DEPARTS: HILO / DURATION: 3.5 HOURS / AVAILABILITY: DAILY

The Lava Adventure & Waterfall Swim air adventure showcases how the story of Hawaii is inextricably linked to the elements. You will fly over Kīlauea, the most active volcano on earth, and search out glowing red lava, evidence that this fiery hot spot is constantly cycling through both creation and destruction. However, the windward side also catches enough rain to make Hilo the wettest city in the United States.

All this water fills tunnels that once flowed with lava, creating incredible rivers, pools and waterfalls all over East Hawai‘i. Hilo’s lush rain forests, Mauna Loa’s vistas and the plunging Wai‘ānuenue (Rainbow Falls), so named for the rainbows you can
see in the mist when the early morning sunshine hits the water. Choose the Hilo air adventure to see volcanic activity and waterfalls inaccessible by any other means!

After your air adventure over the volcano and lush surroundings, touchdown in a tropical fruit farm and disembark to join our exclusive partner, Hawaii Forest & Trail, on a guided ground exploration with private access to three of Hilo’s most beautiful waterfalls! A special treat awaits you at the third stop where you will enjoy a locally made lunch and swim or kayak under a 120 foot private waterfall.

SIGHTS

• Current activity at Kilauea Volcano
• Tropical rainforests of Puna
• Waterfalls of North Hilo
• Exclusive access to a 1,000 acre tropical fruit farm to see cacao, lychee, macadamia nuts, coffee, & other exotic crops
• Sample seasonal fruit and fresh macadamia nuts at a private gazebo overlooking world-famous Rainbow Falls
• Enjoy a locally made lunch while taking in stunning views
• Swim, Kayak, or Paddle under a 120 foot private waterfall

DEPARTURE TIME & LOCATION

• Departure: Mid-Morning
• Paradise Helicopters, Hilo Airport

INCLUDED IN THIS ADVENTURE

• Approx. 45 minutes* total air tour flight time in MD500 helicopter
• Two-way communication between you, your pilot, and your group
• 2.5 hour ground tour including three waterfalls
• Hike to a gorgeous waterfall and swim in it’s refreshing waters

HIGHLIGHTS

• Current activity at Kīlauea Volcano
• Tropical rainforests of Puna
• Waterfalls of North Hilo
• Exclusive access to a 1,000 acre tropical fruit farm to see cacao, lychee, macadamia nuts, coffee, & other exotic crops
• Sample seasonal fruit and fresh macadamia nuts at a private gazebo overlooking world-famous Rainbow Falls
• Enjoy a locally made lunch while taking in stunning views
• Swim, Kayak, or Paddle under a 120 foot private waterfall

DETAILS

• All cameras and sunglasses must have straps
  
• No hats permitted on flight
  
• Activity Level Easy: Suitable for adults, children and
  seniors.
  
• Closed-toe shoes required
  
• Paid parking

DURATION

• Approx. 3.5 hours, including check-in

* total flight time typically varies from 40-50 minutes

ACTIVITY LEVEL

• Easy: Suitable for adults, children and seniors.

PLEASE ARRIVE 1 HOUR PRIOR TO YOUR SCHEDULED TOUR FOR BRIEFING