Big Island Helicopter Flights from Kona - Circle Island Waterfalls & Volcanoes
See Big Island's waterfalls from a helicopter!
See all of the Big Island from above, on a circle island helicopter tour flying over Kilauea Volcano, stunning coastlines, and thundering waterfalls! See the island's most popular attraction in a single flight departing from Kona Airport.
These Kona helicopter tours showcase Hawaii's diverse landscapes with a helicopter air tour over Kilauea Volcano, Hawaiian waterfalls and deep valleys, white and black sand beaches and Kohala's jungle coastline, making it one of the best helicopter tours on Big Island. This is a great way to see the island, and a safe and fun option for family adventures as well! Big Island helicopter tours from Kona are a great way to experience all the sights of Hawaii's youngest island while enjoying the west-side resort area during your stay. With three unique packages to suit your needs, your Big Island helicopter ride is only a click away.
| Tour | Duration of Flight (Total Duration) | Tour Highlights | Landing Option |
| Hawaii Experience Tour | 1 hr 45 mins (1 hr 45 mins) |
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| Premium Complete Circle Island Tour - See the Green Sand Beach! | 2 hrs (2hrs) |
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| Deluxe Hawaii Experience Tour with Exclusive Kohala Waterfall Landing | 1 hr 45 mins (3 hrs) |
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Yes (45 min) |
Hotel Transportation: Paradise Helicopters offers free round-trip transportation from selected Kona Coast hotels. Pick up and drop off locations are limited to the Kona Coast including the Hapuna area – North and the Keauhou area South.
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Name: | Bell 407 |
| Capacity: | 6 Passengers | |
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Luxurious – limousine style seating. One passenger in the front with the pilot and five in the back. Two seats face the other 3 seats allowing you to see and talk to the person(s) you are flying with. |
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Price
Premium Complete Circle Island Tour - See the Green Sand Beach! (2 hrs)
GE Tax, Fuel Surcharge, & Capacity Surcharge included
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Starting from Kona, fly past the coffee district and slopes of Mauna Loa to the southern-most town in the United States, Punalu‘u. Be amazed at exclusive views of Papakōlea, one of only four green sand beaches in the world, and explore Kilauea crater. Head east to the lush windward side and Hilo town and then witness the grandeur of the Kohala valleys and waterfalls.
* Total flight time typically varies from 1.9 – 2.35 hours.
Highlights:
- Circumnavigate the entire island!
- See all five volcanoes
- 2,000-foot deep valleys
- White, black and GREEN sand beaches
- Rugged coastlines
- Dramatic waterfalls
- Kilauea crater
- Rain forests
- Kohala’s lush valleys
- See 11 of the planet’s 13 climate zones
- Duration (incl. transportation): 3 - 5 hour(s)
- Available: Daily
- Pick-up:
You can choose either Pick-up (additional fee) or Check-in (free).
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Round-trip from Keauhou, North Kohala & Waikoloa Hotels free x per person
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- Inclusion: Guide / Helicopter ride / Ground transportation between tour locations
- Schedule
- Pick-up/Check-in
Time & Location - Drop-off/Check-out
Time & Location
Starting time:
08:00 -
13:00
(Show details)
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06:30-07:30 Pick-up at Waikoloa & Keauhou Area & Check-in at Kona International Airport
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08:00 Helicoter Tour - Kona coffee district & Green Sand Beach (2 hrs)
First, your pilot will take you past the Kona coffee district and slopes of Mauna Loa to the southernmost town in the United States, Naalehu. You’ll be amazed when viewing Papakolea Green Sand Beach, which is one of only four green sand beaches in the world!
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Helicoter Tour - Volcanoes
Next, you will fly over five volcanoes in Hawaii; Mauna Loa, Kilauea, Mauna Kea, Hualalai, and Kohala. View what was the world’s most active volcano, and continue towards the crater that was previously Pu‘u ‘O‘o Vent which is the volcanic cone in the eastern rift zone of the Kilauea.
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Helicoter Tour - Windward side and Hilo
Then, turn to the east, the windward side of the island and Hilo town. Gushing out of sheer cliffs through lava tubes, Kohala Coast, White & Black Sand Beaches, and nourishing the rich vegetation. The grandeur of the Kohala valleys and waterfalls of the north are sure to catch your breath!
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10:15-11:30 Check-out & Drop-off
Add-ons:
Window Seating
+
USD 50.00
Sit right up next to the window and ensure you don't miss any of the amazing views! Note: Guaranteed window seating is already included in the capacity surcharge for passengers over 265lbs.
Co-Pilot Seat
+
USD 125.00
Share the cockpit with the pilot, giving you maximum visibility from the front and side windows. Also great for aviation enthusiasts interested in getting a look at the helicopter's controls.
Package detail / Schedule
Deluxe Hawaii Experience Tour with Exclusive Kohala Waterfall Landing (3 hrs)
GE Tax, Fuel Surcharge, & Capacity Surcharge included
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Start the tour just like the Hawaii Experience Tour, but enjoy a bonus special pass through the beautiful and rural Kohala Coast. Fly close to the Kilauea Volcano before landing for one hour at the secluded Awini Point where you can unwind, take in the refreshing Hawaiian air, stroll through the beautiful valley, and soak in the sounds of nature.
* Total flight time typically varies from 1.7 – 2.1 hours.
*Off-Site Landing: Approx. 45 mins on the ground with easy walks.
*Approx. 3 hours total, including check-in.
*Off-Site Landing: Approx. 45 mins on the ground with easy walks.
*Approx. 3 hours total, including check-in.
Highlights:
- Current activity at Kilauea Volcano
- Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
- Five major volcanoes
- Amazing white and black sand beaches
- Hundreds of waterfalls
- 2,000′ valley walls
- Breathtaking coastlines
- 10 different climate zones!
- Duration (incl. transportation): 4 - 5 hour(s)
- Available: Daily
- Pick-up:
You can choose either Pick-up (additional fee) or Check-in (free).
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Round-trip from Keauhou, North Kohala & Waikoloa Hotels free x per person
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- Inclusion: Guide / Helicopter ride / Ground transportation between tour locations / Landing (45-min Ground Tour with easy hike)
- Schedule
- Pick-up/Check-in
Time & Location - Check-out
Time & Location
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05:30-06:45 Check-in at Kona Airport
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07:30 Experience Hawaii Helicopter Tour - Kona coffee district & Mauna Loa (2 hrs)
Upon departure from the Kona Airport, overfly the famous Kona coffee district and the slopes of Hualālai and Mauna Loa. You are welcome to ask the questions to your guide to learn about the unique history, geology, and culture of the Big Island.
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Experience Hawaii Helicopter Tour - Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Arriving over Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, you can see what was the world’s most active volcano Kilauea, and toward the eastern rift zone of the Kilauea to check the crater that was previously Pu‘u ‘O‘o Vent.
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Experience Hawaii Helicopter Tour - Kohala Valleys & Black Sand Beaches
Heading toward East Hawaii for lushing rainforests and the unparalleled Kohala valleys, that offers you the spectacular hidden gem. Rounding out your trip, you’ll enjoy a birds-eye view of iconic White & Black Sand Beaches, including Hapuna Beach and Kua Bay.
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Exclusive Landing at Kohala Valleys - Short Hike in the Valley (45 mis ~ 1 hr)
Take a ground tour to deep into Kohala and walk through the same fertile valleys that King Kamehameha I did as a child. You can learn about the diverse natural habitat, Hawaiian history, and culture. After exploring the gorgeous valley you are going back to the air again.
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Experience Hawaii Helicopter Tour - en route to back to Kona
View the drastic landscape change from windward to leeward. You’ll enjoy a birds-eye view of the world-famous white sand beaches and resorts of Waikoloa en route to back to Kona.
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10:30 Check-out & Drop-off
Add-ons:
Window Seating
+
USD 50.00
Sit right up next to the window and ensure you don't miss any of the amazing views! Note: Guaranteed window seating is already included in the capacity surcharge for passengers over 265lbs.
Co-Pilot Seat
+
USD 125.00
Share the cockpit with the pilot, giving you maximum visibility from the front and side windows. Also great for aviation enthusiasts interested in getting a look at the helicopter's controls.
Package detail / Schedule
Hawaii Experience Tour (1 hr 45 mins)
GE Tax, Fuel Surcharge, & Capacity Surcharge included
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Departing from Kona, experience the best of the Big Island en route to Kilauea volcano. Fly over the majestic mountains Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, and the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Continue toward East Hawaii for the incomparable rainforest & Kohala Valleys. Rounding out your trip, enjoying birds-eye iconic island views, including Hāpuna Beach, Kua Bay, the famous Captain Cook & Kealakekua Bay.
*Total flight time typically varies from 1.7 – 2.1 hours.
Highlights:
- Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
- Five major volcanoes
- White and black sand beaches & Beach resorts of Waikoloa
- Waterfalls and deep valleys
- Lush rainforests
- 11 different climate zones
- Duration (incl. transportation): 3 - 4 hour(s)
- Available: Daily
- Pick-up:
You can choose either Pick-up (additional fee) or Check-in (free).
-
Round-trip from Keauhou, North Kohala & Waikoloa Hotels free x per person
-
- Inclusion: Guide / Helicopter ride / Ground transportation between tour locations
- Schedule
- Pick-up/Check-in
Time & Location - Check-out
Time & Location
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06:15-07:15 Pick-up at Waikoloa & Keauhou Area & Check-in at Kona International Airport
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08:00 Experience Hawaii Helicopter Tour - Kona coffee district & Mauna Loa (1.75 - 2 hrs)
Upon departure from the Kona Airport, overfly the famous Kona coffee district and the slopes of Hualālai and Mauna Loa. You are welcome to ask the questions to your guide to learn about the unique history, geology, and culture of the Big Island.
-
Experience Hawaii Helicopter Tour - Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Arriving over Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, you can see what was the world’s most active volcano Kilauea, and toward the eastern rift zone of the Kilauea to check the crater that was previously Pu‘u ‘O‘o Vent.
-
Experience Hawaii Helicopter Tour - Kohala Valleys & Black Sand Beaches
Heading toward East Hawaii for lushing rainforests and the unparalleled Kohala valleys, that offers you the spectacular hidden gem. Rounding out your trip, you’ll enjoy a birds-eye view of iconic White & Black Sand Beaches, including Hapuna Beach and Kua Bay.
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10:00 Check-out & Drop-off
Add-ons:
Window Seating
+
USD 50.00
Sit right up next to the window and ensure you don't miss any of the amazing views! Note: Guaranteed window seating is already included in the capacity surcharge for passengers over 265lbs.
Co-Pilot Seat
+
USD 125.00
Share the cockpit with the pilot, giving you maximum visibility from the front and side windows. Also great for aviation enthusiasts interested in getting a look at the helicopter's controls.
Package detail / Schedule
Notes
Restriction(s)
- All Packages
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Guests should not have serious fear of heights (acrophobia).
- Guests can participate in this activity in a wheelchair with advance notice.
- Seat assignments are based on everyone’s weights, heights and the balance of the helicopter. By maintaining proper weight and balance in our aircraft we can provide guests with a safe, smooth and comfortable Experience on Paradise Helicopters.
- All guests weighing between 265lbs (120kg) and 315lbs (142kg) will be assessed a Capacity Surcharge (CS). This fee is already reflected in the pricing section. Guests will be guaranteed a window seat.
- All guests weighing between 315lbs (142kg) and above will be assessed a Capacity Surcharge of extra seat. This fee is already reflected in the pricing section. Guests will be guaranteed a window seat.
- In compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulation, Paradise Helicopters will weigh each individual when checking in at the Airport for safety and weight balance of the aircraft. Please provide accurate body weights for all passengers. Misrepresentation of body weight could result in denial of service without refund.
Premium Complete Circle Island Tour - See the Green Sand Beach! (2 hrs),
Hawaii Experience Tour (1 hr 45 mins)- Wheelchair Accessibility: The vehicle used for pick-up transportation is not wheelchair accessible. However, guests who use their own transportation and check in can participate in the helicopter flight if they are able to board the aircraft on their own or have members of their party available to offer assistance. Additional assistance from the crew may be available. Please contact VELTRA customer service for more information. 1-808-690-9990
Deluxe Hawaii Experience Tour with Exclusive Kohala Waterfall Landing (3 hrs)- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
Required Items to Bring & Attire- All Packages
- Printed VELTRA voucher
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- Wear whatever is comfortable for you. If you are going to take pictures, darker colors are better because it reduces the chance of reflections in your photos.
- You must have a printed copy of your VELTRA voucher to present upon check-in. You will not be able to participate in this activity if you only have a digital copy on your mobile device.
Requirement(s) - Others- All Packages
- Please call the activity provider the day before your activity (no later than 18:00 local time) to reconfirm your booking. Your voucher has the necessary contact information listed.
- Participants will be weighed upon check-in.
- Children under the age of two (2) fly free when seated in the lap of a paying adult. Proof of age is required for lap children under two (2). Children two(2) years old and over require an individual full-fare seat.
Additional Note(s)- All Packages
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- This activity may be changed or canceled for your safety, medical issues or comfort.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- If you are driving on your own, you will be required to pay a parking fee.
- In the event that your pilot needs to cancel for safety due to weather, your flight will be rescheduled. If a reschedule is not possible, you will receive a full refund.
- If you are prone to motion sickness, take motion sickness preventatives before you fly.
FAQWhat kind of helicopter will be used?- The Bell Jet 407 is a 6-passenger aircraft and it has the fastest cruise speed of any helicopter on the islands and offers unsurpassed comfort and a virtually vibration-free ride. Its oversized sliding windows offer great picture taking views and it is capable of flying non-stop around the entire Big Island, giving you as much time in the air as time permits.
Do I need a group to book, or can I book just myself?- Of course! If the date and time you select at checkout has open seats, you'll be booked to join a flight with other adventurers!
What happens if the flight is cancelled due to weather?- If your flight is cancelled due to inclement weather or other unforeseeable circumstances, the tour provider will notify us of the cancellation and you will receive a full refund to your credit card.
Please click HERE to send an inquiry about this activityPayment/Cancellation policyPayment typeCredit card payment 
Cancellation Policy- Any cancellations made after 17:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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| Pick-up | Available |
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| Duration incl. transportation | 3 - 5 hour(s) |
| Availability | Daily |
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