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Etna Nord: Excursion to the Craters of the 2002 Eruption

Learn about Mount Etna's history and immerse yourself in nature

★ 4.8 · 9 ratings3 hrs
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A group of people, including a child, hiking downhill on a trail surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
Two smiling girls in casual clothing, standing on a rocky terrain with mountains in the background under a bright blue sky.
Hikers on a rocky trail with hiking poles; scattered trees and mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
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Duration3 hrs
LocationNicolosi

The experience

Learn about Mount Etna's history and immerse yourself in nature

This guided walk around the craters caused by 2002's eruption is one of the most popular tours among visitors to the northern slopes of Mount Etna. Far from the crowds found on the southern slope, this unique excursion will show you the authentic volcanic environment in peace and tranquility, full of unspoiled nature.

Accompanied by your expert guide, you'll be immersed in a world of lunar landscapes. See the remnants of tourist infrastructure, as well as lush green woods, and explore this impressive site full of local history. The path is just over 4.5 km long (round trip), so make sure you wear your walking shoes!

What’s included

  • Entrance ticket for Etna park
  • Volcano guide
  • Trekking sticks

Not included

  • Lunch, snacks, and bottled water
  • Trekking shoes and windbreaker
  • Parking

Where to go

Starting point at the Chiosco Bar Mareneve

Etna nord-Piano Provenzana, Via Provenzana

View meeting point mapLocal timezone: Europe/Rome

Before you book

Important visitor information

Must know

This type of itinerary is only suitable for people in good physical health. The excursion may be subject to variations in the case of bad environmental conditions

Before purchase

In case of snow, customers must rent snowshoes + poles for 12€ on spot

How to use

Show your smartphone ticket to the guide at the meeting point at the Chiosco Bar Mareneve, at Piano Provenzana

This type of itinerary is only suitable for people in good physical health, not suffering from respiratory diseases or high blood pressure

At the guides' discretion, the excursion may be subject to variations in case of bad environmental conditions

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