Volcano Deluxe Sunshine Helicopters
Sunshine Helicopters’ Volcano Helicopter Tour lasts for almost two full hours. During this Big Island Helicopter Tour, you’ll be able to experience the lava vents of the Big Island’s active volcano, Kilauea. The force of the live volcanic terrain will surely take your breath away during your Hawaii Helicopter Tour in Hilo. There is a wide variety of sights that you’ll be able to see during these thrilling Hawaii Activities. This Hawaii Tour will whisk you away through Kohala mountains’ tropical valleys, dozens of waterfalls, and above the beautiful rainforest of the Hamakua coast.
Sunshine Helicopters’ Volcano Helicopter Tour includes: complimentary coffee, ground briefing, personally narrated tour, choreographed music through rich stereophonic headsets, and air-conditioning. You’ll have the option to buy the pilot-narrated video of your flight on DVD as well.
When you’re booking your Hawaii Activities and Hawaii Tours through Big Island Activities Discount, be sure to ask about Sunshine Helicopters’ Volcano Helicopter Tour.
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Duration
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1 hour 45 minutes
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Equipment
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ASTAR: This industry standard AS 350 BA has customized, bench-style, forward-facing seats with outstanding visibility. ASTAR OPEN SEATING: This industry standard vessel can accommodate 6 passengers with seat assignment determined by balance and weight. WhisperSTAR: The EC 130 B4 WhisperSTAR was created to be the ultimate in sightseeing helicopters. This helicopter provides more interior room with individual seats, elevated rear seats, and more visibility with added plexiglass. It has first class and business seating to further enhance passenger visibility and comfort. The state-of-the-art WhisperSTAR offers excellent quiet and ultra smooth comfort. WhisperSTAR OPEN SEATING: Accommodates up to 6 passengers. Seat assignment determined by balance and weight. WhisperSTAR FIRST CLASS SEATING: The 3 front seat arrangement is replaced with 2 front seats. Passengers can enjoy first class seating next to the pilot, with additional leg and arm room. The maximum combined weight for two passengers is 490 pounds.
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Operation Days
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Daily
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Requirements
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Each participant must present a valid government issued photo ID.
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Restrictions
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Weight Limit: ASTAR - 240 lbs per passenger. WhisperSTAR - 290 lbs per passenger. If you weight over 240 lbs or a standard airline seat belt is too small, you’ll need to purchase a comfort seat on ASTAR. For passengers weighing between 200-290 lbs, open seating on WhisperSTAR is recommended. Those weighing over 290 lbs will need a comfort seat in WhisperSTAR.
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Special Notes
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Participants are not allowed to scuba dive within 24 hours before this tour.
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Where And When
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Hapuna Heliport (located in Mauna Kea), Central Hawaii
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Vendors
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Sunshine Helicopters
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Activity Type
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Helicopter Tours
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