Meet Vincenzo, your local guide in Sicily
About Vincenzo
Vincenzo is a licensed volcanological guide who leads hiking tours and active day trips all over Mount Etna. Hailing from a little town on the volcano's slopes, he's about as local as they come and Etna is quite literally his backyard.
While he of course does the challenging hikes to the summit craters, he also runs more leisurely experiences that combine time exploring the volcano's stunning terrain with visits to little villages and lovely vineyards on its slopes. Etna is more than just hiking!
With a strong scientific background, Vincenzo is able to share really fascinating insight into the volcanic activity, the unique geological formations, and the constantly evolving landscape found here. And having guided guests of all ages and interest levels, he knows how to present this information in a way that doesn't feel like just another science class.
Whether you're looking for a challenging ascent to the summit or an easy family-friendly day out on the volcano, Vincenzo is always happy to work together to create a perfectly tailored experience.
Specialities
Outdoors
Day Trips
Food & Wine
Quick Facts
Lives In
Milo (Mt. Etna)
Guides In
Sicily
Years of Experience
20 years
Languages
English, Italian, and French
Want to meet Vincenzo before you book?
A note from Vincenzo
Hello and welcome to Sicily! I'm Vincenzo.
If you're reading this, I think I can assume you're planning a visit to Mount Etna. And if you're looking for a guide who knows the volcano inside and out (well, maybe not literally inside), I'd love to help you explore!
As a local, guiding on Etna is not simply my job; it's also my everyday life. The mountain is my home - it's where I'm from and where I still live - so even when not working, I spend most of my time here. And so that I can offer clients the best possible experience when they visit, I am always studying, observing, and trying to understand the mountain's moods.
I think of my role as a guide as much more than just safely (!!) showing people around a volcano. I'm also here to interpret what we see, to share Etna's physical, cultural, and historical importance, and to show you aspects of the volcano that you couldn't see on your own. And, of course, I also want to give you a warm Sicilian welcome to this part of the island!
If you wish, I can arrange everything for your visit: transportation, trekking options, private routes, crater access, wine tastings at local wineries, and visits to charming villages and towns.
My objective is simple: to make your time on Etna unforgettable and to share with you the atmosphere of a volcano that is, at the same time, majestic, powerful, and surprisingly alive. It would be my pleasure to guide you and introduce you to the place I am proud to call home.
Ci vediamo sulla montagna - see you on the mountain!
