My husband and I went on the West Maui/Molokai helicopter tour. The scenery on Molokai was breathtaking, but I think I loved the flight over the channel the best. It was amazing to see the whales breaching from above. We went on several whale watches by boat that were fabulous, but from above, you can see the entire whale from tip to tail. Dean was a great pilot and made sure everyone had great views of the scenery.
Excellent guide (Greg?) with a good sense of humor. The flight was breathtaking. Of course the perfect weather and low winds added to the experience. Check in was seamless, very well organized. Lots of opportunity for pictures.
Our pilot was 'Rick' - he gave a really excellent tour - the flight was very smooth (no turbulence) - we flew up canyons that are inaccessible by land - circled whales - and made a complet tour of the island. I thought it was super!!
On the morning of our 40th anniversary we did the Maui Spectacular tour, which circles all of Maui and lands in the upcountry for about 20 minutes, where you enjoy a glass of champagne with an amazing view. It was a first helicopter ride for both my husband and myself and it was amazing. Katie, our pilot, was fun and informative, and since it had been raining a lot the previous week, we were able to see so many waterfalls we wouldn't have been able to see any other way. It was not bumpy, even though we passed through lots of different weather over the 90 minute tour, and it was fascinating to see the landscape change. On our first visit to Maui, we'd done the sunrise at Haleakala and the Road to Hana, but this time we saw all that from the air, a whole new perspective. I'm not a person who liked thrill rides, but I absolutely loved it. It was a wonderful splurge and we were both so happy we'd done it. The HD video of the tour was $30 and it was all on a small jump drive that made it easy to take home, and the memory lasts forever.
My family and I took the West Maui and Molokai tour on an Echo Star. I had always wanted to see the West Maui Mountains and the Molokai Sea Cliffs, and this was a great way to do it. Our pilot, Mike, was very knowledgable about the area and took the time to point out interesting landmarks to my kids. We even got to see whales and manta rays. We took a helicopter tour of the Big Island several years ago with Blue Hawaiian and would highly recommend this company. It is a great family adventure!
Wonder no more! It is DEFINITELY worth the money to take a helicopter tour with Blue Hawaiian. We took the EcoStar Complete Tour with Tim. The whole operation is designed to be safe, comfortable and inspiring. Tim narrated a relaxed but informative tour of the island while his perfectly prepared mix played in the background. We come to Maui regularly, and have therefore learned a lot about the history and ecosystem. This tour brought that knowledge to life. It was somehow very different to talk about the role of native and invasive species while actually sweeping over vast forests. It was just so striking to take in the mountains, waterfalls, coastlines and oceans simultaneously. You really get a sense of how wild Maui is. I can't say enough about this great tour.
Our pilot Tim was just amazing. His knowledge and love of the Islands eat us so quiet we dared not miss a word. Needless to say his pilot skills were exceptional with lots of warning when it would get bumpy at the mountain tops. He was so fair to all with cameras to make sure he turned both sides at the inspiring sites. This trip will leave you fullfilled that you really saw sites you would never have seen from a drive. Bucket list item 2 completed ?
This tour took us over the entire Island. The pilot knew where to see the whales. I have over 200 wonderful pictures that are priceless because of Blue Helicopters.
This is a Great way to see the island for those who do not want to take the Hana Hi-way on. They will fly you over the many waterfalls and beautiful sights. Very good knowledge sharing of the island and history.
We did the West Maui and Molokai tour from Maui. It was stunning and I learned so much from our pilot (loved him!). Blue Hawaiian is a well-oiled machine. We took the AStar tour and I'd do another in a heart beat. We had a party of 6 so got the entire helicopter to ourselves which was fun. We saw whales, waterfalls, and learned about the history of Molokai and Maui. Our pilot was able to answer all our inquiring questions. I loved how we had head sets to hear each other. I never get motion sick and did feel a little queasy afterwards as I was looking all over from the middle back seat. I'm sure a dramamine would have easily prevented it. The staff was friendly, not much interaction but the standard checking-in and safety talk. I will say when I called to book (didn't get to book on-line because it was last minute booking) the gal was so informative and easy to work with.
We took the Blue Hawaiian Helicopter tour of the Kilauea Volcano crater and lava waterfall.... Kilauea is very active at present and it was amazing to see the lava from Kilauea pouring out of a lava tube in to the Pacific.... You could see the island growing right before your eyes... Jason was a great pilot....He made sure each side of the helicopter got a great view of everything..... We booked this tour through our cruise ship---"Pride of America"---- and it made taking this tour very easy----however, I am sure we paid a little bit more by doing it that way...
Flew Maui and Molokai as a surprise for my son's 16th Birthday! Was a great ride and worth every penny! Pilot was very courteous and above all, very safety conscious!
I recommend the Molokai Island trip. Whales in the water, highest Sea Cliffs in the World. 1200 ft waterfall. Cant put a price on a good time!
I have been on a few flights even in a chinook, this trip was truly special . We were looked after from the start to the finish Thankyou to all the team. Our special thanks and appreciation to Scotty our pilot for the trip out to see the lava flowing into the ocean . Then onto the stream of lava flowing down the hill side was stunning.we then went to see the cone where the lava was bubbling away truly a trip of a life time something we will never forget. Scotty our pilot was full of energy, knowledge he was second to none and his skills of giving us a amazing opportunity to see this wonder will never be forgotten we have watched the video about 20 times since being around a week. Even when we got back and ordered our video which a tiny bit was missing from the end over the water falls. we were given it free .we were taken back to our ship but the driver dropped us off at the on off bus tour that he told us about that was great too. Great value for money very professional and made us so welcome. Thankyou Blue Hawaiian if we come back we will come and see the guys again.
Open the wallet and see Maui. Not to sell too much, but you will see things that you'll never see from the car or a boat. Put this in your budget. Very professional organization. Pilots are your guide and ours was great. Great for all ages.