Reviewed by: Darcy S
My husband and I loved the doors off heli ride over the Kilauea volcano lava flow! Would highly recommend it!
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/31 |
Reviewed by: Jamie
We are so happy we chose this helicopter tour. We got close for pictures and selfies and our pilot was entertaining!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/20 |
Reviewed by: ともこ
We participated as a couple. It was just before a Japanese interpreter started working, but I heard they will be available here, so I think it will be fine for those who don't understand English if they request an interpreter. The participants ranged from children to adults. There were even families from the mainland U.S. participating together across three generations (from grandparents to grandchildren), so I believe people of all ages can enjoy it.
The first zip line was a bit scary because it was my first time and it was high, but after that, I had a lot of fun. I'm not very good with heights, but I managed. Due to the season, it had been rainy and chilly, making ocean activities impossible, but trying mountain activities during that time was very enjoyable.
夫婦二人で参加しました。
ちょうど、日本人の通訳さんが働き始める前の体験中でした。これからこちらで働くそうなので、英語が分からない人でも通訳さんをお願いすれば大丈夫になると思います。
参加者は子供から大人までいろいろ。
アメリカ本土から親子3世代(おじいちゃん、おばあちゃんから孫まで)で、そろって参加していた方もいたので、年齢問わず楽しめると思います。
最初のジップが、初めてで慣れないうえに高さがあってちょっと怖かったですが、後は楽しめました。
私は高いところがそんなに得意ではないですが、大丈夫でした。
時期的に雨が降って肌寒い日が続いていて、海のレジャーは全然ダメだったのですが、そんなときの山のレジャーとしてやってみたら、とても楽しかったです。
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| Packages: | ジップライン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/06 |
Reviewed by: Mary
We thought this would be a island tour. Yes we wanted to see the volcano that we wanted to see more too. We saw very little other than the volcano.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/13 |
Reviewed by: Patrice
Hi - Had an informative pilot who took us over the craters - and were able to see the lava entering the sea - best way to see it! I've been told on the walk in you are not able to the lava very well and are not able to get close. An exciting thing to do for your holiday and great viewing to see it all from the air! Glad we did!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/17 |
Reviewed by: Max
We were a group of three with 2 of us never before in a heli.
Thanks to a gr8 pilot we experienced an adventure we will never forget.
Spectacular views and the heat of streaming lava.
If you can afford it do it, we will come back that's for sure.
Max
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| Packages: | Doors-On Flight [45 mins] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/22 |
Reviewed by: Valenti
It was my first time so I was a little nervous. The guides helped ease my fear and I loved it. The 7 lines were just right for me. It started out short and easy and saved the longest and best for last. Would do it again. Well wort it.
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| Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/15 |
Reviewed by: MIYAKO TONAMI
The weather was favorable and it was a sunny day. The flow of the experience included: checking in for the helicopter, receiving guidance, finding the dress room, listening to the explanation from the staff in the room behind the reception, announcement of seat assignments by group, walking to the helipad, and putting on headphones and life vests. I would have liked to have a paper with a written flow and a map. It was a wonderful experience. Thank you very much. For those who might get motion sickness, it's better to take medication.
天候に恵まれて晴天。ヘリの受付⇒案内⇒ドレスルームの場所⇒受付裏のへやで案内係員の説明
⇒グループごとに座席指定の発表⇒ヘリポートまで歩く⇒ヘットフォン・救命胴衣等の装着・・・と流れを書いたり、地図を記載したペーパーがほしかった。
すてきな経験でした。ありがとうございました。乗り物酔いしそうな人は薬対応された方がよいです。
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| Packages: | キラウエア火山と壮大な自然遊覧(2017年12月14日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/26 |
Reviewed by: Scott
Jake and Dustin were fantastic. They were knowledgeable and funny, made you feel safe. It rained the entire time but it didn't matter, this was the best part of our vacation. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/29 |
Reviewed by: The Leiths
We would like to thank the staff of veltra for their outstanding services with helping making our dream vacation a reality, we really enjoyed the Helicopter Tour - the staff were perfect, sights were great! It was a little foggy so we couldn't complete whole tour but were offered a refund which was very nice.
Thanks Again,
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/28 |
Reviewed by: Ian
Really excellent trip, would recommend it to anyone.
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/28 |
Reviewed by: Cindy m
Relaxing, simple but enough to know about the island and the driver was very courteous, informative.
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| Packages: | Gold Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/11 |
Reviewed by: まなみん
It was an incredibly exciting tour. It was my first time riding in a helicopter, and without a door, no less! The entire tour was in English, but I made sure not to miss the important security information, and with my heart racing, I got to sit right next to the pilot. Everything was perfectly necessary, and I was able to see the flowing lava, the rushing underground streams, and even enjoy a view of a rainbow from above after the rain. It was the best flight ever. I would love to ride again if I have the chance.
とにかくエキサイティングなツアーでした。
ヘリに乗ったのも初めて。しかも扉無しなんて(^^) 全て英語のツアーでしたが、大切なセキュリティのところだけは聞き逃さずに、ドキドキしながらもパイロットのすぐ隣に乗せてもらいました。
全てが必要必然ベストで、溶岩が流れる様も、また地中を勢いよく流れていく様も、また雨上がりに虹を上から眺めることもでき、最高のフライトでした。
また機会があれば乗りたいです。
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| Packages: | キラウエア火山と壮大な自然/扉なしヘリ遊覧(2017年12月14日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/05 |
Reviewed by: ChuckBr
We had an amazing experience and will go again for sure!
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/24 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I used this service a year and a half ago. Due to the impact of the volcanic eruption, the routes were restricted, and I was a bit disappointed that I couldn't see the volcanic crater. I would have liked to have been informed in advance about the restricted routes.
The helicopter tour itself was very enjoyable and memorable. The pilot, who spoke English, was friendly and made it a great experience.
1年半前に利用しました。火山の噴火の影響で、ルートが制限されており、火山の噴火口は見れず少々期待はずれでした。制限ルートがあることを事前に報告してほしかったです。
ヘリコプター遊覧自体は、とても楽しく記念になりました。パイロットの方も英語ですがフレンドリーにお話してくださり、よい思い出となりました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/27 |
Reviewed by: RJAK
It was a great day to go on the Helicopter, pilot was very knowledgeable. I would go again, you got great views of the lava flows.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/19 |
Reviewed by: aaron t
best experience of my holiday...... absolutely loved it!!!!!
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| Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Tammy Sharp
Although the pictures and video that we took were amazingly beautiful and it is probably the best way to see the waterfalls on the island. There should be a disclaimer along with the advertisement of the tour for people with bad backs or next and probably awful younger children and senior citizens. The ride itself as horrible as far as comfortability . The water being so rough around the coast line added with no seat belts or cushioning on the aluminum boat itself made for a horrible ride. There was one point when I was actually in tears because of the pain and shock to my back from the intensity of being thrown back into the seat.
Thanks for your feedback and a 4 star review but were a bit confused about your review? First off what store advertisement are you referring to we have you booking online? The cushions are 4 inches thick as well 2 inches on the backrests so not sure why you mention no pads were available? Seat belts on a boat, that would be quite dangerous? Did you ever notify the crew of your discomfort during trip and where were you seated? We advise that smoother rides are near the rear of the vessel during the safety briefing.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/26 |
Reviewed by: Jason
The BEST zipline on the island. Staff was wonderful. Ask for Kalo the tour guide. The last zip was worth every penny.
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| Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/03 |
Reviewed by: Vicki Wales
We took this trip on monday with our pilot Pete and it was totally awesome! We saw bubbling lava and were indeed able to 'feel the heat'! Pete tailored our tour to us and made us feel very welcome. Many thanks! Highly recommended!
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/04 |
Reviewed by: Diane Viands
I ended up with some great pictures. Wasn't sure if I was getting any because it was so windy. Not complaining as I knew that it was going to be windy. I did think that we were going to fly near the volcanoes, but perhaps I read the description wrong. It was a great tour and I am glad I did the doors off tour. Collin was great! Thanks so much for the great tour!
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/07 |
Reviewed by: Going back to Hawaii
Very professional pilot. Incredibly smooth ride without stunts or surprises. However, the doors off was wonderful with nothing between us and the lava. We were high enough to not be at risk but the views of the lava flows, vents, as well as the area waterfalls and scenery were superb. Securely strapped in. Noise dampening headphones with mics allows two way communication, and the pilot was a knowledgeable and helpful tour guide. Worth the time and money.
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/06 |
Reviewed by: G from GA
An unforgettable experience! Viewing flowing lava burning trees, the spots where the lava begins to flow, the breathtaking coastline of the Big Island with its many waterfalls, humpback whales from overhead, and the wonders of the island with the unbelievable views of every hue in the ocean's water= memories that will last a lifetime! Add a fabulous staff and the best pilot ever, and that's what you can expect.
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/03 |
Reviewed by: Alan
The doors off tour was incredible and well worth the price! I highly recommend this tour to anyone that wants to get a real helicopter volcano tour!
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/09 |
Reviewed by: Wendy
The 4 of us had a GREAT time - Nobody at home could believe I did the one over the falls! I am not real good with heights! Would definitely recommend to anyone who is the least bit adventurous!!
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| Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/07 |
Reviewed by: Maruxa
The experience was really great!
The views were amaizing!
I recomend this experience!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/23 |
Reviewed by: Cameron
First time zip-lining with my 10 year old daughter. Cant imagine a better zip line tour not only in Hawaii but in the US. You finish strong with an incredible 3,000+ foot zip line ride that goes over a waterfall and canyon. The crew is great too. Very professional, courteous. My 10 year old daughter thought this was awesome and so did I.
Mahalo Cameron for taking the time to submit your review. We appreciated the positive feedback and will share with the Akaka Falls staff on what a wonderful job they do for us there. We are certainly glad you had a wonderful experience! Please spread the word along and tell your friends to come and visit us too!
Aloha!
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| Packages: | Zipline Tour (7-Line Course) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Cameron
Very professional staff and felt very safe. I would just say that this experience had a lot for me to compare to for me and my daughter on this trip to Hawaii. We did ziplining, Parasailing, horse back riding and went from high-octane outdoor activities to passenger sightseeing. However, if I were to rank this tour as a stand-alone activity I would give it very high marks. To see the volcanic areas from the air is really interesting since you are seeing a "live" mass in motion (can't see it move but it is moving). Trees are burning from the lava, smoke and craters really lets you know who is in charge, nature.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/30 |
Reviewed by: Teresa
Riding in a helicopter and seeing a live volcano checked off two of the entries on my life list. Scott, our pilot, was as excited as we were to see the molten lava gushing out in neon orange waves. It was definitely one of those,"Oh wow!" moments.
None of the retired ladies in our group had ever ridden in a helicopter before, and Scott had just the right combination of confidence and professionalism that reassured everyone. I would definitely fly with him again!
This tour was the highlight of our trip, and I would recommend it to everyone. It was worth every penny!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/25 |
Reviewed by: Silas
Thank you to Jork our pilot for an amazing flight. After breakfast, me and my friends hit up the Volcanoes Winery for some wine tasting and then whipped through the Volcanoes National Park to get an idea of what we'd see from the sky before heading to the airport for our helicopter flight. The check-in was easy (I gained a few pounds from all the Hawaiian food I ate, but it was okay) and the ground crew was super friendly. Make sure you get a phone strap if you want to take pics with doors off, or you can't take your phone with you. I really didn't expect a lot but as soon as we were hovering over small lava ponds I cried a little bit. It was so epic - it looked like we were on another planet. The black lava landscape stretched to the horizon. It was cold up there but whenever we got over the bright orange lava spots you could actually feel the waves of warmth, so soothing! We finished with a fly over bubbling pots waterfalls and some of the towns. All the buildings and cars were so tiny and perfect like a miniature model city. Thanks again to Paradise Helicopters and HawaiiActivities.com. Definitely an unforgettable moment on the Big Island. Ah man!
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| Posted on: | 2015/10/14 |
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アロハ、
フィードバックをいただき、誠にありがとうございます。チェックインプロセスについて、到着前に十分に説明できなかったことをお詫び申し上げます。ご提案を受けて、日本語を話すゲストに対して、より良い説明を行うよう努めます。ツアーの残りの部分を楽しんでいただけたことを大変嬉しく思い、私たちと一緒に飛行していただいたことに感謝しています。次回ハワイにいらっしゃる際にも、その栄誉を再び得られることを願っています。
マハロ!
Aloha,
Thank you very much for taking the time to give us your feedback. We are sorry that the check in process was not explained better before you arrived at our base. We will take your recommendation and try to do a better job explaining this to our Japanese speaking guests. We are very happy that you enjoyed the rest of the tour and are thankful for choosing to fly with us. We hope to have that honor again, next time you are in Hawaii.
Mahalo!