Set off from Piano Provenzana, at 1,800 metres on the northern side of Mount Etna, for an exciting 4x4 adventure through the volcano's rugged landscape. You'll travel in specially equipped off-road vehicles with professional multilingual Alpine guides authorised by the Etna Park Authority.

Your first stop is the Umberto and Margherita craters at around 2,380 metres. You'll take a short walk along the rim of these impressive extinct craters before continuing towards the volcanological observatory at 2,818 metres.

From here, you'll set off on a 15-minute trek to the Pizzi Deneri promontory at 2,850 metres. Weather permitting, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the Aeolian Islands, the Ionian coast from Syracuse to Taormina, Giardini Naxos and the Calabrian coast.

Return to Piano Provenzana after an unforgettable journey through the volcanic landscapes of Mount Etna.

Why you’ll love this…

Trek on the colossal “Umberto and Margherita” craters
Reach the volcanological observatory at 2,818 metres
Explore the summit of the Pizzi Deneri promontory
Experience panoramic views of the Aeolian Islands

Important to know

Not allowed:

Children under 2 years old

Know in advance:

This itinerary is not recommended for people suffering from particular pathologies (cardiovascular, respiratory or hypertension) and pregnant ladies
You can rent boots and jackets on-site

Remember to bring:

Warm clothes and sneakers

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Trekking guide
4x4 tour

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Via Provenzana, 95015 Linguaglossa, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy

Meeting point:

The Etna Travel Service ticket office is located on Piano Provenzana at 1.800 m. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the start of the experience.