When should I visit Etna?

Etna can be visited and hiked year-round. For the hike, definitely March to September. The best months to visit Mount Etna with pleasant temperatures and without the extreme July/August tourist crowds are: May and late September – October.

How long does it take to walk up Mt Etna?

about 1 hour and 30 minutes
From here the hike begins throughout the most recent lava flows leading up to the summit of Mt Etna, in a volcanic environment. Helmets will be provided. There are about 3 km to the rim of the crater, under normal conditions, the ascent takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

What is the best way to visit Mount Etna?

You can either use the public transports (cable car and 4×4 jeep) or even hike from Rifugio Sapienza to the summit. It’s also possible to select a public tour directly at Rifugio Sapienza. Without it, you’d only be allowed up to 2900 meters at Etna South.

How cold is it up Mount Etna?

The climate of the volcano Around 2000 m in winter, temperatures rise up to 8°-10° and in summer they vary between 15° and 30°.

Is it cold up Mount Etna?

Even during the summer months, you may still feel cold. In fact, the temperature can vary between 5 and 10°C with every 1,000 m. To give you a clearer idea of what awaits you, when the sea temperature is 30°, the temperature at 2,000 m will be between 10 and 20°, and at the top, it will be between zero and 10°.

Is Mount Etna covered with snow?

The climate of the volcano Etna Sunset Tour. Moreover, during the winter months, usually from December to March, the volcano is covered with snow; this year the snow has already made its “appearance” in November, and we are obviously equipped to live our experience on Etna despite its presence.

Can you walk up Mount Etna?

The Mount Etna summit hike (3,350 meters / 10,912 ft) is not possible at the moment. Due to the current volcanic activities, it’s not permitted. Currently, the highest point you can reach is Torre del Filosofo at 2,920 meters (9,580 ft).

How much does it cost to go up Mount Etna?

For those who wish to get to 2900 mt. (9600 ft.), the ticket price is €50 for adults and €39 for kids 5/10 years old; the price includes the cable car, 4×4 vehicle, and a 60 minutes walk led by a guide. Those who desire to visit the active craters to an altitude of 3320 mt. (10100 ft.)

Can you see lava at Mount Etna?

You can’t seen any lava. From a distance you can see some smoke. Etna has many craters most of which are no longer active. The only craters we were allowed to walk around erupted a long time ago and show no sign of life.

Is there skiing on Mount Etna?

Mt. Etna’s has two main ski resorts, Piano Provenzana and Nicolosi. Both resorts provide scenic alpine and downhill slopes. The difference is Nicolosi is located in the southern part of the mountain, covers more ground and has more vertical pistes.