BEST OF KAUA‘I DAY TRIP

Helicopter Ride And Guided Sightseeing Tour Starting From O‘ahu

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Just because you are staying on O‘ahu doesn’t mean you can’t spend the day seeing the beauty of Kaua‘i on this exciting day trip. With how small the distance is, no matter where you are based on Hawai‘i, Kaua‘i is just outside the door.

The flight from Honolulu to Līhuʻe is brief, and afterward you will be treated to a full day exploring the landscape of the Garden Isle, including both a guided driving tour, and a guided helicopter tour. Enjoy the best combo experience with a 45-minute helicopter ride plus a private guide on this one-of-a-kind interisland adventure.

Starting At
$1970 USD
Age
2 yrs+
Duration
6-hour
Location
Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i

What's Included
- Professional local guides at each step
- Roundtrip airfare from Honolulu to Lihue
- 45-50 minute helicopter ride around Kaua‘i
- 6 hour private sightseeing tour of popular locations on Kaua‘i
- Pickup and return from Waikīkī hotels and resorts

From: $985^.00

BOOK YOUR TRIP

Choose Your Style

6-Hour Private Kaua‘i Sightseeing And 45-Minute Helicopter Tour With Flights From Waikīkī Hotels

Starting at
$985^.00
per adult

Adult Ages 12 yrs+

$ 985^.00

Child Ages 2-11 yrs

$ 751^.00

Best Of Kaua‘i Private Day Trip Tour Features

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Choose Your Private Tour Route

This private tour is customized to your group. Our guides know the island and take guests on one of 3 popular routes:

Choose to go visit Waimea Canyon and enjoy various stops and views around Kōkeʻe State Park.
Head north to the rugged, surfer paradise of Hanalei. The bay, the views, and the beaches are straight out of dreams.
Explore the central area and south coast of the island. See outstanding beaches, a blowhole, fish ponds, and other cultural sites. Maybe even see some turtles too.

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45-50 Minute Helicopter Adventure

Kaua‘i is popularly known as the Garden Isle due to its lush greenery and dramatic features recognizable from movies like Jurassic Park and King Kong. After landing, you will be driven over to the heliport to prepare for a helicopter tour that will take you close to the opening waterfall in Jurassic Park, over Waimea Canyon, and over the Nā Pali Coast before circling towards Līhuʻe. Upon landing, your guide will be ready to pick you up and drive you to your chosen hike. The best hikes and views are inside Waimea Canyon, also known as ‘The Grand Canyon of the Pacific’.

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Personal Guides From Start To Finish

Start your day heading to Honolulu airport and fly over to Līhuʻe. You will immediately notice a stark contrast from the hustle and bustle of O‘ahu to the quiet quaintness of Kaua‘i. Your guide will pick you up from the airport, get you to the heliport, and afterward guide you around the island. After a full day of adventuring and memory-making, you will be transported back to your Honolulu hotel.

Best Of Kaua'i Day Trip Tour Details

Highlights

Roundtrip Airfare Included From O‘ahu
See All The Best Sights From The Ground & Sky
Tour With A Professional Local Guide
45-50 Minute Circle Island Helicopter Tour Included

Stops For Lunch And Snacks On Your Own
Multiple Hiking Trails And Walking Paths
Beautiful Nā Pali Coast Views
Experienced Pilots And Guides

Description

This tour starts early in the morning where you will depart from the Honolulu Airport and fly over to Līhuʻe on Kaua‘i. From the airport, you will embark on a driving tour of Kaua‘i’s most breathtaking scenic locales including but not limited to Ahukini Landing, Lydgate Beach, Kīpuka, the town of Princeville, Kapa’a, and many more amazing locations.

After having lunch, take to the skies aboard a modern and sleek helicopter to continue exploring parts of the island that can’t be accessed with a vehicle. The airborne portion of the tour lasts 50 minutes and will take you over incredibly rugged terrain and remote locations. From the helicopter, you will be able to observe the Nā Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, the hidden Kipa Kai Beach, and Mt. Waiʻaleʻale which is Kaua‘i's highest point. Along the way, you will be able to catch glimpses of countless waterfalls, massive sea cliffs, and lush jungle landscapes.

Multiple Options

There are 3 areas on Kauai to explore during your 6-hour tour. You can talk to your guide about what you would like to see or let us know when booking.

Go up to the wetter north shore of Kaua‘i with a beautiful light-house view, plenty of amazing beaches and overlooks. On this tour, you will explore the small towns of Kapa‘a, Kailua, and Hanalei.
Explore central Kaua‘i and the south shore beaches, blowholes, cultural sites and coastal overlooks. We will check out a fishpond and visit a historic plantation town.
Go up into Waimea Canyon and do a little bit of exploring of overlooks at Kōkeʻe Park. See the Grand Canyon of the Pacific up close and take in the drier side of the island.

Return time to your Waikīkī hotel is expected to be 8 pm.

*Guests may start with a helicopter ride in the morning depending on local availability and conditions.

Itinerary

5:30 AM: Pickup from Waikīkī Hotel
6:00 AM: Flight check-in at Honolulu
7:25 AM - 8:05 AM: Flight from Honolulu to Līhuʻe
8:05 AM - 1:15 PM: Sightseeing tour (5 hours)
1:20 PM: Return to Līhuʻe for helicopter tour check-in
2:20 PM - 3:20 PM: Helicopter Tour
3:30 PM: Proceed to Līhuʻe Airport for check-in
4:45 PM - 5:23 PM: Flight from Līhuʻe to Honolulu
5:30 PM: Transport back to Waikīkī Hotel

Included

*Depending on the weather, flight routes and sites may vary.

Morning pickup from Waikīkī
Morning flight from Honolulu to Līhuʻe
Up to 50-minute helicopter tour
Private guided driving tour
Nā Pali Coast Views
Private guided hiking tour
Return flight to Honolulu
Drop-off at Waikīkī

Food & Drink

We will make stops throughout the 6-hour sightseeing tour. Your guide will find some great places to enjoy food and drink at various times. We encourage you to support the local communities we visit and their small restaurants, cafes & food trucks. Lunch is not included in this tour.

Price & Availability

6-Hour Private Kaua‘i Sightseeing And 45-Minute Helicopter Tour With Flights From Waikīkī Hotels

AdultAges 12 yrs+	$985^.00
ChildAges 2-11 yrs	$751^.00

Instructions

For each guest weighing 240 pounds or more, an adjacent, empty seat purchase is required to safely balance the aircraft. The charge for a comfort seat is reduced from the regular tour price, will confirm the exact amount during the booking process.
No flip flops or loose clothing aboard the helicopter.
Have good shoes for hiking and bring a reusable water bottle if possible.
Please make sure you provide your name that matches a government-issued ID

Cancellation

Tours With Flights Can Be Refunded But There Are Limitations

In the event of cancellation or request for a change to your reservation, please note the following. For most Hawai'i Tours & Activities originating from Oahu, there is no charge for date change or tour change based on tour availability if outside of the 72-hour period. Refunds will be in a combination of credit and cash depending on vendors and bookings. For tours purchased that include an inter-island flight, credit for a future flight will be provided, good for up to 1 year.
No refunds are issued for any tours within the 72 hours, before the start of your tour.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Included In A Trip To Kaua'i?

There is a lot included in this tour. Pickup at your hotel in Waikīkī from a local guide who will bring you to the airport for check-in. Your flight to Līhuʻe and another guide will meet you at the airport in Kaua'i to take you on a 6 hour small group tour of Waimea Canyon and South Kaua'i. Before you leave the airport, you will take a short walk over to the heliport and enjoy a 45-50 minute helicopter ride around the island. After a full day, your guide will bring you back to the airport for your flight back to Honolulu. You will meet another guide curb-side at the airport who will bring you back to your Waikīkī accommodations.
What Will I Experience On A Kaua'i Helicopter Tour?

On a Kaua'i helicopter tour, you'll be able to observe the Nā Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, the hidden Kipa Kai Beach, and Mt. Waiʻaleʻale which is Kaua'i’s highest point. You'll also have breathtaking views of countless waterfalls, massive sea cliffs, and lush jungle landscapes. The entire ride lasts between 45-55 minutes, depending on weather conditions.
What to wear on a helicopter tour?

Wear something dark so that your clothing doesn't reflect in the windows. This will keep the glare down and allow you to take pictures through them with minimal issues. Many people choose to do the "doors-off" version for that reason: to get clear pictures. (You will be given a jacket so you don't get cold.)
Are helicopter tours safe in Hawai'i?

Hawai'i has strict safety regulations, making the state one of the safest places to go on a helicopter tour. Pilots and mechanics are fully certified in their respective fields and well trained. Helicopter tours are popular in Hawai'i, so many companies work together to keep everyone as safe as possible.