We thoroughly enjoyed our tour our guide. ALPHONSO was terrific and has a huge knowledge and enthusiasm for the area. We loved etna and feared the gorge might be a bit of a let down, but it certainly wasnt . A great end to a great day .. we can absolutely recommend this tour..
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Dear guest,
thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the full day, from the volcanic landscapes of Etna to the Alcantara Gorge. We're especially glad the gorge exceeded your expectations: it's a hidden gem that often surprises our guests. We'll gladly pass your kind words on to your guide!
We hope to welcome you back to Sicily soon.
Warm regards,
Ivano & the Sicily Active team
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K7339LPjoanns
September 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
My Etna and the Gorge
Fantastic tour. Our guide Jessica was very well informed about the history of the cave and Mt Etna. She clearly has a passion for nature and provided interesting insights regarding the flora and fauna. The hike up Mt Etna was moderate with some uneven paths through the lava fields. Most of the trail was well maintained paths that were easy to navigate. We had a crystal clear day and the views were spectacular. The gorge was also very scenic. The river is cool with a rocky bottom so protective footwear is recommended for wading. Great day overall.
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Hi,
thank you for your feedback about the whole experience Etna and Alcantara river. Yes the river water is cold and a pair of footwear such as the river shoes are reccomended.
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DStar2014
September 14, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
From start to finish, brilliant!
We did mount Etna gorges, hike and caves. It was a fabulous day with our guide Vito. We were on a cruise and he picked up/dropped off on time. Very informative and interesting. Full of knowledge. Provided boots for those who needed them. Lunch stop was great and had gluten free options available. Comms were easy beforehand and the Sicily active team very responsive on email and WhatsApp. Great experience, highly recommend.
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Dear guest,
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled you had a fabulous day exploring Etna's gorges, hike, and caves with Vito — he'll be delighted to hear his knowledge and attention made the experience so special, including sorting out boots and timing everything perfectly around your cruise schedule.
Great to know the lunch stop worked well for gluten-free needs too, and that our team made things easy from the first email through WhatsApp.
Thanks again for recommending us — we hope to welcome you back to Sicily soon!
Sicily Active Team
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622ingvarv
September 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
10 out of 10 experience
Pick up was made very comfortable. Daily plan was re-scheduled according to weather - that helped a lot actually! Guide was 10 out of 10, felt like I went for a hike with my friend.
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for this great review!
We're really glad the pickup was smooth and that rescheduling the Etna tour around the weather made such a difference - safety and comfort always come first for us. And that's exactly the vibe we aim for: a guide who feels like a friend, not just a tour leader!
If you get the chance, our Gole Alcantara body rafting is another great way to experience Sicily's nature up close.
Thanks again, hope to see you back in Sicily soon!
Team Sicily Active
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anagha_mishra
September 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A memorable Etna hike with an exceptional guide
I had a wonderful and very memorable experience hiking Etna with Sicily Active.
I had originally hoped to do the longer hike, and although plans changed a couple of times depending on group size, Sicily Active was always very transparent and kept me well informed. On the day itself, our guide Vito suggested that, if everyone was comfortable, we could attempt the longer route after all, and the whole group enthusiastically agreed.
The hike itself was beautiful, with surprisingly pleasant weather and quite a bit of shade. We started around 1,700 metres and ultimately reached about 2,100 metres. We had the option of continuing toward 2,400 metres, but it became clear that this would be too much for some members of the group, so we stopped there.
What made the experience particularly special was Vito. One older woman in our group found parts of the hike challenging, and he was extraordinarily patient and supportive. He would go ahead to inspect the trail and find safer or easier alternatives, then return to help her through steep or slippery sections. On the descent, he was practically her walking stick. At the same time, he kept the whole group engaged, laughing and learning.
The group itself was wonderful too. Nobody was impatient about moving more slowly; everyone genuinely cheered her on. When she reached our highest point, Vito suggested that we all give her a hug to celebrate. It was such a wholesome moment and perfectly captured the camaraderie that had developed during the day.
Vito also explained Etna’s geology, lava and volcanic activity, showed us photos from recent eruptions, and shared what it was like to witness them himself. Everything, from rest stops to practical advice, was communicated clearly.
I also highly recommend renting hiking shoes from Sicily Active. Some sections are covered in loose volcanic gravel and can be very slippery, and the shoes also saved mine from being completely covered in black volcanic dust.
I had originally hoped to climb higher, but in the end that hardly mattered. I got beautiful views of Etna, a fantastic hike, and an unexpectedly warm and memorable group experience. A huge thank you to Vito and Sicily Active, I’ll remember this day for a long time.
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Thank you so much for this incredibly detailed and heartfelt review!
The story of the group supporting each other, and Vito going ahead to scout safer paths and helping through the tough sections, that's exactly who he is as a guide. That hug moment at 2,100m sounds like it captured the whole day perfectly.
We're also glad the transparency about the route options came through, we always try to keep guests informed as plans evolve on the day. And great tip on the hiking shoes for future guests dealing with that volcanic gravel.
Thank you again, and huge thanks to Vito, this is the kind of day we hope every group gets. Hope to see you back on Etna soon!
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kdsinca
September 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Perfect Way to Experience Mt. Etna
The Etna Trekking was excellent from start to finish. Our guide, Carmelo, was very knowledgeable and shared interesting information as well as ensuring a pace that suited everyone in our small group. The chalet lunch was very tasty and such a nice spot to take a break. Thank you to Sicily Active and Carmelo for such a memorable experience! Highly recommend.
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Thank you so much for these kind words! We're thrilled Carmelo made your Etna trekking experience so memorable — his knowledge and attention to the group's pace are exactly what we aim for. Glad the chalet lunch hit the spot too. Hope to welcome you back to Sicily Active soon!
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Excursion20592009075
August 30, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Tour to Mount Etna
We had a tour to Etna with Pietro today. It was a great experience! Pietro is very kind, friendly and profesional Guide. He has a lot of knowledge and always makes sure everyone can keep up with the pace. Views of Etna were fantastic and we really enjoyed it. Thank you!
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"Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the Etna tour and that Pietro made it such a great experience — his knowledge and care for the group really make a difference. We'll pass on your feedback to him. Hope to see you again in Sicily! 🌋"
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Relax37211392550
August 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best Company for Tours and leaves direct from Taormina
Alberto was a fantastic host for this Tour, we would highly recommend Sicily Active as your go to if looking to book a MT Etna tour. The place they take you too for lunch has some of the nicest food we tried on our trip.
Thank you again to Alberto for making the tour memorable
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for the wonderful review!
We're thrilled to hear Alberto made your Etna tour memorable, and that you enjoyed the lunch spot as much as we do — it's one of our favorite parts of the day too.
We'll be sure to pass your kind words along to Alberto.
Hope to welcome you back to Sicily soon!
Best,
The Sicily Active Team
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benedettac513
August 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
RECOMMENDED!
We spent a wonderful day on Mount Etna and everything went perfectly. The pick-up and drop-off service directly in the van was a unique convenience, allowing us to enjoy the experience without any worries.
Special praise to our two guides, Vito and Giampiero/Gianpaolo: very good, prepared and able to transmit all their passion for the territory. The itinerary was very rich: we climbed up to 2,000 meters above sea level, we explored a fascinating lava flow cave and, to top it off, we visited the beautiful Alcantara Gorges.
Highly recommended excursion to anyone who wants to experience the magic of Etna in total relaxation and safety!
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Grazie mille per questa splendida recensione! Siamo felicissimi che la giornata sull'Etna sia stata così speciale, dal pick-up fino alle Gole dell'Alcantara. Passeremo il vostro plauso a Vito e Giampiero, che saranno felici di sapere di aver trasmesso tutta la loro passione. Vi aspettiamo di nuovo in Sicilia! 🌋
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Vale186338
August 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience
A fantastic trip with Vito to see the Alcantara Gorge followed by Mt Etna’s lava fields and cave. Vito was really friendly and very knowledgeable about the history and geology of the volcano. Pickup and drop off at the cruise port in Messina was very efficient
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Hi,
We are glad that Vito delivered such a fantastic day between Mount Etna and the Alcantara Gorges!