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Overview
Big Island
Available Daily
Pick-up not available
Accessible
What to expect
Private Charter Package (up to 6 participants)
• Start times: From 8:00AM to 4:00PM
• Duration: Available in hourly increments
• The listed price covers one private charter hour for up to six guests, subject to passenger weights and FAA requirements.
• Request a custom Big Island route featuring Kohala, Waipio Valley, waterfalls, rainforest, volcanic landscapes, and Kilauea.
• Fly aboard an Airbus EC-130 Eco-Star departing from Waikoloa.
Overview
Schedule
Check-in at Waikoloa Heliport
After checking in at the Blue Hawaiian Helicopters office at the Waikoloa heliport, meet the staff for a brief safety orientation before boarding. They will explain what to expect, review flight procedures, confirm final details, and answer any questions about your private helicopter charter.
Fly above the Big Island and take in sweeping views of Kohala’s valleys, waterfalls, rainforest, sea cliffs, volcanic landscapes, and remote coastline. Your pilot will provide live narration while following a route selected for the day’s weather, visibility, flight conditions, and guest interests.
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Important activity information
Important activity information
Restrictions
- This activity is wheelchair accessible.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Do not scuba dive within 24 hours or participate in SNUBA within 12 hours before your helicopter tour. Swimming and snorkeling beforehand are permitted, and there are no restrictions on scuba diving or SNUBA after the flight.
- The tour is wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant. A custom chair lift is available to help guests board safely and comfortably, but it can only access the rear row of seats. Guests who require the lift cannot be seated in the front row. The lift accommodates passengers weighing up to 250 lbs. Wheelchairs and portable oxygen tanks cannot be brought onboard the helicopter.
- Front-row passengers must occupy their own seats and avoid interfering with the pilot or flight controls. Lap children cannot be seated in the front row. In an emergency, front-row passengers must be able to understand instructions in English and physically operate the exit doors.
Other requirements
- In accordance with FAA regulations, all guests will be weighed at check-in to ensure proper aircraft balance. Providing an inaccurate body weight before arrival may result in denied boarding without a refund.
- Guests weighing 240 lbs (109 kg) or more may require an adjacent seat to remain empty during the flight. This helps maintain proper aircraft balance and passenger comfort. Each guest over 240 lbs may count as two passengers toward the charter capacity, depending on the total weight of the group.
Required items to bring & attire
- A valid government-issued photo I.D.
- Please wear dark clothing to minimize reflections in photos, and dress comfortably, as the aircraft are temperature-controlled.
Additional notes
- 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.
- The tour guide has full discretion to refuse service to customers based on attire, behavior, physical fitness and condition.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Complimentary parking available.
- All helicopter tours are subject to cancellation due to weather. Blue Hawaiian Helicopters will provide updates as early as possible, but the pilot may make the final weather and safety decision up to 15 minutes before departure.
Activity Provider Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Waikoloa
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 08:00 local time, 5 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- Any changes made after 08:00 local time, 5 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/time, package, the number of participants, etc.
Operation days
- Everyday
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- This activity is wheelchair accessible.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Do not scuba dive within 24 hours or participate in SNUBA within 12 hours before your helicopter tour. Swimming and snorkeling beforehand are permitted, and there are no restrictions on scuba diving or SNUBA after the flight.
- The tour is wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant. A custom chair lift is available to help guests board safely and comfortably, but it can only access the rear row of seats. Guests who require the lift cannot be seated in the front row. The lift accommodates passengers weighing up to 250 lbs. Wheelchairs and portable oxygen tanks cannot be brought onboard the helicopter.
- Front-row passengers must occupy their own seats and avoid interfering with the pilot or flight controls. Lap children cannot be seated in the front row. In an emergency, front-row passengers must be able to understand instructions in English and physically operate the exit doors.
- A valid government-issued photo I.D.
- Please wear dark clothing to minimize reflections in photos, and dress comfortably, as the aircraft are temperature-controlled.
- In accordance with FAA regulations, all guests will be weighed at check-in to ensure proper aircraft balance. Providing an inaccurate body weight before arrival may result in denied boarding without a refund.
- Guests weighing 240 lbs (109 kg) or more may require an adjacent seat to remain empty during the flight. This helps maintain proper aircraft balance and passenger comfort. Each guest over 240 lbs may count as two passengers toward the charter capacity, depending on the total weight of the group.
- 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.
- The tour guide has full discretion to refuse service to customers based on attire, behavior, physical fitness and condition.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Complimentary parking available.
- All helicopter tours are subject to cancellation due to weather. Blue Hawaiian Helicopters will provide updates as early as possible, but the pilot may make the final weather and safety decision up to 15 minutes before departure.


































