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The 15 Best Hiking Tours in Sicily

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Most hiking here means volcanoes: the summit craters of Etna and the sunset climb on Stromboli. These 15 treks are compared on altitude, time on foot and what the guide includes, with prices.

Mount Etna: Guided Volcano Summit Hiking Tour with Cable Car - Barbagallo Crater and the eruption story
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Mount Etna: Guided Volcano Summit Hiking Tour with Cable Car

1.Mount Etna: Guided Volcano Summit Hiking Tour with Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,784 reviews · from $124Our pick

Ride Etna’s south-side cable car to 2,504 meters, then hike with a volcanic guide toward the highest point permitted that day. The route crosses eruption terrain, a lava channel and the Barbagallo Crater, with a stop above Valle del Bove. Guides such as Edoardo and Giuseppe have earned praise for clear explanations, humor and careful pacing.

“From the moment of booking it, to the organised transport through to the guide and the actual climb it was extremely well organised and clear and concise as to what was happening. It was a beautiful day (if a tad windy at the summit!!) but a memory that will stay with myself and my wife for ever. It was my 51st birthday as well so what an amazing way to spend it. THANK-YOU !!!”

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Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and jeep - Barbagallo crater, Bove Valley and the summit view
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Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and jeep

2.Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and jeep

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,978 reviews · from $62

Start near Rifugio Sapienza and ride the cable car to 2,500 meters, then a 4x4 to about 2,800 meters. With an English, French or Italian-speaking guide, hike to around 3,000 meters to see lateral craters, the Bove Valley and lava from the December 1, 2023 flow, plus a lava channel. Boots, outerwear and trekking poles are provided; transport tickets cost €45 extra.

“We had a great time with Giuseppe being our guide, he was so knowledgeable about the area and the ins and outs of mount Etna. The management was on top, providing us with all the necessary information and gear without further costs. I definitely recommend it, and I'm looking forward to book with them again for the summit climb next time when they allow that. Grazie mille!”

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Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car - Cable car and 4x4 to the high slopes
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Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

3.Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

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

This five-hour Etna trek pairs a cable car and 4x4 ride with a guided hike toward Bocca Nuova, at about 3,300 meters. Expect loose volcanic ground, big views when weather allows, and a descent past the 2002 craters toward Valle del Bove. Guides such as Simone, Marco, and Giuseppe have led outings, but routes change with weather and volcanic activity.

“Not only that we were very lucky with the weather, our guide Giuseppe made this tour an unforgettable experience. He took great care of everyone, was knowledgeable and entertaining at the same time. We learned a lot about Mount Etna and its geological and vulcanological history thanks to him. Highly interesting. As for Mount Etna, I could say a lot about it, but no words can describe the emotion of standing on the edge of the smoking crater of this giant while looking into infinity. This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience and I definitely recommend it to anyone. Thank you again Giuseppe, will never forget this day!”

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Etna Volcano: South Side Guided Summit Hike - Starting at Rifugio Sapienza
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Etna Volcano: South Side Guided Summit Hike

4.Etna Volcano: South Side Guided Summit Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,545 reviews · from $67

From Rifugio Sapienza, ride Etna’s cable car to 2,500 meters, then hike toward the summit craters with a certified mountain or volcano guide. You may see the Central Crater, Barbagallo craters, gas vents, and a lava channel, depending on conditions. Guides such as Antonio, Giovanni, and Marco have led the tour, but assignments vary. Cable car tickets cost an extra €52 per person.

“I would recommend this trip. Our guide Antonio show us all diffrent paths which we would never seen if chosen to climb without guide. Antonio was very profesional, and well knolage about vulcano and all processes which happens there. Our trip was on 2nd September after 3months off all eruptions, we riched 3000m out of 3340m and views where spectacular. If going to Etna defenitly take guide it will give you a full package of this fantastic experiance.”

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Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco - Sciara del Fuoco at sunset
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Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

5.Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

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

Hike to Stromboli’s Sciara del Fuoco with an English-, French-, or Italian-speaking volcanological guide. The five-hour outing climbs to a permitted viewpoint at up to 400 meters, with sunset over the Aeolian Islands and, if conditions allow, bursts from the active volcano. Headlamp and helmet are provided; bring sturdy shoes, water, snacks, and a jacket.

“Nice Tour, good Guide. Unfortunately the clouds covered the volcano so that we could only slightly see one explosion when it was still to bright”

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Catania: Mount Etna Trekking Trip off the Tourist Path - Walking the Valle del Bove
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Catania: Mount Etna Trekking Trip off the Tourist Path

6.Mount Etna Trekking Trip off the Tourist Path

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,351 reviews · from $78

Spend seven hours on Mount Etna with a naturalist guide, hiking quiet trails through old and recent lava flows toward the Valle del Bove. Guides such as Antonio and Renato share details about the volcano’s plants, wildlife, and history. Trekking shoes, poles, and extra layers are included. The route is moderately challenging, and the lava cave visit can be cancelled if volcanic activity makes it unsafe.

“Fantastic trip. Was lucky enough to get a great group and met a lot of fellow travelers. The view at the top was worth the trek.”

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From Taormina: Etna Tour with Hiking, Cave Visit, & Tastings - Inside Grotta dei Tre Livelli
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From Taormina: Etna Tour with Hiking, Cave Visit, & Tastings

7.Etna Tour with Hiking, Cave Visit, & Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 518 reviews · 7 hours · from $83

From Taormina or Giardini Naxos, a multilingual guide takes you to Etna’s craters and lava fields, then into a lava cave with a helmet and headlamp. Finish with local honey, olive oil, and wine tastings. Guides such as Alessandro, Giuseppe, and Salvatore have led trips here, sharing the volcano’s geology and Sicilian stories along the way.

“Alessandro was absolutely wonderful. He is a brilliant commentator, very professional and expert. The overall program was very comprehensive. I loved that we could all options ie Quad bike on Etna at small extra cost. I rate the excursion and Alessandro ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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From Taormina: Etna Upper Craters Day Tour - At the refuge, the mountain changes character
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From Taormina: Etna Upper Craters Day Tour

8.Etna Upper Craters Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 505 reviews · from $130

From Taormina, travel by coach to Mount Etna, then take a cable car and 4x4 Jeep toward the upper crater zone. A licensed Alpine guide leads the walk and explains the volcano’s craters and vents. SAT guides such as Alexandra and Marco have been praised for clear commentary on the drive. Bring warm layers and sturdy shoes; weather can change quickly.

“A bus drive from Taormina with a guide telling information about the region on the way. You skip the line because the guide gets a ticket for you. Then everyone goes on their own to the top with the cable cart and jeeps. You can choose how long you stay up there. A couple of hours later you meet at the bus and the journey back starts. A lot of free time and great you don’t have to wait in line. I also forgot my jacket on the bus and I could pick it up the next day in Taormina, which was nice! Good quality for what you pay for…”

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From Taormina: Half-Day Mount Etna Morning Trek - Borrowing boots, jackets, and walking sticks
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From Taormina: Half-Day Mount Etna Morning Trek

9.Half-Day Mount Etna Morning Trek

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

From Taormina, take a 6.5-hour guided trip to Etna’s slopes, around 2,000 meters above sea level. Walk for about 1.5 hours past extinct craters and through ancient woods, then enter a lava cave. Guides such as Roberto, Tony, and Ugo bring geology and local stories to life. Boots, poles, and jackets are available to borrow, and a winery stop adds lunch and wine tasting.

“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 - Barbagallo crater: sand, lava, and a steep walk
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Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4×4 cable car and Trekking

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

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

From Rifugio Sapienza, an alpine or volcanological guide leads you by cable car and 4x4 toward Etna’s high slopes, then on foot to the Barbagallo crater area at about 3,000 meters. Expect volcanic sand, old and recent lava, wide views on clear days, and a steep, sometimes narrow hike. Transport tickets cost €45 extra per person.

“Mt Etna was a must. We had a great experience on the volcano. The guide was "ok" not great but kept us together and safe.”

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Catania: Etna Nature Tour with Hiking, Cave Visit, & Tasting - A walk that can suit different energy levels
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Catania: Etna Nature Tour with Hiking, Cave Visit, & Tasting

11.Etna Nature Tour with Hiking, Cave Visit, & Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 502 reviews · from $45

From Catania, visit Etna’s Silvestri craters, explore a lava cave when included, and stop at a farm for local tastings. Guides such as Enzo, Simone, and Peppe bring the volcano and Sicilian traditions to life. Choose a transfer option for transport and cave gear; the cable car and 4x4 ride to higher ground cost extra.

“We had a blast! Gabriele, our tour guide was extremely accomodating and very knowledgeable. The whole trip was very well planned. You could see everything about the vulcano without getting too tired. The cave excursion was a nice touch as well. Everything ended in a beautiful location with lovely wine and food.”

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Mount Etna Adventurous Hiking Tour with Equipment - The drive from Catania and the start of the hike
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Mount Etna Adventurous Hiking Tour with Equipment

12.Mount Etna Adventurous Hiking Tour with Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 439 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Leave Catania by minibus for a guided hike into Etna’s Valle del Bove, where volcanic ash, rough trails and views toward the Ionian Sea replace the cable-car experience. Equipment and round-trip transport are included. Guides who have led the route include Ernesto, Alessandro, Alessio and Giuliano; the day lasts about six and a half hours.

“This was a great way to explore Etna. Great hike to see the diversity of the mountain. We took many breaks along the way to learn a bit from our guide and also to catch our breadth from the cardio. Walking through the sandy rocks was so cool”

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Etna Volcano: South Side Guided Summit Hike - Starting at Rifugio Sapienza
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Etna Volcano: South Side Guided Summit Hike

13.Etna Volcano: South Side Guided Summit Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 311 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $78Top rated

Meet at Rifugio Sapienza at 8:00 am for a six-hour guided hike on Etna’s south side. After a cable car and 4x4 ride, walk across lava terrain toward the summit craters with a volcanologist guide. Boots, helmet and poles are included; transport tickets, food, water and a wind jacket are not.

“Hiking close to the „fresh“ lavastreams, the views in the old craters and finally the experience of such a tour and the knowledge of Massimo to explain everything”

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2002 Crater Excursion - Northern Etna - Crossing the 2002 lava flow
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2002 Crater Excursion – Northern Etna

14.2002 Crater Excursion – Northern Etna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 305 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $43

Meet your volcanological guide at Piano Provenzana for a roughly three-hour, five-kilometer hike across the 2002 lava flow, past older craters and through beech forest. Expect about 300 meters of ascent and descent, practical volcanic history, and a quieter side of Etna. Trekking shoes are essential for accident insurance coverage.

“Really great experience, very friendly and informative guide. North slope easy 3 to 4 hours walk, less crowded than south slope tours.”

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Etna - Trekking to the summit craters (only guide service) experienced hikers - The summit hike: altitude, ash, and changing access
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Etna – Trekking to the summit craters (only guide service) experienced hikers

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

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

Meet your licensed volcano guide at Piano Provenzana for a 4x4 ride across Etna’s northern lava fields, then hike toward the summit craters. Guides such as Nikos, Daniele, Poldo, and Vincenzo are praised for clear explanations and a steady pace. Expect a demanding high-altitude trek, shifting access limits, and an extra charge for the off-road ride.

“this tour was amazing! the volcanologist guide was obviously passionate about this mountain, and it was the best bang for my buck. there we’re hiking shoe rentals for 5 euros and jacket rentals for 4 euros. i recommend you wear pants for the hike, or search the weather before you go.”

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