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Kauai Helicopter AdventuresKauai is the oldest in the main chain of the Hawaiian Islands and it's the lushest, and the greenest of all the islands. The central part of the island is the wettest spot in the world, so there are an incredible number of waterfalls within the interior. Most of the island, including the center, is inaccessible except by helicopter. So a helicopter ride is one of the best ways to view the spectacular scenery of Kauai! Most
flights leave from the Lihue airport but one operator leaves from the north shore in Princeville, and 2
operators leave from the southwest shore.
There are as many helicopter companies as boat companies, so we won’t go into all of them. Most
have trips which visit the Waialeale crater (the wettest spot in the
world), the Na Pali
Coast, Waimea Canyon, the Hanalei mountains and Hanalei Valley. Below
are a few of the outstanding trips available to the Kauai visitor. Most
operators are based at the Lihue airport and have 6 passenger helicopters. One company has invested in the Bose sound system,
and has enlarged the windows for the best viewing no matter where you
sit. The back windows
bubble out so you can lean out and see even better! They also have a 2
way intercom so you can ask questions. This
company has a perfect safety record, they play incredible music, give a
wonderful narrative about what your seeing, a bit of history, and best
of all, know when not to say anything. They are very professional and do
a great job! They offer a 1 hour flight. Leaving
from the west side is a 4 passenger helicopter, so everyone gets a
window seat!! And they fly
with NO DOORS!! It's great! They offer 3 tours,
a 30 minute, 1 hour, and a 2 hour flight.
Everyone who does the 30 minute wishes they did the hour.
The hour covers all the highlights listed above.
And the 2 hour flight, is the full hour around the island, then
the second hour, you land at a waterfall that is inaccessible except by
helicopter. You can swim in
the pool at the waterfall, bring a bottle of champagne if you want!!!
No other company has a permit to land like they do.
Most companies offer a 1 hour flight, and some offer 45 minute or 90 minute tours as well. A few will even give you a free video of the highlights. Flights are daily, from around 8:00am to 5:00pm. Fill out our online form or give us a call and let us know what your needs are! Home Lodging Boating Kayak Other Adventures Specials Email
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