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Isle Sights Unseen - 45 Min Helicopter Tour from Honolulu - Doors Off or On
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Make your Oahu visit even more magical with this 45-minute scenic helicopter ride. Experience the island like you’ve never seen it before, flying above island landmarks including Sacred Falls, Diamond Head, Maunalua Bay, the Ko'olau Mountains, Ka'a'awa Valley, Pearl Harbor, and more. Trips includes a choice of ‘doors on’ or ‘doors off’ flights.
  • Explore Oahu like you've never seen it on a 45-minute helicopter sightseeing flight
  • Get bird's eye views of famous Oahu sights like Sacred Falls and Diamond Head
  • Choose between 'doors on' and 'doors off' flight options
  • Cruise above Pearl Harbor and the famous USS Arizona Memorial
  • See Oahu from a unique perspective few visitors ever get too see
  • Perfect trip for a special occasion or a romantic moment
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Rainbow Helicopters , 155 Kapalulu Pl #197, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA
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We are located in the Caste and Cooke Aviation building. Please park in the lot to the left across the street. 155 Kapalulu Pl, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA

This activity will end right where it started.
Select a convenient departure time when booking, and begin your tour at Rainbow Helicopters located in Honolulu International Airport.

Climb aboard your helicopter and enjoy your pre-selected choice of a “doors on” or “doors off” flight as you take off above this tropical Hawaiian island. Cruise above some of Oahu’s most famous landmarks, starting with a bird’s eye view of the Honolulu Harbor and a flight over the island’s south shore.

You’ll then zoom above the famous Diamond Head crater before proceeding above the clear waters of Manalua Bay and the vibrant reefs of Hanauma Bay on Oahu’s eastern shore. From there you’ll pass near the tiny lighthouse above the cliffs of Makapu’u and then trace the Ko’olau Mountains heading toward Lanikai Beach and the “Chinamans’ Hat.” Continuing your scenic ride, travel up into Ka'a'awa Valley and get a panoramic look at Sacred Falls, Oahu’s tallest waterfall.

Finish up your breathtaking helicopter experience by cruise over to the iconic Pearl Harbor site, where you’ll get an up-close look at the iconic USS Arizona Memorial before heading back to the airport.
Itinerary
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Diamond Head State Monument
A slow loop above mighty Diamond Head lets you peer directly into one of Oahu's most famous landmarks.
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Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
You continue over crystal clear Maunalua Bay and head towards the island’s rugged eastern shores and Hanauma Bay’s spectacular reefs.
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Lanikai Beach
You spy the little lighthouse perched above the cliffs of Makapu’u as you round the Eastern Shore and over the longest stretch of beach on the entire island of Oahu. Follow the Ko'olau Mountains up the Windward Coast to world-renowned Lanikai Beach and the aptly-named Chinaman’s Hat resting on the water.
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Kaaawa
The pilot guides your helicopter into the pristine forest and jagged cliffs of the magnificent Ka'a'awa Valley. Hold on tight as you fly deep into the mountains for a panoramic view of Oahu's highest waterfall, Sacred Falls.
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Dole Plantation
You head back towards the airport with a passage over the mountains and the island's inland sea - Dole Plantation's "Pineapple Sea".
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USS Arizona Memorial
This incredible tour doesn't end until you have completed a solemn pass by Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial.
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  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Safety of flight is our primary concern. The operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or appear to be intoxicated. Intoxicated passengers will not fly and they will be charged in full.
  • For doors off tours, jackets and/or sweatshirts, closed toe shoes, and hair ties are required. Long pants are recommended.
  • When booking the doors off experience, your seat may or may not be directly adjacent to an open door.
  • Only passengers weighing 80 lbs or more may fly with the door off in our Robinson R44 helicopter. Only passengers weighing 100 lbs or more may fly with the door off in our Airbus Astar helicopter.
  • All passengers 24 months and older must purchase a full fare seat.
  • For each guest weighing 260 pounds or more, a weight and balance fee is required to safely balance the aircraft. For guests weighing between 260-279 lbs, a fee in the amount of 50% of the seat price will be assessed after booking. For guests weighing 280 lbs or higher, an additional seat purchase will be assessed after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Rainbow Helicopters
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Isle Sights Unseen - 45 Min Helicopter Tour from Honolulu - Doors Off or On?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
See all safety measures taken by Isle Sights Unseen - 45 Min Helicopter Tour from Honolulu - Doors Off or On.
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What is the policy on sanitization during Isle Sights Unseen - 45 Min Helicopter Tour from Honolulu - Doors Off or On?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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What is the social distancing policy during Isle Sights Unseen - 45 Min Helicopter Tour from Honolulu - Doors Off or On?
A:The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Isle Sights Unseen - 45 Min Helicopter Tour from Honolulu - Doors Off or On.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Isle Sights Unseen - 45 Min Helicopter Tour from Honolulu - Doors Off or On?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Isle Sights Unseen - 45 Min Helicopter Tour from Honolulu - Doors Off or On.

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  • "Since you chose to fly with the doors off, I suggest you bring a light jacket or a sweater and if anyone in your party has long hair, please bring a hair tie. "" See review
  • "Do the doors off, you'll get the best views ever!" See review
  • "This was a great tour and it’s worth the money." See review

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We were a little...
Claudia_P
, Jun 2022
We were a little apprehensive but once we were up in the air the fear was gone and the amazing view took over. Amazing for the whole Family. A little pricy - yes! Worth it- yes. Enjoy and totally recommend it.
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Amazing experience
Irma_M
, Jun 2022
Everything was amazing... Loved this experience! The staff was so nice and were always on top of our safety.
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Exhilarating
Scott_L
, Jun 2022
We saw sights we wouldn’t have from the ground, we saw sights we will see from the ground but from a new perspective, we experienced flight in a new way.
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Do it!
Larry_B
, Jun 2022
Definitely sights unseen! A must have experience! Views of the island that the land doesn’t show you!
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Spectacular view of Oahu
Flying_S
, Jun 2022
We booked the 45 min ride, but got a free upgrade to 60 min ride with other 2 guests. Our pilot Riley is very professional and friendly. He showed us the highlights of Oahu, including diamond head, Waikiki, Kualoa Ranch, sacred fall, Peral Harbor etc. Words can’t explain how stunning the view was! Choose the door-off option if you are adventurous and want to take fabulous photos/videos with no window reflection.
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We had a goooooood time on our 45 minutes touring and Thank you Oliver
yet_z
, Jun 2022
Very good experience on 45 minutes tours we saw all the islands on air I would refer to other friends , well experience pilot Oliver Thank you
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EXCELLENT WILL DO IT AGAIN, did not like the tips situation.
Richard_A
, Jun 2022
It was excellent. We selected doors off. If you want to do it with doors off bring a safety goggles glasses type because the wind is too strong. If I had to do it again I would do it with doors on. Pilot was EXCELLENT, and knowledgeable. I would do it again. The only thing I did not like it was when they asked for tipping. It was just not correct and ruined the whole experience. I honestly think the kids working there (they do not do much except drive you to the helicopter) wanted tips and not the pilot. I suggest at the beginning of the trip when you make people watch the video also inform people if they want to leave a tips and not at the end while standing there and telling people if they want to leave a tips. YOU MAKE POPLE UNCOMFTABLE.
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The Best Experience of my Hawaii trip
Rosario_P
, Jun 2022
It was an amazing time! Cody, our pilot was very professional and very informative. I would do it again in a heartbeat.
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Will do it again
Jennifer_A
, Jun 2022
It was amazing. Kyle was our pilot and he shared so many stories. Pick doors off. It’s magical feel the breeze, clouds. It was so worth it. The views are spectacular
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Vacation
Aaron_W
, May 2022
Great view of the island. Pilot was very knowledgeable. Would recommend to anyone. You get to see the mountains and the ocean.
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Beautiful island
Lisa_A
, May 2022
We had Joey and he was great gave a lot of information on this beautiful island the one thing we learned was how pineapples are grown we thought they came from a tree was very interesting to find out they weren’t
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Awesome
Nancy_F
, May 2022
This was a wonderful outing! The pilot was friendly and knowledgeable. Well worth the cost. We did it with doors off and that made it even better.
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Sights, safety and professionalism is first rate
Heidi_B
, May 2022
Safety came first, everyone was very professional and everyone in our party had an excellent adventure.
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Corey the pilot was...
Steve_M
, May 2022
Corey the pilot was amazing explaining all of the sights and the flight was uneventful and smooth We highly recommend rainbow helicopter
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I loved that it was a...
Sona_G
, Apr 2022
I loved that it was a tour of the entire island. So worth the experience. I must do activity when in Hawaii.
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Poor experience for anyone on the right side
Jason_N
, Apr 2022
I usually don't write reviews, especially negative, but this was expensive enough to warn people. The overall experience would've been good, but since I was with myself I feel like they sat me behind the helicopter pilot (seat 6). Normally this wouldn't be a big deal, but this was on the right side of the helicopter. A family of four all sat left and center. So, the tour was navigated by mostly turning left 90% of the time. The few times the pilot would turn right, it was quick, so trying to get pics or enjoy the view from my side was very short lived and even worse when the dad in the middle would push his camera phone past me to get the views on the right, when I never did that on the left. Overall, poor planning to give everyone an enjoyable experience. I don't know if this was because they were all together and I was single rider, they sacrificed my enjoyment, or if this is standard. If so, beware sitting behind the pilot in seat 6. Then they ask for tips at the end after 325 dollars. My tip, turn right more.
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My granddaughter joined...
Michael_S
, Apr 2022
My granddaughter joined me on one of my bucket list adventures, an open door helicopter ride! Rainbow helicopter tours did not disappoint! Harly, our pilot, gave us a wonderful tour! Worth every penny for the tour, highly recommend it!!
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Joey the awesome pilot!
Shane_H
, Apr 2022
All of it was awesome! Amazing views and a very friendly staff! Our pilot was Joey a local born and raised on O’ahu and he was very knowledgeable and super friendly and a very safe and experienced pilot! I highly recommend asking for Joey to be your pilot! You won’t be disappointed!
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Thank you Riley
Ian_M
, Apr 2022
The whole experience was wonderful and Riley the pilot was excellent. He was Very informative throughout our trip and considerate as we were both nervous flyers
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Amazing trip
Catharina_R
, Apr 2022
Amazing trip to see this fabulous island from the sky! And the pilot told us about so many landmark to go and see on our vacation.
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