Maui helicopter tours might just be the best way to see the island…
After all, almost 3/4ths of the island can’t be reached by a car!
When you take a helicopter tour of Maui, or any Hawaiian island for that matter, you’ll be seeing sights that ground-bound tourists will never experience.
Whether you take a short tour of West Maui or a circle tour of the entire island, these sky tours are a must for any visitor...
Maui’s Must-See, Extra-Unique Geography
Maui has a landscape that is peculiar to the Hawaiian Islands, so you should try to explore it as much as possible during your stay.
Hawaii is a one-of-a-kind archipelago that was formed in a short period of time, at least, geologically speaking.
All of the islands were created from an underwater volcanic hotspot, which is why Hawaii has rare characteristics such as black sand beaches and lava fields.
Here are the geographic sights you’ll see on your next Maui helicopter tour:
- Steep mountains
- Sheer sea cliffs
- Hidden, meandering valleys
- Lava fields
- Sea caves
- Tall waterfalls
Since much of Maui can’t be reached by car, these stunning sights stay preserved … and they’re only visible from the air.
6 Must-See Sights to Scope Out on Your Next Helicopter Tour
Here are the major Maui sights to look for during your next flight:
- Mt. Haleakala - Maui’s major volcano is dormant, but it left a massive crater and expansive lava fields. Ascending the volcano is one of the most popular Maui activities. Seeing it from the air, however, is a completely different experience. Haleakala National Park is covered by surreal lava fields and thousands of acres of forestland.
- Hana - Many Maui veterans will be familiar with the road to Hana, which is a quaint village on the eastern shore of the island. When viewed from the air, you’ll see Hana in a different light - nestled between Maui’s lush green jungles and the endless Pacific Ocean.
- Eastern Maui’s Forest Reserves - As mentioned, many of Maui’s forests remain untouched and unseen by most tourists. Their inaccessibility helps to keep much of Maui’s inland preserved from development, but that doesn’t mean you can’t see it from the sky! Major forests and reserves on the eastern side of the island include Mt. Haleakala National Park, Hana Forest Reserve, Kula Forest Reserve, and Koolau Forest Reserve.
- West Maui Mountains and Forest Reserve - Western Maui is covered in mountains, rainforests, and deep valleys. At the center of the West Maui Forest Reserve is Puu Kukui, a mountain peak that rises almost 1,800 meters from a watershed of the same name.
- Maui Towns - In addition to Hana, you’ll see other Maui towns from the air, such as historic Lahaina, Kihei, and Kahului.
- Molokai - This island, located northwest of Maui, is just a short hop over the water from the West Maui Mountains. Its spectacular features include towering sea cliffs, stunning waterfalls, steep mountains, and Hawaii’s tallest waterfall (1,750 feet of cascading white foam).
Book Your Helicopter Flight Today!
To see these sights for yourself, make your reservation with Hawaii Discount.
Hawaii Discount offers the biggest selection and the lowest prices on Maui helicopter tours.
All of the best tour operators offer discounted prices through HawaiiDiscount.com, including:
- Sunshine Helicopters
- Air Maui
- Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
To book your Hawaii tour with one of these helicopter companies, call 1-866-482-9775.
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