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From Honolulu: Oahu Helicopter Tour with Doors On or Off

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Activity provider: Rainbow Helicopters
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    From Honolulu: Oahu Helicopter Tour with Doors On or Off

    Activity provider: Rainbow Helicopters

    From US$ 375 per person

    Soar above Hawaii's iconic attractions on a helicopter tour from Honolulu. Admire the views over Oahu with your choice of doors on or off.

    About this activity

    Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund
    Covid-19 precautions
    Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details. Learn more
    Duration 1 hour
    Check availability to see starting times.
    Live tour guide
    English
    Wheelchair accessible
    Private group available

    Experience

    Itinerary
    1 hour

    • Honolulu

    • Waikiki (view)

    • Diamond Head, Hawaii (view)

    • Makapu‘u Point (view)

    • Koʻolau Range, Oahu (view)

    • Kaneohe Bay (view)

    • McCully - Moiliili, Honolulu CDP (view)

    • Ka'a'awa Valley (view)

    • North Shore, Oahu (view)

    • Waimea Bay (view)

    • Dole Plantation (view)

    • Pearl Harbor (view)

    • USS Arizona Memorial (view)

    • Honolulu

    Meeting point
    Main stop
    Highlights
    • Enjoy your helicopter tour around Oahu with doors on or off
    • See spectacular island sights like North Shore's Banzai Pipeline, the Chinaman’s Hat, Makapu’u Lighthouse, the Sacred Falls, and Kaneohe Bay
    • Fly over the USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor
    • Experience dazzling panoramas of Waikiki Beach & Diamond Head
    Full description

    Hop aboard a helicopter and admire Oahu’s landmarks on a guided flight tour from Honolulu. See the Waikiki skyline from above, fly past Diamond Head, and round the volcanic cliffs to Makapu’u Lighthouse. Choose a private or shared tour, with your choice of an on-or-off door experience.

    Make your way to the local partner’s helipad to begin your experience. Ascend above the city and follow the Windward Coast, with breathtaking views of the Ko’olau Mountains in the distance. Listen to your guide's live tour commentary.

    Pass Lanikai Beach and see its gorgeous coral formations. Cruise over Kaneohe Bay and discover why this place is regarded as one of the most scenic locations on Earth.

    Glide past the “Chinaman’s Hat” off the east coast of Oahu. See the Ka’a’awa Valley—the historic home of the island’s kings. Plus, take in views of the lush rainforest surrounding the Sacred Falls.

    Continue onto the North Shore to spot surfers at the Banzai Pipeline and Waimea Bay. Loop back to Honolulu and get a glimpse of the pineapple-tastic Dole Plantation.

    Finally, pass over the iconic Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, before returning to the helipad.

    Includes
    • Helicopter tour around Oahu
    • Choice of doors on or off
    • Live guided tour commentary
    • Straps and cases provided for cell phones at base
    • Gratuities (optional)
    Not suitable for
    • People diving up to 24 hours prior
    • People over 260 lbs (118 kg)
    Covid-19 precautions
    Safety measures in place
    • All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
    Traveler requirements
    • You are required to bring and wear a mask
    • You will receive a mandatory temperature check

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    Meeting point

    Please arrive 60 minutes before your scheduled tour to check in and for a mandatory safety briefing. Look for the Castle & Cooke Aviation building at Honolulu International Airport. If you are driving yourself there, park in the left-hand side parking lot, enter through the large glass doors at the main entrance, and head down to the end of the hall.

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    Important information

    What to bring

    • Jacket
    • Long pants
    • Hair tie
    • Closed-toe shoes

    Not allowed

    • Intoxication

    Know before you go

    • The operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or appear to be intoxicated, and they'll be charged in full
    • When booking the doors off experience, your seat may or may not be directly adjacent to an open door
    • Only passengers weighing 80 lbs (36 kg) or more may fly with the door off in the Robinson R44 helicopter
    • Only passengers weighing 100 lbs (45 kg) or more may fly with the door off in the Airbus Astar helicopter
    • For each guest weighing 260 pounds (118 kg) or more, a weight and balance fee is required to safely balance the aircraft. For guests weighing between 260-279 lbs (118-126.5 kg), a fee in the amount of 50% of the seat price will be assessed after booking. For guests weighing 280 lbs (127 kg) or higher, an additional seat purchase will be assessed after booking
    • A full-fare seat is required for children aged 2 years and over
    • If you plan to scuba dive within 24 hours of the flight time, you may not take part
    Customer reviews

    Overall rating

    4.9 /5

    based on 111 reviews

    Review summary

    • Guide
      4.9/5
    • Transportation
      4.8/5
    • Value for money
      4.7/5
    • Safety
      4.9/5

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    My husband and I booked the large one, so 1 hour around the island. We actually had the flight a few days earlier. However, this was canceled due to the deteriorating weather while we were waiting. I was very grateful for that, as I don't like flying in bad weather, even on an airplane. Our pilot Kyle explained everything about flying and told us a lot about the island during the tour. Kyle was just great and gave me a lot of confidence so I could really enjoy the flight. Mahalo

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    July 13, 2022

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    GetYourGuide traveler – Germany Verified booking

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    It was the Most Amazing Tour of Oahu! I was hoping the Doors Off Tour would meet my expectations of Views and Excitement and Kyle Delivered! He asked if there was anything we wanted to see and I was truly amazed at the sights! Worth Every Penny! Would recommend it to anyone!

    June 28, 2022

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    GetYourGuide traveler – United States Verified booking

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    Such a good time. Our pilot Toby was funny and interactive and full of info. We took the private tour and it was worth it for both of us to have a great experience and a great view. 10/10 recommend. Taking the tour early helped us navigate the rest of the island as well. Glad we took the tour on our second day here.

    February 13, 2022

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