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Mauna Loa Helicopters – Private Waterfall Experience

Fly privately over some of the Big Island's lushest scenery, with remote waterfalls, green valleys and rugged landscapes passing beneath the helicopter.

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About Mauna Loa Helicopters - Private Waterfall Experience

Mauna Loa Helicopters 60-75 minutes

Explore the Kohala Coast from above on a private helicopter charter reserved for up to four passengers. The flight heads toward Kohala's deep green valleys, where waterfalls drop down steep, rainforest-covered cliffs and remote stretches of coastline appear far below.

As you continue along the coast, you’ll see a mix of black-sand and white-sand beaches along with historic Hawaiian sites, including ancient village areas, heiau and traditional fishponds. Large cabin windows give everyone a clear view of the waterfalls, valleys and shoreline throughout the flight.

Tour Highlights

  • Private helicopter charter for up to four passengers
  • Fly over waterfalls and rainforest valleys along the Kohala Coast
  • See remote black-sand and white-sand beaches
  • View ancient Hawaiian village areas, heiau and fishponds from above
  • Wide aerial views through large cabin windows

Please note: This tour is a doors-on flight. Doors off may be requested for an additional fee.

Before you go

Special Instructions

Meeting details, important notes and helpful information for your experience.

Where & When

Tour times: 9:30 am, 11:00 am, 1:30 pm & 3:15 pm
Check in 40 minutes prior to your flight time at the Kona International Airport, 73-310 U'u St., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
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Free parking available on site.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 7 years old
12 years and older can fly with the doors off.
All minors under 18 years old must be accompanied by and adult.
Weight restrictions: 285 lbs (129 kg) per person and group total cannot exceed 700 lbs (317 kg). Weights are taken at check-in. If weight exceeds limits, a $200 refueling fee will apply.
For doors off flights: No loose items on the flight. All items must be secured to you at all times.
Cancellations or delays to the flight are at the pilot's discretion for safety reasons. If the pilot cancels the flight prior to take off, rescheduling will take place or full refunds will be issued.

Special Notes

Do any of the following medical conditions apply to someone in your group? If so, please either notate medical condition next to passenger name when making your reservation or give us a call to place your reservation over the phone.
Asthma or wheezing
Fainting, seizures or blackouts
Brain, spinal cord or nervous disorders
Heart disease of any kind
Chest surgery
Recurrent bronchitis or persistent chest complaint
Tuberculosis or other long-term lung diseases
Chronic sinus condition
Breathlessness

Operation Days

Daily

Duration

60-75 minutes

Capacity

Max. 4 passengers

Equipment

Robinson R66 helicopter

Vendor

This activity is operated by Mauna Loa Helicopters.

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