SEE THE ACTIVE VOLCANOES ON TOUR – 50 MINS
The 50-Minute Discover Hilo Tour is a fantastic way to enjoy the special island chain of Hawaii. Located on the Big Island, this helicopter tour is full of fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories. Experience a fully narrated helicopter ride with outstanding views and exciting interaction with your pilot. Our narrators give you extensive facts about the incredible volcanoes and other sites that you'll see.
Whether you have a taste for historic landmarks, an itch for adventure, or an urge to see immense beauty, this tour is perfect for you! It is fun and entertaining for all age groups.
Climb aboard our Eco-Star helicopter and enjoy its comfortable seats and ideal viewing windows. It's among the safest, fastest, and most comfortable models to fly. It's a 50-to-55-minute journey that boasts an active volcano, a tropical rainforest, and lush valleys. If the volcano is erupting, you'll see molten lava! You'll see unique and breathtaking views you can't find anywhere else. This tour is simply a must-do when visiting Hawaii.
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$439 USD
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2 yrs+
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50-minute
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Hilo, Big Island, Hawaii
Discover Hilo Helicopter Tour Features
Breathtaking Views
When was the last time something took your breath away? If Kilauea is erupting, we guarantee the view of molten lava will stop you right in your tracks. Even if Madam Pele is being quiet, you'll look right down into the crater to see steam coming from the caldera. Imagine the incredible heat coming from below! On our 50-minute Circle Of Fire Adventure Tour, you’ll get to see mesmerizing scenes such as lush valleys and tropical rainforests from the comfort of an Eco-Star helicopter. Our pilots, certified tour guides, will narrate the history of each location and showcase highlights. It’s an incredible experience; you’ll remember it for the rest of your life.
The Volcanic Power Of The Big Island
Hawaii is known for the majesty of its volcanic scenery and the still visible power of Hilo. With a bird's eye view of the Big Island, you can take in many of the stunning examples of nature's might in comfort and safety. Fly over craters and the caldera that encircles it, and enjoy the feeling of seeing a part of the world few do from a perspective seen by even fewer.
Live Narration From An Experienced Guide
Each of our pilots are both experienced with the aerial vehicles they command, but also with the history and culture of the islands. While you fly, the pilot will act as your guide, telling you all about every sight you see, from the way the volcano was formed to the way the people of the islands came to respect and honor it. Don't just see Hawaii, learn about it and enrich your life with the stories of those who've long made the island home.
Discover Hilo Helicopter Tour Details
Highlights
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State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guides
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Flight Recording Available for Purchase
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Experience the Volcano from Above
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View Hawaii’s Rainforests & Valleys
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Live Tour Commentary
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Full Circle of the South-Eastern Part of the Island
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A 50 Minute Tour
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Perfect for Family Adventures
Description
Take a 50-minute journey from Hilo down to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and circling back up again. Along this journey, you will see lava flows (when the volcano is erupting), rainforests, amazing sea arches, and so much more.
After lift-off, we head down the coast, with its incredible sea arches, black sand beaches, and newly formed land from the latest eruption in the area. The dramatic changes will be shocking to all familiar with the area before 2018. Our tour circles Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, where you can see various craters and remnants of lava flows from the not-so-distant past.
We then hug the mountains and witness incredible rainforests and lush valleys as we make our way back towards Hilo and see the recent eruptions from Mauna Loa. Our 50-minute tour brings you back safely to Hilo, after a full circle of the southeastern part of the island.
Price & Availability
50-Minute Doors-On Volcano Helicopter Tour From Hilo
General PassengersAges 2 yrs+ | $439.00 |
First Class PassengersAges 2 yrs+ | $589.00 |
Mandatory Comfort Seats | $220.00 |
Tour is offered daily.
The Eco-star has more space, bigger seats, and more windows for viewing.
Instructions
- Weight limit is 240 lbs. If passenger exceeds weight limit, there will be a 50% surcharge.
- Comfortable clothing is recommended for this tour. The darker, the better, as darker apparel reflects less light for picture taking.
- These flights are available daily but only depart from the Hilo International Airport during the morning and afternoon. The Circle Of Fire Helicopter Tour is truly a great way to enjoy your vacation to Hawaii. If you are visiting the islands to view volcanoes, then this tour is without question a must!
Restrictions
- Seating for parties of more than 6, or weighing a combined 1000lbs, will be seated across multiple aircrafts. Please provide accurate body weights as our ability to execute tours depends on this.
Cancellation
Provide at least 72 hours notice before your tour to cancel or change your reservation. We will be happy to accommodate you.
Cancellations and no-shows within 48 hours of your scheduled tour time will incur a 100% cancellation fee.