when we got up there which was enjoyable but the shared group was too big in my opinion (15 quad bikes) and took over an hour to get organised and take off. Last stop was at a winery in Ragalna which was stunning - we were given wine and food tasting from the region and could buy lunch if you want to. Highly recommend this tour and especially Salvo our guide.
Wonderful experience, the guide was super, my children were really happy.
Our guide Edouardo was excellent, I recommend him.
Taken up (Mama Etna) by the volcanic Bruna is a very competent person and passionate about her work; the route was done with children aged 8 and 12 up to 2000m, a fantastic experience. Then we went into a small cave And then to a farm where small tastings of various oils, wines, and cheeses are offered. And you can still have lunch with typical Sicilian dishes at fair prices. Very happy with this experience with my family, a huge thank you to the legendary Bruna for her friendliness, energy, and competence. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Great experience. Frederico was a great guide and Mt Etna and the Enoteca were amazing!
The guide was exceptional. Gave us a lot of information on Mt Etna. We really enjoyed the Hike as well as the stop for wine tasting
