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Craters you can walk up to, from Etna’s summit vents to the Canary Islands’ lava fields and Central America’s cones. These 15 compare start times, guide rules near the crater and what the price includes.

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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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

2.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

3.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

4.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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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

5.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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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

6.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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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

7.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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From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Trek - The one-hour drive from Antigua to San Vicente
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From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Trek

8.From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 798 reviews · 6 hours · from $23Best value

Travel by shared minivan from Antigua to Pacaya, then hike through pine forest and volcanic ash with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. The four-hour volcano visit includes summit views, steaming ground, possible lava, and marshmallows roasted by volcanic heat. Guides such as Carlos, Leslie, Roberto, and Jose have led past departures.

“Very fun but harder than we expected. It was steep and the altitude is tough, but if you do need a horse, it’s still a fun experience! The guides are nice and the views are stunning!”

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From Catania: trek on Mount Etna, Lava Cave & tasting Tour - The ride from Catania to Sapienza Refuge
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From Catania: trek on Mount Etna, Lava Cave & tasting Tour

9.From Catania: trek on Mount Etna, Lava Cave & tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 563 reviews · 7 hours · from $68

Spend seven hours exploring Mount Etna with a multilingual guide such as Lorenzo, Carmelo, or Tommaso. Walk around inactive craters, inspect newer lava fields, enter Grotta Lunga with a helmet and lamp, then taste honey, olive oil, wine, and other Sicilian products near Ragalna. Pickup and drop-off in Catania are included, while cable-car and 4x4 upgrades cost extra.

“I would highly recommend this trip. However you need to add the extra to go as high as you can!”

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From Taormina: Half-Day Mount Etna Morning Trek - Leaving Taormina for Etna’s upper slopes
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From Taormina: Half-Day Mount Etna Morning Trek

10.From Taormina: Half-Day Mount Etna Morning Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 504 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $106

From Taormina, a small-group guide such as Tony, Roberto, Ricardo, or Ugo takes you to Etna at about 2,000 meters. Walk around extinct craters, enter a lava cave, and finish with a light winery lunch, local wine, and almond wine. Boots, jackets, and walking sticks are included.

“Our guide, Ugo, was excellent. Knowledgeable, fun, interesting and all in perfect English. As a qualified geologist, he was able to offer a unique insight into the volcano and its history.”

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Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4x4 cable car and Trekking - Walking through the 2002 lava channel
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Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4×4 cable car and Trekking

11.Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4×4 cable car and Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 504 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $66

Ride from Rifugio Sapienza to 2500 meters by cable car, continue by 4x4 to 2850 meters, then hike near the Barbagallo crater at about 3000 meters. An Alpine or volcanological guide leads the walk, and boots, socks, jackets, and helmets are provided. Plan on 4 to 5 hours, plus €45 for transport.

“The views on top of Mt Etna are out of this world stunning. Our guide Pepe, was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot about volcanoes. We took the gondola, then jeep and hiked the remaining way up to the top(3000 meters). We walked around the spines of the craters, through a lava channel and back down to the gondola. Although the tour says it’s a moderate activity, we would rate it strenuous. You should also not be weary of very close high altitudes. The spines are only 2 to 3 feet wide with drop offs on each side. We are all physically fit and agreed the hike requires strong…”

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Mount Etna: Summit Trekking Tour - The 20-minute 4x4 ride to 2,900 meters
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Mount Etna: Summit Trekking Tour

12.Mount Etna: Summit Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 347 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $65

Meet at Piano Provenzana for a safety briefing, gear check, and 4x4 ride to 2,900 meters. Then hike across lava fields toward Etna’s summit craters, with guides such as Luca, Marco, or Arturo explaining the volcano and adjusting the route to weather and volcanic activity. Jackets, boots, helmets, and insurance are included, but the €50 4x4 fare is paid in cash.

“Exceptional! Our guide, Luca answered all my questions in great detail and he also helped me to join the lava afternoon tour. Thank you Luca, was an amazing experience!”

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Volcano Trekking Tour (Timanfaya eruptions) - Guides Who Turn Rock Into a Story
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Volcano Trekking Tour (Timanfaya eruptions)

13.Volcano Trekking Tour (Timanfaya eruptions)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50Top rated

Start with hotel pickup or meet at Tinajo for a three-hour, 7 km circular walk through Timanfaya’s volcanic terrain. Guides Alejandro, Ula, and Sabrina explain lava, craters, colors, and Lanzarote’s eruptions while you climb La Rilla Volcano and cross lava fields. The route is rated low difficulty, but includes a few uphill sections.

“The trip was amazing, Ula, the tour guide, was very friendly and easy to talk to. She was very knowledgeable about the history of volcanoes, paced the walk to suit everyone. The scenery was breathtaking and being able to get up close with the lava flows was great. I honestly couldn't recommend this tour company and guide any more highly.”

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Etna - Trekking to the summit craters (only guide service) experienced hikers - The 9.5-kilometer 4x4 ride up Etna’s north slope
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Etna – Trekking to the summit craters (only guide service) experienced hikers

14.Etna – Trekking to the summit craters (only guide service) experienced hikers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 286 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Meet your English-speaking volcano guide at Piano Provenzana, then ride an authorized 4x4 to 2,960 meters and hike toward Etna’s summit craters. Guides such as Poldo, Nikos, Daniele, and Paolo explain the volcano as conditions allow. Expect about 12 to 13 kilometers, cold wind, loose volcanic ground, and a long descent.

“The tour was very well organised and Nikos was a great guide. They made us feel safe at all times and shared lots of information about the volcano and the different craters. Would highly recommend.”

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Mount Etna: scenic Summit Trek with a volcano Guide and Gear - Starting at Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza
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Mount Etna: scenic Summit Trek with a volcano Guide and Gear

15.Mount Etna: scenic Summit Trek with a volcano Guide and Gear

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 284 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $41

Follow an Italian or English-speaking alpine guide from Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza to Etna’s summit area. After the cable car and optional 4x4 transfer, hike across volcanic terrain, inspect recent craters, and learn how the volcano works. Trekking shoes and a helmet are included, but cable car and 4x4 tickets cost extra.

“Fantastic experience! So pleased that my boyfriend and I chose Etna Tours to go with! This excursion was fantastic value for money, and what an incredible experience looking down into the craters of Europe’s most active volcano to see it spewing molten lava! They provided walking boots, jackets, helmets and walking sticks. We were able to pay the additional €33pp for the cable cars and 4x4 bus on card. The hike was relatively difficult but we took it at a nice gentle pace and every direction you looked the views were breathtaking. Because we were lucky enough to have such good visibility out guide took us over the centre of…”

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