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Etna at sunset

Walk among the 2002 craters and watch the last light fall over Etna and Sicily’s eastern coast.

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AT A GLANCE

Good to know.

Duration
4 hours
Hours

17:00 – 21:00 (summer)

PickupPickup included in the priceGroup tours · available only at our meeting points

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Trekking level

Easy · 4 km · +250m

Altitude

2.050 m

Availability

All year (summer/autumn)

Children

Family-friendly · free under 3

Minimum participants

2

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About this experience

As the sun begins to set, Etna transforms. The Etna Sunset at 2000 m excursion is designed for those seeking a romantic, photogenic experience, away from the daytime heat and immersed in the golden colours of the evening.

PICTURE YOUR DAY

Your experience, step by step.

The highlights at a glance. Find the full programme and practical details on this page.

  1. Guide explaining the 2002 lava front to the group, Etna North01

    Late afternoon · Departure & Pine forest

    By SUV/Minivan through the Ragabo Pine Forest and the 2002 lava flow, as the light turns golden.

  2. Piano Provenzana, Etna North, at 1800 metres02

    1800m · Piano Provenzana

    A stop in the almost Alpine setting of the northern ski station.

  3. Trekking to the 2002 Craters at sunset03

    2050m · Ascent to the 2002 Craters

    An easy walk among fractures and volcanic bombs up to 2,050 m.

  4. Sunset on Etna at 2000 metres04

    Sunset at 2,050 m

    The sun dives behind the Sicilian hills: pure magic and silence.

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YOUR DAY, IN DETAIL

Everything you need to know.

01Programme

Lava front of the 2002 eruption

Hop aboard our comfortable SUV or minivan (up to 8 people per vehicle) and immerse yourself in Etna's wild beauty. The first stop brings you before the lava front of 27 October 2002, the farthest point reached by the largest eruption of recent times: the one that changed the landscape of Etna North, destroying the ski facilities of Piano Provenzana and part of the Ragabo Pine Forest.

Piano Provenzana, Etna North

Crossing the Ragabo Forest along the Mareneve road, we reach Piano Provenzana at 1,800 m: a hub for skiing and hiking on the north side. A unique spot, set in the pine forest with an almost Alpine feel, with spectacular views as far as the Ionian Sea and the Strait of Messina.

Trekking to the 2002 Craters & sunset

An easy trek takes us up to the 2002 Craters at 2,050 m, passing near the base of the Monte Nero degli Zappini crater. Walking along the rims you reach a breathtaking viewpoint: Sicily's eastern coast, the Aeolian Islands, the Ionian Sea and Calabria on the horizon. The climax of the day is the high-altitude sunset, a magical and romantic moment.

02Questions & answers

What time do we leave?

The time varies with the season to catch the sunset: in summer, departure is around 17:00 and return around 21:00. We confirm the exact time based on the period.

Is it suitable for children and families?

Yes, it's an easy, accessible tour, perfect for families and couples. Children under 3 are free; reduced rate for ages 3-10.

What should I bring?

At sunset at altitude it gets chilly: bring a windbreaker/hoodie (rental available), comfortable closed shoes and a small torch. Dinner/snacks are not included, so consider bringing some.

How does pick-up work?

On group tours, pick-up is free within 30 km of Linguaglossa and takes place exclusively at the designated pick-up points for that tour, not at every hotel or accommodation. Arrive at your chosen point at the time shown in your booking confirmation. For private tours, a different pick-up point can be arranged according to the itinerary.

Can I cancel for free?

Yes: cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts (48 hours for private tours). Book with peace of mind.

03Booking conditions
  • Free pick-up, included at the pickup points
  • Expert volcanology guides

MEETING POINTS

Where we meet you.

Free group-tour pick-up within 30 km of Linguaglossa, exclusively at the designated points below. Hotel pick-up is not included.

Taormina (Mazzarò) · Il Principe

Ristorante Il Principe, Bar e Pasticceria, Piazza della Funivia, 98039 Taormina ME, Italia

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Santa Venerina (Giarre) · ETNA Fuel

ETNA Fuel, SP4-I, Via Stabilimenti 282, 95010 Santa Venerina CT, Italia

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Taormina · Ufficio Postale

Ufficio Postale Poste Italiane, Piazza S. Antonio Abate 1, 98039 Taormina ME, Italia

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Fiumefreddo · Parcheggio pubblico vicino LIDL

Parcheggio pubblico vicino Lidl, Via Regina del Cielo 8, 95013 Fiumefreddo di Sicilia CT, Italia

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Giardini Naxos · Pizzeria Paradise

Bar Ristorante Pizzeria Paradise, Viale Dionisio 2, 98035 Giardini Naxos ME, Italia

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Giardini Naxos · Fermata San Giovanni

Interbus Giardini Naxos San Giovanni Bus Stop, Via Vittorio Emanuele 10, 98035 Giardini Naxos ME, Italia

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Arrive at the selected point at the time in your booking confirmation. Private tours can arrange a different point.

PACK FOR YOUR EXPERIENCE

What to wear & bring.

Comfortable closed shoes

Stable soles for walking on uneven ground.

Windproof jacket

Bring a warm layer, even in summer.

Dress in layers

A T-shirt and a warm layer for changing temperatures.

Small torch

Useful as daylight fades on the sunset tour.

Temperatures fall after sunset. Bring snacks if needed: dinner is not included. A windbreaker or hoodie can be requested for rental.

ALL CLEAR, BEFORE YOU BOOK

What’s included.

Included in the price

  • Air-conditioned SUV/Minivan transport
  • Expert volcanology guide
  • Trekking poles (on request)
  • Insurance
  • Water

Not included

  • Hiking boots (rental € 5.00)
  • Windbreaker (rental available)
  • Dinner or snacks

BEFORE YOU BOOK

Booking & cancellation.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start

  • Shared tourfree up to 24 hours before the start

  • Private tourfree up to 48 hours before the start

  • Paid online when you book

Bad weather

  • If we have to cancel the tour (weather alert, force majeure or an order of the authorities), you choose between a new date and a full refund of what you paid.
  • The guide may change the route on the day, according to weather and safety conditions.

Change of plans? Let us know as soon as you can.

Terms and conditions
Where do we meet?

Find your most convenient pickup point

Enter your hotel or address: we compare only the pickup points available for this excursion.

On group tours, pick-up is free within 30 km of Linguaglossa and takes place exclusively at the designated pick-up points for that tour, not at every hotel or accommodation. Arrive at your chosen point at the time shown in your booking confirmation.

Book now will preselect this pickup point. You can change it in the next step.

Taormina (Mazzarò) · Il Principe

Ristorante Il Principe, Bar e Pasticceria, Piazza della Funivia, 98039 Taormina ME, Italia

At the corner of Il Principe restaurant, near the Mazzarò cable car station.

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Fiumefreddo · Parcheggio pubblico vicino LIDL

Parcheggio pubblico vicino Lidl, Via Regina del Cielo 8, 95013 Fiumefreddo di Sicilia CT, Italia

Public parking near LIDL: meet outside, not inside the supermarket.

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Will you pick me up at my hotel?

On group tours, pick-up is free within 30 km of Linguaglossa and takes place exclusively at the designated pick-up points for that tour, not at every hotel or accommodation. Arrive at your chosen point at the time shown in your booking confirmation. For private tours, a different pick-up point can be arranged according to the itinerary.

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ZbigniewPolonia
★★★★★

Super polecam, bardzo atwa trasa, pikne widoki,

RemiFrancia
★★★★★
Superbe excursion, vue sur l'Etna magnifique, différents paysages avec de la neige tombés la veille! Un grand merci à Nadia qui nous a expliqués pleins de choses, qui était très impliqué et gentille ! Merci à Alfio notre chauffeur…Read full review +

Superbe excursion, vue sur l'Etna magnifique, différents paysages avec de la neige tombés la veille! Un grand merci à Nadia qui nous a expliqués pleins de choses, qui était très impliqué et gentille ! Merci à Alfio notre chauffeur qui nous expliquait pleins de choses durant les différents trajets Je recommande

RebeccaGermania
★★★★★

Eine wunderschöne Tour, wir haben es sehr genossen. An der Alcantara Schlucht auf jeden Fall den Orangenpfad laufen!

Viaggiatore di GetYourGuidePolonia
★★★★★

byo super! Wwozy to co niesamowitego. :-)

VivianaArgentina
★★★★★

Lo mejor de lo mejor. Desde q nos buscaron el viaje las paradas la comida el guía . Excelente nos hicieron sentir como en casa . Gracias Egidio

karenRegno Unito
★★★★★

Fantastic trip made better by the guide giuliana . Very informative and enthusiastic.

melanieFrancia
★★★★★

Très bien. Randonnée facile, aucune difficulté

KlaudiaGermania
★★★★★

Bisschen wandern, schönen Ansichten, gut geführt. Tolle Mädels, die das ganze Tour geführt haben. Danke Guilia und Jaqueline. Till next time !

SylwiaPolonia
★★★★★
That trip was amazing! Our guide Massimo made this tour unforgettable, we learned from him a lot about mount Etna and its eruptions. The views were amazing, we ate good pasta and saw a lot of beautiful places. Massimo really knows…Read full review +

That trip was amazing! Our guide Massimo made this tour unforgettable, we learned from him a lot about mount Etna and its eruptions. The views were amazing, we ate good pasta and saw a lot of beautiful places. Massimo really knows a lot of things about everything we asked not only about mount Etna but also a lot of different things like living in Sicilia, the cities, the history. We were really excited about the trip and we are not disappointed at all so I highly recommend booking the tour with Max. We will definitely come back soon here, so we can reach the top of mount Etna. This trip was the best foretaste for that so it's really worth it. Thank you Max!

IzabelaPolonia
★★★★★
Organizacja i przewodnik rewelacyjny! Polecam Maxa i Jaquiline. Mimo, ze Jaquiline nie mówia po angielsku, a bya naszym kierowc, rozumiaymy sie swietnie. Max to bardzo uzdolniony przewodnik, mowi w kilku jzykach, bardzo ciekawie o…Read full review +

Organizacja i przewodnik rewelacyjny! Polecam Maxa i Jaquiline. Mimo, ze Jaquiline nie mówia po angielsku, a bya naszym kierowc, rozumiaymy sie swietnie. Max to bardzo uzdolniony przewodnik, mowi w kilku jzykach, bardzo ciekawie opowiada. Organizacja wycieczki też super, nie zabrako atrakcji, mnóstwo czasu na robienie zdj, zwiedzanie. Przewodnik czeka na każdego ze swojej grupy cierpliwie. Od razu zaznacza, że jesli ktos nie czuje sie na siach isc, aby powiedziec, bo to bardzo wazne. Czuymy si zaopiekowane. Ale powiedzmy sobie szczerze, trasa nie bya zbyt trudna ;) Za to widoki przepikne.

StéphanieFrancia
★★★★★

Super journée grâce à notre charmant guide Vincenzo très professionnel, très sympathique et…. très beau !!!

GULISANOBelgio
★★★★★
Ringraziamo di cuore il nostro guido Salvatore per la sua gentilezza, disponibilità e grande senso del servizio. Sempre attento a fare le cose nel migliore dei modi, ha reso la nostra esperienza davvero speciale. Grazie a lui abbi…Read full review +

Ringraziamo di cuore il nostro guido Salvatore per la sua gentilezza, disponibilità e grande senso del servizio. Sempre attento a fare le cose nel migliore dei modi, ha reso la nostra esperienza davvero speciale. Grazie a lui abbiamo trascorso una giornata indimenticabile, scoprendo anche gli angoli più autentici e insoliti della Sicilia. Lo consigliamo vivamente a chiunque voglia vivere un'esperienza unica. Mille grazie di tutto! Familial Assya dal Belgio

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