KAUAI
Ranked by traveller popularity
The 10 most popular helicopter tours in Kauai. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
See Kauai from a Eurocopter Eco-Star with Bose headsets and two-way pilot radio. Na Pali, Waimea, Wai‘ale‘ale, and Jurassic Park Falls.
“This was an amazing tour. Isiah, the pilot, was extremely knowledgeable of the area and answered all of our questions. I recommend this as a must do in Kauai!”
Kauai doors-off Hughes 500 flight over Na Pali, Waimea Canyon, and Jurassic Park falls. Small group, open-air thrills, window seats.
“A great way to see the island in one go, especially the Na Pali coast. Our pilot, Philippe, was did a great job. Only caveat would be for those susceptible to motion sickness. But it’s only an hour, which beats four hours on a boat. Totally worth it.”
Private doors-off helicopter over Kauai’s Na Pali, Waimea Canyon, Jurassic Park Falls, and more, with guaranteed window seats and big views.
“Such an amazing experience. Kauai is absolutely breathtaking. It was a perfect excursion--we loved having the doors off to see as much as possible. Also loved having lanyards to keep our phones safe. Make sure to wear a jacket and maybe even gloves, because it does get cold up there!”
A small-group 55-minute helicopter safari over Kauai’s Na Pali cliffs, Waimea Canyon, and waterfalls, with pilot commentary and big views.
“The ride was super amazing so glad we did it. We wished our pilot would have narrated a bit more, but overall I recommend this ride.”
Doors-off Hughes 500 helicopter flight over Kauai for up to 4 people. See Jurassic Falls, Waimea Canyon, Na Pali Coast and Waialeale.
“Best experience of your entire trip !!! The views are just breathtaking”
Kauai doors-off helicopter with a 6-seat cabin, doorless views, rainforest, canyon, Na Pali Coast, and Jurassic Park waterfalls.
“Thrilling and enjoyable . Everything was provided, ( jacket, goggles, a lanyard tor you to use for your phone ) . The pilot made sure we were comfortable and safe. Pilot was very professional and knowledgeable”
Take a small-group helicopter to Olokele Canyon with a rare land-and-explore stop, then fly Napali, Waimea, and Mt. Waialeale.
“The whole excursion was wonderful. Seen such beautiful things. It was amazing to see the water falls.”
Private doors-off Kauai helicopter tour with all-window seats. See Jurassic Park Falls, Waimea Canyon, Na Pali cliffs, and waterfalls.
“We had an amazing experience! Our pilot Nate, was great! We feel so grateful to have had this opportunity to see Hawaii from a helicopter and the doors off experience made it even more memorable. We highly recommend this experience.”
60-minute doors-off helicopter tour over Kauai’s top sights, with headset narration, phone wrist straps, and hotel pickup for $399.
“These were the most amazing views ever! Doors off made it amazing The beauty and scenery took our breath away. The pilot did a great job of turning right and left so we could all see the views. And gave us a great narrative of everything.”
Doors-ON helicopter tour over Kauai covers Waimea Canyon, Na Pali Coast, and Hanapepe Valley with standout aerial views in about 45 minutes.
“Amazing!! Great views, pilot was great, my family absolutely loved it. I wish it wasn't another $60 to get our photos and video but still worth it!”
