Air, Helicopter & Balloon Tours in Big Island of Hawaii

Experience Hawaii's most impressive natural wonders by land and by air on this unforgettable Big Island adventure! Soar above a tropical river gorge on an 8-track zipline course that includes one of the longest lines in Hawaii, and fly over Mauna Loa and Kilauea volcanoes on a thrilling helicopter ride. Explore Hawaii's explosive history with a guided trek through Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and enjoy dinner with a glass of wine or wine tasting.

Experience the best of Volcanoes National Park with this adventurous Big Island helicopter tour, where you can easily see lava, steam and cinder cones while circling above the volcano, and then touch down nearby to explore the park's volcanic formations on foot. Throughout the day, expert pilots, guides, and drivers will accompany you to discuss the park's history and legends, as well as the fascinating natural geology that changes by the day. To guarantee a helicopter seat by the window seat, upgrade to the preferred seating option for an unobstructed view.

Look down on the varied landscape of the Big Island from the air on a helicopter tour from Kona. At about one hour and 45 minutes, this flight is longer than typical heli tours and provides the opportunity to be wowed by Hawaii's amazing natural features, from waterfalls to volcanoes to rainforests. Fly along the coast and over Waimanu and Waipio valleys, and spot island industry like macadamia nut orchards. Upgrade to guarantee a window seat.

Soar above the Big Island's volcanic steam vents, rainforests and rugged coastline on an air tour by Cessna Plane. Enjoy almost two hours of flying time as you explore Hawaii's most iconic island, and explore a dynamic landscape of simmering volcanos, crashing surf and lava flows. Take in commentary from your pilot as you bank above Hawaii Volcanos National Park and get extraordinary aerial views of Kilauea and Mauna Loa, then watch for migrating whales as you glide over the coast's beaches, farms and renowned surf breaks. 

Explore the great volcanoes of the Big Island of Hawaii on this 16-hour air and land tour from Oahu. First, take off to the sky, and fly above Hawaii for awesome views of volcanoes, waterfalls, and tropical areas. Then go on a land expedition with recently updated itinerary which includes a visit to Royal Kona Coffee's headquarters, Punalu'u black sand beach, and lunch at the newly renovated Queen's Court Restaurant in the historic Hilo Hawaiian Hotel.

Get views of the Big Island's volcanoes and waterfalls from the air on this 45-minute helicopter flight from Hilo. Fly over rain forest, lava flows, craters, and the Wailuku River. Upgrade to guarantee a window seat for the best views. Multiple departure times are available to suit your schedule.

Watch night fall over the Pacific on a 2-hour sunset air tour of the Big Island, and explore steaming calderas, rainforests and Hawaii's rugged coast. Leave Kona in a Cessna plane and soar above the Hawaii Volcanos National Park; see Kilauea's lava flows glow in the dusky light as you enjoy your pilot's commentary on the island's landmarks and history. Capture unforgettable images through the plane's viewing windows, glide over the coast's beaches and surf breaks then catch the night's first stars as you touch back down in Kona.   

Two of the best ways to explore the Big Island of Hawaii are by air and your own two feet - both of which are possible with this Big Island helicopter tour and hiking adventure. Begin by exploring the island by air on a 1.5-hour flight, where you'll experience the fury of Kilauea Volcano in Volcanoes National Park, and pass over pasture lands, black-sand beaches, and waterfalls that spill toward the coast. You'll next touch down in North Kohala, the home of King Kamehameha, to hike through valleys and lush rainforests that were once inhabited by kings.

Soar over the rugged coastline, active volcanoes and cascading waterfalls of the Big Island on this unforgettable, 3-hour helicopter tour. Listen to expert narration from your pilot while soaking up incredible aerial views of smoking Kilauea Volcano and the magnificent mountains and sea cliffs of the Kohala Coast. Touch down on a lush and remote part of the island that most visitors never get to see, and enjoy your own private slice of paradise before taking to the skies again.

Spend two thrilling hours in the sky above Maui and the Big Island in a comfortable Cessna aircraft, and see Hawaii's incredible volcanoes in a whole new light. Your two pilots conduct a safety briefing and offer narration throughout the flight. Lookout for sparks over Kilauea, which was recently ranked among one of the most active volcanoes in the world. See great views of Waimea Valley's dramatic cliffs over Hilo and admire the waterfalls of the Kohala Coast before getting back on the ground.