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Mauna Loa Helicopters

3501 Rice Street Suite 222-C, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766
808-245-4006
Ranked #2 of 16 tours in Lihue
5.0 of 5 stars 163 Reviews
Type: Tours
Traveler Description: This exclusive and affordable private helicopter tour of the Garden Island will treat you to an unbeatable adventure! With guaranteed window seats... more »
Useful Information: Activities for older children
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AndrewCA94920
San Francisco, California
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12 reviews
10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2012 NEW
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Mauna Loa flies private tours, meaning it was just my boyfriend and myself. Other companies offer less expensive flights with up to 6 passengers. We opted for the doors off version, which lead to amazing photos and the wind in your face! The pilot was super professional. He didn't "tour guide" too much, just little tid bits here and there.... More

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Linda M
Nampa, Idaho, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2012

It only took my spouse 40 years to break me out of my comfort zone and try something I never thought I'd do and I'd do it again in a heartbeat! What a wonderful way to see the island. Ian made the trip smooth and I wasn't scared once. If you do nothing else...make this the highlight...and NO DOORS! Thanks... More

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DaveHV
Highland Village, Texas
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10 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2012

My wife and I had been planning our Kauai vacation for about 6 months and somewhere along the way we'd been told that you couldn't visit Kauai without taking a helicopter tour of the island. I think the language used was something like "You wouldn't go to the Grand Canyon and never get out of your car! You can't go... More

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Denise B
Salem, Ohio
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012

If you are hesitating to take this private ride without the doors, Do not hesitate! Go without the doors, it shouldn't be an option. The beauty is amazing and you will miss so much with the doors on. My husband talked me into this and at the last minute, I decided to go without the doors, one of the best... More

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Andy G
Kirkland, Washington, United States
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3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012

We went doors off. The only issue I had because of this was my eyes constantly tearing up. The pilot was helpful and occasionally turned the helicopter so that the person on the side away from the main views couold see better. This is a great way to get oriented towards what is on the island, especially if you are... More

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nandianne
New Westminster,BC
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012

We decided that this was really the only way to have a really good look @ the Island as it was our 1st visit to Kauai. We checked all the many ads & brochures re the tours offered on the Island . Our main reason for choosing this company was the assurance of a small group & a window seat... More

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HardyBoy
Port Coquitlam, Canada
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012

We went with the doors off and it was great. Nowhere near as scary as you might think. don't know if they have other tours but we took the small helicopter with just the pilot and the two of us. You might pay a bit more but it is worth it not to have to look over several other people... More

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phillytraveler1487
philadelphia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

We did a doors off Helicopter tour. I have taken a couple of helicopter tours in the past. This was by far THE BEST. My wife was amazed (and so was I)... We saw so much of the island we would have missed. This is the ONLY way to see Kauai. We can't wait to return and do it again. More

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AllHallowsEve
Encinitas, California
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18 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

If you do only one thing in Kauai take a helicopter tour of the Napali Coast and Island. Mauna Loa was GREAT. Very safety oriented with made us super comfortable. The copter is a smaller one so the are only two to three passengers with a great view for all. More

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Leslee W
Winnipeg, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012

This flight was the highlight of our 2 week trip to Hawaii. It was a once in a life time experience and it lived up to all expectations! If you are considering taking a helicopter ride in Kauai, go with Mauna Loa so you can get the helicopter and pilot all to yourselves. It's worth the extra money! The 'doors... More

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