Hilo: Helicopter Lava and Rainforests Adventure | La Vacanza Travel

Hilo: Helicopter Lava and Rainforests Adventure

Duration: 55 to 60 minutes
Destination: United States, Hawaii, Big Island of Hawaii
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  • 55 to 60 minutes
  • Big Island of Hawaii
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

This option is Doors-On. You must call the local operator prior to travel date to confirm exact departure time. Contact info will be provided with your confirmation.

THE COOLEST HELICOPTER RIDE! That's what many of our guests say after taking a ride over one of the Most Active Volcanoes in the World!  Find out for yourself why the Travel Channel calls this the “hottest helicopter ride on Earth!” After over 35 years of activity, be one of the first to discover out what Kīlauea Volcano has left in the wake of its recent historic eruptive episode.  Witness otherworldly landscapes like the incredible 8-mile river of frozen lava from Fissure 8 to the Pacific Ocean, the newest black sand beaches on earth and enormous craters created by these recent events!

Along the way, view Mauna Loa’s vistas, the beauty of lush Puna rainforests and mesmerizing Hilo waterfalls.  

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Wao Kele, Hawaiian Acres, HI 96778, USA

Tropical rainforests of Puna

Pass By: Hilo, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, Hawaii

Waterfalls of North Hilo

Pass By: Wai'ale falls, Waianuenue avenue, Island of Hawaii, HI

Waterfalls of North Hilo

Pass By: Rainbow Falls, Waianuenue Avenue, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720

Waterfalls of North Hilo

Pass By: Pe'epe'e Falls, 99 Peepee Falls Road Off Kaumana Drive, Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720

Waterfalls of North Hilo

Pass By: Kilauea Volcano, Island of Hawaii, HI

Current activity at Kilauea Volcano

Inclusions
  • Two-way headset communication with your pilot
  • Live commentary on board

Exclusions
  • Food
  • Gratuities
  • Due to safety concerns, customers are not allowed to bring any personal items on the flight
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own caregiver
  • All pilots and aircraft are FAA-certified
  • Seating is assigned based on weight and balance following guidelines which have been approved by the FAA. We cannot guarantee seats as the weight of guests must be balanced within the aircraft.
  • Near public transportation
  • A seat upgrade is not a guarantee; however, if you purchase a co-pilot and/or window seat upgrades, we will do our best to seat you in your purchased location. If we cannot accomodate a seat upgrade due to weight and balance requirements for your flight (or for any other reason), we will refund your upgrade purchase at check-in.
  • All guests weighing 270 lbs or more when weighed at check-in, will be required to purchase an additional empty seat less 15% before fuel surcharge to safely balance the aircraft. They will be guaranteed a window seat.
  • This option is for Doors-On. For doors off, please book our Doors-Off tour.
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Departure Point

Uncle Miles Kitchen, 2450 Kekuanaoa St, Hilo, HI 96720, USA


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

55 to 60 minutes


User's Reviews

lukewA8071WX

01 Apr, 2024

We had a great experience. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable, made us feel safe. The flight took off exactly on time and lasted exactly as long as it was supposed to. The pilot Jim was great, pointed out all of the landmarks, made jokes and casual conversation without feeling forced. He was able to entertain my 2 teenage boys for the entirety of the flight. Views were spectacular, even with the clouds. The chopper was painted to look like TC's from Magnum PI (if you are a fan of the show) complete with the Cross of Lorraine/Team Ring logo on the front of the helicopter. I would absolutely book with Paradise again.

gomerp2024

30 Mar, 2024

They canceled our flight with less than 24 hours notice. No time to book with other company. Suggested we take a taxi 100 miles to get to their other airport. We traveled half way around the world for this experience and they were no help just said “sorry”.

Heather_P

06 Aug, 2023

On the day of our tour it was raining and cloud cover made it so we wouldn’t be able to see the craters. I was so impressed because rather than canceling, we were given the option to see waterfalls and the Kohala coast instead. It was SO beautiful!!! Chance of a lifetime! Our guide was great and so knowledgeable. He told us stories about the places we saw. Definitely want to go again!

Michael_L

11 May, 2023

It was an amazing time . Flying over the Caldera and seeing steam come off the bottom was unreal. The waterfalls were fantastic.

Stephen_R

10 Apr, 2023

What an amazing trip! The scenery is incredible: volcanoes, waterfalls, rainforests... Allen was a great tour guide and pilot. Would absolutely recommend this to everyone!

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Hot lava!

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Would choose it over and over again

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Incredible views of the island you won't get any other way

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Bucket list experience

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Lava and Rainforests Adventure - Hilo & Doors-Off Kohala Valleys and Waterfalls - Waimea

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Got to see the lava!

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Loved the doors off helicopter ride!

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Hilo area and lava flow devastation from a different perspective

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Family helicopter ride

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Excellent heli ride

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Very exciting and educational!

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Flying High!

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