Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Etna 3000 Tour, a thrilling off-road experience that takes you to an altitude of 2,900 meters on the legendary Mount Etna, Europe’s most active volcano. Starting daily at 10:30 AM from Piano Provenzana (Etna North side), our journey begins in off-road vehicles, navigating high-altitude tracks carved through breathtaking volcanic landscapes formed during the dramatic 2002 eruption. The excitement continues as we drive towards Pizzi Deneri at 2,840 meters, where you’ll visit the Vulcanological Observatory, a scientific research center that offers a fascinating insight into the ongoing volcanic activity of Mount Etna. From here, the adventure becomes even more thrilling: the ascent on foot. As we make our way along a rugged path surrounded by volcanic scoria and bomb fields, you’ll feel the raw energy of the volcano underfoot. The hike, which covers an ascent of 300 meters, offers stunning panoramic views as we climb towards the summit. At 2,900 meters, you’ll reach a panoramic viewpoint where the breathtaking landscapes of both the Leone Valley and Bove Valley unfold before you. On clear days, the majestic Northeast and Southeast craters are in full view, showcasing Etna’s dominant position over the Sicilian landscape. This is an experience that brings you face-to-face with the power and beauty of one of the world’s most active volcanoes.

For those seeking a truly magical experience, we also offer the Etna 3000 at Sunset Tour, starting daily at 5:00 PM. This unique tour lasts approximately 3 hours and takes you on a breathtaking journey to the summit of Mount Etna.
Starting from Piano Provenzana (Etna North Side), we travel in off-road vehicles to reach the Northeast Crater at an altitude of 2,900 meters. Here, you’ll visit the Vulcanological Observatory, one of the key research points for studying the volcano’s activity.

From this point, the ascent continues on foot, guiding you through a landscape of volcanic scoria and ash until we reach a panoramic viewpoint at 2,900 meters. Here, you’ll visit the Vulcanological Observatory, one of the key research points for studying the volcano’s activity.

From this point, the ascent continues on foot, guiding you through a landscape of volcanic scoria and ash until we reach a panoramic viewpoint at 2,900 meters. This is where the real magic happens: surrounded by the dramatic volcanic environment, you’ll have the chance to stop and take in the grandiosity, uniqueness, and geological processes of Mount Etna, all while enjoying a spectacular view from the “roof of Sicily.” As the sun sets, the volcanic landscape transforms, creating an unforgettable atmosphere bathed in golden hues.

This tour is perfect for those who want to witness Etna’s beauty at a quieter, more serene time of day, offering a perspective of the volcano and its surroundings that few will ever experience.