Hilo Volcano Tour With Helicopter Flight
See Hawaiʻi’s volcanic landscapes from the road and a helicopter
Duration
10.5 hours
Includes
Helicopter tour, lunch, park entry
Highlights
Explore Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park by land before taking a helicopter flight over volcanic landscapes and waterfalls. Enjoy a full day of geology, scenery, and expert live narration.
- View Mauna Loa, which erupted in 2023
- Learn from expert live narration throughout the tour
- Observe steam clouds where groundwater meets hot volcanic rock
- See how lava flows have shaped Hawaiʻi Island’s coastline
Itinerary
- Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park: Explore volcanic craters, steam vents, and lava tubes
- Halema’uma’u Crater: Peer into the active crater
- Nahuku Lava Tube: Walk through this ancient lava tube
- Kealakomo Overlook: Scenic coastal views
- Chain of Craters Road: Drive past old lava flows
- Rainbow Falls: Admire this beautiful waterfall
- Akaka Falls: Take a short hike around the perimeter
- Helicopter Tour: Soar over the volcanic landscape and waterfalls (45 minutes)
What's Included
- 45-minute helicopter tour
- Expert live narration
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park admission
- Lunch
- Transportation from Hilo Airport
Important details
- Arrive at the heliport by 2:45 PM for the required 45-minute safety briefing
- Bring a passport or valid government-issued photo ID; your name and birth date must exactly match your identification
- All passengers are weighed at heliport check-in under Federal Aviation Administration requirements
- Passengers over 240 lbs require a second Comfort Seat at an additional 50% of the helicopter fare, not included in the listed price
- Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes for sharp, uneven lava surfaces
- Large or heavy bags are not allowed on the helicopter flight
- No flash photography or selfie sticks are allowed during the helicopter flight
- Persistent volcanic fumes are hazardous; areas with fumes are not suitable for visitors with heart or breathing problems, infants, young children, or pregnant women
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 168 hours (7 days) before the airport meeting time for a full refund. No-shows, including passengers denied boarding for lack of proper government-issued photo ID, are charged in full.
Product ID: MEV2N5
FAQs
Provide each guest’s full name, birth date, and gender, plus weight and height. Your name must exactly match your government-issued photo ID and/or passport for airline check-in.
Bring a passport or valid government-issued photo ID. You must present government-issued photo identification for helicopter check-in.
Yes. If you weigh over 240 pounds, you will be allotted two seats and must pay an additional 50% for the second seat.
