Big Island, Hawaii: Volcanoes National Park Safari
Overview
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55 minutes
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Safari Helicopters is the longest running helicopter company on Big island. We have been offering these quality tours for many years, and we love what we do. As a family owned and operated business for over 35+ years, we feel our family friendly atmosphere and customer service set us apart from our competition. We offer some of the best prices for one of the safest companies around. Come join us on a Safari.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional seat required for passengers over 250 lbs or combined weight of two people at 420 lbs
Show time is 1 hr prior to departure time, failure to show up on time may result in forfeiture of seat with no refund
Accurate weights are important. if accurate weights are not given you may be forced to purchase another seat or step down from the tour. There will be no refund given for issues of inaccurate weights resulting in a safety issue.
What To Expect
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Travelers will take of from Hilo Airport where they will fly directly to the volcanoes national park. Along the way they will see orchid farms and lush native forest that are in large part only found on big island. The volcanoes national park gives breathtaking views of lava flows both old and new.
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Big Island, Hawaii: Volcanoes National Park Safari
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Helicopter Flight over Volcanoes National Park
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Snacks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
581 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The pilot could have told...
Gyongyver S,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00The pilot could have told us that the volcano was not active that day, but he really didn't say much as he flew us over the crater. If he would have told us, we wouldn't have expected see anything spectacular.
What a joke!! this was...
Michael T,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00WHAT A JOKE!! This was touted as a tour of the Volcano National Park. Instead, for our $379 we hovered over lava fields for 50 minutes and saw a couple waterfalls. To make matters worse, employees knew when we checked in there was no way we were going to see the volcano. When you go on a whale watching tour and don’t see whales your fee is reimbursed. No mention of a refund was offered. I will never go on another Safari tour!
The personel and pilot...
Ricardo C,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The personel and pilot was very professional and experienced. The pilot was very knowledgeable about the volcano and craters from pass eruptions. Good job, keep it up.
The staff were very...
Natsuko K,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The staff were very friendly. The pilot was super knowledgeable about the area. He must be a geographer or nature conservator or something, or may be a PhD holder. I would love to go back to the adventure.
Amazing first ever helicopter ride
Rachna A,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The safari helicopter crew were friendly and very helpful. Our pilot Andrew is very experienced and our flight was very smooth. We were all first time helicopter fliers, so were very nervous but it wasn’t scary at all. He shared lots of fun information about Hawaii and showed us amazing views. One recommendation about the time slot, pick an earlier time if you can. We went around noon and it was really hot even though the helicopter was climate controlled.
First timers
Amanda C,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience!!! The views was a amazing. Being in such a small vessell was an experience itself. The crew and pilot was so nice. Worth checking out.
Great experience!!
Randall S,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved our flight and our pilot was excellent. We couldn’t get to the volcano because of rain but he took us over the lava fields, waterfalls, river and part of Hilo. Told us so much stuff during the flight we didn’t even need to use the mic to ask any questions. The ladies helping with take off and landing were super helpful to get us on our flight and extremely nice. Cookie was great! I would take this flight again when visiting Hawaii. First time in a helicopter and was a wonderful experience.
Truly one of a kind
Brandon W,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely amazing experience. Pilot and crew were phenomenal. Very knowledgeable and safe. Unlike anything you've ever done.
whoo hoo!
lilye260,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00sucked,j,k it was amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Disappointed
arorainder,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00We booked this tour and last minute the weather would not allow us to go to the volcano. Until then it was fine. They could have called us and let us know saving the 2 hour drive there. I got the feeling they did not say anything as once we are there they would send us on another tour. There were 6 of us in the group and either all 6 went on the substituted tour or no one went. Then they proceeded to ask in front of everyone whether we agree to the waterfall tour. While they said no pressure, there is pressure as if 4 agree u feel bad say no. They offered a refund but again all 6 had to agree on the same decision. The waterfall tour was very disappointing as well. They should have communicated much earlier that the weather was not conducive for volcano and only if some wanted to go on the substituted tour that should have been allowed. Will not deal with them again. Weather they can't control. Communication they can.
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