Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Big Island Spectacular (From Waikoloa)

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Big Island Spectacular

Departing from Waikoloa, this Big Island helicopter tour covers the entire northern part of the island. Discover both the Big Island’s lush side as well as its volcanic fury! Tour the most geologically active environment on earth – the massive Kilauea volcano, which has been continuously erupting since 1983. View its amazing lava flows and black sand beaches.

Then continue on to the tropical rainforests of the Hamakua Coast. The towering sea cliffs open into the deep and meandering valleys of the Kohala Mountains, where gorgeous waterfalls cascade thousands of feet into the rainforest below. Keep an eye out for remnants of ancient Hawaiian settlements that are still visible. This tour was voted #1 by The Travel Channel as the "World's Best Helicopter Thrill."

Tour Highlights:

Fly over lush rainforests and valleys and cascading waterfalls

See the amazing Kilauea volcano, lava fields and beautiful black sand beaches

Tour was voted #1 by The Travel Channel as the "World's Best Helicopter Thrill"

Tour Inclusions:

Bose aviation-grade noise-canceling headsets

Two-way communication between you and your Blue Hawaiian pilot

Tour Add-on:

Front Row Seating Add-on guarantees a front row seat and includes priority boarding and a complimentary gift from Blue Hawaiian after the tour. Please note the restrictions listed below for this add-on.

Special instructions

Where and When:
Morning tour: Departure between 7:00 am & 10:30 am The exact departure time will be emailed with your confirmation. Departs from Waikoloa Heliport View Map View Driving Directions Check in will be 1 hour prior to departure. Prompt arrival allows for guest weight check-in, safety briefing, and to be escorted and seated on the aircraft for on-time departure. Late arrivals will be considered as a no-show. Traffic is unpredictable in the Islands. Please allow for ample travel time in case of traffic delays.

Restrictions:
Tour routes and sights visited may vary according to wind and weather conditions.

Weight Guidelines:
For each passenger weighing 240+ pounds (109 kg), an adjacent empty seat is required to safely balance the aircraft and requires an additional surcharge equal to 1/2 ticket price.
The Federal Aviation Administration requires that each each passenger is weighed prior to departure. This weigh-in process is very discrete when you check in. Any significant variance in the weights provided and actual scale weight could result in flight delays or possible cancellation.

Front Row Seating Add-on Restrictions:
Combined Front Row seat weight must be under 470 lbs and individual passenger weights must be under 240 lbs. Should the actual weights at check-in exceed any of these limits guests will be accommodated in other seats and allowed a refund for the upgrade fee.
Front Row passengers must occupy their own seats and must be able to refrain from interfering with the pilot and instrumentation. NO LAP CHILDREN IN FRONT ROW. In the event of an emergency front row passengers must be able to receive instructions in English and be physically capable of operating exit doors. Chair lifts can only access the rear row seats, therefore guests requiring a chair lift cannot be accommodated in the front row.

You MUST have with you:
Passengers need to bring a government issued photo ID. International passengers will need their passport.

Special Notes:
Children 23 months or younger may fly at no charge and must sit on adult's lap. Please provide child's weight at time of booking. When you choose a time frame we will email you an exact time your flight will take place. If you need to book an exact time for your flight, please call to make a reservation.

Operation Days:
Thursday & Friday

Duration:
120 minutes