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The 15 Best Helicopter Tours in Hawaiʻi

40 tours  ·  from $155

Half the reason to fly here is that the ground runs out. The 15 below cover the Nā Pali circuits, the Kīlauea vents and the Maui waterfall valleys, compared on flight time, doors on or off, and whether every seat is a window.

Kauai: Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour - Starting with Manawaiopuna Falls in Hanapepe Valley
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Kauai Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour

1.Kauai Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,032 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $449Our pick

Fly from Lihue in a six-seat Eurocopter Eco-Star, using Bose noise-canceling headsets to hear your State of Hawaii certified pilot. The route may include Waimea Canyon, Manawaiopuna Falls, the Na Pali Coast, Hanalei Bay, and Mt. Waialeale. Weather shapes the flight, so expect a flexible route and bring motion-sickness medicine if needed.

“Views were spectacular. Our guide was great and very knowledgeable and the company was easy to work with. Loved the soundtrack they played throughout the entire tour.”

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Kauai: Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters - Check-in at Ahukini Road
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Kauai: Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters

2.Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,951 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $369

Fly above Kauai in a four-passenger Hughes 500 with the doors removed and every passenger placed by weight and balance. Your pilot may be Felipe, Kate, Adam, Max, Amy, or another Airborne Aviation pilot. Expect Waimea Canyon, Jurassic Park Falls, the Na Pali Coast, Hanalei Valley, and Mount Waialeale in about one hour.

“Best way to see Kauai! Don’t wear shorts. Views are spectacular! Was the highlight of our trip. Highly recommend..”

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Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons - Manawaiopuna Falls, the famous Jurassic Falls
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Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

3.Kauai Private Doors-Off Helicopter: Ultimate Waterfalls & Canyons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,510 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $415

Fly privately over Kauai for about 75 minutes, with every passenger beside a window and no middle seat. The route includes Jurassic Falls, Waimea Canyon, Olokele Canyon, the Na Pali Coast, Hanalei Bay, and Waiʻaleʻale Crater. Pilots such as Ross, Travis, Taylor, Aiden, Clay, and Stuart provide commentary, while doors-off flying gives you clear, glare-free views.

“Amazing, top notch customer service and experience! Pilot Ross Bailey went above and beyond! Great island cultural and history lessons (and perfectly timed music too) all while safely & expertly piloting the helicopter and providing exceptional customer service and overall amazing experience!”

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Oahu: Magnum PI Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters - From Pearl Harbor to downtown Honolulu
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Oahu: Magnum PI Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters

4.Magnum PI Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,372 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $420

Join Magnum Helicopters for a 50-minute doors-off flight over Oahu in a Hughes 500 helicopter carrying up to four people. Your pilot, including experienced guides such as Herb or Travis, points out Pearl Harbor, Waikiki, Hanauma Bay, Kualoa, Sacred Falls, and more. Choose open seating or First Class for a private pair.

“It gives you the pleasure of seeing the entire island from a new perspective. You don't want to miss this opportunity.”

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Kauai: Air Tour of Na Pali Coast, Entire Island of Kauai - Checking in at Lihue Airport
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Kauai: Air Tour of Na Pali Coast, Entire Island of Kauai

5.Air Tour of Na Pali Coast, Entire Island of Kauai

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 924 reviews · 1h 5m · from $155Best value

Fly around Kauai for 65 minutes in Wings Over Kauai’s six-seat G8 AirVan. Your pilot points out Waimea Canyon, the Na Pali Coast, Hanalei Bay, waterfalls, coffee fields, movie sites, and Mt. Waiʻaleʻale. Two-way headsets, large windows, music, and local commentary make this a personal alternative to a helicopter flight.

“It was a great tour. Marcus did a good job getting us over the best spots with good views and informational narration. I recommend buying the video that is offered. We took a ground tour the following day, and it was interesting seeing areas on the ground that we had flown over.”

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Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour - Flying over the Na Pali Coast
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Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour

6.Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 900 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $309

Fly with Safari Helicopters over Kauai for about 55 minutes, seeing Waimea Canyon, Jurassic Falls, waterfalls, beaches, and the Na Pali Coast. Small groups are capped at six people. Pilots such as Dali add commentary and humor, while the mostly windowed helicopter gives you a strong view for photos. Arrive 40 minutes early and report accurate passenger weights.

“by MirelaDelia_U -"Bad experience with booking system and changing from viator. Direct booking is safer. Excellent experience over Kauai, with one of the best and brave pilot .”

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Kauai: Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopter Flight - Jurassic Falls and Kauai’s unreachable interior
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Kauai: Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopter Flight

7.Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 834 reviews · 1 hour · from $369

Fly from Lihue Airport in a turbine-powered Hughes 500 with up to four passengers. With no doors between you and Kauai, you’ll see Manawaiopuna Falls, Waimea Canyon, the Nā Pali Coast, and Mount Waialeale. Pilots such as Adam, Kate, Max, and Amy provide commentary over the two-way intercom.

“Absolutely stunning! Beautiful views and amazing guide! Thanks alot!”

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Maui -PRIVATE- Air Tour: 5 Islands: (2-5 people): SEE Even MORE! - Lanai’s coast and a view of a WWII shipwreck
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Maui -PRIVATE- Air Tour: 5 Islands: (2-5 people): SEE Even MORE!

8.PRIVATE- Air Tour: 5 Islands: (2-5 people): SEE Even MORE!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 785 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $536

Join Maui Plane Rides in Kahului for a 75 to 90 minute private flight over Maui County. Your pilot points out Honolua Bay, Nakalele Blowhole, Lanai, Kahoolawe, Molokini Crater, Wailea, Kihei, and Makena’s lava fields. The small cabin holds up to three passengers, with headsets, drinks, and live commentary included.

“Wonderful way to see the 5 islands around Maui. See the majestic cliffs, blues and greens clear waters, the blow hole and many more sights. Small business owner. Personal service at its best!”

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Maui: Road to Hana Luxury Limo-Van Tour with Helicopter Flight - The Limo-Van ride through Ke‘anae
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Maui: Road to Hana Luxury Limo-Van Tour with Helicopter Flight

9.Road to Hana Luxury Limo-Van Tour with Helicopter Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 762 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $599

Ride Maui’s twisting Road to Hana in a six-passenger luxury Limo-Van with a Hawai‘i State Certified guide, stopping at Ke‘anae, Wai‘anapanapa, waterfalls, and Hana. Enjoy lunch, then fly back in an Eco-Star helicopter over Haleakala, waterfalls, and the coast. Guides such as Scott, Gayle, Ray, and Sue are known for local stories and helpful photo stops.

“It was an amazing experience! Gayle was personable, knowledgeable and friendly which made the tour extra special. Be sure to get a loaf of banana bread at the Halfway to Hana roadside stand. The helicopter tour with Tim was the perfect end to this excursion. It was my first time (won’t be my last) and he made me feel comfortable and safe. I did the morning tour so by the time we got to Hana I was ready for the 30 minute ride back to the airport. Do it!”

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West Maui and Molokai Special 45-Minute Helicopter Tour - Molokai’s north shore and its enormous sea cliffs
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West Maui and Molokai Special 45-Minute Helicopter Tour

10.West Maui and Molokai Special 45-Minute Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 759 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $332

Fly for about 45 minutes from Kahului over West Maui’s rainforest, valleys, beaches, and waterfalls, then cross to Molokai for its towering sea cliffs. Air Maui uses a six-passenger A-Star helicopter, with a pilot such as Cameron, Drew, Vince, Kirk, or Alex providing commentary on local history, geology, and wildlife. Wear dark clothing and bring no bags.

“We did this as part of birthday celebration for my son who turned 10. It was so much fun and we get to see the picturesque part of Maui up in the air. It was such an amazing experience! Highly recommend!”

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Royal Crown of Oahu - 60 Min Helicopter Tour - Doors Off or On - From Waikiki to Diamond Head
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Royal Crown of Oahu – 60 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

11.Royal Crown of Oahu – 60 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 755 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $540

Fly around Oahu for about an hour from Rainbow Helicopters at Honolulu International Airport. Choose doors on or off, then see Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Lanikai, Sacred Falls, North Shore surf, Dole Plantation, and Pearl Harbor. Pilots such as JoJo, Sarah, Gavin, and Kiana add island history and humor along the way.

“If you are seated behind the pilot, you will have just the ocean view for first 40 minutes, and then fly over the fields for next ten mins. Trust me, it gets boring after a while. Family members sitting on the other side of the helicopter fully enjoyed the tour.”

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Kauai: Entire Kauai Air Tour with Window Seats - Starting at Air Ventures Hawaii
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Kauai: Entire Kauai Air Tour with Window Seats

12.Entire Kauai Air Tour with Window Seats

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 580 reviews · 1h 5m · from $159

Fly over Kauai in a small plane limited to six passengers, with an English-speaking pilot-guide pointing out Hanalei Bay, the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, waterfalls, and other sights hidden from the road. Window seats are included, but seating position matters: the right side often gets the best views during the clockwise route.

“Absolutely awesome. What a great experience and a fabulous way to see Kauai from the air. Zach, our pilot was the best and the check in lady was amazing and so helpful.”

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Maui -PRIVATE- Air Tour FUN: 3 Islands: (2-5 people): SEE it ALL! - Leaving Kahului in a private cabin
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Maui -PRIVATE- Air Tour FUN: 3 Islands: (2-5 people): SEE it ALL!

13.PRIVATE- Air Tour FUN: 3 Islands: (2-5 people): SEE it ALL!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 559 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $338

Fly from Kahului in a private aircraft with your own party, seeing Maui’s coast, Makena, lava fields, Honolua Bay, and Molokai’s towering sea cliffs. Panoramic, non-tinted windows help with photos, while live commentary adds local context. Depending on the pilot, you may have route options and a chance to handle the yoke.

“Great view. Seen many super long falls and astonishing costal scenery. Learned history. Awesome trip. My 16 yo was supposed to learn how to drive a car this year instead learning how to fly a plane thanks to Eric. It’s very memorable.”

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Air Kauai: DOORS-OFF Helicopter Adventure - From wet rainforest to dry canyon country
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Air Kauai: DOORS-OFF Helicopter Adventure

14.Air Kauai: DOORS-OFF Helicopter Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 523 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $352

Fly over Kauai in a six-passenger, doors-off helicopter with Air Kauai. In about 50 minutes, you’ll see the Na Pali Coast, steep sea cliffs, tropical valleys, a dry canyon region and waterfalls linked with Jurassic Park. Pilots such as Steve, Mario, John and Adam are praised for calm flying and island stories.

“This is a bucket list experience for sure! The ONLY way to see all of the island. The pilot was very knowledgeable about the island and made sure we all got coveted pictures. Worth every penny!”

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Doors Off West Maui and Molokai 45 minute Helicopter Tour - West Maui from a completely different angle
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Doors Off West Maui and Molokai 45 minute Helicopter Tour

15.Doors Off West Maui and Molokai 45 minute Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 487 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $388

Take a 45-minute doors-off flight from Kahului over West Maui and Molokai. Your pilot points out waterfalls, rainforests, beaches, and Molokai’s huge sea cliffs while you photograph through open air. Air Maui supplies goggles, a windbreaker, and a phone lanyard. Only cell phones are allowed onboard.

“Amazing, once in a lifetime experience. The flight over Maui and to the cliffs of Moloka'i was spectacular. If you're considering a flight, definitely choose the doors off tour. The whole crew was amazing and super helpful. It's worth it.”

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