About Rainbow Helicopters - Waikiki Sunset Helicopter Tour
Fly a seasonal 50-minute Rainbow Helicopters sunset route over Waikiki, Diamond Head, Windward Oahu, Sacred Falls and Pearl Harbor.
See Oahu glow beneath the colors of evening on a 50-minute helicopter flight above Waikiki and beyond. As the city settles into sunset, fly past the world-famous shoreline and Waikiki skyline before circling Diamond Head, where the last light of the day spreads across Honolulu in warm golden tones.
The journey continues over Hanauma Bay, Makapu'u Lighthouse, Oahu's windward coast, Lanikai Beach, the Ko'olau Mountains and Kaneohe Bay. From above, the island opens into a dramatic patchwork of turquoise water, green valleys and rugged cliffs, including Chinaman's Hat, Ka'a'awa Valley and remote Sacred Falls.
On the return toward the city, pass Dole Plantation and continue to Pearl Harbor for a twilight view of the USS Arizona Memorial. As the sun drops below the horizon, Honolulu's skyline is silhouetted against a broad sweep of sunset color.
This seasonal flight operates from October through January only.
Tour Highlights
- Honolulu and Waikiki skyline
- Magic Island and Ala Moana Beach Park
- Diamond Head
- Makapu'u Lighthouse
- Oahu's windward (east) coast
- Lanikai Beach
- Ko'olau Mountains
- Kaneohe Bay
- Chinaman's Hat
- Ka'a'awa Valley
- Sacred Falls
- Dole Plantation
- Pearl Harbor & Arizona Memorial
Note: This helicopter tour is available as a Doors On and Doors Off version. Doors On means the flight will be with closed doors. Doors Off means there will be no doors in the way of your viewing pleasure. You can make your selection during the checkout process.
Activity Notes
Where & When
Tour departure time: 5:00 pm
Driving Directions:
Check in 45 minutes prior to tour time at the Castle & Cooke Aviation building at the Honolulu International Airport, located at 155 Kapalulu Pl., Ste. 197, Honolulu, HI 96819 View Map
Please park in the left-hand side lot and come to the large glass doors at the main entrance.
Restrictions
Due to FAA regulations, children 24 months and over require an individual full-fare seat. Any child under 24 months is welcome on the lap of a responsible adult at no charge.
For each passenger weighing 250-274 lbs (113-124 kg), a weight balance fee of an additional 50% is required. For each passenger weighing 275 lbs (124.7 kg) or more, a weight balance fee of an additional 100% is required. The maximum weight per passenger is 300 lbs (136 kg).
Rainbow Helicopters does not assume responsibility for conditions beyond their control, including adverse weather, regulatory restrictions, or any other condition that could compromise safety of flight. Unforeseen circumstances may precipitate varied scenic views, delay, or cancellation.
Special Notes
A flight must have at least 2 guests to be confirmed. Parties of 1 can be paired with other parties, but it is best to call about availability in that case.
Operation Days
Daily from October 23 through January 7
Duration
50 minutes
Capacity
3 passengers per flight. For larger parties, multiple helicopters will fly at one time.
Equipment
Rainbow Helicopters flies the skies of Hawaii in Robinson R-44 aircraft with a seating capacity of 3 passengers per flight.
Vendor
This activity is operated by Rainbow Helicopters.
