DESCRIPTION

Tour the most geologically active environment on earth-the famous Kilauea volcano, which has been continuously erupting since 1983. View lava flows and black sand beaches. Experience all the awesome spectacle of Madame Pele's lava and volcanic badlands, then explore the lush rainforests of the Hamakua Coast. The towering sea cliffs open into the dramatically deep and meandering valleys of the Kohala Mountains. Beautiful waterfalls cascade thousands of feet into the rainforest below and remnants of ancient Hawaiian settlements are still visible. This is the perfect finish to the ultimate Big Island adventure. This tour was voted #1 by The Travel Channel as the "World's Best Helicopter Thrill."

ECO-STAR DETAILS

• 23% increase in cabin space over the A-Star affords significantly greater personal space for guests, along with improved visibility with over 65 square feet of glass for 180 degree unobstructed views.
• Superior comfort; individual seats for every passenger afford the kind of shoulder room and personal space found in airline "First Class" seating.
• Raised rear seating and wrap-around glass cockpit, for significantly improved visibility from every seat.
• First helicopter specifically designed for touring, utilizing the latest aircraft and avionics technologies. High-tech, enclosed "Fenestron," or "Fan in Fin," replaces A-Star's conventional tail rotor. Fenestron is: Safer, Quieter and More efficient, using 25% less engine horsepower, which can now be utilized by the main rotorsystem.
• State-of-the-art fuel control automatically optimizes main rotor speed for quietest operations and instant power response. Achieved with a "Full Authority Digital Electronic Control" (FADEC), utilizing dual electronic channels with one electrical backup channel and a third hydro-mechanical backup control.
• Engines that use latest "Grown Crystal" technology for turbine blades - increasing power, heat tolerance and fuel and fuel efficiency. This, along with the FADEC, is the same technology used in state-of-the-art airline engines such those on the leading-edge Boeing 777.
• Dual hydraulic systems.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Availability: Daily
• Time: 8:30 am or 10:30 am
• Location: Waikoloa Heliport - Click here for directions.
• Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes
• Fuel Surcharge will be added at check out.
• Purchase 6 seats for a private flight.

ADD ONS

• Exclusive Landing Add-on Option
  The ultimate add on to your tour, take in the absolute wonder as your pilot descends amongst the lush flora and fauna along 1,200 foot cliffs to a grassy landing pad. Step out of your Eco-Star helicopter at the edge of a fresh water pool and the thundering Waterfall. Enjoy photo opportunities with the rainforest backdrop and mist of the falls. 20 minute add-on to tour (Available on all Departures from Waikoloa)
• Front row (min/max purchase of 2 seats) - Combined front row seat weight must be under 470 lbs and individual passenger weights must be under 240 lbs. Should actual weights during check-in exceed any of these limits guests will be accommodated in other seats and a refund will be made for the premium upgrade fee

RESTRICTIONS

• FAA regulations require all passengers and bags to be weighed at check-in. For each passenger weighing 240 pounds or more, an additional seat must be purchased in advance of the tour. The charge for an adjacent empty seat is reduced to 50% off of the retail tour price. This is for the safety and comfort of all passengers. It is important to provide accurate body weight when booking. This Policy is STRICTLY ENFORCED. Guests will be weighed on site and a refund will not be available if you are outside the limits.
• Helicopter holds a maximum of 6 passengers