Tour review
Is This Kauai Helicopter Tour Right for You?
Choose this when you want the open-air experience at a lower starting price than the full-hour luxury option. The tradeoff is a shorter flight, a six-passenger cabin, and especially strict phone and seating rules.
Experience overview
Kauai Helicopter Tour Highlights
Doors-off views with safety goggles provided
A focused 45 to 50-minute route
Mount Waialeale, Waimea Canyon, Manawaiopuna Falls, and the Na Pali Coast
A local pilot and required fees included in the listing
Sightseeing route
Kauai Helicopter Flight Route
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Depart from the Air Kauai check-in point near Lihue Airport
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Fly toward Mount Waialeale and the island's interior waterfalls
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Cross Waimea Canyon and Hanapepe Valley
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Follow the Na Pali Coast and pass Manawaiopuna Falls before returning
Flight routes and departure times can change with weather, air traffic, visibility, and operating conditions.
Booking details
What Is Included in the Tour?
✓ Included
- 45 to 50-minute shared doors-off flight
- Safety goggles
- Pilot commentary and required fees
× Not included
- Hotel pickup
- Private aircraft use
- Unapproved cameras or loose personal items
Getting there
Meeting Point and Check-In
Terminal
3651 Ahukini Rd, Lihue, HI 96766. Follow the Air Kauai directions supplied with the booking.
Arrival plan
Arrive at the time shown on the voucher for weighing, seat assignment, equipment fitting, and a detailed open-door safety briefing.
Before you book
Passenger Rules and Requirements
01The minimum age is 10, and guests must be at least 16 for an outside edge seat
The minimum age is 10, and guests must be at least 16 for an outside edge seat.
02The listing uses individual, pair, and group weight rules
The listing uses individual, pair, and group weight rules. An additional seat can be required from 230 lb, and it is required above 250 lb.
03Only one secured phone is allowed per traveler
Only one secured phone is allowed per traveler. Bags, hats, sunglasses, and other loose cameras are not permitted in the aircraft.
04Secure footwear is required and long hair must be tied back
Secure footwear is required and long hair must be tied back.