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Drone Photography in Kohala Coast

Kohala Coast, Hawaii (Big Island)

⏱ 90 minutes

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About this experience

Drone Photography in Kohala Coast is a guided aerial photography session on the Big Island of Hawaii, operating from the dry, lava-rich landscapes between Waikoloa and Pololu Valley. The activity provides a licensed pilot and FAA-compliant drone to capture the coastline's black cliffs, turquoise bays, and ancient fishponds from altitudes up to 120 metres. Each session is tailored to the morning light, when trade winds are calm and shadows define the volcanic terrain.

What to expect

90-minute session includes a pre-flight briefing, a DJI Mavic 3 Pro drone, and a live monitor so you see every frame as it is captured.
You will fly over at least three distinct sites: the Anaeho'omalu fishponds, the Kiholo Bay lava tube, and the Pololu Valley lookout, each with a different geological character.
All raw 5.4K video and 48-megapixel still images are transferred to a provided USB drive at the end of the flight, with no post-editing required.
Suitable for beginners and hobbyists; the pilot handles all flight controls, while you direct the camera angle and composition via a paired tablet.
Sessions run at sunrise or two hours before sunset, when the low sun rakes across the lava fields and the ocean surface is most reflective.
A printed flight map and a laminated guide to Hawaii's drone regulations are included, so you can replicate the shots legally on your own later.