Catania: Morning Jeep Tour of Mount Etna and Lava Flow Caves

Recommended by 91% of travelers

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Catania, Italy

High interest

Booked 2 times today.

5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.7

· Judeth_C ·

Jul 2026

This was an excellent tour. From start to finish our tour guide Fabio was professional, funny, friendly, kind and incredibly knowledgeable. He did a fantastic job of including people from different countries in the conversation and leaving time for questions. We learned so much about Mount Etna and the surrounding area and little towns. The pace and stops were perfect. 100% my family and I would recommend this tour!

· Paul_G ·

Jun 2026

Everything about this trip was brilliant Great transport Superb guide in Ramas - he gave us all such great memories and knew so much about the Mt Etna National Park The honey stop was fabulous along with wine and olive olis to sample The coffee stop had such amazing views too All in all a brilliant trip thanks to Ramas

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Overview

Beat the heat and the crowds with a morning tour of Mount Etna. Cover more ground by exploring on board a sturdy Jeep, views over the lunar landscapes in the Valle del Bove, and the flora and fauna of the thick woods blanketing the lower slopes. Cap off your tour with a tasting of local specialties including honey, wine, and liqueurs.

See more of Mount Etna with a Jeep tour on the upper and lower slopes
Learn about the volcano's history and geology by visiting with a guide
Sample gourmet delicacies produced on and around Mt. Etna

What's Included

Multilingual tour guide
Tastings of local products
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Air-conditioned vehicle

Transportation from the meeting point in Jeep/Van an air-conditioned vehicle
Trekking shoes (upon request)
Car seat (infant 0-2 age rate only)
Helmet
Flashlight

Anything not specified under "inclusions

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Etna & Sea Excursions
P.za dei Martiri, 19, 95131 Catania CT, Italy
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

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:30 am

Itinerary

Parco dell'Etna

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Rifugio Sapienza

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Valle Del Bove

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oro d'Etna - Azienda Agricola Costa - Il Parco

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grotta Cassone

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Rifugio Casa del Vescovo

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Grotta del Gatto

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Stroller accessible

Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Kathleen_O

This was an awesome tour! You get to experience the volcano at three different altitudes, ending at almost 2000 meters, which is more than halfway up. Being able to hike around on the craters is exhilarating and interesting! Our guide was very engaging and clearly knew his science. My nephew and I had a great time being in the outdoors and would definitely recommend!

Reviews

4.7

based on 262 reviews

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Mount Etna Tour

Judeth_C, Jul 2026

Deceptive Title!! NO JEEP!!

Greg_R, Jun 2026

The title says it's a "Jeep Tour" and you're stuck in a van for four and a half hours and never ever set foot in a jeep. Why? No explanation, no JEEP

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We would like to clarify a few details regarding your experience. Our tours are structured in various stages, meaning our guests are never inside the vehicle for 4.5 hours straight; the itinerary includes several stops, guided walks to the craters, and an exploration of a lava cave on foot. Regarding the vehicle, we state in our tour description that the excursion is conducted using both 4x4 Jeeps and comfortable, air-conditioned passenger vans, depending on the group size and logistical needs to ensure the best comfort. We apologize if this aspect was not clear to you before departure, and we appreciate your note as it helps us keep our communications as transparent as possible

Morning tour with Ramas

Paul_G, Jun 2026

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for the wonderful feedback! 🌋🍯 We are delighted that you enjoyed the full experience, including the tastings, the stunning views, and the smooth transport. Rama is truly passionate about what he does, and hearing that he made your trip so brilliant is the best compliment we could ask for. Thanks for the great recommendation, and safe travels

Canadian girls in Catania May 2026

Val_S, May 2026

This was an amazing day. Andrea was a fantastic guide. He was knowledgeable, gracious and funny. He kept us on schedule and showed us such beauty. Andrea, your tour was unforgettable and on behalf of the Canadian girls’ “team” and me especially, thank you.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

"Thank you for taking the time to share such a lovely review! 🌋🇨🇦 We are so glad Andrea made your day unforgettable with his knowledge, humor, and hospitality. Ensuring our guests see the absolute best scenery while enjoying a seamless, well-paced day is exactly what we strive for. Thank you to you and the Canadian crew for choosing us, and we wish you all many more amazing travels ahead!"

Mt Etna Experience

Bruce_M, May 2026

This tour was a highlight of our trip! Our guide Andrea was very knowledgeable (he grew up in this area and is well studied in all things Catania) - and was very friendly. Our group was small, and he took time to answer our questions, and engage with us. We toured in his van, but also hiked a bit up the mountain and saw the caves. We really enjoyed our time, and would definitely book with this company again. Well worth the price.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you so much for this incredible review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that our tour was a highlight of your trip. Andrea's deep roots in Catania and his passion for the region really shine through in everything he does, so it’s wonderful to know you appreciated his local expertise and friendly nature. We purposely keep our groups small to allow for that exact kind of personal engagement, hiking, and Q&A time. Thank you for recognizing the value of our experience and for your trust—knowing you would book with us again is the highest compliment we could receive. Safe travels, and we hope to welcome you back to Sicily soon!

Wonderful tour

Sonja_M, May 2026

Wonderful tour with Kevin. Nice blend between nature and tourism (shopping opportunities). He was very informative and entertaining.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with Kevin and appreciated the balance between exploring the natural beauty of the area and enjoying some local shopping opportunities. Kevin prides himself on keeping our tours both highly informative and entertaining, so knowing he hit the perfect note for you is fantastic. We will be sure to share your kind words with him. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for another great adventure!

Excellent Etna Adventure

John_K, May 2026

Orella was an excellent guide and answered every question we had along the way. She was knowledgeable, patient and kind. She even made an excellent recommendation for a local fresh seafood restaurant. Wear hiking shoes and layers.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that Orella made such a great impression with her knowledge, kindness, and patience. She always goes above and beyond, and we are glad you enjoyed her local fresh seafood recommendation! Thank you also for adding that excellent tip about the hiking shoes and layers—it is perfect advice for future guests, as the weather on the volcano can change quickly. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again

Must do trip!

Jfcf1755, May 2026

Very informative and insightful trip! Our guide Rau was the best. We were a party of 4 and each of us loved the trip. Our guide made it wonderful with his knowledge, humor and patience.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that all four of you loved the trip. Rau will be incredibly happy to read your kind words—he truly brings the tour to life with his knowledge, humor, and patient guidance. It was a pleasure hosting your group on the volcano, and we hope to welcome you all back for another adventure in the future. Safe travels

Scenic morning tour

Yvette_Y, May 2026

Lovely morning out with Fabrizio on the slopes. Easy walks and stunning scenery of forests, lava tube and lava flows

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We are delighted that you enjoyed your morning with Fabrizio. The contrast between the lush forests and the raw power of the lava flows and tubes is what makes Etna so unique. We're glad you found the pace enjoyable and the scenery stunning. We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Fabrizio!

Fantastic tour!!

C_M, May 2026

One of the highlights of our whole trip! The guide is super knowledgeable and engaging and the tour is away from the crowds, This was one of the highlights of our entire trip! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging and took us to a variety of interesting and beautiful spots that were away from the crowds. The tour was a wonderful way to spend a day exploring outside!

Response from Host, May 2026

Wow, what a wonderful compliment! Thank you so much for choosing us. We are absolutely thrilled to hear that our tour was a highlight of your entire trip. Our mission is precisely that: to take our guests away from the crowds to discover the hidden, quiet beauty of the volcano. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with your guide, who will be delighted to know they made your day so special.

Definitely recommend

Megan_B, May 2026

Our guide Giorgio was excellent. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and gave us lots of useful information along the way. He was also a careful and considerate driver and host. We felt very safe at all times (unlike on some other tours with different companies). The tour was the right length allowing us to fit in lots of sightseeing while still being back in town for the afternoon.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We are delighted to hear that Giorgio made such a positive impression. Safety and comfort are our top priorities, so it’s wonderful to know you felt secure and well-cared for throughout the journey. We’re also glad the tour timing worked perfectly for your schedule. We’ll be sure to pass your compliments along to Giorgio—he’ll be very proud to hear them!

Great adventure wth Giorgio

Agata_Z, May 2026

Had a great time with Giorgio, who shared his local knowledge and made sure all members of the trip were comfortable and enjoyed the ride and the walks. The meeting spot was easy to find, and all tour-guides were wearing Etna&Sea hoodies/t-shirts. We left and came back on time.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for such a detailed review! We’re thrilled you had a great time with Giorgio—he always makes it a priority to ensure everyone feels comfortable and engaged. We're also glad you found our meeting spot easily and appreciated our team's professional look with our Etna&Sea gear. Being on time is very important to us, so we're happy everything ran smoothly.

Fabio was very...

Scott_C, Apr 2026

Fabio was very knowledgeable and communicative, as were the other guides. The hike to the crater was manageable.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your feedback! We are delighted to hear that you found Fabio knowledgeable and communicative. It’s also wonderful to know that you appreciated the professionalism of our entire guiding team. We’re glad the hike to the crater was manageable and enjoyable for you.

Morning Jeep Tour of Mt. Etna

Bryan_W, Apr 2026

I enjoyed the tour from start to finish. The guide was friendly and informative. The tour was definitely good value for money.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour from start to finish. Our team strives to provide informative and friendly service to every guest, and we're glad you felt the experience offered great value. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!

Enjoyed the tour

irinakendix, Mar 2026

Great tour, avoiding the crowds, saw wonderful sights. Entertaining guide. Everything we wanted. Thanks

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for the feedback! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the sights and that we could provide a more intimate experience away from the crowds. Providing that 'off-the-beaten-path' feel is exactly what we aim for. Glad our guide kept you entertained, too

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Annamaria_H, Nov 2025

It was a great deal for this price! Our tour guides were amazing, many fifferent and beautiful sites and all in all great experience🥰

Great way to spend a morning!

JoannaM, Nov 2025

This was a fabulous way to spend our morning. There was just a few of us on the tour so it felt very private. And for the first part, we felt like we were the only ones on the mountain. Bluebird day, great views, and the guide was fabulous.

You will have a good time but you will need proper attire

Natalie_G, Oct 2025

Really cool experience! Mount etna is very unique and you won’t get this experience anywhere else! Please make sure you wear long pants that covers your ankles or else you could be pricked by plants

Ship docked late. We...

dawn_k, Oct 2025

Ship docked late. We couldn’t get refund or different times were not offered. Unfortunately no cell service nor WiFi service was available

Response from Host, Oct 2025

We called you before the excursion started, the phone rang but there was no answer. After 2 hours of the excursion starting, you asked for a refund and said that the phone had no reception. We explained to you that we had marked the no-show and that cannot be cancelled.

Wonderful experience with...

Lindy_O, Oct 2025

Wonderful experience with Luca exploring Mt Etna. Despite crappy weather, Luca provided alternative sights and made our experience memorable. Bring warm clothes!

A very special experience - worth the time and the cost.

Virginia_M, Oct 2025

Our guide Dario was just outstanding. Excellent command of English, very knowledgeable and very concerned and caring for the abilities and limitations of each of the six members of our group, ranging in age from 30s to 70s. Commentary involved various perspectives on the lava flows, interactions between the local population and the active volcano which was insightful. Visitor center stop allowed ample time for photography of the spectacular setting, a brief hike up the mountain, and a drink/bathroom/shopping stop for those inclined to more passive time. Maybe the highlight was exploration of a lava cave; unique for sure. Suggestion for those considering this excursion - check the weather on Etna, not in the cities at the base. It can get windy and cold on a mountain. Our only complaint had nothing to do with the tour itself, or of our guides. Both were superb. Our problem was with communication with management - in particular- confirming the meeting location. We sent messages through the Viator app - no response. Day of tour we showed up at the location shown on the Viator app but the office at that location was locked and had a different business name. Fortunately there was another couple waiting there. We both reached out to our booking companies - they were informed the meeting place was across the piazza. Viator only told us that the tour had not been cancelled. Both Viator and the company management failed us. If not for the other couple we would have missed an exceptional tour.

Great day

Elizabeth_R, Sep 2025

Alrhough it said morning trip it was almost a full day 8.30 till 2.30 guide Fabio was excellent and knowledgeable he made sure we had an informative trip

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you for sharing your positive experience! We're glad to hear that Fabio provided an excellent and informative trip. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future!

Greatest tour guide

Leticia_M, Sep 2025

Our tour guide Paul has only been doing this job about one month and we would have never guessed. He was great very informative and proud of his knowledge so willing to share. Everyone needs to request him. Thank you

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Paul made such a positive impression despite his short time with us. I'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. We hope to see you again on future tours!

Memorable Experience!

Kathleen_O, Aug 2025

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! I'm thrilled to hear that you and your nephew enjoyed the tour and the incredible experience of exploring the volcano at multiple altitudes. It’s wonderful to know that the hike around the craters was exhilarating and that our guide’s expertise made the experience even more engaging. I appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you both again for more outdoor adventures. Safe travels!

Our excursion to Etna was...

Christina_D, Aug 2025

Our excursion to Etna was great. The tour guide was wonderful and explained in detail all aspects of the jeep tour

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your excursion to Etna and that our tour guide made the experience memorable.

Our guide, Kevin, was...

Tim_C, Jul 2025

Our guide, Kevin, was fantastic and incredibly knowledgeable about Etna. We had 3 generations together in the jeep and all of us enjoyed the trip and learnt so much. The wine, oil and honey tasting was tied to a local producer with no pressure to buy.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Kevin provided an exceptional experience and shared his knowledge about Etna. It's great to know that the whole family enjoyed the trip and that you appreciated the tasting experience with the local producer—without any pressure to purchase.

Once in a lifetime experience!

Aimee_H, Jun 2025

We were there June 2, 2025. Major eruption pyrotechnic event we got to witness. Rui was an amazing guide and very informative and helpful! Thank you for the experience!

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It was a pleasure having you as our guest.

Great half day trip to see Etna sights.

Jenny_W, Jun 2025

A small group, comfortable vehicle and engaging guides. A close up look at Mt Etna without hiking. We were the only English speakers in the group but the guides ensured we got equal commentary. Would recommend.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It was a pleasure having you as our guest.

We had the best adventure...

June_R, Apr 2025

We had the best adventure with our guide, Kevin, exploring a lava tube (under ground lava cave). It was so fascinating! Then we stopped for tastings of wine, oils and honey. A wonderful day!

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thank you for sharing your experience with you and it was a pleasure to have you as our guests

It was such a blast and...

Alicia_L, Apr 2025

It was such a blast and we learned so much! Even though it was less than ideal conditions (quite cold and completely foggy) our guide Fabrizio made it fun and taught us so much! I am grateful for the experience :)