Kauai: Heart of the Island Doors-Off Helicopter Tour
Description
Experience the stunning beauty of Kauai from above on a thrilling Doors-Off helicopter tour. Fly into the heart of the island and witness the ancient volcano of Waialeale, cascading waterfalls, and lush valleys. This unique adventure allows you to feel the wind and enjoy unobstructed views of Kauai’s breathtaking landscapes. Your expert pilot will highlight filming locations from iconic movies like Jurassic Park, ensuring an unforgettable journey through the Garden Island. Suitable for ages 10 and above, this tour offers a fantastic opportunity for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.
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Itinerary
Tour check-in time is 30 minutes in advance of tour time. 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.
Enjoy views of this beautiful waterfall as featured on Fantasy Island.
This shorter Waialeale tour flies you into the very Heart of Kauai to explore the remnants of the ancient volcano of Waialeale (“rippling water”), over eight million years old, that gave birth to this beautiful island. This volcano is one of the wettest spots on earth receiving over 400" of rain every year.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup availability is not guaranteed. Please be ready and at pickup point 10 minutes prior to pickup time.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
- Ages 10+
- Mandatory Comfort Seat: Any passengers weighing over 250 lbs and pairs weighing over a combined 400 lbs are required to purchase an additional, adjacent comfort seat to safely balance out the aircraft.
- For parties of 3-4 passengers, we require 1 passenger to be 150 lbs or less and no taller than 5’10” to accommodate the front middle seat.
- You Cannot Bring: Headwear (Hats, Beanies, etc.), iPads, Bags, Any loose items, selfie stick/GoPro stick, Flip flops/slip on footwear
Reviews(13)
This was at the same time the scariest thing I’ve ever done (and I’ve jumped out of an airplane), and also one of the most thrilling. There is no way to see the Island other than in a helicopter. The pilot explained what we were seeing and also flew so that each side got similar views. The space inside is small enough that it feels very personal and VIP. This company does an excellent job in every aspect from organizing on the ground (they make a strap so you don’t lose your phone or camera) to personally interacting with the pilot. They have it down!
Mahalo Barry! WE really appreciate it and hope to see you again some day!
Great experience. Enjoyed the view.
Mahalo! Hope you can join us again some day. Aloha!
Excellent tour of Kauai. Beautiful waterfalls and gorgeous cliffs. Jack Harter’s staff and operation is very professional and well-run, with priority on safely enjoying your tour. A doors off tour is very exhilarating and is not to be missed!
Mahalo! We really appreciate the review and you for choosing us! Please come again some day and take a second flight! Aloha!
Our doors-off helicopter tour was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience! The pilot was amazing friendly, professional, and incredibly educational throughout the entire flight. He shared so much interesting information while making everyone feel safe and comfortable. The views were absolutely breathtaking and unlike anything we’ve ever seen. Seeing the island from above with the doors off made it even more unforgettable. If you’re considering this adventure, do it you won’t regret it!
Mahalo! And please come again to make it a twice-in-a-lifetime experience! We appreciate you! Aloha!
This tour was fantastic! Our knowledgeable pilot, Arthur gave us interesting information along the way. This company is very well run and organized. It's the only way to see all of the beautiful island of Kauai.
Mahalo for flying with us and taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate you and certainly hope to see you back on our beautiful island again some day!
We started in the morning in glorious sunshine. All staff are very friendly and totally in good spirits! Safety is a top priority and you are always well accompanied. Since our flight was preceded by a longer period of rain, there were waterfalls in many places that are otherwise unobservable. In between we passed small rain showers, which also conjured beautiful rainbows over the landscape. The flight shows you much untouched nature, impressive gorges and breathtaking coastal strips. It was an experience with a lasting impression of what every penny is worth.
Mahalo!
Preston was our pilot and he was fantastic! Our group of 6 adults did this activity - 4 in one helicopter and 2 in the other helicopter with another couple. We felt the cost of this was fitting for the time and experience. You're up in the air for about 60-65 minutes and it goes way quicker than you'd expect. It was just AMAZING! Kauai is beautiful! I was a little nervous as this was my first time in a helicopter - but it was super smooth and just wonderful all around. I would highly recommend this company and doing it with DOORS OFF! It was a bit chillier than we expected, I would recommend pants and light weight jacket/hoodie and you'll be fine.
Mahalo for flying with us! We are so pleased you had a great flight and hope to see you again some day! Aloha!
Amazing ride! Our pilot Arthur was fantastic, telling us about the island! It was windy but he did an amazing job driving the helicopter, and made sure for everyone on the helicopter to experience the amazing views!
Mahalo for flying with us! We are so glad you enjoyed your trip with Arthur. He is a great member of our team. We do hope to see you again some day! Aloha!
Highly suggest the doors off helicopter ride. Chris was awesome and explained all the sites and rotated the helicopter so everyone could get good photos/views. Amazing views!!
Mahalo for flying with us! We are very pleased you had a wonderful trip. We hope to see you again some day. Aloha!
From start to finish, Jack Harter helicopters handled our tour professionally and efficiently. Our pilot, Nick was outstanding! He smoothly took us over the island and was excellent in sharing his knowledge of the island. This was a great tour and I highly recommended the tour and company.
Mahalo John! We appreciate you and hope to see you again someday!
