Volcano Helicopter Tour & Lava Tube Walk in Hilo

Volcano Adventure Tour from Hilo with Helicopter

Helicopter fare included

Discover the source of the creation of the Hawaiian Islands at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park! Explore cascading waterfalls, craters and more on this comprehensive volcano adventure tour. Gaze at massive active volcano, Mauna Loa that erupted in 2023 and peer into the depths of Kilauea’s Halema’uma’u Crater which has remarkably doubled in size after the 2018 eruption.

Watch steam clouds form as ground water seeps onto hot volcanic rock at the famous Steam Vents and stroll through ancient lava tube Nahuku (formerly known as Thurston Lava Tube). Gaze at sweeping coastal views at Kealakomo Overlook where older lava flows melted into the ocean and take a leisurely drive down scenic Chain of Craters Road. Enjoy an included “to go” lunch in the park. Take a leisurely hike around the perimeter of Akaka Falls.

We’ll take you to the heliport near Hilo Airport at 2:45 PM for the required 45 minute safety briefing. Your 45 minute helicopter flight is scheduled for 3:30 PM with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters. After your helicopter flight, please make your way to the Hilo Airport for your return flight to Oahu.

Tour Highlights:

• Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
• Kilauea / Halema’uma’u Crater
• Mauna Loa
• Steam Vents
• Nahuku Lava Tube
• Kealakomo Overlook
• Chain of Craters Road
• Rainbow Falls
• Akaka Falls
• Circle of Fire Helicopter Tour (45 minutes)

Times Depart: 7:30 AM Return: 6:00 PM

Price Includes

• 45 Minute Helicopter Tour
• Expert, Live Narration
• Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
• Pick-up and Drop-off at the Hilo Airport
• Lunch

Important Flight Information:

To meet aviation security requirements, guest’s name, birth date and gender is required when booking reservations along with weight and height for the helicopter tour. Names must exactly match the name and birth date on government-issued photo ID and/or passport for airline check-in. Passengers must clear TSA at the Honolulu Airport, so please bring a passport or valid government-issued photo ID.

Helicopter Terms & Conditions:

All passengers will be weighed during check-in at the heliport, in compliance with FAA requirements which ensures the accurate aircraft weight and balance. Passengers over 240 pounds will be allotted two seats and will be responsible for the additional cost of 50% for a second seat. Guests are advised to not bring large or heavy bags on the flight. For best picture-taking and views during the helicopter ride, wear darker colors to reduce window reflection.

Cancellation Policy:

168 HOURS (7 DAYS) NOTICE OF CANCELLATION, prior to airport meeting time for 1 Day tours is required for a full refund; no-shows will incur a full charge. Fees assessed by the airline for name or date changes and any overage fees will be the responsibility of the guest. Refunds or partial refunds for tours, activities, flights, or venues that are cancelled due to reasons outside of our control (weather, force majeure, etc.) as well as refunds for extenuating circumstances will not be honored.

In the event the helicopter tour must be cancelled for any reason, guests will be refunded for the helicopter tour and welcomed on an extended sightseeing land tour which includes a drive through Hilo town and a stop at Rainbow Falls. If guests wish to return to Honolulu earlier than their scheduled flight and/or decide not to continue on the land tour, a refund of helicopter portion (only) will be provided and additional taxi, airline change fees, or other other expenses will be the responsibility of the guest.