The 8 Italy Helicopter Tours That Earn Their Price

1.30 minutes Etna volcano private helicopter tour from Fiumefreddo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) Our pick

Join HeliSicily for a private 30-minute helicopter flight from Fiumefreddo over Mount Etna. You’ll see the summit craters, Piano Provenzana, Linguaglossa, Piedimonte Etneo, Silvestri Craters, Bove Valley, and the 2002 lava flows near Zafferana Etnea. The pilot explains the volcano and helps both sides enjoy the views.

“Pilot was friendly with excellent knowledge and ensured that people on both sides of the helicopter could take amazing photos and enjoy the views. A fabulous experience and well worth the money”

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2.Etna: Group Helicopter Flight (30 Minutes from Fiumefreddo)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $362

Meet HeliSicily in Fiumefreddo di Sicilia for a 30-minute English-language flight over Mount Etna. You’ll see ancient craters, the cable-car area at 1,900 metres, villages on the lower slopes, and the northern ski resort. The pilot provides commentary, and the group is limited to five passengers.

“The helicopter flight was perfect. The staff was great, a professional pilot, very friendly and knowledgeable. A great experience overall and a must do before leaving Sicily!”

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3.Fiumefreddo: Group Flight Helicopter Tour over Etna

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 40 reviews · from $339Best value

Join a small helicopter flight from HeliSicily’s private helipad in Fiumefreddo. With a maximum of five passengers, you’ll fly over Piano Provenzana, Silvestri Craters, Valle del Bove, Monti Sartorius, and the 1992 lava flows, reaching about 3,500 meters when weather allows.

“It is an amazing breathtaking view from the helicopter! A must have in Sicily for sure. The pilot is very professional and interesting, explains very well the surroundings and also pilots the heli safe and enjoyable.”

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4.Etna Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.)

Take a private helicopter flight over Mount Etna with up to five people in your group. You’ll see Silvestri, Sartorius, and 1928 craters, the Valle del Bove, historic lava flows, Zafferana Etnea, Giarre, and Riposto. Antonio, Sofia, or pilot Marcello may provide commentary, with English available.

“What an experience!!! From the Welcoming to the activity everything was perfect!!! Often asked about the fact that a tourist activity is worthwhile and there from the first minutes with the driver we understand that we made the right choice, again thank you to the whole team for this extraordinary experience!! Thanks to our pilot MarcelloAuto-translated”

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5.Etna : Group Helicopter Flight (including round trip car transfer)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $409

See Mount Etna from a small helicopter with pilot Marcello, after a car transfer from Taormina-area pickup points to Fiumefreddo heliport. The flight passes volcanic craters, lava fields, a north-side ski resort, and the horseshoe-shaped cavity on Etna. Olga and the HeliSicily team handle the welcome and briefing, with space for up to five people.

“Hands down the BEST thing you can do in Sicily. It is hard to put into words how incredible the sight of Mount Etna is from above. It will take your breath away. We saw red hot lava flows from the air, the three main craters, and lava flows from the 19th century. Then we had an exhilarating ride over the 40 square kilometre lava field and on to Taormina to see the amphitheater from above and the awesome surrounding villages. Our wonderful pilot narrated our trip so we knew what we were looking at. Truly a once in a lifetime experience. Don’t hesitate to book!”

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6.Lake Como Helicopter Tour with Stop for Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews

This private Lake Como helicopter tour includes shuttle transport from Como, 40 to 50 minutes in the air, views of villas, villages, Bellagio, and Comacina Island, plus a reserved lunch stop at La Madonnina in Barni. Omar, Alessandro, Alexandre, Martine, or Eros may be part of the welcoming local team. Lunch costs extra.

“Fantastic trip! So spectacular and what a memory for our family. Pilot, Alexandre and Hostess, Martine were so very lovely.”

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7.Lake Como: Helicopter tour with an unique Lunch in Como Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Omar meets you at the heli base and introduces you to the EC130 helicopter and pilot. Fly over Cernobbio, Bellagio, Balbianello, Varenna, and mountain lakes, then land at Madonnina di Barni for an optional lunch, aperitif, or dinner. The private outing lasts about two to two and a half hours.

“The entire flying experience was exceptional! Omar met us at the entrance, walked us around to the beautiful EC130 and then introduced us to our pilot and then we got going. The flight was spectacular over Como and the lake. Nice and low with just enough information from Omar about the Villas and towns. From Bellagio we routes up the mountain to the restaurant, which was another fantastic find. The food is absolutely excellent whilst being more than reasonable. The flight back took another route back to Como seeing the mountain lakes and ending at Volta'd lab before the short hop back to the Heli base. We would absolutely recommend…”

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8.Florence Helicopter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $345

Fly for 15 minutes over San Gimignano, Certaldo, and the Chianti vineyards, then return to Tenuta Torciano for a cellar visit, wine lesson, food tasting, and four-course Tuscan lunch. The private experience lasts about three hours and suits groups of up to three people. Host Lelo may be your guide.

“The views from the helicopter make this trip special. The winery Tentuta Torciano was the best wine tasting tour we have ever had! The property is beautiful, wines are fantastic and Lelo was the best host we could ask for. The food pairing/lunch was perfect. We highly recommend this tour!”

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