Tour Etna North Summit Craters Trekking

Etna Summit Craters Tour from Piano Provenzana

The Etna Summit Craters Tour is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and volcano enthusiasts. This is the most sought-after excursion on Mount Etna, taking you to the top of Europe’s highest and most active volcano at 3,326 meters, through an otherworldly lunar landscape.

Detailed itinerary

• Meeting point at Piano Provenzana (North Etna) and equipment check.

• Departure from Piano Provenzana service area.

• Ascent by 4x4 jeep from 1,800 to 2,900 meters above sea level.

• Start of trekking at 2,900 meters.

• Around 2 hours of hiking to reach the summit area of Mount Etna.

• Time at the summit depends on volcanic activity.

• Descent along volcanic sand slopes to 2,800 meters, with breathtaking views of the Valle del Bove.

• Return by 4x4 jeep to Piano Provenzana.

Technical data:

• Ascent: +500 m

• Descent: -500 m

• Total distance: approx. 8 km

• Difficulty level: challenging

Important information

The tour crosses vast lava fields and leads to the summit craters, where you can witness the volcano’s activity and enjoy one of the most unique landscapes in the world. The descent along the sandy slopes is both fun and scenic, offering stunning views over the Valle del Bove.

This excursion is suitable for fit hikers used to several hours of walking in a mountain environment and is recommended for adults and children over 10 years old.
It requires good physical condition due to the terrain, altitude, and elevation gain.

The itinerary may be modified or cancelled in case of adverse weather, increased volcanic activity, or for safety reasons.