2-Day Hawai’i Experience: Helicopters and Landing

2-Day Experience • Volcano Tour + Helicopter Ride!

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 5/5 from 5450 reviewers

#1 of 271 Outdoor Activities in Kailua-Kona

According to TripAdvisor travelers as of July 2024

Prices:

• $559 - Circle Island and 1 Hour Flight (per person)
• $829 - Circle Island and 2 Hour Flight (per person)

This is what we call the Hawai’i Experience!

Duration:

• Circle Island Tour: 11-12 hours
• Helicopter Tour: 1-2 hours

Activities are spread over two days.

About the Experience:

• Explore a variety of ecosystems and climate zones on the island
• Visit dramatic waterfalls and scenic valleys, including Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and Waipio Valley
• Learn about the island's formation as you explore active craters, steam vents, and lava tubes in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
• This full-day nature tour provides an in-depth look at Hawaii’s youngest and largest island. From desert to rainforest, pasture to dry forest, discover diverse landscapes and 8 out of the 13 climate zones in the world. Explore active volcanoes in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, walk through rainforests to cascading waterfalls, and stroll along black-sand beaches while looking out for green sea turtles.

One Hour Flight:

Departing from Hilo International Airport, experience Kilauea and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park! Witness the massive eruptions of the world’s most active and unpredictable volcano, which have reshaped the Big Island in spectacular ways. On the Circle of Fire helicopter tour, embark on an awe-inspiring adventure, exploring the island’s unique rainforest, newly formed landscapes, and black-sand beaches. Marvel at the raw power of nature unleashed by Madame Pele’s volcanic activity—an unforgettable experience!

Two Hour Flight:

Departing from Waikoloa Helipad, discover the Big Island’s stunning beauty and volcanic activity on this comprehensive helicopter tour. Get an up-close look at the famous Kilauea volcano, continuously erupting since 1983, with views of the impressive landscapes formed by the historic 2018 eruption. From black-sand beaches and Madame Pele’s remarkable volcanic terrains to the lush rainforests of the Hamakua Coast and the winding valleys of the Kohala Mountains, you won’t miss a thing on this incredible Big Island helicopter tour!