Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 15 or more days in advance of your tour date are fully refundable, minus our 3% credit card processing fee. See our complete Cancellation Policy for more information.
Mount Etna Hiking Tour with Bove Valley
Outdoors
Active
Hiking
3 hours
Transportation Included
Private Tour
About
You will fall in love with Mount Etna!
On this tour, we'll explore, on foot, the beauty of Mount Etna by hiking along the Schiena dell'Asino trekking route, one of the prettiest routes that can be done in this natural park.
During the hike we'll ascend from 5906 to 6463 feet (1800 to 1970 meters) and along the way, we'll pass pine forests, and see ancient solidified lava flows, all whilst enjoying amazing views of the Sicilian coast and the Ionian Sea.
As we walk, I will explain how Etna and all of its caves were formed and how its landscapes have changed throughout history.
Once we have reached the end of the trail, we'll admire the Bove Valley, an extensive depression of more than 5 miles (8 kilometers) located on the eastern side of Etna. The volcanic sand gives this place a desert-like appearance that many compare to a lunar landscape!
After admiring the incredible panoramic views that Etna has to offer, we'll start our descent, and we'll pass near a large black sand channel and see a volcanic cave.
We'll finish the trekking route after a total of 3 or 4 hours, arriving back to the cars at the starting point.
I can pick up no more than 3 people in my car, so for larger groups you will need to have your own rental or I can help you arrange for a driver to bring you there and back.
Please bring with you the following:
- comfortable shoes (good sneakers or hiking shoes)
- 2 liters of water each
- a hat to protect against the sun
- something to snack on during the trek
Overview
Highlights
- Bove Valley viewpoint
- Stunning panoramas
- Schiena dell'Asino path
- Unique Etna landscapes
- Private tour - only you and your guide
Duration
Approximately 3 hours
Start Time
This tour can start at any of the following times: 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, or 3:00 PM
Included
- Your guide Mirco
- Private round-trip transportation
Not Included
Languages
This tour can be delivered in English, Spanish, or Italian
Max Participants
This private tour can accommodate parties of up to 8 people
Price
This tour costs a flat fee of $305.00 USD
Transportation
Private round-trip transportation is included in the cost of this tour
Tour Itinerary
Meet in Catania or directly at Etna
Start our hike from the Schiena dell'Asino entrance/parking
Quick stop to see an "hornito" geologic feature
Enjoy a fabulous walk in nature
Stop for a stunning panoramic view
Walk some more!
Pass by the Bove Valley
See Pitagora's cave
Run on a "black sand channel"
Return to the parking lot and/or Catania
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made 15 or more days in advance of your tour date are fully refundable, minus our 3% credit card processing fee. See our complete Cancellation Policy for more information.
