Big Island Helicopter Tour: Explore Volcanic Landscapes and Lush Rainforests

Embark on a thrilling Big Island helicopter tour and witness the beauty of volcanic landscapes, lush rainforests, and cascading waterfalls. Experience the awe-inspiring power of Madame Pele’s lava and explore the stunning Kohala Mountains. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Waikoloa - View the Kohala area known for ranching and breathtaking valleys
  • Kailua-Kona - The west coast town on Hawaii island where King Kamehameha spend his final years.
  • Mauna Loa - One of 5-volcanoes the form the Island of Hawaii and one of the largest on earth. View some of the latest flows most recently erupting in December 2022….
What's Included
  • Use of microphones with 2-way communication with pilot
  • Pilot Guide who are also State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guides
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Use of Bose Aviation-grade, electronic noise-cancelling headsets
What's Not Included
  • USB in-flight video and photo packages available after flight for purchase.
  • Transportation to and from heliport
Additional Information

Experience the stunning allure and the fiery wrath of the Big Island. Witness the impressive display of Madame Pele’s lava and volcanic wilderness, followed by the exploration of verdant rainforests and the Hamakua Coast.
Lastly, the vast and profound tropical valleys of the Kohala Mountains, filled with numerous waterfalls, serve as the ideal conclusion…

Location
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Waikoloa Road
Check-in is 1-hour prior to tour time for weight check-in, safety briefing and to be seated on the aircraft to ensure an on-time departure. Late arrivals may not be accepted and non-refundable. Please allow ample travel time to your check-in location in case of traffic delays.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Carolyn_a
Oct 8, 2024
Spectacular! - A fabulous introduction to the island of Hawaii! We were able to learn a bit of history, lore, and geography of this island where we would be spending then next three weeks. It provided a background of information to the sites and locations would be visiting. Mahalo!
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Wcrs23
Sep 22, 2024
Big Island from the Sky - My wife and I attended this tour this past week. What a great way to see the Big Islamd. Was fortunate to see some flowing lava on our tour, our pilot said that he was on a tour earlier in the day and it was not flowing. After seeing volcano national park, stop for a fuel stop and then proceeded up the Hawaiian coast. beautiful waterfalls and areas you can only see from a helicopter. We would recommend spending the extra money and sit in the front seat, these helicopters are a smooth ride and provide a beautiful view of the island. Marco was our pilot, also pay attention to the weight limit per passenger.
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Davidbtraveler
Sep 21, 2024
A definite experience of a lifetime - Amazing. We saw valleys and waterfalls practically impossible to see without a helicopter. Due to poor weather on Mauna Loa, we opted for the waterfall landing. That was a definite bucket- list trip I never knew I wanted to take. Marco was a great pilot and quite entertaining and knowledgeable.
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Steven_c
Sep 15, 2024
Do it... - The ground crew were very professional and Matt the pilot was very knowledgeable and funny and his soundtrack matched the scenery beautifully. Incredible sites flying into a valley at 1500ft and the top of the waterfall way above you. We had perfect weather and managed to go through back valleys, but apparently it can get clouded out.
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Kristen_a
Sep 14, 2024
Once in a lifetime - What a way to see the island. Matt was such a great guide, and the ground crew including Greg, “not Matt” to his fans, were friendly and helpful and personable. The tour was beyond worth the money and time. Absolutely wonderful.
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Stephanie_d
Sep 9, 2024
Awesome - Amazing option for self driven tour. Packed with information and great ideas for a whole week on the island. Such a great price and great product.
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Christine_k
Sep 7, 2024
Incredible experience!!!! - Volcanoes, coastline, waterfalls and our pilot Toshi was awesome! The experience was amazing and I highly recommend taking this tour!
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A2418twdougt
Sep 2, 2024
Highly Recommend! - The view was amazing. Our pilot James shared a lot of information and showed us amazing waterfalls and volcanos. These places can only be accessed in a helicopter. I also felt very safe with his flying and the quality of the helicopter. We bought the video which was awesome because it was our flight. This flight is worth the money!
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John_m
Aug 30, 2024
Canceled helicopter ride - I never went on my helicopter 🚁 tour as it was canceled for maintenance. Also be prepared to have your tour canceled if they can't sell the other seats on the helicopter
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Tom_t
Aug 31, 2024
Denied Flight - Upon checking in was told because I was ten pounds overweight even though my wife was sixty pounds underweight that we could not fly on the reserved flight.
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From $699
up to 6 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).