North Etna hike. The excursion takes place on the North slope in the protected area of Etna Park, Trail or hiking shoes are enough to make this hike easy. The half-day visit of Etna from the North side is easy and accessible to everyone, adults and children (even young children). The group is made up of a maximum of 8 people, accompanied by an English-speaking guide. This is an excursion made for travelers who love nature and hiking. Our excursion starts early in the morning, to allow you to fully appreciate the beauty and majesty of the Etna volcano. This visit is perfect to understand how the Etna volcano works. You will discover that there is not only the top of the volcano to visit. Our route passes through fascinating places: you will see ancient craters, lava flows from different eras and a lava tunnel. Highlights of the Etna North Tour: Hike with our French-speaking guide through a set of 8 craters online. Visit of a lava tunnel. View of Etna, the Ionian Sea, the coast from Riposto to Naxos and Calabria. Hike of about 3 hours. Elevation 100m +-.