Kona helicopter tours

Kona Helicopter Tours Departing from Kona International Airport (KOA).

Big Island Helicopter Tours of Kohala Coast in Hawaii. Rainbow Helicopter flying across Laupahoehoe Nui Falls on the Kohala Coast.

Kohala Coast Volcanoes Waterfalls

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90 minute Big Island helicopter tour from Kona. Experience an epic Kohala Coast helicopter tour featuring Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea and Hualālai volcanoes as well as the Big Island’s most dramatic waterfalls.

Departure: Hawaii Island, Kona

Reviews: 26+5 Star

$895 PER PERSON | BOOK NOW

Kilauea Volcano Eruption

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1 hour 45 minute helicopter tour from Kona. Fly over Kīlauea Volcano and witness the current state of the eruption — lava fields, craters, and volcanic landscapes from above.

Departure: Hawaii Island, Kona

Reviews: 18+5 Star

$1180 PER PERSON | BOOK NOW

Kona helicopter tour of the Big Island with Rainbow Helicopters Airbus Astar helicopter flying over Queens Bath Beach on the Kona coastline.

Kona Coast Hualalai Volcano

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60-minute Big Island helicopter tour from Kona. Explore dramatic volcanic coastline, tropical reefs, and ancient lava flows. Fly above Hualalai Volcano, Kaloko Fish Ponds, and the famous Kona Coffee farms. Doors-off included on this Kona helicopter tour.

Departure: Hawaii Island, Kona

Reviews: 16+5 Star

$640 PER PERSON | BOOK NOW

Rainbow Helicopter at Kohala Coast - Full Circle helicopter tour of the Big Island departing from Kona.

New: Big Island Full Circle Expedition

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2 hours 30 minutes Big Island helicopter tour from Kona. Experience the entire Island of Hawaiʻi by helicopter with 5 volcanoes, both coastlines, lush waterfalls and the majestic valleys of Kohala in a single flight. Expedition includes a 30 minute mid-adventure landing.

Departure: Hawaii Island, Kona

Reviews: 8+5 Star

$1920 PER PERSON | BOOK NOW

Kona Coastal helicopter tour of the Big Island. Rainbow Helicopters flying over Kona coast fish ponds on Hawaii Island.

Coastal Sights Unseen

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45 minute Big Island helicopter tour from Kona. Discover a unique side of Hawaii Island with Hualalai Volcano, Magic Sands Beach, Kaloko Fish Ponds, Kailua Bay, Alii Drive and the famous Kona Coffee farms from above.

Departure: Hawaii Island, Kona

Reviews: 7+5 Star

$590 PER PERSON | BOOK NOW

Rainbow Helicopters Big Island Helicopter Tours. Hawaii Iland helicopter tours of the Kona coastline.

Kona Coast Scenic

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30 minute Big Island helicopter tour from Kona. Experience Captain Cook Monument, Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve, coral reefs, and the spectacular Kona coastline on one unforgettable scenic flight.

Departure: Hawaii Island, Kona

Reviews: 6+5 Star

$540 PER PERSON | BOOK NOW

Discover the best Kona helicopter tours departing directly from Kona International Airport, with fast access to the Kona Coast, Hualālai Volcano, Kohala Coast, Waipiʻo Valley, and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Flying from the west side of the island often means clearer skies and more consistent conditions — giving you the best chance for an unforgettable Island experience.

Choose from Kona helicopter tours designed for every type of adventure, including Big Island doors-off flights for immersive aerial photography, scenic flights over the island’s most iconic landscapes, and private helicopter charters for fully customized experiences. From the Kona coastline to active volcanoes, Kona helicopter tours are the most complete way to experience the island from above.

↳ Image: Rainbow Helicopters flying over Kohala Coast waterfalls.

Why fly from Kona?

Kona helicopter tours are perfectly positioned for exploring Hawaii’s west coast by air. Whether you’re visiting for the beaches or the lava fields, our helicopter tours provide an unbeatable perspective on:.

Ancient lava flows and volcanic craters
The coastline’s dramatic cliffs and black sand beaches
The lush Kohala valleys and waterfalls
Views of Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea (weather permitting)

↳ Image: Rainbow Helicopters flies daily Volcano Helicopter Tours from Kona.

Volcano Helicopter Tours

For those looking to experience Hawaiʻi’s most powerful landscapes, our volcano helicopter tours from Kona take you beyond the coastline and deep into the island’s volcanic heart. Fly over Kīlauea’s active crater, steaming vents, and vast lava fields — with real-time conditions changing daily.

→ Get the latest eruption updates and viewing conditions here

Active lava flows and the Kīlauea caldera
Expansive volcanic rift zones and recent eruption sites
Rugged lava fields meeting the ocean
Aerial views of Mauna Loa and surrounding volcanic landscapes

↳ Image: Perfect for Kona private charter experiences, Our Airbus Astar helicopter seats up to 6 guests.

Popular Kona tour routes

Our Kona helicopter tours include:

Kohala Coast Volcanos Waterfalls Tour
Coastal Sights Unseen Tour
Kona Coast Scenic Tour

↳ Image: Doors off helicopter ride with Rainbow Helicopters.

Doors-Off Tours Available

Want a more immersive experience? Many of our Kona helicopter tours and flights include doors-off options at no additional cost. Perfect for photographers and thrill-seekers alike.

Elevate your Hawaii helicopter ride to new heights by opting for the exhilarating “doors-off” experience. Rainbow Helicopters offers this extraordinary opportunity to take in the stunning sights of Hawaii without any barriers.

Feel the wind rushing through your hair as you enjoy panoramic views and capture unforgettable moments from above. With the doors off, your photos will be crystal clear, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the beauty of Hawaii.

Fly doors off no charge.
Customize per passenger at checkout..

↳ Image: See the Kohala coasts’ remote coastal waterfalls only visible by air!

What you’ll see

Each flight showcases the iconic islands’ features, such as:

Kilauea and Mauna Loa (active volcanoes)
Waipio and Pololu Valleys
Remote waterfalls only visible by air
The Kona coffee belt and coastline

Kona helicopter tour sights

A Bay (Anaehoomalu Bay)
Aliʻi Drive
Captain Cook Monument
Hualālai Volcano
Kaiholo Bay
Kaloko Fish Ponds
Kaupulehu Crater
Kawaihae Coast
Kealakekua Bay Marine Preserve
Kiholo Bay
Kohala Coast Waterfalls
Kohala Volcano
Kona Coffee Farms
Kona Coast
Laupāhoehoe Nui Falls

Magic Sands Beach
Makalawena Beach
Mauna Kea Volcano
Mauna Loa Volcano
Place of Refuge (Puʻuhonua o Honaunau)
Pololu Valley
Pūu Waʻawaʻa Forest Reserve
Waimanu Valley
Waiʻilikahi Falls
Waipiʻo Valley

Fly private Kona helicopter charters.

Helicopter Proposal with landing | Oahu Helicopter Tours | Rainbow Helicopter romantic landing couple celebrating with champagne

Proposal Flight – Romantic Landing

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60 minute Oahu private helicopter proposal charter. Surprise your partner with a helicopter adventure featuring an exclusive landing and ocean views. Includes chocolates, champagne, and flowers.

Departure: Oahu, Honolulu

Reviews: 13+5 Star

$3240 PRIVATE CHARTER | BOOK NOW

Luxury Picnic at Scenic Landing

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2 hour Oahu private helicopter charter. Choose your helicopter for up to 6 guests. See the island in style and enjoy a world-class private helicopter tour of the island with an exclusive landing. Enjoy a luxury picnic along with champagne, local chocolates, leis and stunning views.

Departure: Oahu, Honolulu

Reviews: 8+5 Star

$5400 PRIVATE CHARTER | BOOK NOW

Private helicopter Oahu, helicopter proposal flight. A couple sharing a fun, moment on a Rainbow Helicopter tour of Oahu, Hawaii.

Romantic Proposal Flight

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30 to 60 minute Oahu private helicopter proposal charter. See Oahu's most breathtaking scenery — Sacred Falls, the North Shore, and Hawaii's legendary coastlines. Available in 30, 45, and 60-minute charters. Add the 'Marry Me' banner flyover upgrade at checkout.

Departure: Oahu, Honolulu

Reviews: 7+5 Star

$1320 & UP PRIVATE CHARTER | EXPLORE

Rainbow Helicopters private charter helicopter ready for scenic tour over Hawaii

Private Scenic Landing Experience

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60 minute Oahu private helicopter charter from Honolulu. Flight includes an exclusive scenic landing with ocean views, complimentary champagne, and complete privacy — perfect for birthdays, reunions, graduations, and celebrations for up to 6 guests.

Departure: Oahu, Honolulu

Reviews: 5+5 Star

$2640 PRIVATE CHARTER | BOOK NOW

“Our Kona helicopter tour was amazing. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed it. We had a great pilot. We loved hearing all the facts and history behind all the areas we were flying over. We would 100% recommend Rainbow to anyone. Thanks for a memorable part of our Hawaii vacation.”

LISA DAVIS

Rated 5 out of 5

최고의 경험이었어요^^ (Translated by Google) It was the best experience^^

김동규 • June 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

We took the sixty minute, doors off tour of Oahu. Our pilot, Conor, was outstanding. My wife was a bit nervous about no doors, so Conor made sure to provide an exceptionally smooth ride. He pointed out interesting areas and facts as we circled the island and made it our favorite experience of our vacation. I highly recommend Rainbow Helicopters for an unforgettable and unique experience.

Gary Butler • June 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

I’m a fixed wing pilot learning to fly rotor wings. Jojo was my instructor and he was awesome. We had a great time as he taught me basics and told me about the islands. Highly recommend

Brian • June 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

Jojo was awesome

Brian Bernfeld • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

The experience I had at Rainbow helicopters, was absolutely, hands down the best experience of my life! The check-in process was flawless and the safety briefing was thorough, and then I met our pilot. The surfing hottie from down under. The Australian man, who flew so smoothly, I was in awe. Listening to Captain Conor talk about Pearl harbor as we soared across the blue Hawaiian skies. I never wanted it end. Then we came back and had to end the adventure. Captain Conor landed that ship so gracefully and smooth, that even the birds in the sky were in awe. We touched down with the lightest touch, you could have sworn we were still in the air! On my next helicopter adventure, I will absolutely be looking forward to flying with the one and only, pilot from down under, Captain Conor Clarke.

Devon • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

The one hour ride was fantastic and I strongly recommend taking the option with the doors off. Also I do recommend purchasing the video. they have a camera in the helicopter and they record the whole flight from start to finish.

Nicholas Coblio • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

Highlight of our Kona trip!!!! The customer service and hospitality of the team was exceptional! We booked a private flight with just the two of us. I was just over the weight limit. Had to reschedule for different day on bigger copter that holds more people and would be with other people. However, on that flight, the other passengers couldn’t make it. So we ended up private after all. Wilson was a great host, Michael “Turtle” was a great knowledgeable pilot, I forget everyone else’s name. But they were all very hospitable. The flight was amazing. 1.5 hours of coastline and waterfalls, canyons, valleys, and picturesque views of the largest volcano Mauna Kea. Very smooth ride. Even though the pilot said “turbulence” in areas. We barely noticed any. Highly recommend paying extra for the pictures AND video package of your flight. One half of the video image screen is inside of copter, bottom half is outside views..

Ken and Rachel Jameson • May 2026

Rated 4 out of 5

Fantastic pilot and ground crew. Website isn't clear about chances of seeing the volcano. We understand that seeing lava is rare, but the volcano is often shrouded in clouds and/or rain. We paid a lot of money and didn't see the volcano. Still a great tour, but knowing the odds may have changed our decision to spend the money for the long volcano tour. For Rainbow's top tour, one might expect the few ground photos to be included (costs them nothing). Way too much money for a few ground photos of the helicopter, pilot, and us.

Rob Middleton • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

Totally amazing experience!!! Our pilot was professional, knowledgeable, and made the flight feel smooth and relaxed while pointing out landmarks like Kealakekua Bay, the Captain Cook Monument, Kaʻūpūlehu Crater, and the Kona coffee farms below. The landing itself was beautiful and peaceful, and the fresh Kona coffee tasting overlooking the coastline felt like something out of a movie.

Zhalem • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

Absolutely incredible experience. Flying through the Nuʻuanu Pali cliffs and along Oahu’s windward coastline was unreal. The views of Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, and the Koʻolau Mountains from the helicopter were breathtaking, and the doors-off option made it even more exciting. Easily one of the best Oahu helicopter tours we’ve ever done.

Therese • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

Our Luxury Picnic helicopter tour was hands down the highlight of our trip to Oahu. The private helicopter flight over Waikiki, Sacred Falls, and the Ko‘olau Mountains was breathtaking, but the scenic landing and gourmet picnic made the experience truly unforgettable. The champagne, flower leis, ocean views, and private time on the ground felt like something out of a movie. If you’re looking for the best private helicopter tour in Oahu, this is absolutely worth it.

Nancie S • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

The private landing experience was absolutely unreal. From the moment we lifted off, it felt like a true luxury experience — not just a helicopter ride. The exclusive landing at a secluded location overlooking the coastline was something we’ll never forget. Being able to step out in a place with helicopter-only access made the entire experience feel incredibly special and personal. This was easily one of the biggest bucket-list moments of our Hawaii trip.

Jonathan R • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

We booked this private helicopter tour for our anniversary and it exceeded every expectation. The private charter felt relaxed, intimate, and completely customized to our group. Landing in a remote secluded location that’s only accessible by helicopter was the highlight of the entire experience. Between the incredible views, smooth flight, and exclusive landing, it truly felt like a once-in-a-lifetime luxury experience. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a bucket-list adventure on Oahu.

Cassandra • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

Rainbow Helicopters delivered one of the most epic experiences we’ve ever had in Hawaii. Watching lava fountains and volcanic steam rise from Halemaʻumaʻu crater from above felt like witnessing the Earth being created in real time. The helicopter was comfortable, the staff was fantastic, and the flight path gave us incredible views of Kīlauea, Mauna Loa, and the dramatic coastline near Kona. We added the photo package and are so glad we did — these are memories we’ll keep forever.

Jeremy T. • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

This was one of the most surreal experiences of my life. Seeing Kīlauea actively erupting from a helicopter completely changes your understanding of Hawaii’s volcanoes. We flew over glowing lava, massive craters, steam vents, and landscapes that honestly looked like another planet. The pilot was incredible — informative without talking too much — and made sure everyone had time to take in the views. The scale of the eruption from the air is impossible to appreciate from the ground. Absolutely unforgettable.

Talia G. • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

This was hands down the most magical experience we had in Hawaii. The helicopter flight itself was stunning, but the romantic landing completely elevated the experience into something cinematic. Champagne, flower leis, breathtaking scenery, and total privacy made it feel like a dream. Our pilot was professional, calm, and helped make the proposal feel natural and relaxed instead of rushed. If you’re considering a helicopter proposal in Oahu, this is absolutely the way to do it.

Jason B. • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

I spent weeks trying to think of the perfect proposal idea and this ended up being beyond anything I imagined. The Romantic Landing tour felt incredibly private and personal from start to finish. Flying over Oahu’s coastline, waterfalls, and mountains was already emotional, but landing in such a beautiful secluded location made the moment unforgettable. The team helped coordinate everything perfectly, and my fiancée had absolutely no idea what was coming. The photos turned out incredible too. Easily one of the best experiences of our lives.

Sarah B. • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

We booked the private Oahu helicopter charter for a special family celebration and it exceeded expectations in every possible way. Having the aircraft entirely to ourselves made the experience feel intimate and relaxed. The pilot was knowledgeable, funny, and clearly passionate about the island. Flying over Waikiki, the mountains, Sacred Falls, and the North Shore in one flight gave us an entirely new appreciation for Oahu. The doors-off option made the views even more incredible for photography. Truly unforgettable.

Ronald D. • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

This ended up being the highlight of our entire Hawaii trip. The private charter felt incredibly personalized from the moment we arrived. Our pilot customized the route around weather and lighting conditions, and we were able to spend extra time over the coastline and waterfalls on the east side of Oahu. Seeing the island from this perspective is unreal — dramatic cliffs, turquoise water, hidden valleys, and remote beaches you’d never otherwise experience. The helicopter itself felt luxurious and comfortable, and the staff made everything seamless. Worth every penny.

Nancy R. • May 2026

Rated 5 out of 5

In 2026 it's refreshing to have a group of people dedicated to maximizing a customers experience, Hana was professional and engaging, the flight was breathtaking and will forever be embedded in our memory. THANK YOU!

Terry Poole • May 2026

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