Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Discover Hilo Tour - Volcanic Landscapes & Waterfalls
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Reviews
Awesome!
Kara
Great volcano views!
Kara
Overview
Big Island
2 hour(s)
Available Daily
Pick-up not available
Accessible
What to expect
• Duration: Approximately 50 minutes
• Sights: waterfalls, rainforest, volcanic landscapes, black sand beaches
Overview
Schedule
Check-in at Hilo Airport Office
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Embark on an exhilarating helicopter adventure to discover the island's newly created volcanic landscapes, black-sand beaches, verdant rainforests, and cascading waterfalls.
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Important activity information
Important activity information
Restrictions
- This activity is wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Do not go SCUBA diving within 24 hours or SNUBA 12 hours prior to your tour. You may snorkel or swim prior to your tour and there is no risk in SCUBA or SNUBA after your helicopter tour.
- Wheelchair Accessibility: The Front Row Upgrade is NOT wheelchair accessible.
- Wheelchair accessibility: The tour is wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant. Each base has a custom built chair lift to assist passengers into the helicopter safely and comfortably. The chair lifts are only able to access the rear row of seats therefore guests requiring a chair lift to board the helicopter cannot be accommodated in the front row. The chair lifts are able to accommodate passengers up to 250 lbs. However, wheelchairs and portable oxygen tanks will not be allowed on board.
- Combined front row seat weight must be under 470 lbs.
- Front row passengers must occupy their own seats and must be able to refrain from interfering with the pilot and instrumentation. Lap children cannot be accommodated in the front row. In the event of an emergency front row passengers must be able to receive instructions in English and be physically capable of operating exit doors.
- Hats, scarves or bandannas, iPads or tablet computers, purses, bags or camera bags, selfie sticks, and extendable wands are not permitted on the aircraft.
Other requirements
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
- In accordance with FAA regulations, each guest will be weighed upon check-in to ensure proper balance of the aircraft. Misrepresentation of body weight prior to check-in could result in denial of service without refund.
- The additional cost for guests weighing 240 lbs. (108.86 kg) and over is to secure an adjacent seat that will remain empty for the duration of the flight. This is to help properly balance the aircraft and ensure the comfort of all passengers. For each guest weighing more than 240 lbs., an adjacent, empty seat purchase is required.
- You must check-in at least 45 minutes prior to your activity start time.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 6.
Required items to bring & attire
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- Please wear dark clothing to minimize reflections in photos, and dress comfortably, as the aircraft are temperature-controlled.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- If you are driving on your own, you will be required to pay a parking fee.
- All helicopter tours are subject to weather cancellations. While Blue Hawaiian Helicopters makes every effort to notify you as soon as possible for changes, the pilot will make a weather call up to 15 minutes prior to the flight.
- Guests who book Trip Protection will receive a refund for the helicopter portion of their tour only in the event of cancellation, whether by you or the activity provider. The cost of Trip Protection is 100% non-refundable.
Reviews
Awesome!
The Volcano is absolutely stunning, and to see it from the air is a different view completely!
Great volcano views!
They got us on early to get a great view with the clear morning skies! wonderful and safe flight
Great views!
Wonderful island and volcano views from above, they make sure to take you up when sights will be great!
Activity Provider Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Activity Provider
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
- Credit card payment
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- • Parties of 1-7: Any cancellations made after 48 hours prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
• Parties of 8-17: Any cancellations made after 96 hours prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
A doctor’s note is required to cancel within the designated cancellation period.
•The doctor’s note applies only to the person who holds the note.
•If the person with a doctor’s note is a minor, One (1) adult or guardian will be allowed a full refund.
•The doctor’s note must be dated within 48 hours of the activity date.
- • Parties of 1-7: Any changes made after 48 hours prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc.
• Parties of 8-17: Any changes made after 96 hours prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc.
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- This activity is wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 4 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children of all ages can participate in this activity.
- Do not go SCUBA diving within 24 hours or SNUBA 12 hours prior to your tour. You may snorkel or swim prior to your tour and there is no risk in SCUBA or SNUBA after your helicopter tour.
- Wheelchair Accessibility: The Front Row Upgrade is NOT wheelchair accessible.
- Wheelchair accessibility: The tour is wheelchair accessible and ADA compliant. Each base has a custom built chair lift to assist passengers into the helicopter safely and comfortably. The chair lifts are only able to access the rear row of seats therefore guests requiring a chair lift to board the helicopter cannot be accommodated in the front row. The chair lifts are able to accommodate passengers up to 250 lbs. However, wheelchairs and portable oxygen tanks will not be allowed on board.
- Combined front row seat weight must be under 470 lbs.
- Front row passengers must occupy their own seats and must be able to refrain from interfering with the pilot and instrumentation. Lap children cannot be accommodated in the front row. In the event of an emergency front row passengers must be able to receive instructions in English and be physically capable of operating exit doors.
- Hats, scarves or bandannas, iPads or tablet computers, purses, bags or camera bags, selfie sticks, and extendable wands are not permitted on the aircraft.
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- Please wear dark clothing to minimize reflections in photos, and dress comfortably, as the aircraft are temperature-controlled.
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
- In accordance with FAA regulations, each guest will be weighed upon check-in to ensure proper balance of the aircraft. Misrepresentation of body weight prior to check-in could result in denial of service without refund.
- The additional cost for guests weighing 240 lbs. (108.86 kg) and over is to secure an adjacent seat that will remain empty for the duration of the flight. This is to help properly balance the aircraft and ensure the comfort of all passengers. For each guest weighing more than 240 lbs., an adjacent, empty seat purchase is required.
- You must check-in at least 45 minutes prior to your activity start time.
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- If you are driving on your own, you will be required to pay a parking fee.
- All helicopter tours are subject to weather cancellations. While Blue Hawaiian Helicopters makes every effort to notify you as soon as possible for changes, the pilot will make a weather call up to 15 minutes prior to the flight.
- Guests who book Trip Protection will receive a refund for the helicopter portion of their tour only in the event of cancellation, whether by you or the activity provider. The cost of Trip Protection is 100% non-refundable.
- You can book a maximum of 6.