Helicopter tours in Kauai
A helicopter tour over Kauai depends on clear skies. The most comfortable months are January and February, with highs around 78°F (26°C) and about 12 rainy days a month.
Photo: Jim Bahn, CC BY 2.0
Top helicopter tours in Kauai
Kauai Private Doors Off Helicopter Tour: Ultimate WaterfallsFrom $425View 
Kauai Deluxe Waterfall Safari: Helicopter TourFrom $336View 
Air Kauai: Ohana (doors-ON) Helicopter TourFrom $349View
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How to pick a good helicopter tour
- Doors-off flights give the clearest photos but are cooler and louder; bring a jacket.
- Seat allocation is often by weight. Ask whether a window seat is guaranteed.
- Book early in your trip: low cloud and rain cause cancellations, and you'll want time to rebook.
- Compare flight time, not the whole booking time. Check-in and safety briefings add 30 to 60 minutes.
Kauai month by month
Averages for Lihue Airport, Hawaii, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 79 (26) | 78 (26) | 78 (26) | 80 (27) | 82 (28) | 83 (29) | 85 (29) | 85 (30) | 85 (30) | 84 (29) | 81 (27) | 79 (26) |
| Low °F (°C) | 66 (19) | 66 (19) | 67 (20) | 69 (21) | 71 (22) | 73 (23) | 75 (24) | 75 (24) | 75 (24) | 74 (23) | 71 (22) | 69 (20) |
| Rainy days | 12 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 18 |
| Sunset (15th) | 6:15 pm | 6:35 pm | 6:47 pm | 6:58 pm | 7:10 pm | 7:23 pm | 7:25 pm | 7:10 pm | 6:42 pm | 6:14 pm | 5:55 pm | 5:57 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for helicopter tours in Kauai?
January and February. Expect highs around 78°F (26°C) and about 12 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are August and September.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Operators cancel when wind, rain or low cloud make flying unsafe, and usually offer another date or a refund. July is the rainiest month in Kauai, so leave spare days if you travel then.
Where can I book helicopter tours in Kauai?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
