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Beyond Oahu

18 Minutes Shared Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

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Oahu, USA
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10+ bookings last month.
  • 18 minutes (approx.)
  • Flight time: 18 minutes
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Skip the crowded tourist buses and see Oahu's beauty from above on this small-group helicopter flight. Taking to the air reveals a new angle on Oahu's most postcard-worthy attractions, including Diamond Head’s volcanic crater, Waikiki Beach, and Koko Head. This tour is perfect for travelers with limited time wanting maximum views; a doors-off option is available for unobstructed photos.
  • Experience Oahu from a helicopter—arguably its best vantage point
  • Get fabulous views of Diamond Head, the coast, and beyond
  • Admire top Honolulu sights without having to go on a hike
  • This tour is limited to three travelers for a more personalized experience

What's Included

  • Aviation Headset
  • Cell phone lanyard
  • Over weight limit
    Shared flight weight limits apply. For a party of 2, the total combined passenger weight cannot exceed 380 lbs. For a party of 3, the total combined passenger weight cannot exceed 500 lbs.
  • Gratuities
  • Parties over 380 lbs must upgrade to private or may be canceled without refund.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 1 Lagoon Dr, Honolulu, HI 96819, USA

    1 Lagoon Dr. is GPS only. Drive straight to the end of Lagoon Dr. Do not turn into any buildings, gates, or driveways. Wait at Gate 289 for our escort. Shared flights: party max 380 lbs total, no passenger over 300 lbs. Accurate weight required.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Oahu

Admission Ticket Free

2

Diamond Head State Monument

Admission Ticket Free

3

Waikiki

Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Total weight per passenger: 300 lbs
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 3 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Alexandra_R
It was a fun, beautiful tour! We had a great time with the family. The pilot and the safety guide were both incredible.

Reviews

4.9
based on 39 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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Kids loved it! Their tour...

Ann_H, Jul 2026
Kids loved it! Their tour guide was great. Easy communication, very easily found the location. I would do it again.

Best Experience!!

ALEXIS_B, Feb 2026
This helicopter tour was short and sweet but WORTH it! We will definitely be booking another tour on our next trip. The pilot is very informative both him and Ashley (receptionist) are amazing!! If you haven't experienced a helicopter ride it is a must to experience in your life!

Great Flight

Robert_G, Sep 2025
It was outstanding, Went off without a hitch, met us promptly, great customer care, informative, safety orientated, excellent pilot. Tour was exhilarating to say the least. Highest recommendation.

Helicopter Tour

Alexandra_R, Jul 2025
It was a fun, beautiful tour! We had a great time with the family. The pilot and the safety guide were both incredible.

Very Pleased

Kyara_T, Mar 2025
Scott and Inna were so friendly and professional. My family enjoyed the experience very much and were extremely satisfied. Their waiting area is very welcoming and they also had some cool souvenirs available to buy. I would fly with them again.

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Kyara, thanks so much for flying with us! We appreciate you taking the time to share a review and would love to see you again in the future!

Highly recommended.

Philip_L, Dec 2024
It was a great experience to see the famous Oahu landmarks from the air, and hear about them from the pilot.

Spectacular Views

PabloDaniel_E, Nov 2024
Amazing experience overo Waikiki and Diamond Head, conpletelely recommend Valery and Stephan, for this trip. Thanks a lot.

Awesome

Bill_L, Mar 2024
Great adventure! Wish we coulda stayed up longer. Great staff. Awesome views. Will definitely go again the next time we’re in Hawaii.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Dear Bill_L, Thank you for your awesome review on Viator! We're so pleased to hear you had a great adventure with us and enjoyed the views during your 18-minute shared helicopter tour in Honolulu. It's always our aim to leave guests wishing for more, and we're glad our staff made your experience memorable. We look forward to your next visit and the opportunity to take you up for another fantastic flight. Until then, we'll be dreaming of more awesome views for you to enjoy! Best, Alex

Very exciting and worth the time

Willard_H, Jan 2024
This was our first helicopter trip for my wife and my son-in-law. They loved it very much. I flew in a helicopter, the military, and it was exceptionally good. We loved our pilot. He explained everything when we went over landmarks and very fun. It was very memorable.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Dear Willard, Thank you for sharing your experience from the 18-minute shared helicopter tour in Honolulu on Viator. We're so pleased to hear that it was a memorable first helicopter trip for your wife and son-in-law and that you, with your military helicopter experience, found it exceptionally good as well. It's wonderful that our pilot was able to make the tour informative and fun by explaining the landmarks you flew over. We truly appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to know that your family enjoyed the flight. We hope to welcome you back in the future for another exciting adventure above Honolulu. Best regards, Alex

Birthday Ride October 2023

Shakitha_L, Oct 2023
Hey there! Just wanted to drop you a quick message to say that I had an absolutely amazing time during the helicopter ride. It was such an incredible experience!

Great experience, you will not be disappointed.

Oleg_B, Oct 2023
Ryan, I'm so proud of you and what you do at honolulu helicopter tours. I mean the whole team was great. They went above and beyond, were very patient and accommodating. They were very welcoming and had a positive attitude. They made us feel at home. Also special thanks to Valarie. If I could give a million stars, I would. Please go support them, you will not be disappointed. I've had a few helicopter tours but this one stands out.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Aloha and mahalo for your heartwarming review! We're truly touched by your kind words and appreciation. Ryan and Valarie, in particular, will be thrilled to hear of your positive experience with them. Our team is dedicated to ensuring our guests feel welcomed and at home, and it's wonderful to know we succeeded in that regard during your visit. Your sentiment of wanting to give a million stars is the highest praise we could hope for. We're honored that among the helicopter tours you've taken, ours stands out. Thank you for your support and recommendation. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you again in the future, perhaps making your next experience even more memorable!

Wonderful experience!!

Larry_H, Jul 2023
Experience was amazing.. staff was very friendly and the views were beautiful. Took my wife for our 13th anniversary and will be an moment to remember

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Aloha and congratulations on your 13th anniversary! We're truly honored that you chose to celebrate such a special occasion with us. It's heartwarming to hear that our team contributed to making your experience memorable and that the views left a lasting impression. Anniversaries are milestones that deserve to be marked in unique ways, and we're thrilled to have been a part of your celebration. We hope that when you look back on your years together, this flight stands out as one of those cherished memories. Thank you for sharing this moment with us. We wish you many more years of love, happiness, and perhaps a few more flights above our beautiful island!

Very friendly guys met us...

Artur_P, Feb 2023
Very friendly guys met us by the gates and gave us lots of snacks and drinks ;) It was my first time but I was surprised! Was great!

Incroyable expérience

Laura_G, Feb 2024
Super tour en hélicoptère! On a eu la chance de voir des tortues et des baleines ! Le pilote était super sympa! Un vrai regal

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire incroyable sur Viator concernant notre tour en hélicoptère de 18 minutes à Honolulu. Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez eu la chance d'observer des tortues et des baleines lors de votre vol, et que notre pilote ait contribué à rendre cette expérience encore plus agréable. Nous apprécions vraiment vos mots gentils et espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour une autre aventure aérienne mémorable. Meilleures salutations, Alex
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