Honolulu’s most famous stretch marks the first leg of your 30-minute Oahu helicopter journey. The flight takes you over the shoreline and up to the otherworldly Diamond Head Crater!
But that’s not all—after exploring the volcanic cone, you’ll travel to Oahu’s south shore for even more epic scenery. Fly above Koko Head and see other notable landmarks.
See Waikiki Beach and the shoreline from high above! Get a bird’s eye view of the century-old Makapu Lighthouse. Your experience will be something you’ll never forget, we guarantee that. Private flights. Doors optional. Two to three seats available per flight. Book online or give us a call for a concierge like booking experience. Shorter flights are also available at lower cost.
*Please call or e-mail for last minute availability (within 12 hours)
**When booking a shared flight, the party’s total weight cannot exceed 380 pounds for party of 2.
Start/stop at HNL
THE BEAUTY OF OAHU LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE! We will have chance to see (from above) the following attractions below:
Start/stop at HNL
Sand Island
Honolulu Harbor
Ala Moana Beach Park
Magic Island
Ala Wai Harbor
Waikiki
Diamond Head
Waialae Golf Course
Honolulu Downtown
Punch Bowl Cemetery
H201 Interchange
Black Point Sea pools
Moanalua Gardens
H3 Highway
Aloha Stadium
Honolulu Harbor, also called Kulolia and Ke Awa O Kou and the Port of Honolulu, is the principal seaport of Honolulu and the State of Hawaiʻi in the United States
Ala Moana Beach Park is a free public park on the island of Oahu, U.S. state of Hawaii, located between Waikiki and downtown Honolulu. This 100-acre park has a wide gold-sand beach that is over a half-mile long.
Magic Island is a small man-made peninsula in Honolulu, Hawaii, adjacent to Ala Moana Beach Park and the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor. It was created in 1964 as the site of a resort complex, but was subsequently converted to a park. The name was changed to "Aina Moana," but the new name is used infrequently
Ala Wai Harbor is the largest small boat and yacht harbor in Hawaii. The harbor is situated in Honolulu at the mouth of the Ala Wai Canal, between Waikiki and downtown Honolulu. To the east are Waikiki and Diamond Head; to the west, Magic Island and the Honolulu waterfront.
High-rise hotels line the shore in Waikiki, a vibrant neighborhood known for its popular surf beach. Designer fashion stores line Kalakaua Avenue and nearby streets, and the area buzzes after dark with waterside cocktail bars, fine dining and Kuhio Beach hula shows. Honolulu Zoo is home to Komodo dragons and wandering peacocks, while parrotfish and urchins inhabit Waikiki Aquarium’s reef exhibit
Diamond Head is a volcanic tuff cone on the Hawaiian island of Oʻahu and known to Hawaiians as Lēʻahi. The Hawaiian name is most likely derived from lae plus ʻahi because the shape of the ridgeline resembles the shape of a tuna's dorsal fin
Waialae Country Club is a private country club in East Honolulu, Hawaii. Founded 94 years ago in 1927 and designed by Seth Raynor, it is a par 72 championship course at 7,125 yards from the Championship tees. From the Members tees at 6,456 yards, the course rating is 71.8 with a slope rating of 136.
Downtown is Hawaii’s bustling political and business hub, known for its skyscrapers and the lavish Iolani Palace, a restored 19th-century royal residence with original furnishings. The Hawaii State Art Museum shows local contemporary art. On Honolulu Harbor, Aloha Tower Marketplace has sea views from the 1920s Aloha Tower, as well as a large waterfront stage, a concert pavilion and waterfront restaurants
The National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific is a national cemetery located at Punchbowl Crater in Honolulu, Hawaii. It serves as a memorial to honor those men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces, and those who have given their lives in doing so
The section of the Moanalua Freeway between Route 99 (Kamehameha Highway) and the western H-1 interchange remains designated as Route 78
Moanalua Gardens is a 24-acre (97,000 m2) privately owned public park in Honolulu, Hawaii. The park is the site of the Kamehameha V Cottage which used to be the home of Prince Lot Kapuāiwa, who would later become King Kamehameha V. It is also the site of the annual Prince Lot Hula Festival, and the home of a large monkeypod tree that is known in Japan as the Hitachi tree.
Interstate H-3 is an Interstate Highway located entirely within the U.S. state of Hawaii on the island of Oahu. H-3 is also known as the John A. Burns Freeway. It crosses the Ko'olau Range along several viaducts and through the 5,165-foot-long Tetsuo Harano Tunnels as well as the much smaller Hospital Rock Tunnels
Aloha Stadium is a closed multi-purpose stadium located in Halawa, Hawaii, a western suburb of Honolulu. It is the largest stadium in the state of Hawaii. As of December 2020, the stadium ceased fan-attended operations indefinitely, and placed a moratorium on the scheduling of new events.
!!PLEASE READ ENTIRE DIRECTIONS BELOW!!
From 1 Lagoon Dr., continue to drive straight on Lagoon Dr. Please DO NOT make any turns or pull into any driveways or gates as you will not be able to enter airport perimeter. Follow Lagoon Drive to the very end of the road until you can not go any further.
!ALL GUESTS MUST HAVE PICTURE ID!
1 Lagoon Dr. (for approximate GPS position only, not your final destination, please follow directions below)
Thank you so much for booking a flight with Honolulu Helicopter Tours! Below are some helpful instructions for your tour. Please read this information in it's entirety before leaving for your flight to ensure that you have the smoothest experience possible!
-Plan to be 10-15 min early, if you are late, we may have to reschedule your flight
To get to the approximate location, set your GPS to 1 Lagoon Dr.
PLEASE NOTE ### This address is NOT your destination, but the closest location with an address! Please DO NOT enter ANY buildings, make ANY turns, or go into ANY driveways***
From 1 Lagoon Dr., continue to drive straight on Lagoon Dr. Again, please DO NOT make any turns or pull into any driveways or gates as you will not be able to enter airport perimeter. Follow Lagoon Drive to the very end of the road until you can not go any further. This will bring you directly to the parking lot. This parking lot is connected to Security Gate 289 with a small security shack. You can park in this lot or in the street parking on Lagoon Drive, parking is free.
When you arrive, call or text (preferable) 808-201-0660. Your pilot may not answer immediately as they have a tour right before yours. They will meet you at the parking lot and will escort you in through Security.
Please do not approach Airport Security at the gate without us there, they do not work for us and will not be able to help or answer any questions. A Honolulu Helicopter employee is required to show their airport badge in order to escort you in.
-Please bring picture ID, light jacket, sun glasses(or regular glasses), and a hair tie if you have long hair. IMPORTANT: if you do not have a picture ID, airport security may deny you entrance and you will not be able to attend the tour.
If you have a camera, it must have a strap or other similar means of attachment to your body
Oahu, known as 'The Gathering Place,' is the third-largest of the Hawaiian Islands and home to the state capital, Honolulu. It offers a unique blend of urban attractions, historical sites, and stunning natural beauty, making it a must-visit destination for travelers seeking a diverse Hawaiian experience.
Waikiki Beach is one of the most famous beaches in the world, known for its golden sand, clear waters, and vibrant atmosphere. It's perfect for swimming, surfing, and people-watching.
Pearl Harbor is a historic site that commemorates the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II. Visitors can tour the USS Arizona Memorial, Battleship Missouri, and the Pacific Aviation Museum.
Diamond Head is an iconic volcanic crater offering stunning views of Honolulu and the Pacific Ocean. The hike to the summit is moderate and rewards visitors with breathtaking panoramic views.
A Hawaiian raw fish salad typically made with ahi tuna or salmon, soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onions.
A hearty dish consisting of white rice topped with a hamburger patty, a fried egg, and brown gravy.
Finely shaved ice topped with flavored syrups and often served with a scoop of ice cream or sweetened condensed milk.
This is the peak tourist season due to the winter whale-watching season and the Christmas holidays. The weather is pleasant, with occasional rain showers.
US Dollar (USD)
GMT-10:00 (Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time)
120VV, 60HzHz
Oahu is generally a safe destination for travelers, with low crime rates in tourist areas. However, visitors should always be aware of their surroundings and take basic safety precautions.
Honolulu, Waikiki
The Bus system is affordable and covers most of Oahu, including major attractions and neighborhoods. Fares are $3 per ride, and day passes are available.
Available • Apps: Uber, Lyft
Car, Bike, Scooter
Kualoa Ranch is a 4,000-acre nature reserve and working cattle ranch offering a variety of outdoor activities, including ATV tours, horseback riding, and movie site tours.
Hanauma Bay is a marine life conservation district offering excellent snorkeling opportunities in a protected, pristine environment. The bay is home to a diverse range of marine life, including tropical fish, sea turtles, and dolphins.
Kualoa Ranch is a 4,000-acre nature reserve and working cattle ranch offering a variety of outdoor activities, including ATV tours, horseback riding, and movie site tours.
Price varies by option