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Description
| Witness the power of Kilauea Volcano
and the
glorious waterfalls of the Big Island with Paradise Helicopters, offering you a
superior tour with friendly, knowledgeable and personal service. |
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Location:
Hilo/Kona Int'l Airport, Big Island
Time: Daytime
Duration: 45min/2hrs
Available: Daily
Transportation: Ask for availability |
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Hilo's Fire
& Falls Adventure
(45-50 min, Hilo) |
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Pu'u O'o Vent
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Departing from
Hilo Airport, you will fly over miles of tropical
rainforest on your way to the latest activity of Kilauea Volcano.
View the volcanic rebirth of the Big Island as you witness firsthand the
awesome volcanic power.
On the return flight, you will cross the
slopes of Mauna Loa to the Wailuku River, where numerous
waterfalls cascade into beautiful emerald ponds.
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The Doors Off Experience
(50min, Hilo)
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Hughes 500 w/ No Door
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Feel
the heat radiated from the lava as you experience the volcanic activity
first hand with no doors in the way. This is an
adventure of a lifetime for those looking for an exciting alternative. (We
double dog dare you to try this one). The route to and from Kilauea
Volcano is similar to Hilo's Fire &
Falls Adventure.
Experience the doors off
flight to feel the heat and experience the sensation of flight with an
open cabin.
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| The Hawaii Experience
(2 hours,
Kona)
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Pu'u O'o Vent and Mauna Loa
Waterfall
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Departing from the
Kona Airport, you will experience the best of the Big
Island on the way to the current lava activity at Kilauea.
Weather ascending the slopes of Hualalai
and flying between Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea, or
fly the southern route past Captain Cook and Kealakekua
Bay by the turquoise
waters of South Kona, both flight paths will allow you to view
areas not visible from the road. Once at Kilauea Volcano, you
will be taken to the current lava activity for the best possible viewing.
The flight then continues to the North along the
breathtaking Hamakua Coast into Waimanu Valley
past lush tropical rainforests and emerald green valleys with abundant
waterfalls cascading from the sky. Then leave leave the lush green behind as your
flight takes you by the Kona Coast, where the resorts provide an
incredible contrast to the stark lava fields and beautiful turquoise blue
waters. |
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NEW!
Exclusive
Volcano / Valley Landing (3 hours, Kona) |
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Kohala Coast
Valley Landing
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Start your tour just as you would with the
Hawaii Experience plus continue your adventure by the unforgettable
Kohala Coast, where you will escape to your own private paradise.
Weather ascending the slopes of Hualalai and flying between Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea, or
fly the southern route past Captain Cook and Kealakekua
Bay by the turquoise
waters of South Kona, both flight paths will allow you to view
areas not visible from the road. Once at Kilauea Volcano, you
will be taken to the current lava activity for the best possible viewing.
After seeing the creation of the island from above, what could be better than landing at a secluded location where you can unwind and experience paradise first hand.
Enjoy the beauty of sheer valley walls, a running stream and the quietness of the
island.
Lunch is included but if you have special requests
or particular dietary needs, you are more than welcome to bring your own
foods.
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The Aircraft:
Bell Jet 407 |
Bell Jet 407 is a 6-passenger aircraft
flown for the Hawaii Experience and Exclusive
Volcano / Valley Landing departing from Kona. It has the
fastest cruise speed of any helicopter on the islands, and offers
unsurpassed comfort and virtually vibration free ride. Its oversized
sliding windows offer great picture taking view, so you won't miss a
thing. It is also capable of flying nonstop around the entire Big
Island, giving you more time in the air. |
Hughes 500 |
Hughes 500 is a 4-passenger aircraft
flown for the Volcano & Waterfall Adventure
and The Doors
Off Experience departing from
Hilo. If offers more personalized flight, and you're guaranteed a
window seat. Known as "Magnum P.I." helicopter, its quick
maneuverability and smooth ride gives you an exciting helicopter
experience. |
| Both aircraft are
American-made offering executive seating, a spacious and wide body cabin,
oversized sliding windows for an outstanding view and two-way communication
allowing you to speak directly to your pilot. |
Location:
- Hilo's Fire & Falls Adventure and
The Doors
Off Experience - Hilo International
Airport, East Hawai'i
- The Hawaii Experience and
Exclusive Volcano / Valley Landing – Kona International Airport, West Hawai'i
Time & Duration: *The times are approximate and are subject to change
- Hilo's Fire & Falls Adventure
and The
Doors Off Experience departs
every hour from 8:30am until 4:30pm. The check-in time is approximately
45minutes prior to the departure. Please indicate your approximate desired
flight time below.
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Check-in |
Departure |
Duration |
Return |
| The
Hawaii Experience |
7:15am |
8:00am |
2
Hours |
10:00am |
| 10:15am |
11:00am |
2
Hours |
1:00pm |
| 1:15pm |
2:00pm |
2
Hours |
4:00pm |
| Volcano
& Valley Landing |
6:45am |
7:30am |
3
Hours |
10:30am |
| 9:45am |
10:30am |
3
Hours |
1:30pm |
Days of Operation: 7 days a week
Transportation: Call toll-free 1-877-877-1222 to ask for transportation
availability from your hotel.
| Comment Board |
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Once in a Lifetime!: 
I had the amazing experience of seeing the volcano and lava field from a helicopter with the doors off! This is a once in a lifetime experience! The vantage point is unsurpassed and one really gets the feel for the enormity and power of v
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HOT Ride:
This was THE HIGHLIGHT of our honeymoon trip to Big Island. MAJESTIC is the only word we could describe the active volcano. We could feel the breath of our planet. Will do it again in a heartbeat. Thanks!
Great Time:
We enjoyed the trip and would recommend it to others.
Would definitely do this again! Pilot was fabulous and sights were beautiful. Wonderful way to spend time in Hilo.
It was awesome, exciting and unforgetable.
Volcano Open Door Tour:
This tour was a wonderful experience! The open door helicopter was, in my opinion, the ONLY way to see the volcano's and the associated flows. We were lucky enough to witness 3 surface flows, noticeable flow into the ocean AND 2 craters w
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Age/ Unit |
*Price |
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The Doors Off Experience / No Transportation
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Adult/Child (2 & over)
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$225.00
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Infant (1 & under)
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$0.00
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Comfort Seat (260 lbs or more)
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$112.50
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The Hawaii Experience / No Transportation
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Adult/Child (2 & over)
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$410.00
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Infant (1 & under)
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$0.00
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Comfort Seat (260 lbs or more)
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$205.00
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Volcano & Valley Landing / No Transportation
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Adult/Child (2 & over)
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$530.00
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Infant (1 & under)
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$0.00
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Comfort Seat (260 lbs or more)
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$265.00
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Hilo's Fire and Falls Adventure / No Transportation
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Adult/Child (2 & over)
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$200.00
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Infant (1 & under)
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$0.00
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Comfort Seat (260 lbs or more)
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$100.00
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Inclusions:
The Doors Off Experience: Guide
The Hawaii Experience: Guide
Volcano & Valley Landing: Guide/Lunch
Hilo's Fire and Falls Adventure: Guide
Additional Information(for all packages):
The Doors Off Experience:
Required to Bring / Dress
Valid, Government-Issued Photo ID
Note(s)
- The tour/activity schedule is subject to change.
- The tour/activity is subject to cancellation due to weather.
- No large bags/luggage allowed.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
The Hawaii Experience:
Required to Bring / Dress
Valid, Government-Issued Photo ID
Note(s)
- The tour/activity schedule is subject to change.
- The tour/activity is subject to cancellation due to weather.
- No large bags/luggage allowed.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
Volcano & Valley Landing:
Required to Bring / Dress
Valid, Government-Issued Photo ID
Note(s)
- The tour/activity schedule is subject to change.
- The tour/activity is subject to cancellation due to weather.
- No large bags/luggage allowed.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
Hilo's Fire and Falls Adventure:
Required to Bring / Dress
Valid, Government-Issued Photo ID
Note(s)
- The tour/activity schedule is subject to change.
- The tour/activity is subject to cancellation due to weather.
- No large bags/luggage allowed.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
Important Notices:
- Flight times vary day to day so please enter multiple flight time choices.
- The maximum weight limit is 260lbs.
- You will be weighed in upon check-in and if you exceed the maximum weight limit, you may be charged for addtional seats.
- Volcano & Valley Landing Requirement: Please wear sturdy walking shoes.
Cancellation Policy: Any cancellations made within 24
hours of the activity start time will be subject to a(n)
100% charge.
*This cancellation policy is set by the activity provider.
Cancellation Service Fee: No (0%) Cancellation Service Fee is applied for cancellations made outside of the above cancellation policy set by the activity provider.
*The prices are not inclusive of tax & fees
Fuel Surcharge (11.0%)
will be added to the price above.
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