Kohala Coast Helicopter Tour Over Waipi'o Valley

Explore the Big Island’s northern coast on a shared helicopter flight, looking down on steep sea cliffs, winding valleys, and lush rainforest. Fly without a stop on the ground, or extend the experience with an option that includes a landing at Laupāhoehoe Nui.

Itinerary

1. Start at Waikoloa Heliport, 68-690 Waikoloa Rd, Waikoloa Village. Departures are at 14:00, 15:05, or 16:10 for the Kohala Coast Adventure options, and 14:00 or 15:05 for the Kohala Coast Adventure with Landing options.
2. Explore Waipio Valley, Waikoloa, and the Kohala Mountains from the air on a 50-minute guided helicopter tour. The Kohala Coast Adventure with Landing options add a landing at Laupāhoehoe Nui and extend the tour to 1 hour 10 minutes.
3. Return to Waikoloa Heliport. The Kohala Coast Adventure options return at 14:50, 15:55, or 17:00, corresponding to your departure time. The Kohala Coast Adventure with Landing options return at 15:10 or 16:15, respectively.

What's Included

• Helicopter flight
• English-language narration by pilots who are State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guides

Important details

• Children aged 2–17 require an accompanying paying adult. Ages 2+ are charged the adult rate.
• Children aged 0–1 can join General Passenger options and First Class with Landing free without occupying a separate seat. Lap children cannot sit in the front row.
• Front-row seating requires individual weights under 240 lbs and a combined weight under 470 lbs. A comfort seat is required for anyone weighing over 240 lbs.
• First Class options require boarding the helicopter without assistance.
• Front-row seating requires understanding emergency instructions in English and being physically capable of operating the exit doors.
• The activity is wheelchair-accessible, but the chair lift reaches only the rear row. Front-row seating is unavailable if you need the chair lift to board.
• In the front row, occupy your own seat and avoid interfering with the pilot or instruments.
• Arrive 45 minutes before departure. Late arrivals and no-shows are not refunded.