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Etna quad adventure 2 hours

  • Rifugio Ragabo - Etna Nord
  • 9:00 am -11:15 am - 2:00 pm
  • Duration: 2 Hours

Etna quad adventure 2 hours

Etna quad adventure 2 hours

This 2-hour quad bike adventure is perfect for those who want to explore the wild side of Europe's most active volcano without spending a full day. Ride through ancient lava fields, dusty off-road trails, and stunning pine forests near Etna Nord. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, this short but intense experience combines fun, nature, and adventure – all with the guidance of a local expert.

  • Start location: Rifugio Ragabo - Etna Nord
  • Starttime: 9:00 am -11:15 am - 2:00 pm
  • Duration excursion: 2 hours
Etna Quad Adventure 2 hours itinerary

The Etna quad adventure tour of 2 hours starts from Rifugio Ragabo, Linguaglossa – Etna Nord. During the tour you do different stops to admire the beauty of Mount Etna. The guide will explain you more about the history during those stops.

With the utmost respect for the environment and in maximum safety, the guides will take you along old roads and show you hidden beauties on the volcano Etna. Old lava flows and a visit to a real lava cave will be the ingredients of your Etna quad adventure.

  • Maximum altitude: 1650 meters
  • Visit the lava flow of the eruption of 2002
  • Drive trough the Ragabo pine forest
  • Visit a real lava cave
  • Total duration about 2 hours
Detail:

Experience an unforgettable Etna quad adventure exploring the fascinating and beautiful area of the north side of Mount Etna: Piano Provenzana during this 2-hour quad tour.

  • Starting point: Rifugio Ragabo - Etna Nord
  • Departure time: 9:00 am -11:15 am - 2:00 pm
  • Meeting time: 15 min. before start
  • Total duration 2 Hours
Price and availability

Price Etna quad bike tour 1/2 day

The Etna quad bike tour costs € 110,00 per quad. A maximum of 2 people can ride on 1 quad bike. The price is always the same, whether you go alone or with 2 people on 1 quad.

We don’t ask any prepayment! You can pay on the day of the quad bike tour, directly to your guide. We work on the principle of trust. You can trust us that there will be a quad ready for you when you book. And we trust you to show up when you book.

You can pay for the quad bike tour by cash, ATM or credit card. There is no ATM nearby to withdraw money!

Starttime and availability

The quad tour is possible from April till November. In the winter period they are closed. The tours are every day possible, but only on reservation. The start time may vary from day to day. Possible starting times are:

  • Start 09.00 or 09.30 hour
  • Start 11.00 or 11.15 hour
  • Start 14.30 hour
  • Start 17.00 hour (only in high season)

Please indicate your preferred time (morning or afternoon) with your booking request.

The tour takes more less 2 hours. During the tour you do different stops to admire the beauty of Mount Etna. The guide will explain you more about the history during those stops.

Note: While other organizations sometimes ride with as many as 20 quad bikes at a time, this organization chooses to do the tours in “small” groups. This way the quality always remains high! This often means a maximum of 6 – 8 quads per guide. The organization chooses to guide small groups so as to ensure high quality. This means limited availability.

Timeschedule

You need to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour. This way the guide has time to explain you how to drive the quad, you can try the right helmet and you can go to the bathroom if needed. You can park your car opposite or next to Rifugio Ragabo. There is plenty of free parking here.

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Including and excluding
  • Quad bike tour of 2 hours
  • Visit to a lava flow cave
  • Old lava flow of 2002
  • Drive through the Ragabo pine forest
  • Arriving at a maximum high of 1650 meters
  • Underhelmet
  • Helmet
  • Petrol
  • With Local Expert tour guide
  • Drinks and food
  • Tip for the guide (not obligatory)
What to bring

Clothing tips
Be sure to wear layered clothing and bring a good (windproof) jacket. Keep in mind that even in high season the temperature drops when driving at 1400 – 1650 meters high on a Mountain and in a forest. We therefore always recommend to bring a jacket! You can get dirty while quad biking. So do not wear white and/or new clothing.

It is also advisable to wear good closed shoes. For example, hiking boots or sports shoes with good grip, since we make several stops where we walk on solidified lava.

Also bring (sun) glasses. This way you avoid getting dust from other quads in your eyes.

Food and drinks
If you want to bring food and drinks on the tour we advice you to bring a small backpack. You can buy a bottle of water or a snack at the bar of Rifugio Ragabo where we start from. During the tour you make a stop at Piano Provenzana where you can use the bathroom and buy something to eat/ drink if you wish.

Quad bikes

The quads are Polaris. These are automatic quad bikes. There can go 2 persons on 1 quad bike. The organization also provides a helmet and an under-helmet. Tours are given with respect for nature and as much safety as possible.

 

  • Closed shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Dust bandana
  • Jacket
FAQ quad biking

Yes, the driver must have a valid driving license and be at least 18 years old. The license must be shown before the tour begins.

Yes! Each quad can be shared by two participants – one driver and one passenger.

Children must be at least 6 years old to join as a passenger. Please note that the tour includes off-road paths and can be dusty and bumpy. Children should be strong enough to hold on independently during the ride. Younger children may be accepted only on request and entirely under the responsibility of the parents.

No, dogs are not allowed on the tour. We drive about 80% off-road, which makes the ride too bumpy and too long for dogs. Additionally, there is often a lot of windblown dust, which can be unpleasant and even harmful for them. Please note that we also do not have any facility to leave your dog while you're on the tour.

Yes, no previous quad experience is required. A short briefing and test ride are provided before the tour begins. The road to Rifugio Ragabo is a good paved road, where for example the Giro d'Italia also passed. If you don't have your own car, you can ask for a cab or transfer service. Note that renting a car yourself is often much cheaper!

Private group tours can be arranged with up to 15 quads. Larger groups are possible but not recommended for the best experience. Private tours for groups have a different price.

No, the organization unfortunately does not offer a pick-up service. Additionally, there is no public transportation to the starting point. The only option is to get here yourself by car. The road to Rifugio Ragabo is a good paved road, where for example the Giro d'Italia also passed. If you don't have your own car, you can ask for a cab or transfer service. Note that renting a car yourself is often much cheaper!

With a light rain, the quad tour usually goes on as planned. Just make sure to bring your own suitable clothing (like a waterproof jacket). However, in case of very bad weather (such as heavy rain and/or thunderstorms), the organization may decide to cancel the tour for safety reasons. If this happens, we will contact you in time and look for an alternative date that works for you.
per quad

€ 110.00

Etna quad adventure 2 hours

  • Easy to Join, No Experience Needed
  • Thrilling 80% Off-Road Ride

BOOKING REQUEST

Send your request for this excursion without any obligation. We will try to answer you within 1 hour!

  • No hidden costs
  • No advance payment
  • Free cancellation

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    Need help or you want advise?

    Need help? Me and my team will gladly help you choose your excursion!

    • Anniek I live in Linguaglossa and I’m an official touristic guide. It is my goal to give you the best memory of your holiday! I speak Italian, English and Dutch.
    • Ellen I live in Salerno and I love Sicily as a holiday destination. It is my goal to answer your request as soon as possible and to give you the best tips! I speak Italian, English and Dutch.
    • Alessandro I was born in Linguaglossa and I have over 40 years of experience on Mount Etna. Also, I’m an official volcano guide. I speak Italian, English, French and the Sicilian Dialect.
    Contact us this way

    Every day available from 09.00 hour to 21.00 hour, also on Sundays!

    The guide and languages

    The tour will be accompanied by experienced and professional guides who will make you enjoy and respect Nature. During the tour they will tell you the stories of the volcano making your tour a beautiful and super adrenaline experience. Depending on the guide, they will speak Italian, English and/or French.

    Restrictions

    This tour is not recommended/ accessible to:

    • Pregnant woman
    • Children of 0 – 5 year
    • People with back problems
    • people with cardiac problems
    • people with severe knee/walking problems
    • Animals

    We drive 80% off-road. This is hugely bumpy and this is definitely not good for the fetus. Driving off-road also means a lot of dust, this is not good for young children.

    Minimum age & driving license

    To drive a quad bike, a minimum age of 18 years and a category B driving license are required. Children may ride on the rear as passengers. Children must be at least 6 years old. Pregnant women are not allowed to go on the quad bike tour.

    Rental contract quad bike

    Before starting the tour, you need to sign a rental contract to assume your responsibility. This contract will be provided by email. You can send a signed copy of this contract by email as well (don’t print, let’s safe trees!). Every driver of a quad bike needs to sign this contract.

    Quad bikes

    The quads are Polaris. These are automatic quad bikes. There can go 2 persons on 1 quad bike. The organization also provides a helmet and an under-helmet. Tours are given with respect for nature and as much safety as possible.
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