Our wonderful guide Augusto took us by car and on foot through amazing sceneries, sharing with us his remarkable knowledge on botany, zoology, geology, history and greek mythology. We loved being deep among a cloud of ginestra plants, with their overpowering scent, expanding our view over il Bove, and then the Silvestri craters, and culminating the experience with a sunset view, while enjoying delicious biscotti regina and local licoeur. We recommend this experience as the best and most fun and informational way to get to know Etna.

Our group had a wonderfull experience thanks to Marghertia and Ernesto of Etna guided tours. We booked a customized tour with a group of 58 people and they managed very well to have a great experience for everyone. All communication in advance went very well, and they answered all questions very quickly even in high season, with all enthousiasm. They went the extra mile to bring our group some sicilian pastries and making such great pictures of our group. We also booked a dinner at a winery with a winetasting via them. This was such a beautiful place. Also the transport of our group was very well arranged by them as well. I would 100% reccomend this experience to everyone.

We had an unforgettable team experience at Etna thanks to the marvelous guides Margherita, Massimiliano, Ernesto and others.We had not only the tour,photosessions and lively conversations together but also an amazing Sicilian pastries brought by Margherita and food and wine tasting in the evening! I would really reccomend!

The best tour guide you’ll ever see Ernesto is a professional guide who will show you the best way you could get in your trip Even later when we got stacked with the car he helped us with nothing as return He is our angel

We had the worst experience. We booked the tour with Ernesto, he mentioned we had to meet him at a different place and not our hotel as it is mentioned in the brochure for the asked price. We let it go, but when we reached the agreed place on the agreed time he didn't show up. When we texted him, he read the messages but did not respond. We also called him a bunch of times, but he did not answer. We waited for him at least half an hour...still waiting. We had to plan again our visit to Etna with a different agency at the last time, paying more and having the frustration that almost ruined our day. This is unacceptable. Total waste of time and money.

Ernesto was very knowledgeable, friendly and made us laugh :) it was a great excursion, we did not go where all the tourists went so that was another good thing. Plus the unexpected landing. Great day! I highly recommend booking a tour with Ernesto.

We were picked up by Marco from our hotel early in the morning and the atmosphere was great! Marco was very friendly and was very kind to stop on the way for some coffee and sandwiches for the trek. We were provided with professional trekking gear (boots, sticks, jackets and backpacks) which has made it more comfy as the temperature and weather was changing all the time! Marco has a lot of passion and knowledge and we have learned a lot during our trip! We also went to see the caves which was a bit scary ( a bit claustrophobic ) , but we felt very safe in Marco's hands :) Overall it was great! Marco is super intelligent, funny and interesting person! We were very lucky to have him as our tour guide! Thanks again for an amazing day Marco! We hope to see you again when we visit Sicily in the future!

I was there at end of may 2017. Views was awsome! Guide know many stories and for our group much more that we expected. Many, many thx and greetings from Poland

Marco, our guide picked us up from the B&B. he is very experienced and knowledgeable about the volcano. He has gear in his car for all of us. Took us hiking off the usual paths. He speaks English very well and is a fun guy. he also took us inside a lava cave, it was really amazing.

Great trip. Quite difficult terrain as there was still snow on some of the paths and coming back down was tricky on some areas of lava sand. Good, knowledgeable guide who was very conscientious about safety. Small group of 7 . My husband and I are getting on a bit - nearly 70 - and the rest of the group were fitter and a lot younger but he was very good at making sure we were alright. The climb was well worth the view at the top.

If you are able to walk and enjoy nature. you will see a different nature and a different walk, even if you have done other volcanoes before. It is a small group that will take you to the right places and you will walk instead of using the lifts. This is for people who enjoy participating and not being driven. Even though you will be driven in a 4x4 vehicle. Ernesto was attentive, safe. you will see a lava tunnel, panoramic views that you will only know about only if you have a lot of time to research on your own. My time was well spent, and that is a resource I cherish while on vacation. we did not want to drive in Sicily and this was a great way to get there without having to rent one. the excursion includes a ride in areas that only a 4x4 can do.

We spent some most interesting hours together with Ernest and Marco. The highlight was without any doubts "la caldera del diabolo". For once one did not have the feeling to move "on the beaten (tourist) walk". Those two guys are among the best!!

Did the half day experience and lucky enough to have Marco as our tour guide. His English was excellent and geological knowledge of the area. Take good walking shoes and a sweatshirt for the trek as its v windy and chilly at the top. Views are amazing. The caving part is also interesting and not difficult to climb in to at all. Had lovely lunch provided on the way down. Recommend with children. Take plenty of water and remember you are at high altitude and can feel a little light headed if you climb up to the tops.

this tour was recommended by our b&b. We don't like tours and were very skeptical. Happily we were proven wrong!!!! Ernesto is a very knowledgeable guide. He took us off the beaten path and explained the history of the mountain. We wanted to hike and he did his best to challenge our stamina. This is a no frills adventure. Anybody that wants to avoid the gaggle of tourists and busses need to give Ernesto a call. GREAT TRIP!!!!!

We had a tour with young children and it was great. We all loved it. The service is very professional (material, security, etc.).