KAUAI LUXURY 60-Minute Doors-Off Helicopter ADVENTURE
Description
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.
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Itinerary
Tour check-in time is 45 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.
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.
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.
You will start to get a taste of Kauai's unique geography when flying over Olokele Canyon.
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.
Fly right over the stunning Waipo'o falls, a multi-tier waterfall on the sheer cliffs of Waimea Canyon.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Before heading back to the Lihue airport you will have the opportunity to see one more great landmark, the beautiful Wailua Falls.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(393)
It was incredible! A bit scary at first and them I made myself realize I wasn't going to fall out! Chris was our pilot and headed sure both sides had equal viewing opportunities. The scenery was beyond phenomenal! We spent a full hour on the tour. They warned us to bring a light jacket before arriving so it made the trip comfy! This trip was one of the most memorable highlights of my life!
We had a great doors off helicopter ride with Cassie. She kept everything very level and zero motion sickness issues. We went last year and the pilot was a bit more adventuresome. Cassie is a ex Marine. We did the 60 minutes guided tour of the island. Sure it’s $400 or so a ticket but worth it. Many would call a by her list thing.
Great safe experience. Saw entire island. Little hard to hear the info, but Chrissy was a great pilot.
Really is a must do. Great people and pilot. Thanks Chrissy for the amazing views
Without question, this was one of the most incredible experiences of my life! I chose the doors-off helicopter tour, and if you're even considering it, do it! Flying over Kauai with nothing between you and the breathtaking scenery is absolutely unforgettable. The waterfalls, the Nā Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, and lush valleys are even more spectacular than the pictures. The entire Jack Harter team was professional, organized, and made me feel safe from the moment I arrived. The pilot was knowledgeable, engaging, and made sure everyone had an amazing view throughout the flight. I've traveled to many beautiful places, and this experience is at the very top of my list. It gave me a perspective of Kauai that simply isn't possible from the ground. If you're visiting Kauai and can only splurge on one excursion, make it this one. Every penny was worth it, and I'd do it again in a heartbeat!
Doors Off is highly recommended! 🤩
This was the most incredible and beautiful experience! Everyone from the moment we arrived was amazing! Highly, highly recommend!
One of the most amazing things we have ever done. Freddie greeted us and has boundless energy and excitement for Kauai and his job. Nick was a wonderful pilot and tour guide. This is a MUST DO!!! Great experience from booking, to arriving, personally placed in the helicopter and the views are BREATHTAKING. Truly a one-of-a-kind experience!
Mahalo for choosing Jack Harter Helicopters! We greatly appreciate you and hope to see you again someday!
We went out with Nicky for a 2pm doors off flight. You check in at the office m, get weighed, and hand over your car keys (nothing in your pockets). They do not have lockers so all your stuff needs to stay in your car. You can wear sun glasses. They’ll zip tie a wrist strap to your phone as well, although it was challenging at times to take pictures with it. The doors off flight is for sure the way to go, although a bit unnerving when you first take off. I did not get motion sickness at all. Nicky was very informative and fun. We had a great time.
Mahalo for choosing to fly with Jack Harter Helicopters! We appreciate you and hope to see you again someday!
This was a “ dream experience” for my husband’s birthday when we visited Kauai on a Hawaiian island cruise. Class act, with on -time pickup at the port & transportation to & from the heliport. Don’t bring stuff, as you have to check everything, even chapstick, and pull hair into a tie. Our pilot was Chrissy. Phenomenal skills & explained all that we were seeing. Our hour was safe and had memorable views. Allow 3 hours from pickup to drop off. Best experience of our trip!
Mahalo! We certainly appreciate your thorough review and you for choosing Jack Harter Helicopters! Please visit us again soon!
