Winter Trekking Etna South

Discover the thrill of a winter excursion on the southern side of Etna! On board the cable car, we will ascend through enchanted landscapes, where the snow transforms the volcano into an authentic winter paradise. A unique adventure that will allow you to explore an extraordinary environment, immersed in the beauty of snow-covered nature. Join us for an unforgettable experience!

Excursion Price on Etna:

Adults : 50€

( Excluding Cable Car 52€ )

Details of the Excursion

Winter Trekking Etna South

Difficulty: Medium

Altitude Difference: +/- 550 meters approx

Trekking Route: 7 km approx.

Duration: 5/6 hours

Departure Time: 8:30

Excluded in the Excursion Price

€52 to be paid on site, for transport: Cable car tickets (return) from 1900m to 2500m

 Snowshoe rental (15€ per person)

Included In Price Excursion

Authorized Volcanological Guide
Insurance in case of accidents

Hiking equipment needed

Trekking poles

Protective helmets

Extra backpack

Jacket 

Windbreaker

Trekking shoes

 

Itinerary

The excursion starts from the Esagonal bar at 1,900 meters above sea level.

After paying and  purchasing the return tickets together with your guide,  you will take the cable car up to an altitude of 2,500 meters.

Here your uphill trek will begin  for 500 meters of positive altitude difference,  among recent snow-covered lava flows, large craters, lava flow channels,  hot fumaroles with high-temperature gas emissions , up to an altitude of  3000 meters – MAXIMUM HEIGHT REACHABLE AT THE MOMENT DEPENDING ON VOLCANIC RISK LEVELS –    at the base of the South-East Crater, the most active at the moment on Etna.

The descent from 3000 m is planned on foot to the cable car, for the final return to the starting point.

Tips and Warnings for the Winter Trekking Etna South

Warnings

Departures scheduled upon reaching a minimum of 6 participants

Trekking is  not recommended  for those who do little physical activity.

The excursion does not require any particular physical preparation, but  caution is required  as it is on volcanic soil, often inconsistent and unstable.

 The excursion may be subject to changes at the discretion of the Guides or be interrupted if environmental, atmospheric or volcanic conditions change, such as to compromise the  safety  of the entire group.

The total duration of the trek will depend on your pace.

The excursion will take place within the limits set by the  ordinances  in force.

Suitable for children aged 12 and over .

The route includes climbing and passing along the crater rims, which could cause  vertigo problems  for sensitive individuals.

This itinerary, in relation to the type and altitude , is suitable for people in good physical health, who do not suffer from particular pathologies ( cardiovascular ,  respiratory  or  hypertension ). 

We do not recommend  the use of  contact lenses  because of the gases released by the volcano and the ash which, if blown, could easily cause problems.

Pregnant women who are beyond the third month of  pregnancy are not permitted to engage in any type of hiking activity.

To ensure the success of the excursion and the correct performance of the activity, it is good practice to know your  health conditions perfectly  and to inform the Guide if necessary, all this to reduce the onset of any problems and avoid running  risks .

Plan a Safe and Comfortable Excursion

Recommended clothing:  Layers, thermal T-shirt, fleece/down jacket, windbreaker ( better if worn in a ski suit ), gloves and hat.

trekking shoes.

You Should Know That...

In case of adverse weather conditions, we will notify you as soon as possible regarding the cancellation or rescheduling of your Etna excursion.

Please make sure you have provided your contact information at the time of booking.

 No Advance Payment Required

  • Payment is made directly to the guide on the day of the excursion.
  • The only exception applies to agencies or groups, for whom advance payment is required.

 Group Management & Language Preferences

  • If we receive a high number of bookings, participants will be divided into smaller subgroups, each led by a certified volcanological guide.
  • This is done to avoid large crowds and ensure a better experience.
  • Groups will be arranged based on the languages spoken to facilitate communication.

 

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