Etna Trekking Half-Day Tour

Sightseeing  :  Italy  :  Sicily  :  Catania  :  Walking Tours

See a different side of Sicily with this tour of Mt. Etna, departing from Catania. This excursion is perfect for the adventurous kind and people who are fit. Hike on the highest active volcano of Europe, enjoy breathtaking views and have a picnic surrounded by nature.This excursion (suitable for people who are fit) includes a hike (easy, medium or difficult) to the south, south-east or north side of mount Etna, surrounded by breath taking natural landscapes, ranging from woods to volcanic deserts. On the way you will stop shortly for a picnic (included in the price).

During the walk you will be able to admire poplars, beeches, birches, chestnuts, oaks and pine trees and also some of the typical fauna of the volcano, such as buzzards, hawks, eagles, foxes, wild rabbits and much more. At the end of the excursion you will visit of a lava cave with helmets and torches.

Possible itineraries
Monte Zoccolaro:
Level: Difficult
Duration: about 2 hours and a half
Maximum altitude: 1739 meters
Difference in altitude: 266 meters
Schiena dell’Asino:
Level: Medium
Duration: about 3 hours
Maximum altitude: 2039 meters
Difference in altitude: 200 meters
Serracozzo:
Level: Medium
Duration: about 3 hours and a half
Maximum altitude: 2180 meters
Difference in altitude: 472 meters