The originator of helicopter tours on Kauai
All helicopters are equipped with two-way intercom systems, which allow pilots to easily converse with their passengers. We do not play prerecorded narratives during our flights. We encourage our passengers to pick up the microphone and talk with their pilot during the flight. This interaction gives the pilots some insight into their passengers' interests and allows the narration to be tailored to each group. Our pilots' narrations receive high marks from our passengers and the authors of guidebooks such as The Kauai Underground Guide and The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook. Our natural history format and the smooth flying skills of our pilots make scenic tours with Jack Harter Helicopters memories that last a lifetime!
The diversity of Kauai's landforms and terrain provides something new and fascinating to view throughout the flight. Kauai is somewhat round in shape and by convention, most helicopter tours fly around the island in a clockwise direction. Our 60 and 90-minute tours originate from the Lihue Heliport and we usually visit the following areas:
Nawiliwili Harbor and the Menehune Fishpond
Kipu Kai and the Tunnel of Trees
Manawaiopuna Falls in Hanapepe Valley
Olokele Canyon's pristine beauty
Waimea Canyon - the Grand Canyon of the Pacific
Na Pali's spectacular sea cliffs and valleys
The North Shore beaches from Ke'e to Hanalei
The Beautiful Bay and Valley of Hanalei
Mt. Waialeale - The heart of Kauai's ancient volcano
And finally, Wailua Falls
Each tour is unique. Weather and lighting conditions vary throughout the day, making the above list of scenic areas a guideline of possibilities, not a guarantee. We will often go into side canyons and valleys if the pilot feels there is something interesting to see and weather conditions permit. The only area you will see twice on most tours is the heliport.
