Kauai: Heart of the Island Doors-Off Helicopter Tour

4.8(16)18 minFree cancellationBy Jack Harter Helicopters - Tours

About this activity

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.

What's 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
✕Weight limit of 250 lbs per individual or 400 lbs combined per pair. Over the limit requires the purchase of a Comfort Seat.
✕Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✕Meals

Meeting and pickup

Please meet at our office location at 4231 Ahukini Rd. Lihue, HI 96766 at least 30 minutes prior to flight departure. It is just half a mile west of the airport on Ahukini Rd.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Ages 10+
Mandatory Comfort Seat: Any passengers weighing over 250 lbs and pairs weighing over a combined 400 lbs are required to purchase an additional, adjacent comfort seat to safely balance out the aircraft.
For parties of 3-4 passengers, we require 1 passenger to be 150 lbs or less and no taller than 5’10” to accommodate the front middle seat.
PROHIBITED ITEMS: Headwear of any kind (hats, beanies, scarfs, etc), iPads, bags, pocket items or loose items, selfie/GoPro stick, magnetic Gimbals, unsecured footwear (flip flops/slides, etc)
A handheld camera or phone secured with a neck or wrist strap is allowed

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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