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We had a nice tour of the volcano even though the flow slowed down to just a few spots. Our tour guide was awesome and made it very enjoyable. We were disappointed to learn that the video of our tour did not record properly and we could not purchase it. They offered us a free video of all of their tours which is a nice conciliation, but having our own tour on video is what we wanted. We would have liked to have been able to see this once in a lifetime trip from our own eyes (and chopper) for years to come.

We really enjoyed our quick trip to the lava flows. We were lucky to see one pretty large flow which made the whole trip worth it. I loved seeing the entire area from a different perspective. Our pilot was very professional and had a lot of helpful information. If you are interested in seeing the volcano from up above I would definitely recommend!

When we planned our trip to Hawaii with our daughter we suggested a helicopter ride to the volcanoes. She didn't seem too thrilled and opted for other activities. Once we arrived at the island she saw the mountains and lava trails and started to change her mind. Then she heard people talk about it and decided to do it. We were on the Kona side and they only offered the Big Island tour that included the volcano, waterfalls and the Kohala coast, or the Northern coastline tour. The volcano tour is only offered from Hilo. Our only available day was our last day so driving to Hilo was not an option. We opted for the Big Island tour since the volcano was what we wanted to see. It turned out to be the best option. M arco was our pilot. He did a great job explaining about the island's geology and pointing out great features along the way. We had great weather so we had great views of the mountains and valleys. We were also lucky in that the lava was visible that day and we saw lava flows that surfaced as it hit the tree line of the forrest. It was impressive. Marco moved the helicopter around so we could all see the sights. I was in a center seat and still had great views. After s hurt stop in Hilo for fuel and bathroom break, we went along the northeast coast and saw so many waterfalls along the way. Marco flew us into one of the canyons between the mountain walls that drop to the sea where we could see what seemed as hundreds of waterfalls along the cliffs. Again, he expertly maneuvered so we could all get a great view. The return went over the cattle ranges on the Kohala mountain where days before we had been horseback riding and finally landed smoothly back at the place. It was a complete Hawaii tour that showcased the diversity and beauty if this island. My daughter was thrilled and so happy she did the trip. It was the highlight of the vacation. If you are afraid of flying, it will say that while at times you feel some shaking of the helicopter overall is a smooth ride and you are so occupied with the views you forget you are flying. I suggest going in the morning before the haze and rain start in the afternoon. I had a middle seat and it wasn't an issue. We also took the cheaper helicopter type and still had great views. I think Marco our pilot had a lot to do with that since he placed the chopper in perfect viewing angle. I highly recommend the ride and Blue Hawaii company. They did a great job from booking, to instruction, to the helicopters pilots and overall experience. A must do while in Hawaii!

Great ride. Pilot gave us great views of the area & what few lava flows were available. He even gave us a 2nd trip through the crater to get a better photo of the available red lava. Smooth liftoff & ride. It felt slow traveling at 110 mph. We had seen most lava area on the ground & now saw the rest above ground. Pilot could have given more info on area we flew above that was not lava.

We drove over to Hilo from Kona, a fun drive between the mountains on Saddle Road. Blue Hawaiian was recommended by Kona Concierge. We had a great meal at Ken’s House of Pancakes and we explored Hilo waiting for the Helicopter tour. We were a little disappointed when it started cloud over. We were greeted at the airport by some extremely helpful Blue Hawaiian representatives. We were given a brief safety session, then out to the helicopters. What spectacular way to spend the afternoon. The clouds did not bother us at all, the views were amazing, we saw the lava flow, the waterfalls and the best part of it was the smooth ride. Our pilot was fantastic, we wrote down his name and then lost the paper. We were totally impressed with the professionalism of the entire tour and would suggest that this is a must do while on the Big Island.

We were staying in Kailua Kona and was told the almost 2 hour drive was worth it. We did the one hour volcano and waterfall tour. Not many people can say they have seen lava or been in a helicopter. Yes, it was worth the drive for a short tour we did. Just keep in mind the volcano is apart of Mother Nature and is always changing.

We saw lava and falls. Our pilot was very friendly and knowledgeable. We got to see some beautiful wonders.

We flew with Jeremy who was a great pilot - he gave us lots of information on the area, the helicopter and what he was doing in terms of flying. The views along the coast were wonderful. Unfortunately for us it was raining heavily over the volcano, and our pilot explained that not only was it unsafe to fly because we would lose visibility, it also meant we wouldn't see anything. So we headed back, with our pilot continuing to point out places and views of interest. Tyler at the front desk offered to rebook us, or see about a refund from the travel agency we had booked with. Excellent service all around, especially as you can't control the weather.

The helicopter allowed a fantastic view. The whole nose is clear so you can see around you and the lava flow was very impressive. We were able to see bubbling lava and miles of cooled lava. The pilot was great and answered all our questions. Everyone was very friendly and the pilot addressed us by name.

Well organized group,comfortable ride.We didn't see much of lava flow but this is not the company',s fault. If I would fly again or purchase a package I would ask the route where they fly. My impression was we will fly where is lava like close to the ocean where you can ride a boat too not the almost dead old lava flow. It was maybe my fault not to clear before purchasing this tour. Generaly it was great, we saw waterfalls etc.

Having never been on a helicopter before, we were a little apprehensive to book this experience. But choosing Blue Hawaiian was a great first step! They are a very professional and a tightly run outfit. Our pilot Ethan is not only a very experienced pilot who inspired much confidence, but he is also a biologist who was able to give us so much fun information as we flew over the volcano and lava flows. Our family, which includes three teenagers, thought it was an amazing, never to forget type of experience. We're so glad we decided to splurge on this tour and I would highly recommend Blue Hawaiian when choosing a helicopter tour of the Big Island.

We came to the Big Island and the last thing we were thinking about doing was a helicopter tour. After looking at the cost of zip-lining, we decided to spend a little bit more and we booked a helicopter tour of the Kilauea volcano. The only thing was, we were staying on the Kona side and Hilo is at least a two hour drive. We booked the trip and we got up early and dove to Hilo airport for the tour. After a brief safety information session, we were escorted to the landing zone. Tours were organized by group. The tour was great and it was wonderful to be able to see the island from above. We flew over burning forests, and were able to see where the lave had just firmed up. We circled the crater a few times. Unfortunately, the only lava we were able to see was deep down in lava pit. We could see the lave bubbling around but the sun was out strong and it did not make great pictures. On the way back to the airport, the pilot flew us near some waterfalls, meh. During our stay on the island, the lava was not dumping into the ocean like so many dramatic nature shows portray. Overall, it was a lot of fun taking a helicopter ride and seeing the volcano from above, but once in lifetime is enough. Next time I'll skip the long drive over "The Saddle" and stay closer to the sea and spend the money on drinks and dinner.

We had a total of 8 people so we were in 2 separate helicopters. We had pilots Greg and Colleen. Both were extremely knowable and personable. We all enjoyed the flights immensely. The majority of time will be spent circling the volcano looking to spot active lava and explaining the volcano's activity history. While you'll be treated to a short trip over a river area with numerous small waterfalls, if what you're looking for is views similar to Kauai this is not the tour for you. If you're interested in the volcano then this is it. As an FYI for those that may be driving from the Kona side of the Island. - We were instructed to take highway 19 from the Waikoloa area to the Hilo airport. Beware there is significant construction and was a solid 2 hour and 15 minute drive. I had asked about driving via Highway 200 which goes through the two mountains, and had been answered with "Well, if it's a nice sunny day I guess you could do that". Suffice it to say, I wish we had driven that way as there was a couple who took that road and made it in 1 1/2 hours. A big difference! Do keep in mind, it is not an easy road to drive at night because it is very dark, has a big incline change and numerous turns. I'd check with locals before heading out to see which way they thought would be best.

My husband and I went on a morning tour with Scott. The tour took off right as scheduled. We had views of lava flows. Scott circled the crater so that each side could see and made sure to check that each passenger saw the flows. We had a very enjoyable time and would recommend Blue Hawaii and Scott.

This company is totally professional, from answering all questions to ensure you get the right trip desired / booking to walking you off the tarmac safely and suggesting a great place to grab a "local style" lunch. My family of 4 did the "Circle of Fire plus Waterfalls" with Capt. Brant Roberts. He was very knowledgeable and kept everyone comfortable and engaged in what he was showing us the whole trip. We were fortunate to see several breakouts (one moving like a slow river), simply astounding to me. All I can say is I don't think you can really appreciate or mentally grasp something like that until you experience it firsthand. All the TV shows and documentaries I've ever watched just can't impress upon your brain how massive, powerful and deadly volcanoes can be. I would definitely recommend this company and particular tour to family, friends or anyone wanting an amazing experience.