About Rainbow Helicopters – Coastal Sights Unseen
Rotors hum to life over Kona Airport, and in moments the shoreline unfurls beneath you: ancient Kaloko fishponds carved into lava rock, the sapphire sweep of Kailua Bay and palm-lined Alii Drive tracing the water's edge. Heading south, the powdery crescent of Magic Sands Beach contrasts with the emerald terraces of Kona coffee farms before the helicopter banks over Kealakekua Bay, where the Captain Cook Monument marks a chapter of island history.
An inland turn reveals the dark cones of Kaupulehu Crater and the rugged flanks of Hualalai volcano, soon giving way to the green expanse of Puu Waawaa Forest Reserve. The loop north glides above Kiholo's turquoise lagoons and the hidden white sand of Makalawena Beach before returning to Kona, leaving camera cards loaded with coastal color and volcanic drama.
Doors Off Option: Keep the cabin enclosed for a cozy ride or choose doors off when booking for unobstructed views and an exhilarating rush of trade-wind air.
Tour Highlights
- Kona Coast
- Kaloko fishponds
- Kailua Bay
- Alii Drive
- Magic Sands Beach
- Kona coffee farms
- Kealakekua Bay
- Captain Cook Monument
- Hualalai volcano
- Kaupulehu crater
- Puu Waawaa Forest Reserve
- Kiholo Bay
- Makalawena Beach
Activity Notes
Duration
45 minutes
Inclusions
- Parking Fees
Exclusions
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Safety of flight is our primary concern. The operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or appear to be intoxicated. Intoxicated passengers will not fly and they will be charged in full.
- For doors off tours, jackets and/or sweatshirts, closed toe shoes, and hair ties are required. Long pants are recommended.
- For each guest weighing 250 pounds or more, a weight and balance fee is required to safely balance the aircraft. For guests weighing between 250-275 lbs, a fee in the amount of 50% of the seat price will be assessed after booking. For guests weighing 275 lbs or higher, an additional seat purchase will be assessed after booking.
- All passengers 24 months and older must purchase a full fare seat.
- When booking the doors off experience, your seat may or may not be directly adjacent to an open door.
Meeting & Check-in
- Meeting point: We are located in the Big Island Jet Center building. Please park in the large parking lot South of the brown building. Come inside the front doors of the brown building. Our direct address is 73-4370 Pao’o Street, Kailua Kona, HI 96740.
- Pickup: Meet at the designated start point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Vendor
This activity is operated by Rainbow Helicopters.
