No visit to the Big Island of Hawaii would be complete without a breathtaking helicopter excursion. Paradise Helicopters has a variety of unique adventures to choose from, whether you’d like to touch down in a secluded valley for hiking or a zip line trip, get close enough to feel the heat of Hawaii’s only active volcano, or view the amazing natural beauty of the island that can only be seen from a chopper. The company’s newest offering includes a helicopter trip to the Kohala coast where riders will enjoy a massage in a secluded spot surrounded by lush tropical forests and a babbling brook. (808/969-7392, www.paradisecopters.com) MASON RICHEY
