Soar above scenic Maui and Molokai on this unforgettable ‘doors off’ helicopter flight. Feel the island breeze in your hair as you enjoy the only doors-off helicopter flight on Maui, gliding above scenic vistas of towering waterfalls, sparkling rainbows, and unspoiled valleys thick with rainforest.

See lush rain forests, amazing waterfalls, circular rainbows, and more
Only doors-off helicopter tour on Maui
Get great photos with your cell phone thanks to no glare-causing windows
Once-in-a-lifetime experience

What's Included

Professional pilot-guide

Hotel pickup and drop off
Gratuities
Flight recording on USB available for purchase
Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

108 Lelepio Pl, Kahului, HI 96732, USA
Come to the Kahului Heliport and Air Maui Helicopters is the last hanger on the left. ** Google Maps Plus Code VHR8+2X **

Start time

Opening hours

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Choose between morning and afternoon departure options and then meet your helicopter at Maui’s Kahului Airport at your chosen hour.

Take off into the tropical skies above this scenic Hawaiian island as you embark on a once-in-a-lifetime flight above some of Maui and Molokai’s most scenic views. Enjoy views of mist-shrouded rainbows, thundering waterfalls, sheer vertical cliffs, and lush-green mountain valleys, taking advantage of the perfect photo opportunities afforded by your open-air helicopter cabin.

At the end of your ride, land back at Kahului Airport, still “floating” on air after your incredible doors-off flight. Please note the flight terms and conditions in the itinerary section below.

Maui (Pass By)

Additional Info

Total weight per passenger: 229 lbs
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
All passenger names & weights MUST be advised at time of booking. Under representation of body weight may result in cancellation at check-in with no refund.
Flight routes & sights may vary due to weather
Supplier Terms and Conditions for Doors Off (MUST READ)
ONLY YOUR CELL PHONE IS ALLOWED ON BOARD. NO OTHER CAMERA DEVICE IS ALLOWED! Air Maui will provide a lanyard for passengers cell phone that will be worn around their neck at all times during the flight.
Children must be at least 10 years of age or older to go on doors off. An adult must accompany anyone 10-18 years old. Only age 16+ can sit on an edge/outside seat.

No hats, bags or any loose items allowed.
Must wear closed toed shoes. No flip-flops or sandals.
Long hair must be tied up in a bun or braid.
Air Maui will provide each passenger a jacket that will be required for all passengers to wear during flight.
Cancellation policy: No refunds or rescheduling within 48hrs of flight time. For groups 12 or more 7 days notice is required.
Comfort seat charge for one passenger weighing 230lbs or more, a combined weight (2 passengers) of 400lbs or more or for groups of 3 or more an average weight of 190lbs or more. Any passenger over 250lbs no matter what the combined weight is must purchase a comfort seat due to safety on the doors off flight.
Not wheelchair accessible. There is no wheelchair lift to accommodate wheelchair passengers nor can the staff personally/physically assist people into the helicopter
Helicopter is a shared cabin of 6 passengers and one pilot on each flight.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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David_H

Exhilarating, thrilling and amazing experience! The scenery was outstanding and doing a helicopter tour without doors is, in my view, the best way to enjoy and capture the experience. Highly recommended.

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Canceled

Marjolaine_S, Apr 2024

Our tour was cancelled apparently for weather related reason. Was not able to rebook cause we were on the island only one dau

More secure seating

Douglas_L, Apr 2024

The pilot was awesome and gave some great history. The only suggestion I would have is to make the outside sitting person feel a little more secure than just a seatbelt. Maybe a shoulder strap or something like a handle to hang onto as it did not feel very secure at all. It probably didn’t help that we had a generously proportioned person in our seating row.

Amazing

Sara_D, Apr 2024

The experience was so different but I love it, the views are beautiful, really I recommend this experience one time in the life

100% Recommend!!

Teresa_B, Apr 2024

This was amazing! The views were breathtaking. Our pilot, Vince, was informative, fun, and very skilled. I would do this tour over and over. It was by far the best experience we had on our trip!!

Doors off tour

Bryan_G, Apr 2024

My 13 year old son and I did the doors off tour. The trip was amazing and our pilot, Richie was awesome. He was not only a great pilot, but he was very informative. I will admit, if you are the faint of heart, do the doors on your. I sat on the outside seat and literally was only inches away from the edge. Defiantly intense, but I will admit, it was a bit scary. I would do it again!

Simply amazing!

Rushabh_B, Mar 2024

Captain Drew was amazing! Was really windy up there, but with doors off that is to be expected! Outstanding views and experience. Doors off is a must do!

Amazing, breathtaking

ERIK_R, Mar 2024

The whole view of the Maui and it’s beautiful waterfalls. Also, our pilot was very knowledgeable and gave a history of the islands

Stunning Maui and Molokai.

Krista_W, Mar 2024

The helicopter tour and the pilot, Drew, were so awesome! He scenery was fantastic and Drew was personable and a great pilot. When you book a doors off helicopter ride and pay a good amount of money for it; I feel like everyone should get a door seat: the people in the middle just don’t get the same experience or picture that the people on the doors. It really is a bummer to be in the middle when you pay so much. Even though I loved the flight and pilot, I wouldn’t book again because I don’t want to be in the middle again. A $350 experience should ensure amazing views.

Birds eye view

Kerri_F, Mar 2024

Heliport operators messed up on our open door flight. Took the doors on around the island. Pilot was incredibly knowledgeable. To make up for thier mistakes they gifted us a video and picture. Will still recommend to friends.

Amazing

Ruth_M, Mar 2024

Everything! It was amazing. The scenery, pilot, the office staff. All top notch. Highly recommend the doors off flight

Great experience

Kim_C, Feb 2024

Really, all of it! First time ever in a helicopter and it did not disappoint! The views were great! All the employees knew there stuff! And our pilot Dylan was fantastic!

Unique experience

Brian_H, Feb 2024

Doors off is a great way to experience another view point of Maui and some areas you could never see unless you’re in a helicopter! It’s exhilarating and fun!

Our pilot, Vince, was...

Molly_W, Feb 2024

Our pilot, Vince, was incredible! He educated us at every turn and gave us a once in a lifetime adventure through Maui and Molokai. Would love to explore with Air Maui again!

No words

Cynthia_B, Jan 2024

One of the best experiences of our lives. Doors off is the way to go. My family of four loved every minute of the trip. Crew is well-organized and you never question your safety.

Outstanding doors-off experience!

Kevin_T, Jan 2024

Our experience on the doors off helicopter tour was outstanding. Pilot Drew was so knowledgeable and did an incredible job flying to all the best spots. The sights were one of a kind and doors-off really heightened the experience. I would recommend this tour to anyone looking to check out the breathtaking scenery of Maui and Molokai.

First time in a...

Julie_B, Dec 2023

First time in a helicopter AND doors off. What a magical experience. The views were incredible. What a fun family experience to have together.

A Flight To Remember

Donna_M, Dec 2023

The most memorable things were just having the doors off & feeling the warm air change to cool mists as we flew over different areas of Maui. Also the dips and other acrobatics. The pilot, Drew, was so personable & knowledgable.

Must do when visiting the islands!

Tracy_J, Dec 2023

Such an amazing experience! Great pilot and did a great job helping us see all there was to see! Weather was good!

Must experience when you...

Adi_L, Dec 2023

Must experience when you visit Maui and Doors off . The pilot guided us well and the music which was played on our headphones improved the experience.

A must do

Mildred_L, Nov 2023

The whole thing was well organized and amazing They provided a great experience for us I highly recommend Air. Maui and Nathan our pilot was the best

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