Kilauea Volcano Doors-Off Helicopter Tour - Lava & Waterfalls Flight from Hilo
Highlights
Reviews
Awesome flight over Kilauea
Tom
Great Experience
Vickie
Overview
Big Island
2 hour(s)
Available Daily
Pick-up not available
Limited time only
View PackagesWhat to expect
Sites:
• Exciting Doors-off Helicopter Flight!
• Current active eruption of Kilauea Volcano
• Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
• Tropical rainforests of Puna
• Waterfalls of North Hilo
• Plunging Wai‘ānuenue, as known as the "Rainbow Falls"
Overview
Schedule
Check-in at Hilo Airport

Fly over Kīlauea, one of the most active volcanoes on earth and search out any activity at Halema'uma'u crater, Ahuʻailāʻau, or Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō vent.

Along the way, view Mauna Loa’s vistas, the beauty of lush Puna rainforests, and the newest black sand beaches.

Soar over the dense rainforest north of Hilo in search of waterfalls, includiong the plunging Rainbow Falls. You'll see the incredible moving contrast with the intense power of Kilauea Volcano. With no windows to look through, there is no better way to discover the diversity and beauty of Hawaii.
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Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Notes
Restrictions
- If less than 3 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children 12 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- Guests should not have serious fear of heights (acrophobia).
- Wheelchair Accessibility: Guests 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. The airport facilities are wheelchair accessible. Please contact VELTRA customer service for more information. 1-808-690-9990
- 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 more than 270lbs (123kg) will be assessed a Capacity Surcharge (CS). This fee is already reflected in the pricing section. Guests will be guaranteed a window seat.
- In compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, 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.
Other requirements
- 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.
Required items to bring & attire
- 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.
- All cameras including cell phones must have straps.
- No hats permitted on flight.
- Closed-toe shoes required.
Additional notes
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- 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.
- Flights are highly dependent upon the following :
1. Volcanic activity
2. The weather
3. Federal flight restrictions in place
All of these vary from day to day and even hour to hour. - Please Note: We are unable to guarantee that you will see "red" lava on your flight.
Rest assured that our pilots will do their best to deliver to you the safest and best viewing experience possible on all of our tours.
Reviews
Awesome flight over Kilauea
We had a wonderful experience with Tiana as our helicopter pilot. She was extremely skilled at flying and was a wealth of information regarding the areas we were flying over.
Great Experience
Tianna was our pilot and was a phenomenal one. She handled that very tiny helicopter without a problem. I have a tendency to be motion-sick and I had zero problems with her at the stick.
We were disappointed that ther...
Big disappointment!
After reading the detail for this tour we were extremely disappointed with what we experienced. We were a party of 4 who were split over 2 different tours. We thought this was due to weight restrictions which we could...
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FAQ
Families with young children will probably want to consider a doors on flight, as a doors off flight will limit seating options for young children. (Children under 8 are not permitted on doors off flights, and only one child between 8 and 11 is allowed per helicopter when the doors are removed.) A doors on flight, however, has no such age restrictions and can accommodate families with kids of any age.
As for preferences, while a doors off helicopter tour provides a more exciting and visceral experience, the intensity of the wind may be unpleasant for some, and the noise level may prevent you from hearing audio narration clearly.
A doors on flight lets you experience the tour in a more comfortable environment.
Both are great choices, depending on the type of experience you are hoping to have.
Payment / Cancellation Policy
- Credit card payment
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- Any cancellations made after 15:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
- Any changes made after 15:00 local time, 2 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.
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- If less than 3 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children 12 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- Guests should not have serious fear of heights (acrophobia).
- Wheelchair Accessibility: Guests 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. The airport facilities are wheelchair accessible. Please contact VELTRA customer service for more information. 1-808-690-9990
- 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 more than 270lbs (123kg) will be assessed a Capacity Surcharge (CS). This fee is already reflected in the pricing section. Guests will be guaranteed a window seat.
- In compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, 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.
- 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.
- All cameras including cell phones must have straps.
- No hats permitted on flight.
- Closed-toe shoes required.
- 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.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- 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.
- Flights are highly dependent upon the following :
1. Volcanic activity
2. The weather
3. Federal flight restrictions in place
All of these vary from day to day and even hour to hour. - Please Note: We are unable to guarantee that you will see "red" lava on your flight.
Rest assured that our pilots will do their best to deliver to you the safest and best viewing experience possible on all of our tours.