Big Island Helicopter Tours

Take your Hawaiian adventure to new heights with an unforgettable Big Island helicopter tour! Known for its diverse landscapes, the Big Island offers breathtaking sights best seen from the sky. Soar above active volcanoes in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, hover over lush rainforests, and witness towering waterfalls cascading down remote cliffs in the Waipi'o Valley. You'll even glide over the dramatic black sand beaches and the rugged coastline shaped by lava flows. Knowledgeable pilots provide fascinating narration, offering insight into the island's incredible geology, history, and natural wonders throughout your flight.

Big Island helicopter tours are perfect for travelers who want to experience the island's raw beauty from a truly unique perspective. Choose from various tour options, including full island flights, volcano-focused adventures, and sunset tours. Whether you opt for a luxurious closed-door ride or an exhilarating doors-off flight, seeing the Big Island from above promises to be one of the most awe-inspiring highlights of your Hawaiian vacation.

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Volcanoes National Park Safari

Safari Helicopters is the longest running helicopter company on Big island. We have been offering these quality tours for many years, and we love what we do. As a family owned and operated business for over 35+ years, we feel our family friendly atmosphere and customer...

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Private Big Island Experience: 3 of 4 Window Seats

For those of you who want it all, the Full Island VIP Adventure Tour is for you! Volcano, valleys, waterfalls and coastline! It’s all of our helicopter tours of the Big Island rolled into one! Departing from Kona International Airport, we head straight...

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Exclusive Landing with Spectacular Big Island Helicopter Tour

Discover both the Big Island's beauty and its volcanic fury. Experience all the awesome spectacle of Madame Pele's lava and volcanic badlands which have been continuously erupting since 1983. Spot the black sand beaches to the lush rainforest along the rugged Hamakua...

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Kohala Waterfalls & Valleys Helicopter Tour

From lush tropical rainforest to dry, desert-like land, the Kohala coast has some of the most beautiful scenery on the Big Island. High in the sky, see beautiful waterfalls cascading thousands of feet into the rainforest below, where remnants of ancient Hawaiian...

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Kohala Waterfalls with Exclusive Landing Helicopter Tour

Depart from Waikoloa on a once-in-a-lifetime tour. From lush tropical rainforest to dry, desert-like land, the Kohala coast has some of the most beautiful scenery on the Big Island. Get a birds eye view of beautiful waterfalls cascading thousands of feet into the...

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Hamakua Coast & Valleys Safari

We are the longest running helicopter company on Big island. We have been offering these quality tours for many years, and we love what we do. As a family owned and operated business for over 35+ years, we feel our family friendly atmosphere and customer service set us...

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Hilo Waterfalls Experience Helicopter Tour

Experience the incredible beauty of the Big Island's Hamakua and Kohala Coastline. After learning about Hilo's incredible legacy to the state of Hawaii, watch the coast open up into lush rainforests and meandering valleys. The breathtaking landscape of the area will...

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Kilauea Volcano Eruption - 105 Min Heli Tour-Doors Off or On

Embark on an unforgettable helicopter tour of Hawaii’s Big Island, soaring over the erupting Kilauea Volcano and experiencing the raw power of one of the world’s most active volcanoes. Formed 300,000 to 600,000 years ago as the Pacific tectonic plate moved over the...

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Kohala Coast Volcano Waterfalls-90 Min Heli Tour-Doors Off or On

Goddess Pele and Hawai’i’s first king, Kamehameha, unite on a stunning 90-minute helicopter tour that showcases four volcanoes and the waterfalls of the extraordinary Kohala Coast. Begin over Kailua Bay’s clear waters then rise to see Pele’s power in the...

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1h 30m
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Kona Coast Hualalai Volcano-60Min Helicopter Tour-Door Off or On

Marvel at the Kona coastline’s splendor and the beauty of the Hualalai volcano on our awe-inspiring 60 minute helicopter tour. Begin over ancient Hawaiian Kaloko Fish Ponds and Kailua Bay’s sparkling waters, surrounded by Ali’i Drive. Soaring over the Kona Coast...

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Frequently Asked Questions

🗺️ What can I see on a Big Island helicopter tour?

Depending on the tour route, you'll fly over dramatic volcanoes, lava flows, lush rainforests, waterfalls and the coastline near Hilo or Kona.

🚁 Are there different types of helicopter tours?

Yes, tours vary in duration and region. Options include doors-on or doors-off flights, full-island circles and volcano-specific routes.

⏱️ How long do helicopter tours last?

Flights typically last 45 minutes to over an hour depending on the itinerary and departure location.

🛡️ Is it safe to fly over active volcano areas?

Tours follow strict FAA regulations and only fly when conditions are safe. Pilots are highly experienced and routes are carefully planned.

📅 Do I need to book in advance?

Advance booking is recommended, especially during peak seasons, to secure your preferred time and seating options.