Wonderful way to experience the beauty of the islands. Very professionally run operation. Our pilot Brody was very knowledgeable about the island.
This is a very professional group of people with safety first and foremost. Due to weather our first planned flight was cancelled and rescheduled for the following day. Yes, we did get to go on the rescheduled day. If you think Kauai is beautiful from the ground, trying viewing the numerous waterfalls and canyons from the air. I highly recommend Blue Hawaiian Helicopters. Our pilot, Goeff, grew up in Kauai and was very knowledgeable and entertaining.
Though our pilot was safe, informative and friendly, I'm not sure this is worth the money. Kauai is beautiful from the air, but equally from a boat or automobile.
This is a late review, but here goes. My husband and I went to Kauai for our honeymoon and I'm so glad we decided to go on the helicopter tour. There is just so much of Kauai that you can't possibly see by foot or car (the Jurassic Park waterfall, for example). The windows not he helicopter are nice and big so you get really nice pictures of the landscape. It is an expensive experience, but I thought it was worth it. Our tour guide was very nice and informative. The entire trip is recorded and you have the option of buying the dvd as a keepsake. I highly recommend this excursion to anyone who is visiting Kauai for the first time.
Amazing views of lush waterfalls and valleys! Very comfortable and professional. I highly recommend!
My wife and I, and my in-laws were in Kona, HI to celebrate my 48th birthday, our upcoming 10 year wedding anniversary in July, and my in-laws 45th wedding anniversary. We decided to splurge for a helicopter tour and after doing our due diligence online, we decided upon Blue Hawaiian Helicopters and the Big Island Spectacular. We could not have been happier with the choice we made and the pilot, Ian, the company paired us up with. We also opted for the newer helicopter model for the tour, The Eco-Star, and once again, we made the right choice- it was impressive, roomy and allowed for great views. Back to our pilot, Ian- he was "Phenomenal" We couldn't have asked for a more professional, personable and knowledgeable pilot. He put us all at ease right from take-off by telling us what to expect over the course of the next 2 hours and his music soundtrack that was piped into our headphones seemed like it was timed perfectly with the changing landscape and topography. We saw active lava flow in several different spots and witnessed a forest being burned down and devastated because it happened to be in the flow path of the lava. We landed in Hilo for fuel and to stretch our legs and we couldn't wait to get back to the flight because we knew Ian had more in store for us. Well, needless to say we were not disappointed- he took us along the Hilo coastline before going inland to view majestic waterfalls. Unfortunately, the trip had to come to an end, but not before Ian flew us over expansive fields with grazing cattle and other farm animals. Although it was expensive, it was well worth the money and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone visiting the Big Island. Not sure if you can request a pilot, but if you can, ask for Ian- you won't be disappointed.
We took the Blue Hawaiian Helicopter tour over Kauai for my BD!! The trip was FANTASTIC and the views are absolutely unbelievable. The help we rode in was the same one they filmed Jurassic World in and we flew over where Jurassic park was filmed! We toured much of the island of Kauai and its the only way to see much of the island! We saw a volcano crater, the shoreline, the vegetation and even a whale!!!! Captain Joffrey was a fantastic pilot and the pilots pick their own music. He played typical Hawaiian music,music from Jurassic Park and even our wedding song "Its a wonderful world" from Israel K. This trip was better than flying over the Grand Canyon!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
We decided to take the 2 hour spectacular tour. It was an absolutely incredible experience. Our pilot, Tom, was a fantastic pilot and guide. We were fortunate to have a beautiful, clear day to fly, and enjoyed the opportunity to see the island from a completely different perspective. The staff at check in was extremely professional as well. I can't say enough good things about this company and experience that we enjoyed.
Well worth the money! Book and pay for the DVD as it is very good. Take their advice and wear dark clothes to minimize reflection on the glass. We did a full tour!
Great Great Great , Wow,Wow,Wow, simply an amazing experience. Julie was out pilot and her commentary and engagement with us all was fantastic . The Helicopter was large and new with god views form the windows, at each point of interest Julie ensured each passenger saw the view by turning the helicopter around so all can take a picture . The 45 min journey had great views of Waikiki, Diamond Head , Gillgans Island, we saw large manterays and pod of whales. , pineapple plantations, went right down into a waterfall, most amazing views of cliffs and pearl harbour fly over and a view that just makes you think. They pick you up and drop off from hotel and its all over in about 3 hours. If you want to see Oahu by air this is the way to go. Also big tip......wear dark colour plain clothes to avoid glare on craft windows and your photos will come out perfect.
This was an experience like no other. Fearful of heights this helicopter ride above the island of Kauai was extremely safe and at no time did I fear the height of the shear majestic canyons below. Beret our pilot was a gentleman and a local with real knowledge. Having hunted and hiked thru the ranges and rainforest Baret gave us an insight to the scenery before us. Slow manoeuvring the copter to take advantage of best scenic spots and adjusting for pass needs on both sides of the helicopter enable all on board to have an excellent view. Blue Hawaiian were extremely profession from the moment we were checked in and designated a weight appropriate seating arangement to alighting off the copter and making it safely back into the terminal. Safety was first priority and at no time did I fear for my safety on the ground or in the air. The scenery was spectacular and Blue Hawaiian are the only way to see it. Forget doing copter rides over volcanos on other islands as you will be disappointed due to lack of activity in the volcanos. The scenery on Kauai is the best but impossible to see and admire from the ground . So this is the way to do it.
I was very hesitant to do this tour as I hate flying and left my xanex at home... But it was such a smooth flight it was no problem ! I was soooo glad we went with blue Hawaiian tours! We watched other helicopter companies come in and take off while waiting for our tour to begin and I was very happy to see that BH had the most modern and new looking helicopters . Our pilot was Shay and he was great. The sites were amazing !! So worth doing!! Great company - highly recommend
Amazing, amazing helicopter tour of beautiful Kauai - Shay was our pilot and he was fantastic. They have the quietest helicopters and a wonderful sound systems where they play music for you but you can still have the pilot narrating - then you can get a video of your whole tour when you leave. Breathtaking views of waterfalls, the canyon, the beaches that are not accessible except by air or boat, movie filming scenes, it was one of the highlights of our trip to Hawaii.
Our helicopter tour on Blue Hawaiian was fantastic. Our pilot Greg was so great and very knowledgeable about Kauai and its history. He pointed out several points of interest (like where several movies were filmed) and encouraged questions from us. The views were amazing! The flight was smooth and comfortable. You really get to see so many parts of the island that are inaccessible to most of the public. Also, if you are a Costco member, they have a good deal on Blue Hawaiian gift cards that can save you some money!
The best way to see Kauai properly and absorb its immense beauty is by helicopter and Blue Hawaiian helicopters was the best choice. From the moment you enter their reception you are greeted and organised into your allotted time slot. Everyone is then run thru the safety demonstration before being given your weight designated seat for the helicopter. Completely professional and safe I was scared of the updraft so thru the canyons but was reassure by Baret our pilot. He warned us of any sudden changes so that we were relaxed during the flight. He was informative and and knowledgeable . It did help that he was a local and had live and trekked thru most of the below forests. His insight and knowledge of where to go and what to see made for a sensational unforgettable trip. Anyone with fear of flying in a helicopter put you fear aside and your trust in Blue Haven they have your safety as paramount and you will walk away with a life experience.