Discover Etna and the Alcantara Gorges! The perfect mix of adventure and refreshing relax! The excursion begins by SUV or minivan (up to 8 people), together with our experienced guides. Our first stop is an off-road trip to the 2002 eruption lava fron. Continuing along the Via Mareneve, in the middle of the Ragabo pine forest, we will arrive at the starting point of our trekking to the Monti Sartorius craters. We will continue on foot, starting at 1650 metres and arriving at an altitude of 1750 metres, an easy walk suitable for everyone. We will then explore a lava flow cave, the Grotta dei Ladroni, equipped with helmets and torches. We will stop at a local chalet or restaurant for lunch (included in the price: a first course, water and coffee/tea). After lunch, we will reach the characteristic Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. A refreshing and relaxing visit to a wonderful place. You can cool off in the Alcantara river in the middle of the canyon of the Gorges!
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Transportation by SUV or minivan from the meeting point to all the points of interest included in the tour, with return to the original meeting point at the end of the tour. First stop to visit the lava flow from the massive 2002 eruption. Main hike of approximately 3 km along the typical “bottoniera” side craters of the Sartorius Mountains. Exploration of the Grotta dei Ladroni, a lava flow cave. Lunch at a local Etnean chalet or restaurant, included in the price: a first course dish, water and coffee/tea.
After lunch (included in the price: a first course dish, water and coffee/tea), we will pass through Castiglione di Sicilia, one of “Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages”, and arrive at the Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. The Alcantara Gorges lava canyon is located in the municipality of Motta Camastra, it's a masterpiece of nature carved out over thousands of years. With walls up to 25 meters high and passages barely 2 meters wide. The entry fee to the Alcantara Botanical Park is included in the price; we will stop for about 1 hour for a free visit of the Alcantara Gorges.
After submitting your booking you will be contacted to schedule the exact pick up time. We kindly ask you to keep an eye on notifications via app, email, WhatsApp or direct calls.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch lasts about 6–8 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $101 per person for this Catania experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Children aged 3–10 pay from $85, adults from $101. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. After submitting your booking you will be contacted to schedule the exact pick up time. We kindly ask you to keep an eye on notifications via app, email, WhatsApp or direct calls.
The experience is available in EN, IT, FR.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 310 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Dream Island.
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Great, full day out. Mario was full of knowledge about the local villages, buildings and culture. He imparted his love of the volcano and its interesting history. The trekking was not arduous and suited the group. Lunch was pasta, water and coffee. The pick up and drop off ran smoothly.
Great experience especially the support service. Very helpful and responds quickly. The tour was informative and the ride was smooth and on time. Visited all the places accordingly.
A beautiful tour made even more beautiful, interesting, pleasant, and educational by the two guides, Rosario and Alfio... who gladly leave no one behind and adapt the tour to the people. Highly recommended, not to be missed with them.
We had Julia as a guide and she was great. We went to 4 different spots to visit lava caves, lava holes, and a hike up Mt Etna. Unfortunately it was foggy at the top so couldn't see much. Lunch was lively and fun.
Very beautiful day. Very interesting and passionate guide for foreigners. The organizer took great care of his clients for the rest of the trip. The day went by quickly.
Amazing experience. Julia was awesome. An absolute pleasure to have as our guide and driver. She was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. We’re glad we picked the excursion and learned so much about Mt. Etna.
Very funny guides and beautiful excursions with plenty of time at the stops. Good food stop. Recommended
We had such an amazing experience exploring Mount Etna and the Alcantara Gorges, and so much of that was thanks to our incredible guide, Massimo! He was absolutely amazing so knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. He explained everything so well and made the entire experience both fun and interesting. The scenery was breathtaking, and getting to experience both Mount Etna and the Alcantara Gorges in one day was unforgettable. Lunch was also incredible, with so many delicious options to choose from! Massimo truly made the experience special, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guide. If you’re looking for an amazing experience in Sicily, we highly recommend this tour and especially Massimo as your guide!
Beautiful experience, wonderful places. Our driver Giuseppe was great company and the restaurant was excellent. Despite the appreciated availability, it is a pity about the lightness with which our guide Salvatore conducted the visit, basing his attitude on friendliness and joking rather than the technical aspect that we expected to find, also considering the costs incurred to carry out the experience. Absolutely recommended, but it would be nice to be able to ensure that you receive adequate information step by step during the visit, especially because by catching the explanations of other guides, it was possible for us to grasp more interesting and useful aspects to understand the peculiarities of the place.
Fantastic tour! Massimo is an exceptional guide as well as a pleasant person; we visited some very interesting sites, and he explained in depth both the history of the mountain and the human approach to it, including the fauna and flora—truly very comprehensive! Very good lunch at the mountain hut, and finally the Alcantara Gorges, which were truly evocative; it was a wonderful experience!
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch | 6–8 hours | 4.8 (310) | $101 | |
 Etna and Alcantara Gorges Tour – Trekking, Lava Cave and River | 8 hours | 5.0 (96) | $103 | View |
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