11 Molokai Tours Worth the Early Start

1.West Maui and Molokai Special 45-Minute Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 759 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $332Our pick

Depart Kahului for a 45-minute flight over West Maui’s rainforests, ridgelines, beaches, and waterfalls, then cross to Molokai’s towering north-shore cliffs. Your pilot narrates the scenery in a shared six-passenger A-Star helicopter. Dark clothing helps reduce window reflections, and the route can change with weather.

“Outstanding service, staff and experience. The Molokai tour was beautiful. Captain Kirk was a stud pilot”

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2.Doors Off West Maui and Molokai 45 minute Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 487 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $388

From Kahului, Air Maui takes you on a 45-minute doors-off flight over Molokai’s towering north-shore cliffs and West Maui’s rainforest, waterfalls and coast. Six passengers share the helicopter with a pilot-guide. Bring only your tethered cell phone, and plan for wind, changing weather and strict weight and clothing rules.

“I’m not sure where to start, there is so many positive and amazing things about this experience. First off, Drew our pilot did an awesome job! He was informative & knowledgeable about all the locations from air that we got to see. He knows”

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3.Deluxe Helicopter Tour of Molokai and Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 324 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $375

Take a 55-minute helicopter flight from Kahului across the Pailolo Channel to Molokai’s towering sea cliffs, Kahiwa Falls and Halawa Valley, then return over West Maui, Iao Valley and Honokohau Falls. Your pilot provides live commentary, and the EC130 helicopter carries up to seven passengers. Seats are assigned by weight and balance, so requests are not guaranteed.

“A helicopter ride in Hawaii needs to be on everyone's bucket list! The most beautiful, breathtaking views, and a rainbow to seal the deal! Bonus was finding whales on our way back!!!! Professional, exceptional, top notch service. We all felt 100% safe and relaxed. Perfect commentary and knowledge of our surroundings, very impressive! We will highly recommend this exciting, professional, excursion, hands down!”

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4.Two-Island Scenic Helicopter Flight to Molokai

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 165 reviews · 55 min · from $369

Depart from Kahului on a small-group helicopter flight over Maui and Molokai. Look down on Molokai’s sea cliffs and Kahiwa Falls, cross Pailolo Channel, then see Honokohau Falls and Iao Valley from above. The 55-minute trip includes an English-speaking pilot and in-flight commentary; pilot names have included Eddy, Jake, Tone, and John, but your pilot is assigned on the day.

“Carlos was excellent and so was the ride! This was my second time flying with maverick and they have always been exceptional! We were able to see many waterfalls and whales along with some history of the island. Worth every penny as you get to experience the island in a way you aren’t able to without a helicopter. 10/10 will definitely be back again next year!”

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5.West Maui and Molokai 60-Minute Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 75 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $443

Fly for about an hour over West Maui and Molokai in a six-seat A-Star helicopter, with a pilot narrating the route by headset. Look for Honokohau Falls, Halawa Valley, and Molokai’s immense sea cliffs. Departures are offered in the morning and afternoon, and winter flights may spot humpback whales in the channel.

“Best activity of trip. I would do this again. Our pilot was great! Best views on trip.”

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6.Doors-off West Maui and Molokai Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15 reviews · from $403

Depart Kahului Heliport for a 45-minute, doors-off flight over West Maui’s mountains and rainforest, then cross the Pailolo Channel to Molokai’s north shore. Your English-speaking pilot provides narration and music. Air Maui supplies a windbreaker, goggles and a phone lanyard; only your cell phone may come aboard for photos.

“Amazing! I booked this tour for my husband’s birthday, and he loved it! Our pilot was fantastic, he made sure all passengers had an opportunity to view the sights of islands. One of the best things you can experience on Maui is to get a flight on helicopter! Absolutely recommend!”

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7.Maui & Molokai Spectacular with Exclusive Landing Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $614

Fly from Kahului with a State of Hawaii certified pilot-guide, taking in West Maui, Molokai’s towering sea cliffs and sights such as Haleakala Crater and Hana Town when conditions allow. The approximately 90-minute tour includes an exclusive landing with South Maui views and drinks. Flights carry no more than six travelers.

“No other way to truly experience Maui and all the beauty it holds. Our pilot, Tim was very knowledgeable, friendly and funny. We saw whales, turtles and manta rays!”

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8.West Maui and Molokai Special 45-Minute Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 45 min · from $346

Board a small-group helicopter at Kahului Heliport for 45 minutes over West Maui’s rainforest and waterfalls, then cross the Pailolo Channel to Molokai’s sea cliffs. Your pilot provides English narration and music through your headset. The flight returns to Kahului, with a maximum of six participants.

“SPECTACULAR! I can’t recommend this enough. Our pilot was humorous and extremely knowledgeable and really added to the experience. Loved every moment of this.”

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9.Waterfalls of West Maui and Molokai Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 50 min · from $419

From Kahului, a State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guide pilots a small-group Eco-Star helicopter over West Maui and Molokai. Expect rainforest valleys, knife-edged peaks, remote bays and waterfalls dropping down Molokai’s north shore. The 50-minute flight includes Bose noise-cancelling headsets and two-way communication with your pilot.

“Best way to explore Maui! Stunning helicopter tour with an amazing guide! Highly recommended!”

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10.First Class Waterfalls of West Maui and Molokai Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $667

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters takes you from Kahului over West Maui’s ridges, waterfalls, and ‘Iao Valley, then across the Pailolo Channel to Molokai’s sea cliffs and Pelekunu Bay. You get a front seat with floor-to-ceiling windows, noise-cancelling headsets, and a State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guide at the controls.

“We had a great time. Very professional, friendly and well versed on Maui and surrounding Islands. The chopper was way cooll We highly recommend the tour”

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11.Maui and Molokai: Spectacular Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $559

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters takes you over West Maui’s valleys, rainforests, and waterfalls, then across Molokai to its towering sea cliffs. A State of Hawaii Certified Tour Guide pilot narrates the 1.5-hour flight, which includes a 20-minute stop at Ulupalakua Ranch. The six-person tour uses an EC-130 helicopter.

“It was a great feeling to fly so close to the mountains in the valleys. Very nice pilot. He shared a lot of interesting information. The service before and after the flight was also very good.”

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