Big Island Spectacular: Volcanoes, Rainforests & Private Landing
The Ultimate Big Island Helicopter Tour
The Big Island Spectacular with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters is the most comprehensive and dramatic aerial tour on the island. Departing from Waikoloa, this 1-hour 45-minute journey takes you across the Big Island's most awe-inspiring terrain, from volcanic badlands to emerald valleys, culminating in a private landing at a 1200-foot waterfall.
Witness Kīlauea and Hawaii's Volcanic Landscape
Begin your flight soaring over the otherworldly terrain of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Circle the legendary Kīlauea volcano, one of the world’s most active, and explore the transformation left by its 2018 eruption. You’ll witness massive lava fields, steam vents, craters, and the dramatic contrast between new and ancient land.
Explore the Hamakua Coast and Kohala Mountains
Next, trace the lush Hamakua Coast, where green cliffs meet the ocean and waterfalls spill from mountaintops into rainforest valleys. Glide into the remote Waipi‘o and Waimanu Valleys of the Kohala Mountains, carved deep into the island’s rugged north.
Exclusive Landing at Lapahoehoe Nui
A Blue Hawaiian exclusive: this tour includes a private landing at Lapahoehoe Nui, an isolated gem along the Kohala Coast. Step out for 20–25 minutes at the base of a 1,200-foot waterfall to capture one-of-a-kind photos and soak in Hawaii as it once was—untouched, raw, and peaceful.
The Most Complete Helicopter Tour of Hawaii
The Big Island Spectacular is ideal for travelers who want it all—volcanoes, beaches, waterfalls, history, and adventure. With narration by a certified State of Hawaii Tour Guide, you won’t miss a detail as you uncover the island's dynamic story from above.
Tour Highlights:
1 hour 45 minute helicopter tour from Waikoloa
Kīlauea Volcano and lava flows
Volcanic badlands and black sand beaches
Waterfalls along the Hamakua Coast
Waipi‘o and Waimanu Valleys
Private landing at Lapahoehoe Nui (optional upgrade)
Expert narration and state-of-the-art Eco-Star helicopter
Book your seat on the Big Island Spectacular helicopter tour and experience the unmatched beauty and power of Hawaii from the sky.