Mount Etna Helicopter Tour

The Mount Etna Helicopter Tour departs from the Catania area and takes passengers over Europe's largest and most active volcano, rising to approximately 3,329 metres above sea level on the eastern coast of Sicily. Etna has been in near-continuous eruption for around 2,700 years, and the aerial format gives a clear view of the summit craters, lava fields, and the Valle del Bove, a vast horseshoe-shaped depression on the eastern flank.

During the flight, passengers pass over hardened lava flows from recent eruptions, forested lower slopes, and the dramatic contrast between fertile agricultural land and barren volcanic terrain. Tour duration and departure points vary by operator, so confirm flight time, minimum passenger numbers, and any weather-dependent cancellation policy when booking. For more activities in the region, see things to do in Catania.