Overview
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 to Kilauea by way of the saddle running between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, Hawaii’s tallest mountains.
Packages & Options
Big Island Experience
Duration: 2 hours
Itinerary
Start your adventure by flying along saddle road between Mauna Kea (tallest mountain in the world) and Mauna Loa (largest mass mountain in the world) toward Kilauea Iki, one of the most active volcanoes on earth. Head north up the windward side of the island passing Hilo town, the wettest town on earth, and the heavenly Hamakua Coast filled with flora and fauna. We then decent upon the Kohala Valleyʻs of Waipiʻo, Waimanu, and Pololu, home to 2500 feet waterfalls. We climb and cross over the summit of Kohala, the oldest of the five volcanoes that make up the Island of Hawaiʻi. Your tour concludes with a beautiful coastline flight over white sand beaches, pristine coral reefs, ancient lava flows, historic heeiau (temples) and the luxury resorts that make their homes on the island’s leeward shores. (120 mins)
What's Included
Inclusions
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Fuel surcharge
- Airport/Departure Tax
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting & Logistics
Mauna Lao Helicopter Tours - Head Office 73-310 Uu Street, Kailua Kona, 96740
Meeting Point
Hawaii
Special Instructions
Check In times are no later than 30 minutes prior to the flight time. Late check ins will be considered a no how and cancellation policies will be in effect. The following MUST be presented at check-in for each passenger: - Photo ID (State ID, Driver's License, Passport) -Your entire group will be weighed upon arrival, if your group weight is over 700lbs there will be an additional charge to your booking for a fuel stop. We are located at 73-310 UU Street, Kailua Kona. Look for our Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours Sign. Parking is FREE->Park in the gravel parking lot south of the building. We will meet you in the Tiki Hut at your designated check-in time. Have a seat and make yourselves comfortable. For passengers taking the BIG ISLAND EXPERIENCE TOUR - Comfortable temperatures with Air Condition - Darker Clothing (to minimize reflections from the window) - Cameras, cellphones, etc permitted (no straps are required) Weather: Routes or flight times may vary due to weather conditions. Mauna Loa Helicopters reserves the right to cancel any tour due to poor/unsafe weather up until 15 minutes prior to your take-off time. If cancellation due to weather occurs prior to the flight, any money collected will be refunded. If the flight has begun and must be canceled due to weather within 10 minutes of takeoff, the tour price will be refunded in full. If the flight has exceeded 10 minutes, the passengers will be refunded for the percentage of the flight that did not take place, i.e. if the flight lasted for 30 minutes and was scheduled to take an hour, the passengers will be refunded half of the amount paid. All reschedules due to cancellations are based on the availability of tours Route description subject to modification depending on weather conditions
Photos
Private Big Island Experience: 3 of 4 Window Seats Photos
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Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age requirement of 7 years old
- Requires minimum of 3 passengers and maximum of 4 passengers
- Individual weight limit cannot exceed 275lbs with a total weight of 750lbs
- Tour is done with the Doors ON only.
- Check in is 30 minutes prior. Late check ins will be considered as a no show and subject to full price.
- Strict 24 hour cancellation policy enforced
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
