Tour of Reunion Island by helicopter -45 min

Have you ever flown over Reunion Island and observed all its details, its richness and its diversity? You now have the opportunity to do it and live a surreal experience, thanks to the activity we offer.

It is, in fact, an exceptional helicopter flight which will allow you to discover the intense island and all its most attractive and spectacular places. A commented tour that will take you to the must-sees of this little paradise on earth. On board an Airbus H130 type helicopter, you will be able to go on this air trip with friends, colleagues or even with your family. You can have up to five people on board and you can even take your children with you on this adventure.

The departure will take place in the town of Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, at Route Cannière, less than 20 minutes by car from Saint-Paul. As soon as you arrive at your meeting point, you will find your instructor and pilot. He will be happy to brief you on the progress of this flight, as well as the safety measures to be respected on board the helicopter. He will answer all your questions, then introduce you to the aircraft, before inviting you to sit there.

The pilot will then take off to show you your first destination: the Piton de la Fournaise. This active volcano peaking at an altitude of 2,632 m will surprise you when you fly over it. An impressive experience that will give you stars in your eyes.

The flight continues to completely change the scenery, going from a landscape of volcanic reddish sand and earth to the tropical greenery of the Three Cirques: Mafate, Salazie and Cilaos. You are now in the heart of the island, where you will discover the cirques and the unmissable Trou de Fer, at the Cirque de Salazie, representing a chasm of 300 m deep and in which you will contemplate a magnificent waterfall.

Then head to the territory of Saint-Benoît, to fly over the Takamaka valley, an unmissable area, in which you will observe impressive waterfalls, before heading towards the Grand Étang, an enormous volcanic lake that will leave you breathless.

Are you sure you want to miss this experience? Indelible memories will be engraved in your memory after this incredible adventure!

Good to know:

• You will be asked to present proof of identity upon arrival on site.
• You must arrive at least half an hour before the start ofactivity.

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Go fly over the heights of an exceptional French department:Reunion Island.

With this helicopter flight, you will discover all the must-see places on Reunion Island. In 50 minutes, you will pass above the famous Cirques Mafate and Salazie located in the center of the Island towards the north.

Depart from Saint Paul then explore the island with advice and anecdotes from experienced pilots. You will marvel at the majestic waterfalls of the island such as the white waterfalls and the yellow flower waterfalls. To name another, you can take a look at the unmissable Vile de la Mariée, which extends over 500 m of altitude difference.

Then continue this escapade by passing above the Trou de Fer via the Bras de Caverne, a geological depression 700 m deep dug by water and located in the north-east of the Island. Finally, you will head towards the Takamaka and Grand Etang valleys to the east of the island. This is where you will discover theCirque de Cilaos dominated by the famous Piton des Neiges at 3,069 meters above sea level.

Good to know:

• Arrive 30 minutes before your meeting time to complete boarding formalities.

Come and discover the Reunion Island from a new angle.
Departing from Saint Gilles les Bains, you will escape for 55 minutes of pure happiness. Whether you are from Reunion or passing through the island, you will be amazed.

This tour aims to show you the most interesting points of the island. On the program: go fly over the famous Piton des Neiges, which rises to an altitude of 2000 m, as well as its three cirques. Those of Cilaos, Mafate and Salazie are magnificent, relaxing places. Difficult to access by vehicle, you will feel a sensation of peace and rest as you set your eyes on the villages they shelter there.

Finally, you will also discover the most beautiful waterfalls in the overseas department. That of the Vile de la Mariée, the best known, has a difference in altitude of 500 m. Marvel at the unique flora around the White Waterfalls, Takamaka and the Grand Etang. So many places that will transport you to a timeless, almost unreal moment.

Good to know:

• Please arrive 30 minutes before the meeting time for boarding formalities.
• You will be asked for proof of identity before boarding the aircraft.