Kohala Hamakua Coast Helicopter
Fly high over spectacular vistas!
Witness the awesome beauty of the Kohala Mountains with sweeping views of the South Kohala Resort coastline. Climb past Waimea over the sprawling pasture lands of the Kahua and Ponoholo Ranches in route to the lush tropical rainforest of Hamakua. Explore the steep ocean cliffs and hidden valleys of Waimanu, Pololu, and Waipio, alive with dozens of roaring waterfalls.
See lush forests and spectacular waterfalls
Multiple start times Mon-Sat
Approx. 1 hour and 45-minute tour
Depart from the Hapuna Heliport in Kamuela, HI
Come fly with us over stunning vistas with oceanside cliffs, winding mountain trails, jungle-covered canyons and rolling green hills as far as the eye can see. If it feels like you’re on another planet, you’re in the right place. Located just north of Hilo on the northeastern side of Hawai’i, the Hamakua Coast is one of the most beautiful stretches of scenery on the island. With nearly 84 inches of rainfall a year, the region boasts lush tropical rainforests and tranquil green valleys. You will see the waterfalls Hawai’i is famous for! Looking at their cascading beauty, you will understand why they’re called wailele (leaping waters).
All along the way you will enjoy live narration by your expert pilot pointing out the sights during your tour. And, you can choose to purchase a narrated video of your flight!
Kohala
WhisperStar - Open SeatingSeating is determined based on weight & balance for all passengers. Maximum body weight per individual is 290 lbs. | $324.00 |
Whisper Star - First Class SeatingGuaranteed Front Seats Next to Pilot. Maximum combined weight for two passengers on WHISPER First Class is 490 lbs. Passengers weighing 290 lbs. or more will require to purchase a comfort seat. | $399.00 |
There are NO cancellations on neighbor-island day trips. There are fees for changing 72-hours after booking the tour.
If the helicopter tour must be canceled by the company for any reason, guests will be refunded for the helicopter tour and welcomed on an extended sightseeing land tour.
Guests may opt for an early return and receive a refund for the helicopter tour portion. All other costs/change fees will be the responsibility of the guest(s).
Witness the awesome beauty of the Kohala Mountains with panoramic views of the coastline. Climb past Waimea over the sweeping pasture lands of the Kahua and Ponoholo Ranches and fly over the lush tropical rainforest of Hamakua. Marvel at the steep ocean cliffs and hidden valleys of Waimanu, Pololu and Waipio, alive with dozens of roaring waterfalls.
The Hamakua Coast includes two of the island’s most famous waterfalls—the 442-foot-high Akaka Falls and the 100-foot-tall Kahuna Falls. You’ll fly over triple-tiered Umauma Falls too! The three levels which Umauma Falls flows down resemble great lava stone steps with recesses that create tranquil little pools surrounded by tropical plants and trees.
All along the way you will enjoy live narration by your expert pilot pointing out the sights during your tour. And, you can choose to purchase a narrated video of your flight! Learn about the history of this area from the early days of the 19th and 20th centuries, the Hamakua Coast was covered with sugar cane. Today, communities can still be found where small farmers grow kalo (taro), hearts of palm, vegetables and tropical fruit.