Catania Morning Jeep Tour of Mount Etna, Lava Flow Caves and Valle del Bove
by Etna & Sea Excursion
Choose from 2 available options
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€120Overview
This half-day jeep tour focuses on the volcanic features and natural environment of Mount Etna near Catania. The trip begins with a visit to old basalt lava flows, volcanic caves, and ancient woods formed by past eruptions. Travelers will explore areas of historic volcanic activity including Hornitos, a half-volcano formation, and a former state shelter. The route passes through the vast Valle del Bove, a large basin on the eastern side of Etna within the Etna Park, known for its barren landscape of black ash and rugged terrain. The tour includes stops at locations around 1,910 meters above sea level on the southern slope near Nicolosi. Throughout the excursion, guests can sample honey, local wines, and typical Sicilian products. The total duration of the tour is about five and a half hours. Included are a multilingual guide, pickup and drop-off from designated points, helmets, in-vehicle air conditioning, and tastings. Trekking shoes and a flashlight are available on request.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mount Etna Lava Flows and Volcanic Caves
The tour begins with exploration of old basalt lava flows, volcanic caves, and centuries-old woods shaped by volcanic activity. Participants visit Hornitos, a half-volcano, and a state shelter in an area of ancient explosive eruptions. The landscape includes the black ash desert and the lunar-like terrain of the Bove Valley. The visit ends with a tasting of honey, wines, and typical products from Sicily. This stop lasts about three hours.
180 min
Mount Etna Southern Slope near Nicolosi
This stop is at 1,910 meters above sea level on the southern side of Mount Etna, within the municipality of Nicolosi in the province of Catania. It lasts about half an hour.
30 min
Valle Del Bove
The Valle del Bove is a large volcanic basin on the eastern side of Mount Etna. It lies within the Etna Park and the territory of Zafferana Etnea in Catania province. The stop here is about ten minutes.
10 min
Zafferana Etnea Surroundings
A short stop in the town of Zafferana, known for its fresh air and characteristic aromas such as baked bread and broom. The view from this area offers a perspective of Sicily as a three-pointed star against the sky. This stop lasts about ten minutes.
10 min
Optional Stop 1
An optional stop lasting about 15 minutes.
15 min
Optional Stop 2
An optional stop lasting about 15 minutes.
15 min
Optional Stop 3
An optional stop lasting about 15 minutes.
15 min
Meeting point
Geographic coordinates 37.503780364990234,15.09548282623291 We will meet at P.za dei Martiri, 19 - Right in front of the Kilogrammo restaurant We have our white flag with our logo (red colour). IMPORTANT Customers must arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
End point
Geographic coordinates 37.503780364990234,15.09548282623291 We will meet at P.za dei Martiri, 19 - Right in front of the Kilogrammo restaurant We have our white flag with our logo (red colour). IMPORTANT Customers must arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Catania Morning Jeep Tour of Mount Etna, Lava Flow Caves and Valle del Bove
by Etna & Sea Excursion
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€120Overview
This half-day jeep tour focuses on the volcanic features and natural environment of Mount Etna near Catania. The trip begins with a visit to old basalt lava flows, volcanic caves, and ancient woods formed by past eruptions. Travelers will explore areas of historic volcanic activity including Hornitos, a half-volcano formation, and a former state shelter. The route passes through the vast Valle del Bove, a large basin on the eastern side of Etna within the Etna Park, known for its barren landscape of black ash and rugged terrain. The tour includes stops at locations around 1,910 meters above sea level on the southern slope near Nicolosi. Throughout the excursion, guests can sample honey, local wines, and typical Sicilian products. The total duration of the tour is about five and a half hours. Included are a multilingual guide, pickup and drop-off from designated points, helmets, in-vehicle air conditioning, and tastings. Trekking shoes and a flashlight are available on request.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Mount Etna Lava Flows and Volcanic Caves
The tour begins with exploration of old basalt lava flows, volcanic caves, and centuries-old woods shaped by volcanic activity. Participants visit Hornitos, a half-volcano, and a state shelter in an area of ancient explosive eruptions. The landscape includes the black ash desert and the lunar-like terrain of the Bove Valley. The visit ends with a tasting of honey, wines, and typical products from Sicily. This stop lasts about three hours.
180 min
Mount Etna Southern Slope near Nicolosi
This stop is at 1,910 meters above sea level on the southern side of Mount Etna, within the municipality of Nicolosi in the province of Catania. It lasts about half an hour.
30 min
Valle Del Bove
The Valle del Bove is a large volcanic basin on the eastern side of Mount Etna. It lies within the Etna Park and the territory of Zafferana Etnea in Catania province. The stop here is about ten minutes.
10 min
Zafferana Etnea Surroundings
A short stop in the town of Zafferana, known for its fresh air and characteristic aromas such as baked bread and broom. The view from this area offers a perspective of Sicily as a three-pointed star against the sky. This stop lasts about ten minutes.
10 min
Optional Stop 1
An optional stop lasting about 15 minutes.
15 min
Optional Stop 2
An optional stop lasting about 15 minutes.
15 min
Optional Stop 3
An optional stop lasting about 15 minutes.
15 min
Meeting point
Geographic coordinates 37.503780364990234,15.09548282623291 We will meet at P.za dei Martiri, 19 - Right in front of the Kilogrammo restaurant We have our white flag with our logo (red colour). IMPORTANT Customers must arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
End point
Geographic coordinates 37.503780364990234,15.09548282623291 We will meet at P.za dei Martiri, 19 - Right in front of the Kilogrammo restaurant We have our white flag with our logo (red colour). IMPORTANT Customers must arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.