Scenic Helicopter Tour

OVERVIEW

Fly high over Reunion Island in a helicopter for a bird’s-eye view of the staggering natural beauty of this remote French overseas department in the Indian Ocean. As you soar over the island, you will get a good sense of the topography, which is volcanically formed, ruggedly mountainous and mostly blanketed with lush vegetation. You will look down on a number of natural amphitheaters known as cirques, each one a bit different from the others. Cirque de Mafate is completely surrounded by mountains and wonderfully pristine because it is so inaccessible. Cirque de Salazie is the largest and greenest of the cirques and lined with many waterfalls. Then, there is Trou de Fer – the Iron Hole – a deep collapsed volcanic crater ringed by waterfalls. You will also fly over Piton de la Fournaise, one of the world’s most active volcanoes. It last erupted in 2023.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See Reunion Island from high above in a helicopter with large windows.
• Look down on the primeval terrain of volcanic peaks and craggy mountains.
• Fly over natural amphitheaters lined with waterfalls thundering over their cliffs.
• Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of one of the world’s most active volcanoes.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.