Etna Hike + Alcantara Gorges

On this hiking route, you'll walk on the slopes of Mount Etna and explore the Alcantara Gorges. You'll admire lava landscapes, vast vineyards, and steep basalt cliffs.

Hike Details

At the designated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel or Port of Messina to set off to the northern slopes of Mount Etna, the starting point of our adventure. This destination is essential for hiking enthusiasts and those interested in this natural wonder in Sicily.

For approximately 3 hours, we'll walk among ancient craters while admiring the stunning volcanic landscapes, vegetation, and prints of the last large eruption from 2002.

After our hiking route, our vehicle will take us to the area surrounding the town of Castiglione di Sicilia. We'll cross the Sicilian countryside and its vineyards until reaching the Alcantara Valley, where we'll enjoy a delicious picnic-style lunch with typical island products.

Post-lunch, we'll head to the shores of the Alcantara River to view its volcanic cliffs and basalt walls. You can relax in the river's refreshing waters, take pictures, and visit the famous Alcantara Gorges. Between April and July, the landscape transforms with a unique flowering.

Finally, we'll return to Messina and conclude our trip after a total of 7 hours.