Discover Hilo Tour
22,316 Reviews
Departs from Hilo

Tour the most geologically active environment on earth

While acts of nature are not guaranteed, there has been a heightened level of lava activity since December 2024!

The massive eruptions of the world's most active and unpredictable volcano have changed the face of the Big Island in spectacular ways. On the Discover Hilo tour, you'll embark on a breathtaking adventure, seeking out the island's newly formed volcanic landscapes, black-sand beaches, lush rainforest and waterfalls.

Details
50m
Features
Active Lava Flows
Volcano
Cascading Waterfalls
Tour Guide Information
Tour narration by pilots who are State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guides.


Map

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
2650 Kekuanaoa, Hilo, HI 96720


World's Finest Helicopters

The helicopter you fly in has a huge impact on the quality of your air-tour experience, which is why Blue Hawaiian provides the best helicopters in the industry. Compare our state-of-the-art Eco-Star (EC-130) helicopters to others in the industry. Blue Hawaiian EC-130’s offer incomparable passenger comfort and an advanced technological experience.

Airbus EC130 "Eco-Star"
Airbus AS350 "A-Star"

22,316 reviews
Discover Hilo Tour

Great flight with Ryan, he hasn’t ever crashed before, you can trust him!

13 hours ago
Discover Hilo Tour

My first helicopter ride and it was great! Our pilot Ryan was very informative and made the ride very enjoyable.

13 hours ago
Discover Hilo Tour

5/5 stars! Amazing views and very great experience. Highly recommend for people who go appreciate good site seeing, volcanoes, and waterfalls. As well as island scenery. Very comfortable and air conditioned helicopter. Ask for Mike as your pilot!

yesterday
Discover Hilo Tour

Great flight with Ryan, he hasn’t ever crashed before, you can trust him!

13 hours ago
Discover Hilo Tour

My first helicopter ride and it was great! Our pilot Ryan was very informative and made the ride very enjoyable.

13 hours ago
Discover Hilo Tour

5/5 stars! Amazing views and very great experience. Highly recommend for people who go appreciate good site seeing, volcanoes, and waterfalls. As well as island scenery. Very comfortable and air conditioned helicopter. Ask for Mike as your pilot!

yesterday

$439.00per/person, starting from rate

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