The Waikiki Sunset Helicopter Tour with Rainbow Helicopters is a seasonal flight (October–January) that puts you above Waikiki at golden hour for breathtaking sunset views over the shoreline as the city glows in twilight. You'll also fly past Hanauma Bay, along the Windward Coast over Kaneohe Bay, and see Ka'a'awa Valley and remote Sacred Falls.
🚁 Rainbow Helicopters - Waikiki Sunset Helicopter Tour
This seasonal flight operates from October through January only.
Experience the colors of the Waikiki sunset on this stunning (seasonal) 50-minute Oahu helicopter tour. Get the front row seat to Waikiki's most spectacular show as your helicopter takes you above its world-famous shores. Passing the Waikiki skyline as it basks in the dim evening light, you'll fly to the top of iconic Diamond Head and watch as the sun is casting a golden light on Honolulu. Flying back towards the city, enjoy spectacular views as the sun sinks below the horizon, silhouetting the expansive city skyline against a rainbow of colors.
This tour also covers other beautiful sights, including Hanauma Bay, Makapu'u Lighthouse, the majestic Ka'a'awa Valley and remote Sacred Falls. The tour continues on to Pearl Harbor for a twilight pass of the USS Arizona Memorial.
🌟 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.
Special instructions
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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
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Please park in the left-hand side lot and come to the large glass doors at the main entrance.
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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.
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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.
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Daily from October 23 through January 7
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50 minutes
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3 passengers per flight. For larger parties, multiple helicopters will fly at one time.
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Rainbow Helicopters flies the skies of Hawaii in Robinson R-44 aircraft with a seating capacity of 3 passengers per flight.
