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15 Best Sicily Treks

The routes worth the airfare.

The 15 sicily treks hikers rate above the rest. A tight shortlist of the routes people finish and immediately start planning to do again, with prices, trail times and the outfitters who run them.

15 Best Sicily Treks

Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4x4 cable car and Trekking - Price and logistics: the €45 add-on is the part to budget
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Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4×4 cable car and Trekking

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

Cable car plus 4x4 to Etna’s upper slopes, then crater-edge trekking near 3000m with Valle del Bove views and included gear.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“We had an unforgettable excursion to Mount Etna. The landscape was breathtaking. Our guide was Italian but spoke French, which made the experience even more enjoyable and accessible for us. We had a great time from start to finish. Highly recommended! (To future visitors: please remember to respect the environment and the guides.)”

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Etna - Trekking to the summit craters (only guide service) experienced hikers - The 4x4 Panoramic Ride on Etna’s Wild North Tracks
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Etna – Trekking to the summit craters (only guide service) experienced hikers

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

Trek Etna’s north summit craters from Piano Provenzana with a licensed guide, included gear, 4x4 ride, and big Sicilian views.

★ 5.0

“Everything was well organized. Received messages a day before with all the necessary info. Guide Daniele was excellent. He really could explain everything so it was understandable and interesting.”

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Etna Morning or Sunset - Trek & Lava Tunnel with Gear - Getting to Etna: Catania pickup and a low-stress start
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Etna Morning or Sunset – Trek & Lava Tunnel with Gear

3.Etna Morning or Sunset – Trek & Lava Tunnel with Gear

Etna trek from Catania to the Silvestri craters and Via Grotta Lunga lava tunnel, gear included, private English tour for 5–6 hours.

★ 5.0

“The experience was outstanding. It was a great hike with outstanding views, lovely tour guides with detailed information about the excursions. I highly recommend.”

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Etna trekking tour - The 2002-to-2017 route: walking between Barbagallo Craters and Summit terrain
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Etna trekking tour

4.Etna trekking tour

Etna trekking tour in Sicily: 4×4 + cableway to summit craters, lunar lava trails, and a quick Valle del Bove stop. Gear and breakfast included.

★ 5.0

“We loved this experience! Our tourguide Cristian was amazing and could explain everything about lady Etna. We were Lucky all day and saw/heard multiple sounds and activity from Etna. Perfect day! Thanks again Cristian 🙌🏻”

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Etna's Hidden Gems - Trek Valle Bove & Lava Tunnel with Gear - Getting ready for black sand and crater terrain (yes, your shoes matter)
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Etna’s Hidden Gems – Trek Valle Bove & Lava Tunnel with Gear

5.Etna’s Hidden Gems – Trek Valle Bove & Lava Tunnel with Gear

Private Mt. Etna trek to Valle del Bove and Silvestri craters, plus a guided lava-tube visit with helmets, flashlights, and warm layers.

★ 5.0

“The guides were very engaged and brought the journey to life. They were also very knowledgeable about the mountain and volcanic events which made the excursion very immersive!”

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Summit Etna North 3380mt: 4x4 and trekking - The 4x4 panoramic climb: why the north route makes sense
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Summit Etna North 3380mt: 4×4 and trekking

6.Summit Etna North 3380mt: 4×4 and trekking

Summit Etna North 3380m pairs 4x4 on Etna’s wild north flank with a guided crater trek to 3,380 m. Small group.

★ 5.0

“Trekking's on the run. Few breaks. Little time to take pictures and eat. If you arrive last, you barely have time to catch your breath. Obviously. The guide was in a hurry to get home. To do this trekking that rises to 3,300 meters, you have to be an athlete or have a very good…”

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Half day Trekking Tour on Etna - Valle del Bove: A Short Pause With Serious Caldera Views
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Half day Trekking Tour on Etna

7.Half day Trekking Tour on Etna

Small-group trek on Mount Etna with cave lights, crater views, and free tastings, starting near Catania and heading up to 2300m.

★ 5.0

“We enjoyed a lot this trip, it was an amazing experience and we saw stunning landscapes from above. Initially we wanted to climb to the top allowed but we have been recomended this trekking trip instead which turned to be even better. TherRead more”

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Half or full day trekking on Etna with private guide - Half-day vs full-day: picking the right Etna day
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Half or full day trekking on Etna with private guide

8.Half or full day trekking on Etna with private guide

Private guided trek on Mt. Etna with lava-field navigation, Valle del Bove views, and local tastings; optional full-day cave hike.

★ 5.0

“We enjoyed the hike very much and appreciate the guide sharing his knowledge about vulcanos with us. We learned a lot and can highly recommend the hike. We would do it again, if back in Sicily!”

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Etna Grantour - 4x4 & trekking - Private tour with lunch included - Getting Started in Trecastagni: The Meet Point That Keeps It Simple
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Etna Grantour – 4×4 & trekking – Private tour with lunch included

Etna North: Guided trekking to Summit volcano craters - The 8:00 am start at Piano Provenzana and the 4x4 jump to 2,825 m
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Etna North: Guided trekking to Summit volcano craters

11.Etna North: Guided trekking to Summit volcano craters

Guided Etna North trek to the summit crater rim with expert hiking guides, safety gear, and a dramatic 3,320 m view in about 5 hours.

★ 5.0

“This was an AMAZING experience. Let me preface it by saying the only reason I am giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that we had to wait an hour for another group to show up, which shortened our total excursion from 6 hours to 5. Most companies don't wait if people show up late.…”

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Guided Trekking to Cavagrande del Cassibile in Sicily - Meet at Laghetti di Cavagrande, Parcheggio Carrubella
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Guided Trekking to Cavagrande del Cassibile in Sicily

12.Guided Trekking to Cavagrande del Cassibile in Sicily

Guided 3-hour trek to Cavagrande del Cassibile in Sicily. Small group hike, river pools for a cool swim, guided by Gregorio. $65.35.

★ 5.0

“Gregorio is a fantastic guide. We hiked into Cavagrande del Cassibile to a beautiful swimming spot on the river. He described the geology, plants, and geography of the area. He had disinfectant for a cat scratch I got in the parking area, Read more”

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ETNA - Trekking to the Craters Eruption of 2002 - The route itself: lava, woods, and side craters like a bottoniera
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ETNA – Trekking to the Craters Eruption of 2002

14.ETNA – Trekking to the Craters Eruption of 2002

Hike Etna’s 2002 craters from Piano Provenzana. Small-group trek with poles and an English guide for a real volcanic feel.

★ 5.0

“My partner and I took a guided tour of Mount Etna using Gruppo Guide Etna Nord, our guide was Fabio for this excursion, I can only say it was superb, Fabio's passion for the mountain, and his incredible knowledge of volcanic activity including the chemistry was amazing. He also ensured we got the most our…”

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Etna trekking tour - The 2002-to-2017 route: walking between Barbagallo Craters and Summit terrain
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Etna Trekking Tour

15.Etna Trekking Tour

Etna trekking tour from Trecastagni: guided hike to lava fields and tunnels at 2,000 m, optional cable car higher, then vineyard tasting.

★ 5.0

“This was simply the best experience we have ever booked whilst on holiday. We were fortunate as we enjoyed our Etna experience in the most glorious weather but I think despite our good fortune weather-wise, Saro would have made it the most amazing experience anyway as he was so friendly, knowledgeable and so very kind…”

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