Etna Shore Excursion for cruise ship passengers

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Discover Europe’s highest volcano during a shore excursion with our Mount Etna Jeep Tour from port Catania.

You will visit old and new lava flows, an impressive volcanic landscape during the off-road part with the jeep as well as during an easy hike – always accompanied by an English-speaking guide.


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Etna for cruise ship passengers : Highlights

  • Experience an Volcano off-road adventure with a 4x4 vehicle
  • Take a hike along the old and new lava flows
  • Equipped with helmets and flashlights you will explore a lava cave
  • English-speaking guide
  • Pick-up and drop-off – Port of Catania

During this shore excursion for cruise ship passengers you will have the perfect mix of an adventurous Jeep experience and the Sicilian culture. Discover one of the most active volcanoes in the world with our Etna Jeep Tour. We will pick you up at the Port of Catania with one of our off-road vehicles (including the popular Land Rover 110) and heading in the direction of the volcano.

Mount Etna Excursions 4x4
Mount Etna Excursions 4×4

We are passing idyllic Sicilian villages and some of Sicily’s most famous wine-growing regions and whilst gaining altitude, you will learn a lot about the country, the population and their culture. You will certainly remember the impressive play of colours of the black lava and the extraordinary vegetation on Mount Etna. As we pass by the lava flows of recent years, we will see centuries-old forests and we will stop at some of the most beautiful places on Mount Etna. During an easy hike of approx. 45 min. on the craters in the surrounding, you will see the unique landscape with the old and new lava.

Shore Etna Excursion
Shore Etna Excursion
Of course, a competent English-speaking guide will accompany you during this guided trip on Mount Etna and you will learn a lot about the history of the volcano with its myths and the current situation there. You will continue the adventurous jeep tour on an off-road track through the pine forests and you will get further insight into the unique and diverse flora and fauna which inhabits the lava rocks.

Like the speleologists, you will be equipped with helmets and flashlights to explore one of the famous lava caves on foot with your guide. These caves were created by a lava flow and they still have special properties. Centuries ago, residents close to Mount Etna used these caves for the ice production.

As the last stop of the half-day tour we will drive to the hardened lava flows, which destroyed the local ski lift during the last big eruption.

After all these unforgettable impressions we will return to your cruise in Catania.

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  • Including experienced English speaking guide
  • Including equipment like trekking poles, helmet and flashlight
  • Including Pick-up and drop-off at the port of Catania

  • The tour is easy and suitable for everyone.
  • Children under 12 years pay EUR 10.00 less. Upon request we can provide a child safety seat or booster seat (free)
  • Trekking shoes can be rented on request for EUR 5.00/pair
  • Wind jacket can be purchased on request for EUR 20.00/piece
  • Your gift voucher: Place your order by phone or email ([email protected]) to get a gift voucher
  • Availability: We are open all year, except: 25.12 and 01.01

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Etna for cruise ship passengers: Reviews 5768

Score 4.9/5
Total reviews: 5768
Reviews in English: 1251

Donna Lehman VERIFIED
11 December 2024

Enjoyable Mount Etna Adventure and Sicilian Wine Tasting

We had a lovely private tour with Salvo - who was truly knowledgable about the region, the history, the mountain, volcanic activity and even wines! Our drive was comfortable. He pointed out many local details we were happy to learn. Mt Etna is astonishing, and the closer we got to it, the more amazing it became. We got to walk through a lava tube, do a short hike up to see a couple of small craters. It was a very windy day, so we requested to stop the hike a little early, and Salvo was flexible. He explained how the mountain was formed and many more fascinating facts. GREAT guide. Our stop at the Patria winery was equally lovely. Tasted multiple wines, some award-winning. The meal served was delicious and abundant. More than expected. We loved the whole day and highly recommend the excursion - and the tour group. 



Anna VERIFIED
11 December 2024

Sehr interessant und super Guide

Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Tour auf eine Seitenflanke des Ätnas, eine Grottenbesichtigung und sahen das Ende eines Lavastroms. Die Wanderung war sehr kurz aber es hat trotzdem Spaß gemacht. Unser Guide Sascha hat die Tour mit viel Information und Humor gestaltet! Einzig schade war, dass man hier eine "Jeep Tour" bucht aber mit Ford Tourneos unterwegs ist. 



Sherry VERIFIED
07 December 2024

Good

Pretty good tour 



Luke VERIFIED
04 December 2024


Anne Puuska VERIFIED
04 December 2024

Half day jeep tour

Upea reissu, ainutlaatuiseen kohteeseen. Oppaat olivat ystävällisiä ja mukavia. Heiltä sai paljon tietoa  tulivuoren synnystä ja toiminnasta. Kaikki toimi erinomaisesti. Vahva suositus.



Marie-Louise Vella VERIFIED
03 December 2024

Esperienza indimenticabile

Io e mio marito abbiamo scelto Go-Etna principariamente per i review che dicevano delle cose belle su Go-Etna.  In fatti e' davvero cosi ... e' stata una esperienza meravigliosa e Samuel e' stato impeccabile dall'inizio alla fine.  Ci ha dato informazioni e referenza alla storia dell'Etna che rende la gita sull'Etna avventurosa, divertente, spettacolare e unica.  Bravi Go-Etna e grazie.





Prices & Booking

No hidden fees - All inclusive

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts
Available all year round

Etna 4x4 for cruise ship passengers

Duration: 5 hours Difficulty: Easy
€ 80 per person
including pickup/drop off Port Catania

English-speaking guide

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This tour is also available in a PRIVATE version. Driver, guide and vehicle will be available exclusively for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely not! We only offer "all inclusive" trips. There are no nasty surprises during the tour; no hidden costs or entrance fees which have to be paid separately, for the listed program.
Recommended clothing varies depending on the season:

From November to March
We recommend a winter jacket, long trousers, a warm hat and sturdy waterproof shoes.

From April to May
Weather and temperatures can be very different, so we recommend layered winter clothing and trainers.

From June to September
The weather and temperatures are pleasant, we recommend a T-shirt, trousers or shorts, sneakers. (In any case, it is recommended to have a light jacket with you in case of wind)

October
Weather and temperatures are very different, so we recommend multi-layered winter clothing and trainers.
Weather conditions are monitored daily and in the event of a thunderstorm you will be contacted to cancel or postpone the tour. In case of cancellation or impossible postponement, we will refund (if the tour has been paid in advance).
It is possible to cancel the booking through our APP, through the booking section of the website or by email. Cancellations by phone or SMS / WhatsApp are not possible.
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