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Helicopter view of the Na Pali Coast's green sea cliffs and valleys on Kauai

Na Pali Coast Helicopter Tours

Green ridges rise from the Pacific, opening into deep valleys along the Na Pali Coast. A Na Pali Coast helicopter tour shows you this remarkable stretch of Kauai, with options for a doors-on cabin, an open-air flight or a tour that also includes a canyon landing.

  • Na Pali Coast views
  • From $336 per person
  • Cancellation terms vary by tour
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Where the cliffs meet the Pacific

Na Pali is a coastline of sharp ridges, steep green slopes and valleys opening towards the sea. From a helicopter, the contrast is striking: the folds of the mountains on one side, the open Pacific beyond them.

Make the coast part of a wider flight over Kauai. The tours below also feature inland scenery, with different cabin styles and the option of a landing in Olokele Canyon on Safari's canyon-landing tour.

Staying in Princeville or elsewhere on the North Shore? These listed flights depart from the Lihue area, so allow for the journey to your operator's meeting point.

Choose your Na Pali helicopter flight

Enjoy the coastline through the windows of a doors-on cabin, feel the open air on a doors-off flight, or combine the views with a canyon landing. Compare the four tours below.

Deluxe Waterfall Safari Helicopter Tour — Safari Helicopters tour photo

Doors-On

Deluxe Waterfall Safari Helicopter Tour

Safari Helicopters

4.8 out of 5 · 487 reviews
  • A 60-minute doors-on helicopter flight
  • A route featuring the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon and Manawaiopuna Falls
  • A small-group tour with up to six passengers

From $336 per person

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure

1 hour aloft

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Kauai Sightseeing Helicopter Flight: Waimea Canyon, Jurassic Falls & More — Safari Helicopters tour photo

Canyon Landing

Kauai Sightseeing Helicopter Flight: Waimea Canyon, Jurassic Falls & More

Safari Helicopters

4.8 out of 5 · 325 reviews
  • Combine aerial sightseeing with a landing in Olokele Canyon
  • A route featuring Manawaiopuna Falls, Waimea Canyon and the Na Pali Coast
  • A 90-minute tour in total, including the ground stop

From $369 per person

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure

1h 30m total, incl. landing

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Doors-Off Helicopter Adventure — Air Kauai Helicopter Tours tour photo

Doors-Off

Doors-Off Helicopter Adventure

Air Kauai Helicopter Tours

5.0 out of 5
  • A 45-minute helicopter flight with the doors off
  • Open-air views with no window glass in the doorway
  • A route featuring the Na Pali Coast and Waimea Canyon

From $386 per person

Check cancellation terms before booking

45 minutes aloft

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Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour — Blue Hawaiian Helicopters tour photo

Doors-On

Eco Adventure Helicopter Tour

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters

5.0 out of 5 · 47 reviews
  • A 50-minute doors-on helicopter flight
  • A route featuring the Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon and Manawaiopuna Falls
  • Pilot-guided sightseeing over Kauai

From $449 per person

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure

50 minutes aloft

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Highlights of the Waterfall Safari route

The featured Safari flight includes coastal and inland sightseeing from Lihue. The sequence and access to particular sights depend on conditions.

  1. Depart from Lihue

    Meet the Safari team for check-in before your helicopter flight.

  2. Na Pali Coast

    See the green ridges, sea cliffs and valleys of Kauai's northwest coastline.

  3. Waimea Canyon

    Look across the canyon's red rock walls and branching valleys.

  4. Manawaiopuna Falls

    See the waterfall made famous by Jurassic Park from the air. This is a flyover, not a landing at the falls.

  5. Return to Lihue

    Complete the sightseeing flight back in Lihue.

See Na Pali from a new perspective

Follow the folds of the green cliffs with your eyes, from the ridgelines down towards the Pacific. Make this coastline part of your Kauai flight.

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A coast best appreciated in its surroundings

A photograph can frame a single ridge or beach. The appeal of seeing Na Pali from the air is the wider setting: valleys between the cliffs, the shape of the shoreline and the ocean stretching away from it.

On Waterfall Safari, that coastal scenery is part of a flight that also features Kauai's inland landscapes. Watch through the cabin windows and listen as your pilot introduces the sights.

What's included with Waterfall Safari

The featured Safari booking includes the helicopter flight and a pilot-guide.

Included

  • Pilot and guide
  • Helicopter tour

Not included

  • Tips

Where to meet for Waterfall Safari

Meet at Safari Helicopters, 3225 Akahi Street, Lihue. Follow the check-in and arrival instructions provided with your booking.

Safari Helicopters

3225 Akahi St, Lihue, HI 96766

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Before your Waterfall Safari flight

Flight time
60 minutes for the featured Deluxe Waterfall Safari.
Passenger weights
An additional seat must be purchased for any guest weighing 250 pounds or more, or any two guests weighing 420 pounds or more combined.
Group size
Up to six passengers.
Seating
Check seating arrangements with Safari before booking if you have a specific preference. Do not assume that a particular side or seat can be reserved.
Weather
Weather can affect the route and access to particular sights. Follow your operator's updates about your departure.
Photography
Waterfall Safari is a doors-on flight, so photographs are taken through cabin windows. Check Safari's rules for cameras, phones and bags before you travel.

What travellers say about Na Pali flights

Three themes recur in reviews of these coastal flights: the coastline's scale from the air, pilots who make sure both sides of the cabin see it, and a smooth process from check-in to landing.

Traveller feedback, summarized by our editors.

  • Germany · August 15, 2026

    A traveller from Germany was left speechless by a flight they will never forget, with spectacular scenery and a knowledgeable pilot making everything about it perfect.

  • Netherlands · July 3, 2026

    A traveller from the Netherlands called the flight fantastic with a good live guide, and passed on a practical tip: the seats on the right generally reward you with the better angles, though the pilot flies around each highlight so everyone sees them well.

  • Germany · June 14, 2026

    A traveller from Germany described the whole operation from the business base and shuttle to the airport, seat assignment and the six-seat boarding, and a calm, pleasant flight over waterfalls, gorges and the coast.

Planning your Na Pali Coast flight

Will the flight cover the entire Na Pali Coast?
The tours listed here include the Na Pali Coast in their described routes. This does not guarantee a pass along every mile of the shoreline. The exact route depends on the product and conditions on the day.
Do these tours depart from Princeville?
The tours listed on this page depart from the Lihue area. If you are staying in Princeville or elsewhere on the North Shore, plan your journey to the operator's meeting point and follow the required check-in time.
Does the flight also include Waimea Canyon?
The four listed tours include Waimea Canyon in their described routes. Check your chosen product's itinerary for the other sights included. Weather may affect the route flown.
Which side of the helicopter should I choose?
Do not rely on a universal "best side" recommendation. Views depend on the route, direction and seating arrangement. Ask your operator about seating before booking if a particular position matters to you. A preference is not a confirmed seat.
How much does a Na Pali Coast helicopter tour cost?
The tours shown here have listed starting fares from $336 to $449 per person. Check the price for your date and party, including whether passenger-weight rules require an additional seat.
Does Waterfall Safari include a canyon landing?
No. The featured Deluxe Waterfall Safari is the 60-minute sightseeing flight. Safari's separate 90-minute tour includes a landing in Olokele Canyon, with the ground stop included in that total duration.
Can I see Na Pali on an airplane tour?
Yes. The airplane tours listed on this site also include the Na Pali Coast in their described routes. Explore the airplane tours for another way to see the coast, or compare both formats on the Kauai Air Tours homepage.

Make Na Pali part of your Kauai story

Join Safari's 60-minute helicopter tour for coastal views, canyon scenery and a waterfall flyover.

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