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Maui to Hawaii Volcano Air Tour - Volcano Air Tours

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Volcano Air Tours is one of only a few companies that have permission from the Federal government to fly low over the active volcano area of Kilauea.

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Location: Maui to Big Island
Time: Varies
Duration: 2-2.25hrs
Available: Daily
Transportation: N/A


Piper Chieftain Interior

Volcano Air Tours is the only fixed-wing air tour company on Maui with air-conditioned airplanes, have the largest windows, the most experience flying tours of the islands and a perfect safety record.

Every passenger has a large rectangular window which makes it easy to see out both sides of the airplane so you're sure to see the spectacular cliffs, valleys, waterfalls, and active volcano area. Also every seat is equipped with a stereo headset to listen to the pilot's narration and stereo music.

Please choose from the following tours:

Big Island Volcano Tour (2.25 hours)


Volcano Tour Route

With departure from Kapalua Airport, you'll begin by flying past Haleakala Crater and then cross the Alenuihaha Channel to the northern tip of the Big Island. You'll fly over the second largest cattle ranch in the U.S. - Parker Ranch, view the world-class observatories at the top of Mauna Kea, fly over Kilauea and then proceed to the active volcano areas of Mauna Loa.

Leaving the active volcano area, fly over Hilo and Akaka Falls and follow the Hamakua Coast of the north shore. You then see the spectacular Kohala cliffs and waterfalls, cross the channel again, fly over Heavenly Hana and back to your point of origin.


Romantic Sunset Volcano Tour (2 hours)


Romantic Sunset

With departure from Kahului Airport, you'll begin by flying along the north shore of Maui to Heavenly Hana and then cross the Alenuihana Channel to the north shore of the Big Island. You'll see spectacular Kohala cliffs and waterfalls, then follow the Hamakua Coast to Akaka Falls and on to Hilo, then proceed to the active volcano area accessible only by air.

You then return toward Maui through the saddle between Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea, fly over the second largest cattle ranch in the U.S. - Parker Ranch, cross the channel again, follow the south shore of Maui and watch a romantic Hawaiian sunset from the sky.



Piper Chieftain

The Aircraft:

Tours are flown in FAA certified and inspected, air-conditioned, twin-engine Piper Chieftain aircraft with accommodations for 9 passengers. Every passenger has a large window, stereo headset and their own seat. Volcano Air Tours has a perfect safety record.

Location: Kapalua Airport or Kahului Airport, Maui

  • The Big Island Volcano Tour departs from Kapalua Airport, West Maui
  • The Romantic Sunset Volcano Tour departs from Kahului Airport, Central Maui

Time & Duration: *The times are approximate and are subject to change

  • Big Island Volcano Tour (Apprx. 2.25 Hours) – departure times vary, please make your approximate time request below.
  • Romantic Sunset Volcano Tour (Apprx. 2 Hours) - departure time is between 3:30pm - 5:00pm depending on the season
Days of Operation: 7 days a week

Transportation: N/A

Please Read: The maximum weight limit is 290lbs. If you exceed the weight of 260lbs, you are REQUIRED to purchase the comfort seat. For the safety of all on board, please put the accurate body weight information.

NO SCUBA DIVING 24 hours prior to your departure.


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Volcano Tour
Capt Bill is on of the greatest tour guides around. This was the greatest trip we did on Maui. He turned the plane the way it needed to get the best shots. How else can you see the Volcano up so close up we have some great pictures to prove ...More

  Age/ Unit *Price  
Big Island Volcano Tour (Kapalua Airport Departure) / No Transportation Adult/Child (3 & over) $410.90 Book Now
Toddler (2 & under) $0.00
Adult (260lbs - 290lbs) $568.26
Romantic Sunset Volcano Tour (Kahului Airport Departure) / No Transportation Adult/Child (3 & over) $369.62 Book Now
Toddler (2 & under) $0.00
Adult (260lbs - 290lbs) $521.83
Inclusions (for all packages): Airfare/Guide

Additional Information(for all packages):
Big Island Volcano Tour (Kapalua Airport Departure):
Restriction(s)
  • Participants may not scuba dive within 24 hours prior to this activity.
Required to Bring / Dress
    A valid government issued photo I.D. is required. /Valid, Government-Issued Photo ID
Note(s)
  • The tour/activity schedule is subject to change.
  • Air mileage will not be added upon completion of this tour.
  • The tour/activity is subject to cancellation due to weather.
  • No large bags/luggage allowed.
Romantic Sunset Volcano Tour (Kahului Airport Departure):
Restriction(s)
  • Participants may not scuba dive within 24 hours prior to this activity.
Required to Bring / Dress
    A valid government issued photo I.D. is required. /Valid, Government-Issued Photo ID
Note(s)
  • The tour/activity schedule is subject to change.
  • Air mileage will not be added upon completion of this tour.
  • The tour/activity is subject to cancellation due to weather.
  • No large bags/luggage allowed.
Important Notices:
RESTRICTIONS: Passengers weighing more than 260 lbs are required to purchase the comfort seats, and they must not exceed 290 lbs. Passengers must be able to climb two steps to board the plane and those in wheelchairs or with oxygen bottles can not be accommodated.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made within 7 days will be subject to 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
GE Tax (4.166%) will be added to the price above.