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Island Helicopters

PO Box 831, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766
808 245 8588
Ranked #5 of 16 tours in Lihue
5.0 of 5 stars 184 Reviews
Type: Tours
Traveller Description: Visit www.islandhelicop... specials. Island Helicopters  has been in business for over 32 years at the Lihue Airport. They are a small, family owned... more »
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Las Vegas, Nevada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

This ride/tour was hands down one of the most awesome things I have ever done. Period. The Helicopter Ride was smooth and the Pilot demonstrated the utmost confidence in his abilities. The Waterfall Tour was beautiful and something not very many people get to see in their lifetimes. Currently the Waterfall landing is only available through Island Helicopters so if... More

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Roseburg, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
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Like the last review, we also had seats 3 and 4, but never felt that we missed out on any of the view. Our pilot, Isaac, was awesome and took the time to be sure to turn the chopper so that everyone on board had a good view. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see the... More

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Bangkok, Thailand
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Awesome helicopter tour around Kauai Island. The pilot is very skillful, and the whole ride was fun. Anyway, just to give some information to tourists who want to try this tour. When make a payment at the office, don't hesitate to ask what seats you gonna get, coz there are six seats in the heli, two front seats on the... More

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Curtis Lofstedt, Owner at Island Helicopters, responded to this review
11 May 2012

Thank you for taking the time to post your comments about your experience with Island Helicopters. How lucky you are that you chose us for your helicopter tour, we are the only company in Hawaii that can land at a waterfall during our tour! There are all types of helicopters flying on Kauai. There are four seaters with an 18"... More

Lanoka Harbor, NJ
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012
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person found this review helpful

We went on Friday, 5/4/2012 and had a great time. The pilot, Issac,made the flight twice as enjoyable. His personal manner and friendly demeanor made everyone relax and enjoy the ride. He was very knowledgeable and shared even things about himself. Island Helicopters are very lucky to have such a great and experience pilot on their payroll who knows so... More

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Folsom, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
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person found this review helpful

My wife and I wanted to take a helicopter tour as we did 30 years ago when we honeymooned on Kauai. We looked online at many sites and almost booked with a "low cost" helicopter tour company. After looking at all the additional costs the difference was minimal; we decided to go with Island Helicopters. We arrived on time at... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

My husband and I had no intentions of doing a tour when we arrived in Kauai, however, we heard some guests and concierge discussing at the Hyatt and it really sparked his interest. Lorraine at the Hyatt recommended the Jurasaic Falls tour and she was spot on. I was very hesitant due to concerns of safety and motion sickness, but... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

We had a fantastic time with Island Helicopters and our pilot, Gary. Prior to taking off, the entire process went smoothly and although I was a little anxious about being motion sick (take drammamine if you tend to get sick!), the staff was very friendly and professional and put me at ease about my first helicopter flight. Gary's choice of... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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Simply, wow--the best money ive ever spent on a vaction attraction, bar none-Our pilot was excellent and the music was perfectly scored for the tour-the Na Pali Coast was breathtaking. Would do it again in a heartbeat.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

This is THE BEST tour I have taken in my life. The scenery will take your breath away. The Jurassic Park landing is the best. Standing next to the waterfall listening, feeling the wind, water droplets on your skin and breathing in the fresh air, is just super. The flight around the island, the view is simply majestic. I am... More

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Kauai
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

I have done the activities on Kauai; practically all of them, you name them: luau, helicopter rides, ziplines, ATV, horseback riding, Na Pali Snorkel & Sunset tours, garden tours, Fern Grotto boat tour. The Manawaiopuna (Jurrasic Waterfall) waterfall island tour is insanely amazing! A must do! I live here and know my island home; this tour will blow your socks,... More

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