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Mount Etna Helicopter Tour

Young tourist viewing Mount Etna from helicopter during Taormina, Sicily flight tour.
Aerial view of Mount Etna crater during a helicopter flight tour in Taormina, Sicily.
Mount Etna aerial view at sunset with rugged landscape and volcanic craters in Catania, Italy.
Couple approaching helicopter for Etna Volcano tour in Taormina, Sicily.

Enjoy a 3,500m helicopter ride over Mount Etna and Sicily’s stunning landscape.

Highlights

  • Soar above Europe's highest volcano for 30 minutes aboard a helicopter and admire the smoking craters, the geological forces that shape Sicily.

  • Hover over the remains of the 1992 eruption to survey the transformed terrain and marvel at the resilience of Sicily's beauty.

  • Discover the island's treasures stretched out before you from an altitude of 3,500m, from ancient vineyards to charming villages.

Inclusions

  • 30-minute shared helicopter ride

  • Coffee, tea or soft drinks

  • Bottled water

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

On this thrilling helicopter ride, enjoy an unparalleled view of Sicily's past and present, highlighting the influence of Mount Etna over its geography.

Soar above Sicily's splendor

As the helicopter rises, a Sicilian panorama unfolds – ancient vineyards, charming villages, and the glittering expanse of the Ionian Sea stretching beneath you. Watch as the landscape transforms into a mesmerizing spectacle, unveiling Sicily's history. Iconic landmarks like Taormina and Catania will reveal new dimensions as the gigantic volcano looms in the background.

Get up-close with Mount Etna

Fly above the ever-changing summit of Mount Etna, thanks to the fact that it doesn't stay dormant for long periods. As you admire the smoking crater of Mount Etna, survey what remains of the 1992 volcanic eruption. Marvel at Sicily's tenacious spirit as it continues to thrive after almost being destroyed by scorching hot lava. The vineyards, too, whisper stories of Sicily's braveheart, how villages surrounding the volcano learned to co-exist with it by cultivating grapes on its fertile volcanic soil to produce wines with unique flavors.

What to bring

  • Carry your camera to capture the magnificence of Mount Etna.

What's not allowed

  • This experience is not suitable for individuals weighing over 105kg, pregnant women, or those with cardiovascular conditions.

  • Children aged 4 and below are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

  • The experience relies on good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather conditions a new date will be offered to you.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket Redemption Point

  • Show your ticket at HeliSicily Etna helicopter tours and charters.

  • Address: Via Catania Messina, 14, 95013 Fiumefreddo di Sicilia CT, Italy.

  • Landmark: Annexed to La Terra Dei Sogni Country Hotel.

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