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Etna Revolution
Duration
5 days and 4 nights
Dates
October, 28 – November, 1
Max people
8
From
€360 per person
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Mount Etna, step by step.
Etna Revolution is a five-day hiking journey that crosses all four sides of the volcano, following a circular route through some of Mount Etna’s most spectacular and untamed landscapes.
A journey on foot into the heart of the volcano, through ancient lava flows, forests, caves, craters, mountain shelters and ever-changing landscapes, designed to reveal Mount Etna slowly and from constantly changing perspectives. From the impressive scenery of the Valle del Bove to the forests of the northern slope, the remote areas of the western side and the volcanic landscapes of the south, each day reveals a different face of the mountain.
Autumn makes the journey even more captivating, as the colours of the vegetation contrast with the black volcanic rock, while the higher elevations offer constantly changing atmospheres and a unique encounter between nature and volcanic landscapes.
Accompanied by a certified hiking and environmental guide, participants will spend five days exploring the volcano on foot, staying overnight in mountain shelters and tent camps for an authentic experience in close contact with nature.
An adventure designed for experienced and physically fit hikers who want to go beyond the classic Mount Etna excursion and experience the volcano in a deeper, more immersive way, exploring it day after day until completing the entire circuit.
This trek is designed for experienced walkers who are used to hiking regularly, including in natural environments, with a good walking pace and enough stamina to complete several consecutive days of trekking.
It is an intense, immersive and authentic experience, ideal for those who want to experience the volcano in depth rather than simply observe it.
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Bookings are confirmed by bank transfer.
Refunds:
- a 100% refund is available for cancellations made by 15 September 2026;
- a 50% refund for cancellations made by 30 September 2026;
- no refund is available after 1 October 2026.
The guide reserves the right to refuse participation to anyone who is not adequately equipped.
The itinerary
Day 1 · Valle del Bove
Rifugio Sapienza, Serra del Salifizio, the Valle del Bove ridge, the 1992 and 2018 lava flows, and a tent camp at an altitude of 1,300 metres.
Day 2 · Clan dei Ragazzi
Neviera di Don Puddu, historic lava flows, Grotta della Neve, and the 1865 and 2002 lava flows, continuing to the mountain refuge on Etna’s northern slope.
Day 3 · Case Pirao
Ragabo Pine Forest, Altomontana Trail, Grotta dei Lamponi, the 1614–1624 lava flows, Etna’s beech forest and a mountain refuge.
Day 4 · Monte Scavo
Western slope, the 1981 eruption, Monte Spagnolo, remote forests and an overnight stay at the Monte Scavo refuge.
Day 5 · Rientro al Rifugio Sapienza
Poggio La Caccia, Galvarina, Serra la Nave, Case Carpinteri and return to the starting point on Etna’s southern slope.
Before you go
- ✓Hikers with a good level of physical fitness
- ✓Those looking for an immersive multi-day experience
- ✓Those interested in volcanology, geology and extreme landscapes
- ✓People used to hiking regularly for several consecutive days
- ✓Minimum age: 16 years
- ✓Meeting point: Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza, Nicolosi (CT)
- ✓Meeting on 28 October 2026 at 8:00 AM
- ✓Trek starts at 9:30 AM
- ✓Return on 1 November 2026 by 2:30 PM
- ✓Bookings by 5 October 2026
- ✓Booking by bank transfer
- ✓The itinerary may be subject to changes in the event of adverse weather conditions
- ✓The guide may change or cancel a stage for safety reasons
- ✓The guide reserves the right to refuse participation to anyone who is not adequately equipped
- ✓Not suitable for people with respiratory, muscular or cardiovascular conditions or high blood pressure
Before booking
What kind of experience is it?
It is a five-day trek immersed in nature, with stages alternating between mountain refuges, bivouacs and tents. It is designed for those who want to truly discover Mount Etna through hiking.
What level of fitness is required?
A good level of hiking experience, a strong walking pace and sufficient stamina to complete several consecutive days of trekking in a natural environment are required.
How does payment work?
You can pay the full amount at the time of booking or split the payment into a deposit and final balance, according to the deadlines provided by the guide.
What happens in case of bad weather?
In the event of adverse weather conditions, the guide may change the itinerary, adapt the programme or skip a stage for safety reasons.
What are the cancellation conditions?
A 100% refund is available for cancellations made by 15 September 2026, and a 50% refund for cancellations made by 30 September 2026. No refund is available for cancellations made after 1 October 2026.
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