Paradise Helicopters - Doors Off Lava & Rainforest Adventure This Big Island Helicopter Tour is currently unavailable for booking on our site. Please visit our Big Island Helicopter Tours page for
other available tours. Paradise Helicopters’ Doors Off Experience gives you the chance to enjoy volcanic activity first hand, from a helicopter….with no doors! This Big Island Helicopter Tour is a unique and exciting way to spend your Hawaiian vacation. This Big Island Tour gives you the chance to hear and feel the wind rushing by your face as you look out the huge opening. The Doors Off Experience is not for the faint of heart but is perfect for the adventure seeker! When you book your Paradise Helicopters Hawaii Activities through Big Island Activities Discount, you’re sure to save both time and money. This Big Island Helicopter Tour includes: No Doors In The Way
Narration By Pilots Who Will Answer Your Questions
Two-way Communication that Allows You To Speak Directly With Your Pilot
See lush jungles, volcanoes, and the waterfalls above Hilo town
The thrill of an open cockpit When you’re booking your Big Island Activities, Hawaii Activities, and Big Island Tours through Big Island Activities Discount, be sure to ask about Paradise Helicopters’ Doors Off Experience Big Island Helicopter Tour!
Tour Highlights:
- 45-minute helicopter tour adventure
- Fly over Kilauea, the most active volcano on earth and see its current activity
- See Hilo and the surrounding rainforests and waterfalls
- Plenty of great photo opportunities
- Fully-narrated helicopter tour
- Two-way communication allowing you to speak directly with your pilot
Tour Upgrades and Additional Information: -
Extra Seat Charge: For guests weighing over 269 lbs (122 kg) an
Extra Seat Charge is required. If you did not select the Extra
Seat Charge and weigh over 269 lbs (122 kg) at check-in you will
still be charged directly by Paradise Helicopters before the
flight
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- Where and When:
- Morning: departing between 8:30 am & 10:30 am
Mid-day: departing between 11:30 am & 1:30 pm
Afternoon: departing between 2:30 pm & 4:30 pm
The exact departure time for your preferred time frame will be specified on your voucher. Departs from Hilo International Airport
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- Requirements:
- Warm clothing recommended as flight is cool and windy.
All cameras including cell phones must have straps.
No hats permitted on flight.
Closed-toe shoes required.
- Restrictions:
- Each child (13 and under) must be accompanied by an adult. Children will not be seated next to an open door.
No children under the age of 8 years.
Passengers need to bring a government issued photo ID. International passengers will need their passport.
Passengers weighing over 269 lbs (122 kg) will be assessed an Extra Seat Charge. Passengers paying the Extra Seat Charge will be guaranteed a window seat and an empty seat next to them.
- Special Notes:
- Only 2 window seat upgrades available per flight.
- Operation Days:
- Daily
- Duration:
- Approx. 55-60 minutes
- Vendor:
- Paradise Helicopters
- Island:
- Capacity:
- Equipment:
- Hughes MD500 Helicopter
Paradise Helicopters has been a leader in helicopter safety since their founding in 1997. They actively work to identify and mitigate risk and use best practices for all operations. This includes using FAA-approved seat belts with quick releases on their flights as well as conducting specific passenger safety training prior to each flight. In the past five years, Paradise Helicopters established a robust Safety Management System and has completed the International Business Aviation Councils Stage 2 certification. In 2016, Paradise became the first air-tour company in the world to be certified by Helicopter Association Internationals Accreditation Program of Safety (HAI-APS) for Air Tour Operations.
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