If you’ve never taken a helicopter ride, put it on your bucket list. It is expensive, but well worth the money. Kauai is packed with breath-taking sights from the Nā Pali Coast to Waimea Canyon, beautiful beaches, huge waterfalls and lush green forest. Our helicopter trip took about an hour and circled the entire island. While the pilot wasn’t inducing G forces like the pilot for Fox Glacier (see previous post), he got us unbelievable views. Dana always has the lucky position of sitting either in the front seat or next to the window, so credit goes to her for all the great shots.
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| Waimea Canyon |
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| Waimea Canyon |
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| Nā Pali Coast |
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| Nā Pali Coast |
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| Nā Pali Coast |
The pictures can’t portray the size and impressive nature of the Na Pali Coast. The cliffs are 3,000 feet high. As there aren’t any roads that circle this part of the island, it is just filled with natural beauty. These huge valleys were once home to ancient Hawaiians.
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| Mom and Dad Morris Loved It |
There were companies in Hawaii that operated flights with the doors off (which could yield some even more amazing photos), however they were booked up for the day we wanted to do it…..next time. Go find an amazing landscape and splurge for the helicopter ride. At the end you’ll be wondering why you didn't do this sooner. This was our fourth helicopter trip and it never gets old!
Wow, can I say wow? Dana, you did a great job and this was through windows? Just beautiful country. What an adventure the two of you have had this year!
ReplyDeleteI don't want to ride in a helicopter. I watched one crash in Holliston one day! It was scary to say the least.