Big Island Helicopter Tour: Explore Volcanic Landscapes and Lush Rainforests

Embark on a thrilling Big Island helicopter tour and witness the beauty of volcanic landscapes, lush rainforests, and cascading waterfalls. Experience the awe-inspiring power of Madame Pele’s lava and explore the stunning Kohala Mountains. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Waikoloa - View the Kohala area known for ranching and breathtaking valleys
  • Kailua-Kona - The west coast town on Hawaii island where King Kamehameha spend his final years.
  • Mauna Loa - One of 5-volcanoes the form the Island of Hawaii and one of the largest on earth. View some of the latest flows most recently erupting in December 2022….
What's Included
  • Use of microphones with 2-way communication with pilot
  • Pilot Guide who are also State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guides
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Use of Bose Aviation-grade, electronic noise-cancelling headsets
What's Not Included
  • USB in-flight video and photo packages available after flight for purchase.
  • Transportation to and from heliport
Additional Information

Experience the stunning allure and the fiery wrath of the Big Island. Witness the impressive display of Madame Pele’s lava and volcanic wilderness, followed by the exploration of verdant rainforests and the Hamakua Coast.
Lastly, the vast and profound tropical valleys of the Kohala Mountains, filled with numerous waterfalls, serve as the ideal conclusion…

Location
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Waikoloa Road
Check-in is 1-hour prior to tour time for weight check-in, safety briefing and to be seated on the aircraft to ensure an on-time departure. Late arrivals may not be accepted and non-refundable. Please allow ample travel time to your check-in location in case of traffic delays.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Michael_g
Mar 10, 2026
Mat was incredible. The... - Mat was incredible. The ride was smooth and he is very knowledgeable. We are very glad we took this tour. The view are breathtaking.
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Ateamgoestravelling
Mar 4, 2026
Trip of a lifetime and accessible! - Absolutely amazing - a definite must do on the Big Island. Our pilot Greg was superb taking us all around the island and showing us stunning scenery, live volcanoes, beautiful waterfalls etc all to his great commentary and perfect soundtrack. All the staff were so kind and helpful in getting my husband into the helicopter. They even have a special lift to use as he’s in a wheelchair. A day we will never forget. Thank you so very much
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Jennifer_w
Feb 28, 2026
Top-notch teamwork - Extremely professional and well-run. I really appreciated that our pilot had a calm demeanor, while sharing interesting details about our trip. It was interactive and friendly.
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Odyssey27204266222
Feb 6, 2026
Book your flight now! - We booked a Blue Hawaiian Helicopter tour of the Big Island 10 years ago when we were on our honeymoon. We went back in Feb 2026 to repeat the experience. Our pilot, James did not disappoint! We were able to fly close enough to Kilauea to see the changes that have occurred both from the 2018 eruption and the recent fountaining. James was also able to get us into some of the lush, green, beautiful valleys and we even saw 4 or 5 humpback whales! James had a wealth of information and was a great pilot! See you in another 10 years!
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Andrew
Jan 25, 2026
Could have not been happier. - This trip was great. Beautiful equipment and first class operators. I will use this company on every vacation in places they operate. We try so do a lot of excursions while on vacation and this one totally made our trip and exceeded all expectations.
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Jb80002018
Dec 11, 2025
Spectacular! - What can I say but that spectacular really is the best word to describe this tour! The staff and pilot were awesome. The sights we saw were amazing. The landing at the waterfall is a must see. Definitely worth adding to your trip itinerary.
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Mrsmccarron
Dec 7, 2025
I had another incredible experience with this company. - This is the sixth time that I have taken a ride with these incredible pilots. The ground crew and the office staff were all professional and friendly. Seeing the island by Air is absolutely the most amazing experience ever.
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Jim_g
Mar 7, 2026
Island view - Don’t always get the best seat determined by weight unfortunately clouds can cause the itinerary to change but you can get a refund
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Kaylene_z
Nov 5, 2025
Great pilot and staff but underwhelming experience for the price. - Great staff, James was an amazing pilot. He was very friendly, informative and interactive. However the actual experience, for the price, was slightly underwhelming. I would recommend this if you are trying to see the island and NOT driving to any destinations. We had driven a majority of the island and the sights, so when we did this it was kind of a repeat. You do get great views from above but you do not stop anywhere scenic like some of the other tours advertise. Also it is important to note that the video and photos do cost extra, something we found unfortunate for the price of admission. Overall, good experience, great staff but the experience itself a little underwhelming.
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R435akjosephw
Nov 10, 2025
Big Disappointment !! - Booked the Big Island Volcano tour and the pilot refused to fly near Kilaua even though I asked him to. The tour was on our 25th anniversary and to see the Volcano was the only gift I wanted. He only took us over old fields! Disappointed!!
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From $791
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).