Path to Pali Passage - 30 Min Helicopter Tour - Doors Off or On
Description
Waikiki's white-sand beaches are not Oahu's only amazing attractions. No trip is complete without seeing Oahu's iconic mountain peaks. This 30 minute helicopter tour offers views of Diamond Head, the three peaks of Mt. Olomana, and Nu'uanu Pali. Along the way, you will also see the emerald waters of Haunama Bay, the lighthouse at Makapu'u Point and Pearl Harbor.
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Itinerary
Your helicopter sightseeing experience begins over the island’s South Shore so you can see the Honolulu skyline and Diamond Head crater in a way not possible from the beach.
Hanauma Bay’s sheltered waters and incredible coral reefs pass below you as you soar among the nearby cliffs and volcanic outcroppings – the remnants of the island’s volcanic birth.
Rounding Makapu’u Point, you follow the Windward Coast and its long stretches of white sand beaches and turquoise waters as they lead you towards the gorgeous mountains beyond.
Turning inward you pass the three sharp peaks of famous Mt. Olomana, characteristic of its English translation, “divided hill.”
The lush tropical vegetation of the Nu’uanu Valley masks a secret: Oahu was born from fire.
A breathtaking passage through the Nu’uanu Pali cliffs and the lush rainforests that lie within leads you back to the Leeward side of the island and Pearl Harbor.
The flight ends with a pass over the USS Arizona Memorial and a new appreciation of Oahu's volcanic origins and its spectacular terrain.
Get a bird's eye view of the famous Waikiki Beach shoreline.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 250 pounds or more, a weight and balance fee is required to safely balance the aircraft. For guests weighing between 250-275 lbs, a fee in the amount of 50% of the seat price will be assessed after booking. For guests weighing 275 lbs or higher, an additional seat purchase will be assessed after booking.
Reviews(105)
Must go experience! I thought I would be feared of height turned out it’s not scary at all! Only the splendid view will shock you! And thanks to the great flying skill of captain JoJo, stable and smooth, I feel safe during the trip. Anyway, very much worth it!
Aloha, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your flight with JoJo helped you feel safe and comfortable, even if heights normally feel intimidating. It’s fantastic that the views of the islands left such a lasting impression — we aim to provide smooth, secure, and unforgettable experiences, and it’s great to know we succeeded. Thank you again for your kind words and glowing recommendation, it really means a lot. We’d love to welcome you back for another breathtaking adventure over Hawaii! Mahalo, The Rainbow Helicopters Team
The Rainbow Helicopter team is professional and helpful. They are really responsive to questions through the Viator app. Josh was the pilot for today's flight. He was excellent handling the bird and answering questions. It was my first helicopter ride and I felt confident in his ability to show us around the island and get us safely back on the ground.
Aloha Susan, We’re so happy to hear your first helicopter experience was such a positive one! It’s wonderful knowing our team made you feel supported from start to finish and that Josh helped make your flight both exciting and comfortable. We take great pride in being responsive and ensuring every guest feels confident and cared for throughout their journey. We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure above Oahu someday soon! Mahalo, The Rainbow Helicopters Team
It was a super great, unforgettable experience! We are very happy to have booked this tour! We would love to meet you again!
Aloha Johannes, Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! We’re so happy to hear your flight was such an unforgettable experience and that you were glad you chose to fly with us. It means a lot to know you’d love to join us again — we’d be thrilled to welcome you back for another incredible adventure above Oahu! Mahalo, The Rainbow Helicopters Team
One of the most exhilarating experiences of my life! Many thanks Rainbow Helicopters for making our first experience so memorable.
Aloha David, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re honored that you chose us for your very first flight and are thrilled to hear that it was a wonderful experience. It’s fantastic to know our team could make your introduction to flying so memorable — it truly means a lot to all of us, and it’s exactly what we strive for on every flight. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back to explore even more of Oahu from the skies! Mahalo, The Rainbow Helicopters Team
This was an amazing experience and wonderful crew!!!!!! I will definitely do this again and recommend to family and friends.....
Aloha Edgar, Mahalo for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you had an amazing experience and that our wonderful crew helped make it even more memorable. It means a lot to know you’d recommend us to family and friends—and we’d be honored to welcome you back for another flight when the time comes! Mahalo, The Rainbow Helicopters Team
The ride was beautiful. Cody the pilot pointed out a lot of the landmarks and knew a lot of the the history of it making it a really cool experience aside from the helicopter ride as well.
Aloha, Thank you for your five-star review! We're so glad you enjoyed the Path to Pali Passage tour. It's great to hear that Cody helped make the experience even more memorable with his knowledge of the landmarks and local history. We take great pride in sharing the beauty of our island—not just through breathtaking views, but also by highlighting its rich history and culture! We’re thrilled you had a beautiful ride and hope to welcome you aboard again in the future. Mahalo, The Rainbow Helicopters Team
The views were breath taking and our pilot Lucien was amazing!! We even saw whales and circled around until they popped back up again!
Aloha Jennifer, Mahalo for the beautiful review! We’re so happy to hear you had a breathtaking experience on your flight. Seeing whales from the sky is such a magical moment—and Lucien will be thrilled to know he helped make your tour so memorable. Thank you for flying with us, and we hope to welcome you aboard again for another adventure soon! Mahalo, The Rainbow Helicopters Team
Lalani was great and helpfull. The pilot was very knowledgeable and very nice. He answered all our questions. The whole staff was amazing!!
Aloha Rodolfo, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you had a magical experience and enjoyed the tour. Our team will be thrilled to know that their knowledge and helpfulness made a positive impact on your flight! Our team takes great pride in providing a fantastic experience, and we’re glad to know it was reflected during your time with us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another incredible flight over Oahu! Mahalo, The Rainbow Team
very accommodating, pilot was great and very interactive and knowledgeable of the island, had a blast!
Aloha Ryan, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you had a blast on your flight and enjoyed the experience. It’s great to know that our pilot was able to share the beauty and history of the island with you in such an interactive and knowledgeable way. We’d love to welcome you back for another amazing flight over Oahu in the future! Mahalo, The Rainbow Team
Safe and fun ride. Very confident pilot and staff. Really made my family fell very safe and secure. Appreciate the experience.
Aloha Eric, Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad to hear that you and your family felt safe and secure throughout your 30-minute tour. Our team strives to provide a fun and confident experience, and it’s wonderful to know that we succeeded in making you feel comfortable. We appreciate you choosing us for this experience, and we hope to welcome you back for another incredible flight in the future! Mahalo, The Rainbow Team
