KAUAI LUXURY 60-Minute Doors-Off Helicopter ADVENTURE

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Experience the thrill of a lifetime with our doors-off helicopter tour over breathtaking Kauai. On this exhilarating adventure, you will feel the wind in your hair and get unobstructed views from our specially designed helicopter with the doors removed and pilot controls on the left hand side.

Our knowledgeable and skilled pilots guide you through the island’s iconic landmarks, sharing insightful commentary along the way.
Safety is our top priority, and our doors-off helicopter tours adhere to the highest industry standards.

We fly a FULL 60-65 minute tour. You don’t want to settle for any less than 60 minutes, as this allows our pilots to take their time at each viewpoint and rotate the helicopter so all passengers have a great view regardless of seating arrangements.

We fly a MD500E aircraft, one of the safest and best helicopter makes in the world. Please know we fly a full tour with all seats sold. Maximum of 4 passengers per helicopter. Weight restrictions apply.

What's Included

  • Transportation to and from the heliport
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Wrist straps for mobile phones
  • Gratuities
  • Weight limit of 250 lbs per individual or 400 lbs per couple. Over the limit requires the purchase of a Comfort Seat.
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Meeting and Pickup

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Ahukini Road
Lihue, HI 96766, USA

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What To Expect

Lihue

After checking in at our office and verifying weights you will be given a thorough safety briefing. You will then be transported to our hangar where you will board the aircraft and meet your pilot.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nawiliwili Harbor (Pass By)

After taking off, your first scenic landmarks will be the Nawiliwili Harbor and historic Menehune Fishpond. This is a great time to test out the two way communication and chat with your pilot and introduce yourself.
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Manawaiopuna Falls (Jurassic Park Falls) (Pass By)

After soaring over the Tunnel of Trees in Poipu you will make your way inland and leave all signs of civilization behind you. You will make your way up Hanapepe Valley towards Manawaiopuna Falls, made famous in the opening scene of Jurassic Park.
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Olokele Canyon (Pass By)

You will start to get a taste of Kauai's unique geography when flying over Olokele Canyon.
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Waimea Canyon State Park (Pass By)

Known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, you will experience the best perspective of Kauai's famous canyon and it's array of beautiful colors that make up its soil and vegetation.
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Waipo’o Falls (Pass By)

Fly right over the stunning Waipo'o falls, a multi-tier waterfall on the sheer cliffs of Waimea Canyon.
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Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park (Pass By)

Some would call it the star of the show, the famous Na Pali Coast! Jaw-dropping beauty that will make you want to come back again and again. On our FULL hour tour you will get more time on the coastline than any of our competitors. Our pilots will be able to take you up close and personal with the stunning cathedrals of Kalalau, though remote lush valleys, and still have enough time to fly out and get a wide perspective of the entire coastline.
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Nualolo Kai Beach (Pass By)

A stunning valley, ridge and beach along Na Pali coast that's almost always missed on the shorter 45 min tours of our competitors. Your pilot will fly you up close to these epic cliffs for a chance to spot wild goats roaming about.
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Ke'e Beach (Pass By)

Get a view of the beautiful Ke'e beach, or as locals call it "the end of the road". This is the start to the Na Pali Coast Trail. It is also where your pilot will turn the helicopter so everyone on board can get one last view of the Na Pali Coast.
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Tunnels Beach (Pass By)

Get an incredible perspective of Tunnels Reef from the air. You'll realize why this reef is some of the best snorkeling/scuba diving in the world.
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Hanalei Bay (Pass By)

As you fly down the coast of Kauai's North shore you will see many beaches including popular Hanalei Bay. You will fly up towards the stunning mountains above the sleepy little town that often have many waterfalls, especially after a little rain.
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Mt. Waialeale (Pass By)

After leaving the North Shore you will fly towards the center of the island to Mt Waialeale, Kauai's dormant shield volcano. It's epic crater is known as the Weeping Wall thanks to it's many waterfalls. The crater sees more than 450 inches of rainfall a year making it one of the wettest spots on Earth.
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Wailua Falls (Pass By)

Before heading back to the Lihue airport you will have the opportunity to see one more great landmark, the beautiful Wailua Falls.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the KAUAI LUXURY 60-Minute Doors-Off Helicopter ADVENTURE?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the KAUAI LUXURY 60-Minute Doors-Off Helicopter ADVENTURE?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).
  • This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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The following is included:
  • Transportation to and from the heliport.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Wrist straps for mobile phones.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Weight limit of 250 lbs per individual or 400 lbs per couple. Over the limit requires the purchase of a Comfort Seat.
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This activity requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Accessibility information for the KAUAI LUXURY 60-Minute Doors-Off Helicopter ADVENTURE is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for KAUAI LUXURY 60-Minute Doors-Off Helicopter ADVENTURE will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Wrist straps for mobile phones
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  • Weight limit of 250 lbs per individual or 400 lbs per couple. Over the limit requires the purchase of a Comfort Seat.

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