Etna excursion: Active Lava Flow

Etna South - Nicolosi (CT)

Etna excursion: Active Lava Flow 🌋✨

Enjoy an extraordinary experience admiring the active lava flow! A unique excursion to observe the power of Etna up close as the sky is painted with spectacular colors. 🔥🌄

Description:

The meeting point for the excursion is located at 📍- 📍- ETNA SOUTH - under the BAR "La Terrazza dell'Etna" Meeting point link

Departure times: 8:00 AM (or at sunset at 4:30 PM)

During the excursion, you will be accompanied exclusively by: MOUNTAIN GUIDES or VOLCANOLOGICAL GUIDES

The excursion to the "eruptive fracture of August 14, 2025" will depart from Etna South, and using the cable way and a special bus "4×4" vehicles, we will reach an altitude of 2840 meters.

From this altitude, the trek will begin, following a path on "volcanic terrain." In about one hour about, we will reach the point of lava emission and the resulting active flow, formed by the eruptive fracture of August 14, 2025.

The active flow is a rare and spectacular event, offering unique emotions and breathtaking views.

📸 Panoramic stop: We will stop for about 30 minutes to admire the volcano's eruption and the active flow up close, take photos, and shoot unforgettable videos.

🔙 Return: After the break, we will continue our return journey along the same route as the outward journey, without taking the bus but taking the cable car to 2500 m above sea level..

A unique experience to explore Etna and witness the power of nature up close! 🌋✨ Book your excursion now!

Type of trekking

  • Type: Loop, same starting and ending point
  • Start Etna South (Nicolosi)
    • Start of trekking
    • Duration approximately 4:00
    • Panoramic stop
    • Back
    • Arrival at the starting point around 1:00 PM
  • Departure:Etna South (Nicolosi)
  • Elevation gain: 250 m.,
  • Elevation loss: 500 m.
  • Total distance: 4 km

What's included

  • Certified volcanological or alpine guide
  • Accident insurance
  • Helmet

Mandatory equipment

  • Trekking shoes (possibility to rent)
  • Windbreaker or down jacket (rentable)
  • Water

Recommended equipment

  • Backpack
  • Snake- Packed lunch
  • Trekking poles
  • K-way (waterproof jacket)
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen / cocoa butter

More info

  • Rental of trekking shoes on request
  • Rental of duvets (winter jackets) on request
  • Also suitable for children over 10 years of age.
  • More information? See the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Read carefully
The excursion may undergo variations at the discretion of the Guides or be interrupted if the environmental, atmospheric or volcanic conditions change, such as to compromise the safety of the entire group.
The excursion will take place within the limits set by the ordinances in force.
This itinerary, in relation to the type and altitude, is not suitable for people who do not suffer from particular pathologies (cardiovascular, respiratory or hypertension).
Information
Total Price (All included)
Adults: 130 Euros (65 for the Guide + 65€ for the transport )
Children: 110 Euros
Starting
about 8:00 (or 16.30)
Duration
4 hours
Arrival
about 1:00 PM (20:30 pm)
Difficulty
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