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Big Island Spectacular Helicopter Tour

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Waikoloa Village, US
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Experience the Big Island like never before with the Big Island Spectacular Helicopter Tour. Fly in the incredible Airbus EC 130 and be amazed by the breathtaking views from its expansive glass windows. Discover the volcanic fury of Madame Pele's lava and explore lush rainforests. Marvel at the majestic Kohala Mountains and their cascading waterfalls. This 2-hour tour offers you the ultimate adventure, with 23% more interior room and individual business class-style seats for your comfort. The state-of-the-art technology and safety features of the Blue Hawaiian aircraft ensure a smooth and secure flight. Don't miss this opportunity to see the best of the Big Island from above. Book your tour now and get ready for an unforgettable experience.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-6 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Explore the vibrant town of Hilo with its natural beauty
  • Witness the awe-inspiring Akaka Falls in lush rainforest
  • Get up close to the active Kilauea Volcano and its eruptions
  • Experience the diverse climate zones of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
  • All fees and taxes
  • Use of microphones with 2-way communication with pilot
  • Pilot Guide who are also State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guides
  • Use of Bose Aviation-grade, electronic noise-cancelling headsets
  • USB in-flight video and photo packages available after flight for purchase.
  • Transportation to and from heliport

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Introduction:

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty and geological wonders of the Big Island with the Big Island Spectacular Helicopter Tour. This captivating tour will take you on a thrilling adventure, showcasing both the island's serene landscapes and its volcanic fury. Brace yourself for an unforgettable journey that combines the raw power of Madame Pele's lava flows, lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and the breathtaking valleys of the Kohala Mountains.

What to expect?

During this 120-minute tour, prepare to be mesmerized by the stunning sights that await you. Marvel at the rugged beauty of the Kohala area, known for its picturesque valleys and vibrant ranching scene. Witness the historic town of Kailua-Kona, where the famed King Kamehameha spent his final years. Get a firsthand glimpse of the Kilauea Volcano, an active shield volcano that has been erupting continuously since 1983. Explore the expansive Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, with its diverse ecosystems and breathtaking views. And don't miss the vibrant town of Hilo, nestled amidst lush rainforests and adorned with dramatic waterfalls.

Who is this for?

The Big Island Spectacular Helicopter Tour is perfect for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in the unmatched beauty of the Big Island. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this tour will satisfy your wanderlust and leave you with lifelong memories. Families, couples, and solo travelers alike will be captivated by the stunning sights and natural wonders this tour has to offer.

Why book this?

By booking the Big Island Spectacular Helicopter Tour, you will embark on a truly unique and exhilarating adventure. The state-of-the-art Airbus EC 130 helicopter provides an unparalleled touring experience, with spacious interiors, individual business class-style seats, and expansive glass windows for panoramic views. The tour's carefully curated itinerary ensures that you don't miss out on any of the island's most iconic landmarks, from the fiery lava flows to the lush rainforests and cascading waterfalls. This is your chance to witness the raw power and beauty of nature from a whole new perspective.

Good to know:

It is important to arrive at the check-in location at least 1 hour prior to the tour time for weight check-in, safety briefing, and on-time departure. Late arrivals may not be accepted, and refunds are not available. Make sure to allow ample travel time to the check-in location to accommodate potential traffic delays. The tour includes in-flight communication with your pilot, providing you with insights and expertise throughout the journey. Sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in the wonders of the Big Island.

Reviews:

Customers rave about the Big Island Spectacular Helicopter Tour, describing it as a once-in-a-lifetime experience that exceeded all expectations. They praise the professionalism and expertise of the pilots, who provide fascinating commentary and ensure a smooth and safe journey. The breathtaking views of volcanoes, waterfalls, and lush landscapes leave travelers awe-struck and inspired. Many reviewers highlight this tour as the highlight of their trip to the Big Island, highly recommending it to anyone seeking adventure and natural beauty. Prepare to be amazed by the wonders that await you on this extraordinary aerial journey.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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Your Itinerary

Waikoloa

(Pass by)

View the Kohala area known for ranching and breathtaking valleys

Kailua-Kona

(Pass by)

The west coast town on Hawaii island where King Kamehameha spend his final years.

Mauna Loa

(Pass by)

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.

Kilauea Volcano

(Pass by)

An active sheld volcano located along the southeastern shore of Hawaii Island. This active volcano has been continuously erupting since 1983 & sees over 2-million yearly visitors.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

(Pass by)

Encompassing over 335,000 acres, the park climbs from sea level to more than 13,000 feet with 6-of earth's climate zones along the way.

Pu'u 'O'o Vent

(Pass by)

Located along the eastern rift zone of Kilauea volcano, this eruption lasted from 1983 - 2018 making it the longest-lived rift-zone eruption of the last 2-centuries.

Hilo

(Pass by)

A vibrant northeastern town of Hawaii Island with breathtaking natural beauty of fertile rainforests and dramatic waterfalls.

Akaka Falls State Park

(Pass by)

Among the lush rainforest valley, view Akaka Falls which plummets 442-feet into the valley below. These falls are perhaps the islands most famous.

Hamakua Coast

(Pass by)

With nearly 84-inches of rainfall each year, this region boasts lush tropical rainforests, green valleys and thundering waterfalls.

Waimea

(Pass by)

Known as cowboy country, this historic area is full of rolling pastures and ranches

Reviews

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Floridasailor_11

Very professionally run. Our pilot Greg was very personable, a good pilot, and full of local knowledge to share. The perspective of landscape, craters, lava flows, waterfalls, canyons, and dry vs wet sides of the island completely changed our understanding of Hawai’i. Much of what we saw was only visible from the air. The 90 minutes pass all too quickly. HIGHLY RECOMMEND….

denisenw

What a fabulous adventure! Best way to see the volcanoes and waterfalls of the Big Island. James was our knowledgeable and personable pilot on the Big Island Spectacular. He had great information on everything from the history of the island to geology. Great care was taken for our safety and the tour and crew were exceptional. He made sure each person in the helicopter had a great view for all the important sites. Even sitting in the middle I could see everything. Highly recommend for a fabulous heli tour!!

Laura_E

Best experience ever! Would do this a million times! The first class upgrade on the island spectacular is worth it!!

Cathy_R

This experience was amazing and terrible at the same time. It was the first time I had ever been in a helicopter at the urging of my Army veteran husband. He was sure I would love it. The views and vistas were spectacular, but the helicopter company put us on a flight with parents of two very young children (likely 7 and 4 or so). We were required to wear headsets to hear all pilot instructions and each adult was given a microphone to speak to the pilot. Each of the two parents abdicated their microphone to their children who proceeded to talk the ENTIRE TRIP..."are we there yet, can we land there, where is the other pilot, have you ever crashed, what is this, what is that…”, and other quite inane questions. The pilot had to tell them a few times he needed to talk on the radio so they would stop for a few minutes. He handled it very gracefully, but barely got a word in edgewise for his normal narration. He chose beautiful background music for the flight but we barely heard it as the children's questions and comments were nonstop. My husband and I have 6 children so there is no doubt we absolutely love kids, but there is a time and place for non-stop chatter. This was not a flight with just their family, there were two other people who made a significant financial investment to have this experience. We were so hoping at some point, the parents would tell the children, “hey, there are other people on this flight, let's be quiet for a few minutes and let these other folks ask some questions" or "let's be quiet and enjoy quiet reflection time and enjoy the vast beauty ahead of us”. But no, they let them talk for almost 2 hours non-stop. We could not get out of the helicopter fast enough. We will definitely not EVER do this type of experience again with young children aboard unless they are our grandchildren and it is solely our family aboard. We will also recommend to our children, if they take their kids, to either have a solo family experience or to be mindful of other people aboard if they do not have kids. If there ever is a next time, we will know to ask to have an adult only flight.

brendankS2757XO

Amazing way to see the island without driving a lot and we had a great pilot with lots of insight named Matt. Recommend to anyone traveling in the Kona area

Helen_T

The tour was very well organized. The instructions were clear, the waiting area comfortable. The tour started on time. Our guide Shane was fantastic; very knowledgeable and helpful. We saw various beautiful landscapes, many of which are unaccessible from land. I highly recommend this tour.

W4002VTcarolb

We went on the Big island Spectacular out of Waikoloa 3-22-24. The staff from start to finish were beyond exceptional and professional. Our pilot Shane was the most informative, knowledgeable, personable, and caring person. He filled our hearts with the history and love of Hawai’i and showed us not only the beauty of the Island, but gave us that eternal history. Thank you Blue Hawaiian for making our 3rd trip to the Big Island so ver memorable. Doug & Carol

garryw820

We had booked the full circle Island Tour but the weather wasn't on our side. with speaking to GREG our pilot we decided to go with his recommendation due to the weather keeping everyone's safety as his first priority. Although we were disappointed we couldn't do our original tour what Greg showed us was spectacular, amazing countryside waterfalls like you wouldn't believe and whale watching from a helicopter that was an amazing sight to see. we have purchased the USB and can't wait to look at it to remind us of our spectacular flight with Blue Hawaiin Helicopters. We were given a refund of the unused portion of our tour & was amazed that my credit card had been refunded by the time we returned to our accommodation. We highly recommend Blue Hawaiin Helicopters for their friendly greeting and personal service and look forward to flying with them again when we return again from Australia. Thanks Everyone Garry, Val & Cheryl

travelsnob99

We fly on Blue Hawaiian out of Waikola on the Big Island Spectacular tour. The tour was amazing yet pricey; however we felt it was worth the cost. Any tour is going to be an investment and if you are going to do it might as well go "all in". The tour is divided in 2 parts. The 1st part flies you around the volcanoes. Note - on most days wind, clouds, smoke may prevent you from seeing all the volcanoes. The day of our tour it was too smoky to fly over Kilauea which is OK as safety 1st! After flying over the volcanoes, which is amazing, you will be taken back to home base for refueling. Pro Tip - during refueling you get off the helicopter so good time for a bathroom break or to get a snack. The 2nd part of the Big Island Spectacular takes you to the East and North side of the Big Island. You will see green valleys, waterfalls and the coast. The highlight of the trip is when they land you in a (very) small grassy area at the base of a waterfall. Words cannot describe how amazing this is to experience. You get 20 minutes or so to walk around take pictures, etc. Bonus on our trip - there were LOTS of humpback whales. Our pilot fly us over the water and tipped the helicopter left and right so everyone could see the whales. We saw Mama whales and their babies playing in the water; must have seen at least a dozen whales. It was incredible! Pro Tips - Blue Hawaiian asks you to show up 1 hour before departure and respect the time it tales to get you ready to fly. Do not inconvenience your fellow passengers by being late. Flights are weight balanced; they weigh you when you get there (don't worry no one sees the weigh in); respect the fact in order to be safe, based on weight, you are placed in certain seats in the helicopter. Do not argue with the staff on where they want you to sit as safety 1st!! The staff does their best to keep groups together. 3 seats in front with the pilot front left and 2 passengers. 4 seats in the back, 2 outside, 2 inside. The "inside seats" have great views so don't worry. The Blue Hawaiian staff & pilots at Waikoloa are fantastic! Janie (sp) was super accommodating and helpful. Our pilot was Kai and he was cool as could be making our flight smooth and safe. As mentioned, Blue Hawaiian's #1 priority s safety; they won't fly if they think it's not safe (which is great). Worth mentioning 1 more time; flying on a helicopter is a big investment. If you can afford it, step up for the Big Island Spectacular, it's worth the cost.

Joseph_Y

This was the most amazing experience! We felt so safe and our pilot Hans was so kind and such a great host! By far our favorite thing we did on the island. The views were absolutely breathtaking! Highly highly recommend!!!!!
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-19 12:24
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