Helicopter Flight over Piton de la Fournaise, Reunion Island

In the south-east of Reunion Island lies Piton de la Fournaise (Peak of the Furnace), one of the most active volcanoes in the world, reaching an altitude of 2,632 metres. With its many eruptions and lava flows making up its history and environment, it is one of the island's must-see sites. And if you have already visited it on foot, mountain bike or even horseback, either on your own or with a guide, don't forget to take a helicopter flight over Piton de la Fournaise! Comfortably seated aboard an Ecureuil AS350B3e helicopter, you will enjoy exceptional panoramic views of the volcano and its surroundings, while being able to chat with the pilot thanks to a headset fitted with a microphone. Get ready to learn more about one of Reunion Island's landmarks!

From Saint-Pierre Pierrefonds airport, where the Mafate Helicopteres base is located, you will embark on a 25-minute helicopter flight over the Piton de la Fournaise. The adventure will take you not only over the volcano, up to 3,000 metres in altitude in optimum weather conditions, but also over the Plaine des Sables, the Rivière des Remparts and the Langevin waterfalls. Unless you are lucky enough to take off during an eruption, in which case the pilot will concentrate on flying over Piton de la Fournaise! But even without an eruption, this panoramic flight will give you extraordinary memories of the volcano, thanks in particular to the instructive comments of your experienced pilot with well over 650 hours' flying experience to his credit.

With breathtaking views of the volcano and its craters, a wealth of information about them and a warm welcome in the team's hangar, you are sure to have a memorable helicopter flight to Piton de la Fournaise. It is even possible to privatise the aircraft just for you and your loved ones, an incredible experience if you want to take this flight to celebrate a special occasion!