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 Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, hover over lush rainforests, and witness towering waterfalls cascading down remote cliffs in the Waipiʻo 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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Big Island Spectacular Helicopter Tour

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from $719.00

Discover both the Big Island's beauty and its volcanic fury. Experience all the awesome spectacle of Madame Pele's lava and volcanic badlands, then explore lush rainforests and the Hamakua Coast. Finally, the deep and immense tropical valleys ...

  • 2 hours
  • Free Cancellation

Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats

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from $240.64

Fly Private with your friends or family. Enjoy the sites as your pilot shows you the wonders of the Kona Coast, with a push to talk feature that allows you to ask questions along the way.

  • 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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Discover Hilo Helicopter Tour

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from $439.00

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 ...

  • 50 minutes
  • Free Cancellation

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.