Piazzale Funivia · Etna South
Quad rides in the woods, trekking at 3,000 m and the summit craters at 3,400 m. I help visitors to Catania choose the right excursion, with clear, honest advice.
4.8 / 5 in Google reviews · I speak Italian, English and a little French
I've always had two passions: talking to travellers, and Etna. At the cable car station I'll help you choose the right excursion for you, with clear, honest advice.
Meet Edy →Three different altitudes, all on the south side. If you're not sure which to choose, write to me: I'll advise you based on age, fitness and how much time you have.
3,400 m
The highest point you can reach, at the edge of the summit craters. Only in summer, and only when Etna allows it.
3,000 m
Trekking for anyone who wants to feel Etna under their feet: ash trails, silence and views that repay every step.
In the woods
The roar of the engine, volcanic dust and woods that open up onto Etna: one to enjoy as a couple, with family or with friends.
Piazzale Funivia dell'Etna, Etna South · this is where we meet
Private excursions for couples, families and small groups, plus the sunset quad ride on request. Send me the date and the number of people: I'll reply myself with a proposal and a quote.
4.8 / 5on Google
★★★★★
“Edy suggested the quad because we were short on time and had two children with us: the perfect choice. Clear explanations before we set off and no surprises on the price.”
★★★★★
“He told us straight away what the weather was like up high and what to bring. The trek was demanding but beautiful, and all the gear was included.”
★★★★★
“Honest from the very first message: he explained that going up to the craters depends on the conditions on the day. That day we could go up, and it was the best part of our trip.”
The questions people ask me most often at the cable car station.
No. The quad is ridden in the woods on the south side. To reach 3,000 and 3,400 m, you go up on foot.
Rarely, and only if safety conditions allow it. I can't promise it: it depends on the conditions on the day, and everything is decided on the spot.
No: before setting off you'll get all the instructions you need to ride it with confidence.
Yes: quad from age 6, trekking from age 8, as long as they're physically up to it.
It depends on the day. In the mountains the weather can change from one moment to the next: we check the forecast and decide on the spot.
Tell me how many of you there are, your ages and the day you have in mind. I'll reply personally with the right excursion and a quote.
Piazzale Funivia dell'Etna, Etna South (Nicolosi, CT)
Weather and volcanic activity decide whether we go up and how far, and the choice is made on the spot, on the day. High-altitude excursions are not suitable for anyone with heart or breathing problems.
