Kauai: Heart of the Island Doors-Off Helicopter Tour
About this tour
Experience the stunning beauty of Waialeale, Kauai from above on a thrilling Doors-Off helicopter tour. Fly into the heart of the island and witness the ancient volcano of Waialeale, with its cascading waterfalls and lush valleys. This unique adventure allows you to feel the wind and enjoy unobstructed views of Kauai’s birthplace. Your expert pilot will highlight filming locations from iconic movies, ensuring an unforgettable introduction to the Garden Isle. This tour offers a fantastic opportunity for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. Safety is our top priority, and our Doors-Off helicopter tours adhere to the highest industry standards. We fly a MD500E aircraft, one of the safest and best helicopter makes in the world, from our specially designed helicopter with the doors removed and pilot controls on the left hand side. Please know we fly a full tour with all seats sold. Maximum of 4 passengers per helicopter. Ages 10 and older. Weight restrictions apply.
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Highlights
- ✓Transportation to and from the heliport
- ✓Doors-Off MD500 Helicopter Tour into Waialeale
- ✓Maximum of 4 passengers per helicopter for an intimate experience
- ✓Expert pilot shares insights and movie filming locations during the flight
- ✓Wrist straps for mobile phones available to borrow
Itinerary
Stop 1
Tour check-in time is 30 minutes in advance of tour time. After checking in at our office and verifying weights, you will be given a thorough safety briefing. You will then be transported to our hangar where you will board the aircraft and meet your pilot.
Stop 2
Enjoy views of this beautiful waterfall as featured on Fantasy Island.
Stop 3
This shorter Waialeale tour flies you into the very Heart of Kauai to explore the remnants of the ancient volcano of Waialeale (“rippling water”), over eight million years old, that gave birth to this beautiful island. This volcano is one of the wettest spots on earth receiving over 400" of rain every year.
Included
- ✓ Transportation to and from the heliport
- ✓ Doors-Off MD500 Helicopter Tour into Waialeale
- ✓ Maximum of 4 passengers per helicopter for an intimate experience
- ✓ Expert pilot shares insights and movie filming locations during the flight
- ✓ Wrist straps for mobile phones available to borrow
Not included
- ✕ Gratuities
- ✕ Over weight limit
- ✕ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✕ Meals
From
$221 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
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Helicopter tours in Kauai, Hawaii
Much of Kauai's most dramatic scenery, including the Nā Pali Coast's sea cliffs, hidden waterfalls, and the Waimea Canyon, is only reachable by air or a multi-day hike, which is what makes a helicopter tour here worth it.
When's the best time to fly?
The drier season (April to October) generally means fewer weather delays, while the wetter winter months (November to March) bring lower cloud but often make the waterfalls more dramatic. Morning flights tend to have the clearest visibility before afternoon clouds build up.
What should I bring?
A light rain jacket regardless of the season, since Kauai's interior is one of the wettest places on Earth, plus something to secure loose items if you book a doors-off flight.
What if the weather doesn't cooperate?
Like most operators, tours in Kauai have standard weight and balance limits (you may be asked your weight when booking or checking in), and pilots will delay or reschedule rather than fly in unsafe wind, low visibility, or storms. Booking a tour with free cancellation means a weather delay won't cost you anything.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Landing | Price | |
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| Kauai: Heart of the Island Doors-Off Helicopter TourThis tour | Duration varies | 4.8 (16) | N/A | From $221 | |
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From
$221 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
Check availabilityYou'll complete your booking securely on Viator
- ⏱ Duration varies
- 📍 Kauai, Hawaii
As an affiliate partner, we may earn a commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Prices and availability are set and provided by Viator.
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