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Etna Summit Craters Excursion

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4 to 5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This tour will allow you to get close to the area of the summit craters of Etna characterized by the typical volcanic activity with gas and sulfur emissions. With the naturalistic guide you will go to the entrance of the Etna cable car and from here you will take the cable car that will take you to 2500mt., from there you will be transported by 4×4 bus to an altitude of 2800mt. where you will find the volcanological mountain guide who will show you the craters of the 2002 eruption and at the same time you will find yourself face to face with the smoking summit craters. It will also be possible to choose the option only with the ascent by cable car up to 2500 meters.

At the end of the high-altitude tour, the guide will show you other peculiar elements of Etna located at lower altitudes to finally take you to a farm located in Zafferana Etnea to taste the typical products of the place.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Helmets and torches
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Cable car, 4x4 and volcanological guide ticket €78 per person to be paid locally
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Mount Etna

Excursion that will allow you to observe from a close distance the active craters of Etna characterized by emissions of gas and sulfur. - Pick up at an accommodation or agreed meeting point - Visit to the summit area (reachable by cable car) at an altitude of 2900 meters with a volcanological mountain guide - Visit of a lava flow cave (helmets and torches provided) - Visit of the famous lava flow of 1991/93 which reached the gates of the town of Zafferana; - Tasting of typical products in a local company at Zafferana - Drop off at the accommodation or meeting point.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Etna Summit Craters Excursion?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • helmets and torches.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
The following is NOT included:
  • Cable car, 4x4 and volcanological guide ticket €78 per person to be paid locally.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Accessibility information for the Etna Summit Craters Excursion is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Bottled water
  • Helmets and torches
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  • Cable car, 4x4 and volcanological guide ticket €78 per person to be paid locally

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