60-Minute Doors-Off MD500 KAUAI HELICOPTER ADVENTURE

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About this activity

Experience the thrill of a lifetime with our Doors-Off helicopter tour over breathtaking Kauai. On this exhilarating adventure, our knowledgeable and skilled pilots share insightful commentary as you feel the wind and get unobstructed views of the island's iconic landmarks.

We fly a FULL 60-65 minute tour. You won’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.

Safety is our top priority, and our Doors-Off helicopter tours adhere to the highest industry standards. We fly a MD500E aircraft, one of the safest and best helicopter makes in the world, from our specially designed helicopter with the doors removed and pilot controls on the left hand side.

Please know we fly a full tour with all seats sold. Maximum of 4 passengers per helicopter. Ages 10 and older. Weight restrictions apply.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 4 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Jack Harter Helicopters - Tours

Ages: Youth (10–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Transportation to and from the heliport
Included: 60-Minute Doors-Off MD500 Helicopter Tour
Included: Maximum of 4 passengers per helicopter for an intimate experience
Included: Pilot guide shares expert commentary on scenic views during the flight
Included: Wrist straps for mobile phones available to borrow

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Over weight limit: Weight limit of 250 lbs per individual or 400 lbs combined per pair. Over the limit requires the purchase of a Comfort Seat.
Not included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Lihue

45 min

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.
Stop 2

Passing by

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.
Manawaiopuna Falls (Jurassic Park Falls)

Passing by

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.
Stop 4

Passing by

You will start to get a taste of Kauai's unique geography when flying over Olokele Canyon.
Waimea Canyon State Park

Passing by

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.
Waipo’o Falls

Passing by

Fly right over the stunning Waipo'o falls, a multi-tier waterfall on the sheer cliffs of Waimea Canyon.
Na Pali Coast State Wilderness Park

Passing by

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, through remote lush valleys, and still have enough time to fly out and get a wide perspective of the entire coastline.
Stop 8

Passing by

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.
Ke'e Beach

Passing by

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 onboard can get one last view of the Na Pali Coast.
Tunnels Beach

Passing by

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.
Hanalei Bay

Passing by

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.
Mt. Waialeale

Passing by

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 its many waterfalls. The crater sees more than 450 inches of rainfall per year making it one of the wettest spots on Earth.
Wailua Falls

Passing by

Before heading back to the Lihue airport, you will have the opportunity to see one more great landmark, the beautiful Wailua Falls.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Our office is located on Ahukini Rd between Walmart and the intersection to Lihue Airport. Look for a white sign with our company name and logo near an American flag. Pull in our driveway and please park to the left of our office.

End point

Our office is located on Ahukini Rd between Walmart and the intersection to Lihue Airport. Look for a white sign with our company name and logo near an American flag. Pull in our driveway and please park to the left of our office.

Pickup points

Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club
The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

Pickup availability is not guaranteed. Please be ready and at pickup point 10 minutes prior to pickup time.

Using your ticket

Lead Traveler must present government-issued ID upon check-in.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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.
PROHIBITED ITEMS: Headwear of any kind (hats, beanies, scarfs, etc), iPads, bags, pocket items or loose items, selfie/GoPro stick, magnetic Gimbals, unsecured footwear (flip flops/slides, etc)
A handheld camera or phone secured with a neck or wrist strap is allowed