3 Helicopter Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 900 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $309Our pick

Fly over Kauai for about 55 minutes with Safari Helicopters, seeing the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon, waterfalls, beaches, and movie-famous scenery. Pilots such as Dali add commentary and humor, while the small cabin and all-window views give you a strong chance at clear photos.

“Great experience! Beautiful views of a unique island. Friendly and professional. Pilot did not do crazy stuff which is ok!”

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2.Lihue: Deluxe Waterfall Safari Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 422 reviews · 1 hour · from $309

Fly from Lihue with a pilot-guide and up to five other passengers on a one-hour Safari Helicopters tour. You’ll see Waimea Canyon, the Na Pali Coast, Waialeale Crater, and Jurassic Falls, with narration, music, and broad views from every seat.

“Best experience ever! we spent 1 hour flying up around the island and I saw the most astonishing wild nature I've ever seen. I almost cried for the beauty of it!! the pilot was an excellent guide as well and explained us so much interesting stuff! amazing”

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3.Helicopter Ride, Desert Safari, Camels & Refreshments

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 24 reviews · 6 hours · from $300Best value

Start with hotel pickup in a 4WD, then spend time at Lahbab’s red dunes with dune bashing, sandboarding, camel riding, falcon viewing, and optional quad biking. Finish with a 12-minute helicopter flight from Palm Jumeirah. Guides such as Safeer and Yacine have earned warm praise for their care and energy.

“Safeer was the best guide, he made our day better! A unique and unforgettable experience!!”

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