Kauai by Air - A Totally Different Kauai

To experience Kauai by land is a magnificent treat. Her wild untouched natural beauty sprawls before you at every turn, she is like no other place on earth. But did you know that 90% of Kauai is inaccessibly by motor vehicle travel and only 30% of her gorgeous landscapes can be viewed on foot? Within her remote region are emerald rain forest, crystal clear flowing waterfalls, and other tropical visual treasures many of the visitors to the Garden Island never get to see. To discover these hidden wonders you must see her from the air. Kauai by air is a totally different Kauai.

Panoramic vistas of cascading waterfalls, razor thin cliff faces, and the variegated coloring on the layers of the landscapes are all provided as you are treated to a view of this mini continent very few people ever get to see. Soar upward and visit the cloud covered Kauaikini Peak as it stretches 5,243 feet above sea level (the highest point on Kauai). Drop down into the lush tropical valleys of Kalalau. And watch as the untouched interior and other parts of Kauai's spectacular scenery lay, spread out in front of you.

There are three options available for you to witness Kauai by air, by helicopter, by fixed wing airplane, and by ultra light trike. Each offers it own adventure and change to see the island's incomparable natural beauty. A fixed wing airplane flight seeing tour of Kauai can range in length from 30 to 60 minutes. Aboard a circa 1930's or 1940's replica single fixed wing or open cockpit biplane aircraft, you get the opportunity to leisurely tour the entire island. These flights depart from the Lihue airport and offer pre designed sight seeing flights or customized excursions.

For the truly adventurous, those who want to really let the wind blow through their hair; the ultra light trike is the only way to travel. These gasoline engine powered, open air, hang gliders fit two people and provides a thrilling flight seeing experience you can only dream of. The imagery is incredible and the vantage point it grants as you view Kauai by air is indescribable. This is extreme flight seeing at its best. If you choose this option to see Kauai by air, be prepared to experience something you will remember for the rest of your life.

Helicopter is the option most visitors choose when electing to experience Kauai by air. This safe, closed compartment, state of the art, air transportation flight seeing outing varies in length from 45 to 90 minutes depending on the package you book. The companies also offer customized specialty tours. Helicopter companies are available island wide and many are based out of the Lihue airport area.

An airborne adventure over the Kauai landscape is the piece de resistance of any visit to the Garden Island. You develop a different perspective and respect for the ainia (land) when you see her from the air. In all of her magnificent splendor and beauty she lays there before you, giving you the opportunity to see a totally different Kauai which you could never witness from the ground.

Resource: Personal Experience

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