Reviews

This is the best way to see the island if you're short on time and or don't feel like the hassle and stress of renting a car and driving (especially if you're used to driving on the left in a right hand drive car). The free pick up from our Waikiki hotel was great and hassle free (though it was early so we had to wait at the hanger for an hour before our flight). We weren't expecting to see WHALES, what a bonus! Flew right over a pod of about 8 huge whales, some breaching the water too! Might be a good option for the first day of your trip, that would give you an idea of what you might like to do during your stay on the island. Jonathan our pilot was brilliant, very knowledgable, helpful and professional, as was the lady we booked through on the phone. Good for singles, couples or family groups.

Took the Blue Hawaiian morning tour of Oahu. One of the best experiences of my life. Luckily I had the front seat next to the pilot so had a wondeful view of everything. Flew over Diamond Head crater, saw adult and baby humpback whales, close up of the ocean and valleys and Pearl Harbour. All I can say is wow! The helicopters are amazing, the staff are fabulous and our pilot Jonathon was fun and enthuisatic and tools us to see a waterfall at one passenegers request. Awesome value for the price. Would do this again in a heartbeat.

My husband loves geology and was pretty excited about taking the 2-hour Big Island Spectacular tour in the Eco Star. He was not disappointed. I wasn't either, but I didn't have big expectations like he did! It was an expense nevertheless we are glad we splurged. It's something we will remember forever (and we have the DVD in case we do forget!). Another nice bonus was they picked us up from our hotel (the Hilton) in their shuttle so we didn't even have to drive to their location!

From start to finish, our experience with Blue Hawaiian was first rate. As a former military helicopter pilot with over 5000 hrs, I was comforted by the ground operations and the condition of Blue Hawaiian's aircraft and ground crew. Our pilot, Jonathan, was even more impressive. There was no doubt we were in safe hands. We had taken a drive around the island on the day before the flight, and it made the actual flight a little more enjoyable as we were familiar with the geography and could relate the aerial views to what we had already seen from the ground. My only minor complaint was the slightly hazy day we had for the flight which wasn't ideal for photos, but the DVD they prepared made up for that. BTW, I don't know why you would pass on the DVD, especially with the different angles and even inside the helicopter views. The 45 minute flight (which was actually a few minutes longer) seemed way to short, but was beautiful. Especially considering the rest of the prices for food and entertainment in Honolulu, the Blue Hawaiian Helicopter tour was a bargain. With lunch for two at the Westin in Waikiki going for over $100, it's a no-brainer to add this tour to your itinerary.

An awesome and marvelous experience. Jason was a good and nice pilot, We felt safe and enjoyed the incredible views of the Waimea canyon and Napali coast. Mahalo!!!

Felt very safe. Ground crew, pilots, everyone very professional and well trained. Had some reservations about a helicopter ride in Hawaii as several had told us that it was an unregulated industry there. Don't know if that's a fact and don't know about other agencies, but Blue Hawaiian is great.

We arrived in Kauai by cruise ship. Having made the reservation online five days ahead we got a "discount" rate. If you call them they pick you up right at the pier for a ten minute shuttle ride to the airport, very convenient. Their whole set up appears very professional and safety conscious. The ride itself was fantastic..the scenery unbelievably beautiful....and very comfortable. The pilot's narration was great and personally engaging. You'll love it. It's a pricey endeavor but if you can afford it a highlight. They do weigh you when you arrive and post a 260 lbs. limit per seat.

The flight was absolutely beautiful, my wife was terrified before the flight at the thought of going up in a helicopter, but once the flight started she absolutely loved every minute.I have a lot of fixed wing time and also was extremely amazed how smooth the ride was , I wasn't expecting that. Barret the pilot was a local and gave a lot of great information on the flight around the Island . The flight was so smooth it nearly felt like I was setting in my recliner at home enjoying panoramic experience at home . Barret thanks for the great tour and you changed my perspective on helicopters, glad we didn't miss it.

This was an amazing experience. The pilot was professional, friendly and his commentary extremely informative. The scenery is absolutely stunning. The pilot ensured each side of the cabin was given a view of the scenery by circling where necessary. The ground staff were courteous and efficient. I have read some reviewers say they were unfriendly, I would say they took their jobs seriously and did them competently. No complaints on that front from us. This is an expensive tour however we felt it well worth the money. Tip: they figure out seating based on weight so there is no guarantee you will get the front seat. Also, we were the last tour of the day and as such the pilot took us for a little extra look around!

This company & trip were highly recommended & the flight was excellent and informative (despite the drizzle on and off.. it is Kauai). My complaints would come after the flight ended; it felt as if then the staff lost interested and couldn't wait to get back to a new group even though they were hoping we would buy the DVD of our trip. Our flight was delayed due to mechanical problems so we arrived just back in front of another group. Despite our delayed departure, we had to wait until they had seen their film, before ours was played but which time we had lost interest. My advice to the staff; don't switch charm on and off, the punter knows the difference.

My husband and I flew with Blue Hawaiian in Kauai. Everyone told us this was a "must do" since so much of the island can only be seen by air. My husband is scared of heights, so it took a little convincing to get him to agree to the helicopter tour. After our flight with Chris, my husband was beyond impressed and said it was probably the best thing we did during our entire trip! Blue Hawaiian is top notch and I now know why they come so highly recommended!!!

Our Pilot Marcus did a great job of showing us the island in a way that everyone should see it. Blue Hawaiian is the only way to see the Lava, and unbelievably stunning waterfalls. No parking lots at these waterfalls, only undisturbed nature.

We booked a 2 hr trip that included the volcano crater and waterfalls. We did get some of the most spectacular views you can imagine! Our pilot was great too, knowledgeable and very reassuring. This was my first helicopter flight and I was unsure as to how I would manage, but thanks to to the professional and very reassuring ground crew and pilot it was a fantastic experience. I would recommend this to everyone that wants spectacular views and something a little bit different!

We wanted to see the volcano but being in Waikoloa makes that a challenge. We took the 2 hour Big Island Experience and it was a wonderful trip! The helicopters were comfortable the pilots were knowledgeable and kept the group engaged. Flying over the volcano and then to the waterfalls it was a magical day. Highly recommend you give it a try!

Mahalo to Julie and Blue Hawaiian Helicopters of Honolulu. By far the best experience in Hawaii, or anywhere for that matter. I had the 9 am tour and had the front seat next to our pilot Julie. She was very good at narrating our trip and showing us sights that you cannot see by land or sea. This is by far the best way to see the island. We did see a whale briefly, but I really didn't expect to see any because it was so late in the season. Having the CD of my flight, available for purchase, was an added bonus. I can re-live my flight for years to come. I will make sure my kids get to experience this flight on our next visit.