Volcano Coast Safari - 45 Min Flight

Tour ID: SAFH-01
Location: Hilo, Big Island
Duration: 45 minute Flight
Departs from: Commuter Terminal - Hilo Airport, Hilo

Hawaii is a land formed by volcanos. There is the creation of new land continually. Discover the fiery magma of Hilo, Hawaii (the Big Island) on the Volcano Coast Safari - 45 minute flight. View the hot magma, smoke plumes and lava eruptions spurting into the air.

Five volcanos have created this 4,038 square mile Big Island of Hawaii. The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park was established in 1916. See the historical creation of land right before your eyes. Find black lava deserts showing past lava flows. It is possible that you will see active volcanic surface flows, molten rock sprays and tremendous plumes of steam from the violent collision of hot molten lava and cold ocean water. This lava is dramatic and spectacular. The volcanic eruption is truly a powerful force of nature.

Madame Pele is the Hawaiian Goddess of Fire and Volcanos. She was chased from island to island and resides on Halema'uma'u. Perhaps, the lava vents are Pele expressing herself - is she in a playful or angry mood today?

The Volcano Coast Safari - 45 Min Flight offers views of the Kilauea Volcanic System. Watch the hot red lava flowing from the black molten rock. Searing temperatures are too hot to feel up close. Check out the Lava Tree Forest, the volcano leaves death and destruction, while creating new land. See the Puu'o'o vent and all of its power. The magma creates black sand beaches. Take pictures of the Kilauea Kaldera.

View areas only accessible by air. Trust in these professional helicopter pilots. Check out their certifications and bona fides. Air-conditioned helicopters are available for the customer's comfort. Tune your MP3 player to ''Earth, Wind and Fire'' to get into the mood. There are video systems that can capture your Volcano Coast Safari experience.

The 45 minute Volcano Safari Tour is not recommended for children under two years old or below 25 pounds (11 kilograms). Tourists over 250 pounds (113 kilograms) might require a special seat. Six helicopter passengers are allowed. Weight restrictions may apply for total passenger helicopter weight.

A combination of clothes might be the best option - the wind can be cold, but the volcano is hot. Other items to bring include sunglasses and sunscreen. Front and window seats are the best. It is wise to book early in the vacation, since bad weather might lead to cancellation.

The Volcano Coast Safari 45 Min Flight leaves from the commuter terminal at the Hilo Airport, Hilo, Hawaii. Flight times can be arranged when booking the tour. Every day land is being destroyed and created on Hawaii, take the Volcano Coast Safari - 45 Min Flight to view this impressive natural process.

Departure Information:
Commuter Terminal - Hilo Airport, Hilo-Hawaii

Time: Please Select a desired time for your helicopter Safari in the booking procedures.

Note: Persons over 250 lbs may require an extra seat depending on the total weight and balance of the helicopter. Maximum passengers is 6.