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Jurassic Park Scenes on A Maui Helicopter Tour
Jurassic Rock and Maui’s Iconic Waterfalls by Helicopter
Did you know that some of Hawaii’s most iconic movie moments were filmed right here on Maui? One of the most famous locations is Keopuka Rock, also known as Jurassic Rock, made legendary by its appearance in the opening scenes of the original Jurassic Park (1993). This dramatic outcrop can be seen near the Garden of Eden Arboretum along the Road to Hana—but the best way to take in its cinematic splendor is from the sky.
How to See Jurassic Rock from a Helicopter
To get the best view of Jurassic Rock, book one of these Hana-focused helicopter tours that fly along Maui’s lush northeast coastline:
These flights offer unforgettable perspectives of the coastline, valleys, and waterfalls that define the beauty of East Maui.
There are also some amazing waterfalls on Maui and Molokai that are not featured in the Jurassic Park movies. You can see waterfalls on any Maui helicopter tour that you choose although some of the most dramatic waterfalls are located in the interior of the West Maui Mountains and the Northshore of Molokai. The West Maui Mountains are one of the wettest locations in the world and receive between 400-500 inches of rain annually. This area is estimated to be 1.7 million years old. The valleys which have been carved out from erosion are breathtaking. The West Maui Mountains is home to the largest waterfall in Maui, rising just above 1100 feet.
To see experience the Wall of Tears, choose one of these tours:
The Northshore of Molokai has the tallest sea cliffs in the world and some of the largest waterfalls in Hawaii. Papalaua Falls towers at 1200 feet and is one of the most photographed waterfalls you will see on your Maui helicopter tour to Molokai.
If you love waterfalls we recommend the West Maui Mountains and Molokai flight: