Reviewed · MAUI HELICOPTER & AIR TOURS
Maui *PRIVATE* Air Tour: Aquamarine & Emerald Dream: (2-5 People)
Maui looks different from the air. From a small private plane, you can see Molokini Crater’s horseshoe shape, Haleakala’s old lava fields, and waterfalls hidden in the folds of Waihe’e Ridge. The 30-minute flight packs a lot into a short time, with a pilot speaking through your headset as the island slips by below.
I like the private cabin and the chance to share the flight with only your own group of two to five people. I also like the porthole-style window, which gives you a clean shot for photos and video. The catch is simple: this is a very small plane, and the short route may not include every sight you hoped to see, including the Nakalele Blowhole or Haleakala’s summit.
In This Review
- Key points to know before you fly
- A short flight with a big view of Maui
- Waihe’e Ridge brings the greenest views
- The Nakalele Blowhole is a thrilling target, not a guarantee
- Molokini Crater is the star from the window
- Makena State Park links beaches and volcanoes
- Haleakala’s lava fields show Maui’s volcanic past
- Hana Highway waterfalls pass below in quick succession
- What the private format means for photos and comfort
- Is $280 per person a fair price?
- Who should book this Maui plane tour?
- Final call: book it for the view, not a checklist
- FAQ
- Where does the Maui private air tour begin?
- Where does the flight end?
- How long is the flight?
- How many people can join the private tour?
- What is included in the price?
- What sights can I see from the plane?
- What happens if bad weather cancels the flight?
Key points to know before you fly
