The 4 Best Volcano Helicopter Flights in the USA

Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour - Entering Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 412 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $202Our pick

Spend about 10.5 hours exploring Hilo, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Thurston Lava Tube, steam vents, Akaka Falls, and Rainbow Falls. A professional guide such as Dexter may lead the day, with an optional helicopter ride offering views of craters, waterfalls, coastline, and forest from above.

“This was a very interesting trip and Dexter was very informative. I would recommend this trip plus the lunch was great”

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Hana Rainforest and Haleakala Crater Helicopter Tour

2.Hana Rainforest and Haleakala Crater Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 146 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $332

Fly from Kahului Heliport over East Maui’s rainforest, coastal waterfalls, hidden pools, and Haleakala’s cinder cones in a six-seat A-Star helicopter. Your pilot narrates the route, which may change with weather. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

“The up close and aerial view of Haleakala crater and the waterfall by the oceans were mesmerizing. It's such an unforgettable experience. Loved it!! Absolutely worth every single minute on this journey!!”

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Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Tour

3.Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 59 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $987

Fly from Oahu to Hilo for a full day of volcano country with a 45-minute Blue Hawaiian helicopter tour, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, steam vents, Thurston Lava Tube, Akaka Falls, lunch, and guided transport. Guides such as Dexter, Hugh, Anthony, and Everett have led this route.

“This was a comprehensive way to get to see Kilauea and other interesting Hilo sites. Tourguide Dexter was excellent.”

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From Oahu: Big Island Volcano Adventure & Helicopter

4.From Oahu: Big Island Volcano Adventure & Helicopter

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 23 reviews · from $843

Fly from Honolulu to Hilo, then explore Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, Nāhuku Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, and 442-foot ʻAkaka Falls with guide Dexter. Add a 45-minute Blue Hawaiian helicopter flight for views of lava fields, craters, waterfalls, and black-sand beaches.

“I really liked my guide Dexter - he told us a lot of interesting facts about the Island, volcanos and Hawaii nature. Unfortunately my helicopter flight was cancelled due to bad weather.:( However Dexter took us to a beautiful park and beach with black sand and knew how to entertain us. Thank you for an amazing experience!:)”

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The 4 Best Volcano Helicopter Flights in the USA

Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

1.Volcano Adventure: Hilo Sightseeing w/ Optional Helicopter Tour

Hana Rainforest and Haleakala Crater Helicopter Tour

2.Hana Rainforest and Haleakala Crater Helicopter Tour

Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Tour

3.Day Trip from Oahu to Hilo: Active Volcanoes & Helicopter Tour

From Oahu: Big Island Volcano Adventure & Helicopter

4.From Oahu: Big Island Volcano Adventure & Helicopter

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