Reviews

Trip Date: June 13, 2018 Travellers: 21 years to 52 years We booked our Blue Hawaiian helicopter tour of Kaua’i well in advance of our trip (months) to ensure that we got a spot. We chose Blue Hawaiian based on family recommendations and Trip Advisor reviews. There is no doubt it is a costly excursion as there were four of us @ $200 each US ($260 Cdn at the time we travelled) and we weren’t sure we wanted to spend that much. However, after going, we agreed we would do it again in a heartbeat. There is so much of Kaua’i that you cannot see/get to other than by boat or helicopter and it is a visual experience like no other. Two of us were concerned about the possibility of motion sickness, and we took Dramamine just in case. We didn’t need to be concerned at all. We could not believe how smooth the ride was – it was slow - not what you imagine from watching reruns of M*A*S*H! Neither of us had any issues whatsoever (driving some of the roads can be way worse than the motion of the helicopter). We booked on the EcoStar because everyone gets their own seat (versus bench seating that is available in other helicopters). We were concerned about getting ‘window’ seats but again, that concern was unfounded. The viewing area from this helicopter is extremely large and the seats are based on your weight so that they can balance the helicopter – it’s that plain and simple. In addition to the enormous windows, the pilot does a 360 degree sweep of all of the key sights so that everyone gets a view. Everyone has a comfortable head set and a small microphone that allows them to speak with the pilot and ask questions. Our pilot, Brody, was amazing. He is native to the island and had a wealth of information to share with us. He was also very engaging and funny. His love of the islands was very evident. We purchased the video of our ride for $40 (US) and again, are happy that we did. You can take stills off the video and all of the chatting you do with the pilot is captured. There are cameras inside and outside to record the trip and we look forward to watching it when we get home. Having said that, it is easy to capture photos during the trip as the ride is so smooth although you will get reflection and distortion at times from the bubble shape of the windows (which is why we went for the video). You don’t have to worry if you wake up to clouds the morning of your ride (we booked the 1:00 p.m. flight as it is often cloudy in the morning with clearing in the late morning/early afternoon). There are so many micro climates on the island, and the tour takes you around the entire island – so no matter what you wake up to, you will likely experience cloud, sun, and rain on your tour (our tour was 50 – 55 minutes in length).

my wife and i had a pilot by the name of brody. excellent pilot with his skills and knowledge. equally impressed with his personality and values.definitely recommend taking this beautiful flight over kauai with blue hawaiian helicopters and ask for brody

Brody, Your authenticity and passion came through so clearly during our tour of this beautiful island. It will stay with me forever. Thank you

Brenda, I mean, BRANDON, was amazing. Beautiful tour of Oahu and great history lesson in the mix. When my kiddo got a little sick, he made sensitive turns and reassured her she'd be fine. The ride was smooth and we'll definitely do it again, requesting Brandon, the next time we come to the island. Thanks so much!

Josh was very nice and knowledgeable. Very glad we had him.

Ryan was great. Enjoyed the tour a lot. Thank you!

Fantastic view of lava slopes with patches of absolute rain-forest greenery, lava flows, the inundating landscape and the fabulous seaside cliffs. Great ride and worth the investments in time and money.

Our pilot, Jeremy, was awesome. He explained things as we flew over the island, volcano and waterfalls. I had never been on a helicopter and was feeling scared before we took off, but he flew us on a steady and safe course. I was surprised I didn’t get air sick. He’s a wonderful and experienced pilot. Thank you for a tremendous experience.

Garrett, the Pilot was great the whole trip was unbelievable! Not to be missed. The narration was great, who ever planned the music was a genius

Glenda was a great pilot and provided terrific details about the island! Our flight was right on time and the staff was competent and friendly.

What a great tour.  The views of the island and waterfalls were awesome, as well as the view of the volcanic activity. Sad about the loss of houses, but truly spectacular views of the fissures and the lava rivers.   Shane was an awesome pilot as well. Great tour.  Would do again for sure!

Great tour from Hana. I wish we could have gotten photos.

The highlight of our trip was a tour of the island by helicopter. Different view and flying over USS Missouri and to see the sunken ship under the Pearl Harbor museum was more than words can say. The waterfall and the lush mountains were beautiful.

Scott was our pilot and led a great tour! Very informative and wonderful flight! FANTASTIC!!!

Chris gave us a wonderful trip around the island. He was very knowledgeable and his upbeat personality made the flight more enjoyable. We have driven around the island often but this flight made the island come alive.