--- title: Kohala Waterfalls & Valleys Helicopter Tour lang: en type: tour city: Big Island country: United States price: 455 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.93 reviews: 44 duration_minutes: 45 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 2 of 5 (Helicopter Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-07 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kohala-waterfalls-valleys-helicopter-tour/ --- # Kohala Waterfalls & Valleys Helicopter Tour **Guidekin's take:** See the waterfalls, rainforest and sea cliffs of Kohala from a helicopter. Headsets, microphones for speaking to the pilot, and all fees are included; flight times can change with wind and weather. 4.93 from 44 reviews at €455 per person for 45m. In our comparison: #2 of 5 in Helicopter Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview From lush tropical rainforest to dry, desert-like land, the Kohala coast has some of the most beautiful scenery on the Big Island. High in the sky, see beautiful waterfalls cascading thousands of feet into the rainforest below, where remnants of ancient Hawaiian settlements are still visible. Named after the oldest volcanic mountain, the Kohala Mountains dominate the area and are considered by many to be the most spectacular landscape in Hawaii. Towering sea cliffs make for a dramatic backdrop along the rugged coastline. Before returning, take in Waipi'o Valley, the childhood home of King Kamehameha I. Surrounded by cliffs up to 2000 feet high, view the ancient taro fields with rivers permeating the valley. Enjoy the multitude of cascading waterfalls and serene landscape of the mile-wide valley. Hear about the history of this majestic area from your helicopter pilot through your noise-cancelling headsets. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Check-in is 1-hour prior to tour time… - Starts 14:00, 15:05, 16:10: 3 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €455 per person - Duration: 45m - Rating: 4.93/5 from 44 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Blue Hawaiian Helicopters - Waikoloa - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 14:00, 15:05, 16:10 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-07 ## Reviews 4.93 from 44 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 43 of 44. - 5 stars: 43 (98%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 1 (2%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Use of microphones with 2-way communication with pilot - Pilot Guide who are also State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guides - All Fees and Taxes - Kohala Helicopter Tour - Use of Bose Aviation-grade, electronic noise-cancelling headsets ## Not included - USB in-flight video and photo packages available after flight for purchase. - Transportation to and from heliport - Gratuities - Private Tour ## Itinerary 1. **Kohala Coast** (pass by, no stop) - View the Kohala area known for ranching and breathtaking valleys 2. **Waimea** (pass by, no stop) - Fly by 3. **Pololu Valley** (pass by, no stop) - Fly By 4. **Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area** (pass by, no stop) - Fly by 5. **Waipio Valley Lookout** (pass by, no stop) - Surrounded by cliffs up to 2,000 feet high, this lush valley is a mile across and over fie-miles deep. The boyhood home of King Kamehameha I known as 'The Valley of the Kings'. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 14:00, 15:05, 16:10 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-07 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Check-in is 1-hour prior to tour time for weight check-in, safety briefing and to be seated on the aircraft to ensure an on-time departure. Late arrivals may not be accepted and non-refundable. Please allow ample travel time to your check-in location in case of traffic delays. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Heliport and helicopter are wheelchair accessible. A wheelchair lift is available at base to assist boarding. - Children 23 months and younger are complimentary and considered a lap child. - Check-in is 1-hour prior to tour time. This allows for guest weight check-in, a safety briefing, and to be escorted and seated on the aircraft to ensure an on-time departure. Late arrivals may not be accepted and non-refundable. Please allow ample travel time to your check-in location in case of traffic delays. - Tours/Times may vary according to wind and weather conditions - No scuba diving within 24 hrs of departure - For each guest weighing over 240 pounds (108 kg), an adjacent empty seat is required to safely balance the aircraft. The second seat charge is half off of the regular tour price. Please arrange your additional seat after booking. - You should wear dark colored clothing so not to reflect in photos. - Hats, Bags, large cameras, extending selfie sticks are not permitted on the helicopter. - You should bring a credit card for optional video/photo packages and souvenirs at heliport. - Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion. ## Compared with other Helicopter Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #2 of 5** | €455 | 45 min | 4.93 (44) | shared | | [Private Big Island Experience: 3 of 4 Window Seats](/usa/big-island/tours/private-big-island-experience-3-of-4-window-seats/?format=md) | €612 | 2h | 4.98 (93) | private | | [Exclusive Landing with Spectacular Big Island Helicopter Tour](/usa/big-island/tours/exclusive-landing-with-spectacular-big-island-helicopter-tour/?format=md) | €1047 | 2h 20m | 4.87 (38) | shared | | [Private Kona Coast Helicopter Tour: All Window Seats](/usa/big-island/tours/private-kona-coast-helicopter-tour-all-window-seats/?format=md) | €219 | 30 min | 4.85 (154) | private | Ranked #2 of 5 in Helicopter Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €219 to €1047, median €612; typical length 2h. 2 of 5 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/big-island-helicopter-tours/?format=md ## More in Big Island - All Big Island tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/tours/kohala-waterfalls-valleys-helicopter-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/big-island/?format=md