Discover Hilo Helicopter Tour Experience Kilauea's power!

Discover Kilauea’s fiery beauty from above with Blue Hawaiian’s top-tier helicopters. Witness active lava flows and explore Hawai’i’s rich history and culture.

Duration: 50 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Hilo - First inhabitated in 1100AD, get a birds eye view of Hilo Town
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
  • Parking fees at heliport, $10 USD
Additional Information

Experience Kilauea’s power! Projecting some of the most unique and cherished cultural landscapes in the world, get a birds-eye-view of the most geologically active environment on earth which has been continuously erupting since 1983. View the UNESCO World Heritage Site with opportunity to see historic lava flows while learning about the history and culture of Hawai’i. You’ll embark on a breathtaking adventure, seeking out the island’s newly formed volcanic landscapes, black-sand beaches, lush rainforest and waterfalls. Volcanic activity varies hourly.

Blue Hawaiian’s fleet consists of the best touring helicopters in the industry. Featuring state-of-the-art Airbus Eco-Star helicopters. The custom upgraded VIP interior has all forward-facing seats with 180 degree views & “theater-style” platform in rear seating. The advanced 4-camera in-flight video system capturing pilot narration and cinematic music choreographed to scenery is available for viewing and purchase after your flight.

  • Heliport and helicopter are wheelchair accessible. A wheelchair lift is available at base to assist boarding.
  • Children 23 months and younger are complimentary and considered a lap child.
  • Check-in is 45 minutes prior to tour time. This allows for guest weight check-in, a safety briefing, and to be escorted and seated on the aircraft to ensure an on-time departure. You will receive confirmation of tour time after booking. Late arrivals will not be accepted and non-refundable. It is the guest responsibility to allow ample travel time to our bases in case of traffic delays.
  • For each guest weighing over 240 pounds (108 kg), an adjacent empty seat is required to safely balance the aircraft. The second seat charge is half off of the regular tour price. Please arrange your additional seat after booking.
  • Tour sights vary depending on weather.
  • No scuba diving within 24-hours of tour departure
  • Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion.
  • Bags, large cameras, extending selfie sticks are not allowed in the helicopter.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Location
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Mangesh_g
Jul 30, 2024
Amazing experience - It was a once in a lifetime experience, the pilot one ground team were very nice and helpful. I will recommend it to anyone who is visiting Big Island for the first time
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Lisa_w
Jul 22, 2024
Amazing! - Great views and a wonderful commentary from our very knowledgeable pilot. We thoroughly enjoyed it and will remain one of the best memories of our trip to Hawaii Big Island.
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Kossi_a
Jul 15, 2024
Great - Nice and very friendly pilot He was knowledgeable about the island and gave us great explanations about the island and the volcano
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Hypsmp
Jul 14, 2024
Wonderful view of the Big Island from the air - This was a very good tour. The staff are friendly and helpful. The pilot did a great job being a tour guide, while flying. He was very informative and seemed experienced in flying. The ride was a bit bumpy and most of us left the helicopter feeling a little woozy. The scenery is amazing, and we would not have seen what we saw by just driving. I would recommend the tour to anyone.
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Thomas_b
Jul 12, 2024
Great experience - This was a great experience with a very knowledgeable pilot. We enjoyed seeing Hawaii from the air as it gives you a different perspective. Smooth flight! We would fly with Blue Hawaiian again!
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760harshak
Jul 8, 2024
Wonderful experience - Great experience. James, the helicopter pilot, was very knowledgable and good. Would highly recommend this to everyone
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Danielle_h
Jul 6, 2024
Unforgettable experience - Wesley was great guide, he was very knowledgeable about the island. Such a cool memorable experience! Highly recommend doing.
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Cbeans
Jul 3, 2024
Amazing experience - Amazing experience. Ethan is a terrific guide and pilot. He is very knowledgeable and did a great job explaining what we saw. I highly recommend Blue Hawaiian and him.
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Raphael_m
Jul 21, 2024
Bird eye view of the volcanoes - Experiencing the Hawaiian volcanoes and coastlines from above. It’s another level of the adventure that cannot be described. Our pilot was a good narrator and played some good anticipatory music.
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Feiyang_n
Jul 8, 2024
Good experience but a bit overpriced - Good experience, good service. A bit overpriced given the volcanoes condition. Would be better if we were able to get close to rainforest canopy
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