Top 6 Oahu Helicopter Tours

1.Oahu: Magnum PI Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,372 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $420Our pick

Fly around Oahu in a four-passenger, doors-off Hughes 500 helicopter with live commentary from pilots such as Herb and Travis. In about 50 minutes, you may see Pearl Harbor, Waikiki, Kaneohe Bay, Sacred Falls, Jurassic Park Valley, and Hanauma Bay. Bring warm clothing and plan your seat carefully.

“Absolutely fantastic tour. Would recommend to EVERYONE! Beautiful views and fabulous pilot! She gave so much information on the trip!!”

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2.Honolulu: Oahu 60min Helicopter Tour with Doors Off/On

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 410 reviews · 1 hour · from $540

Fly around Oahu from Honolulu with live commentary from pilots such as Sarah, Conor, Jojo, and Joshua. Choose doors on or off, then see Diamond Head, Kaneohe Bay, Sacred Falls, Banzai Pipeline, Dole Plantation, Pearl Harbor, and the USS Arizona Memorial from the air.

“Julian was an excellent and knowledgeable pilot. This was our third time flying with rainbow helicopters, and this was the best experience of the three. Thank you, Julian and supporting crew. My mom needed extra assistance with boarding, and all staff made her feel welcome, safe, and important.”

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3.Oahu: Helicopter Tour with Doors On or Off

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 221 reviews · 45 min · from $490

Fly around Oahu with an English-speaking pilot-guide, choosing a shared or private flight and doors on or off. The 45-minute route covers Waikiki, Diamond Head, Lanikai, Sacred Falls, Dole Plantation, Pearl Harbor, and the USS Arizona Memorial. Pilots such as Michael, Nikki, and Cat are known for clear commentary.

“doors off is definitely the way to go alittle winder but much more exciting, but over all is a must do when coming to ohua!”

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4.Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 209 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $415Best value

Fly privately over Oʻahu for about an hour with two or three people from your own group. Expect doors-off viewing, live commentary, and sweeping sights including Waikīkī, Diamond Head, Makapuʻu, Pearl Harbor, Kualoa’s Chinaman’s Hat, and North Shore surf beaches. Pilots such as Mike, Jake, Lorenzo, and Hunter are noted for clear narration.

“Enjoyed the pilot’s (Lorenzo) commentary on the flight. The scenery was so beautiful. Glad we went on the flight.”

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5.Oahu: Path to Pali 30-Minute Doors On or Off Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 30 min · from $440

Fly over Oahu’s south and east coasts with live English commentary, choosing a shared or private flight and doors on or off. You’ll see Waikiki, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, Makapuʻu Point, Mt. Olomana, the Nuʻuanu Pali cliffs, and Pearl Harbor, including the USS Arizona Memorial.

“Hola todo me encantó, valió totalmente la pena súper recomendado. La atención del personal es excelente y el servicio es maravilloso. Muchas gracias.”

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6.Private 60 Minutes Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · from $509

Fly privately over Oahu for a full hour with a pilot such as Stefan or Scott pointing out Honolulu, Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, waterfalls, and mountain valleys. The tour starts and ends at HNL, includes a phone lanyard, and may offer a doors-off flight option.

“Had an unbelievable trip with my wife and our pilot/guide Scott. If you can only do one trip, it has to be this . We had an amazing time with the doors off experience!!! Would 100% urged everyone to do this !! Wow…. Just wow!”

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