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The 15 Treks Worth Planning a Year Around

801 treks  ·  from $10 a head

Himalayan base camps, volcano summits, gorilla forest and the valleys below Sapa. The 15 below are the treks with the strongest following, each with its days, its price and the height you will be walking at.

Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and 4x4 - Starting at Rifugio Sapienza
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Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and 4×4

1.Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and 4×4

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,823 reviews · 5 hours · from $65Our pick

Reach 3,000 meters on Mount Etna with Etna Guides. Ride the cable car and 4x4, then hike across black volcanic sand to the Barbagallo crater, old lava flows, a lava channel, and an effusive vent from the 2002 eruption. Guides including Antonio, Giuseppe, Michele, and Dario lead groups in English, French, or Italian.

“Our trip to Etna was fantastic—both my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Antonio, our guide, was outstanding. He engaged warmly with everyone in the group and shared his extensive knowledge about Mount Etna and volcanoes in general. It was a truly memorable experience!”

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Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Trek With Guide and Breakfast - What the pre-dawn start really involves
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Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Trek With Guide and Breakfast

2.Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Trek With Guide and Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,461 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $27

Start before dawn with an English-speaking guide such as Roman, Sar, or Ayu, hiking Mount Batur under the stars. At the summit, enjoy a light breakfast and hot drink while looking across Lake Batur and Mount Agung. After descending, use the Mt. Batur Lounge, with toilets, limited showers, and a place to rest.

“Early morning with a challenging hike but so worth it. Had great guides, ended up running down the mountain and racing one of the tour guides- so much fun. Would recommend to everyone!”

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From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide - Starting the descent into Samaria Gorge
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From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

3.From Chania: Full-Day Samaria Gorge Trek Excursion & Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,191 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $41

This full-day trip takes you from Chania to Omalos, then downhill through Samaria Gorge for about 17 kilometers. Guides such as Sara and Christina explain the route and keep an eye on the group. After the hike, relax, eat, or swim at Agia Roumeli before the ferry and bus ride home.

“The adventure through the gorge and our awesome guide”

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Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car - The 4x4 ride to Torre del Filosofo
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Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

4.Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,875 reviews · 5 hours · from $77

Join a small group of up to eight for a guided Mount Etna trek from Etna South. A cable car and 4x4 take you to 2,850 meters, then you hike toward Bocca Nuova, the Central Crater, Barbagallo Crater, and the Valle del Bove. Guides such as Simone, Alessandro, Basilio, and Vincenzo explain Etna’s geology and manage the pace.

“It was one of the best experiences we ever had! Highly recommend!”

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La Palma: Tajogaite Volcano Guided Trek - The 15-minute van ride saves useful energy
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La Palma: Tajogaite Volcano Guided Trek

5.La Palma: Tajogaite Volcano Guided Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,810 reviews · 4 hours · from $45

Walk 8 kilometers around Tajogaite, La Palma’s youngest volcano, on a four-hour guided trek from El Paso. Guides such as Bebe, Gianluca, Juan, Amanda, and Steven explain the 2021 eruption, local history, lava flows, and the people affected. Expect changing weather, ash underfoot, and a moderate climb.

“Highly recommend the Tajogaite hike, it was an experience to remember. We were a small group of 8 and we were very lucky to have Juan as our guide. He was knowledgeable, down to earth and provided great information about the area and the island as a whole during the hike. His English was great and we had a fantastic time during the 4h hike. A taxi picked us up from the tourist office to the start of the hike. The hike was not hard, but do bring a jacket as the weather changes rapidly.”

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Etna: summit craters trekking with volcano guide 3350mt - The cable car to 2500 meters
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Etna: summit craters trekking with volcano guide 3350mt

6.Etna: summit craters trekking with volcano guide 3350mt

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,712 reviews · 6 hours · from $77

Join Ashàra Etna & Stromboli Guides for a six-hour trek from Rifugio Sapienza to Etna’s summit area. A certified Alpine or volcano guide leads you by cable car, 4x4, and on foot toward 3350 meters. Guides such as Massimo, Antonio, Giovanni, and Giacomo are praised for careful pacing, safety, and clear explanations of Etna’s volcanic activity.

“An unforgettable experience with a wonderful tour guide. We learned everything there is to know about Mongibello and even more :)”

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From Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide - The early pickup from Rethymno
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From Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide

7.From Rethymno: Samaria Gorge Full-Day Trek, Pickup & Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,610 reviews · 9 - 12 hours · from $37

Travel from Rethymno to Omalos, then walk Samaria Gorge at your own pace with support from an English, German, and French-speaking escort. Expect a demanding rocky descent, fresh-water springs, ancient trees, mountain goats, and a swim or meal in Agia Roumeli before the ferry back to Sfakia.

“I don't think you could do it cheaper unless you're prepared to hike back up the 16km after a 4ish hour descend (which I wouldn't advise!) Incredible day and very smooth transport/organisation. Thank you so much! I have certainly recommended to everyone I know!”

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Catania: Mount Etna Trekking Tour Beyond the Tourist Trails - Silvestri Craters and the 2001 lava flow
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Catania: Mount Etna Trekking Tour Beyond the Tourist Trails

8.Catania: Mount Etna Trekking Tour Beyond the Tourist Trails

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,596 reviews · 7 hours · from $81

Join Antonio, Renato, or another Etnaround naturalist guide for a seven-hour Mount Etna hike from Catania. Walk from Silvestri Craters toward Valle del Bove, see recent lava flows, explore a lava cave when conditions allow, and slide down volcanic sand. Shoes, poles, jackets, and rain gear are available.

“Best part was the views and Antonio. To be improved: could go even higher”

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Everest Base Camp Trek - 14 Days - Days 1 and 2: Kathmandu to Phakding by way of Lukla
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Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days

9.Everest Base Camp Trek – 14 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,499 reviews · from $1,800Top rated

Trek from Lukla to Everest Base Camp with a small group of up to 14 people, a licensed English-speaking guide, porters, domestic flights, and mountain guesthouses. You will spend acclimatization days in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche, visit Tengboche Monastery, climb Kala Patthar, and return to Kathmandu in 14 days.

“I went solo in October 2025 and it was one of the best decisions of my life. My group was 8 including myself and our awesome guide Kishor and I couldn’t have asked for better people to trek up to base camp with. Kishor knew so much hRead more”

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Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit - A two-hour climb across ash, lava, and loose rock
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Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

10.Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,407 reviews · from $113

Meet your English or Italian-speaking guide at La Terrazza Dell'Etna, ride the cable car to 2,500 meters, then hike across ash and lava toward Etna’s summit craters. Guides such as Luca, Marco, and Manuel set a steady pace, explain the volcano, and adjust the route when weather or volcanic conditions change.

“Its a completely different experience going on top of the mountain, and the view of the crater is amazing. It was a but pricy 130€ (guide, Cable car, bus) but it worth it.”

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Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco - The old cemetery and Strombolicchio views
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Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

11.Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,372 reviews · 5 hours · from $35

Hike with Ashàra Etna & Stromboli Guides from Piazza San Vincenzo to 400 meters on Stromboli. Guides such as Giuseppe, Giovanni, Nino, and Federico share volcanic facts, island stories, and safety advice before you watch sunset and possible eruptions over the Aeolian Islands. The descent is in darkness with a headlamp.

“An unforgettable experience of watching a volcano erupt in a gorgeous sunset”

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Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania - The Catania pickup and long climb toward Etna
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Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania

12.Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,290 reviews · 5 hours · from $70

Travel from Catania to Mount Etna in a small group of up to eight. Taste honey, olive oil, wine, and other local foods, enter the Grotta dei Tre Livelli with a helmet and lamp, then walk among craters at about 2,000 meters for sunset. Guides may include Salvatore, Eduardo, Lorenzo, or Bruna.

“What can I say!! Salvo was outstanding! Real name Salvatore Mario Guiseppe :) That was the first fun fact that I remembered! Picked us up at our hotel in an air conditioned van, along with 3 other people who we got to know. Salvo told us many facts as we drove to the winery first of all this was superb! Wine, spirits, many tastings of honey, bread, oils, cheese it was great to sample everything. Then we ascended to the “middle” where there is a quad bike option. If weather permits you can add this option for a cost….or you can stay on the walking tour as planned. Half of…”

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Mt Toubkal Ascent Express Trek 2 Days 1 Nights - Aït Mizane Valley and Sidi Chamharouch
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Mt Toubkal Ascent Express Trek 2 Days 1 Nights

13.Mt Toubkal Ascent Express Trek 2 Days 1 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 962 reviews · 2 days · from $147

This fast-paced Mount Toubkal trek takes you from Marrakech to Imlil, through Aït Mizane Valley and Sidi Chamharouch, then up to North Africa’s highest summit at 4,167 meters. Local guides such as Mohamed, Omar, Mustafa, and Yassine lead small groups of up to 14. Expect a basic refuge, an early sunrise start, and a very long second day.

“Had a great time and Mustafa and Hussain were both excellent guides. Highly recommend and would genuinely consider doing again”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Trip with Pha Dok Siew Guided Trek - The morning ride and mountain arrival
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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Trip with Pha Dok Siew Guided Trek

14.Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Trip with Pha Dok Siew Guided Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 910 reviews · 1 day

Spend a full day in Doi Inthanon National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Toey, Bobo, Mint, or Daniel. Visit Thailand’s highest point, the King and Queen Pagodas, Wachirathan Waterfall, and a Karen village. The Pha Dok Siew walk is mostly downhill, with forest, bridges, rice fields, waterfalls, and local coffee.

“Really nice tour, van was super comfortable. Guide Elephant was really funny. Great way to connect and meet new people.”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private All Inclusive - The climb begins under moonlight
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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private All Inclusive

15.Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 906 reviews · from $21Best value

Start before dawn from Ubud or Kuta, climb Mount Batur with a Balinese guide, and reach the summit for sunrise, breakfast, and views of Lake Batur. The small group is capped at five people. Guides such as Wali, Made, Madi, Sari, and Jerry are praised for steady support and memorable photos. A coffee plantation visit follows.

“Had such a wonderful experience! Everything went smooth. Gede was an excellent driver and got us to our destinations smoothly and on time - he went above and beyond for us! The hike was a once in a life time experience, Made was an excellent guide up Mt. Batur! This experience is a must in Bali!!!!”

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