Reviewed by: GaryP
Our first time in a helicopter and it was a fantastic experience. Seeing the island from this perspective is a must. Our pilot, Jim, was absolutely the best. He was highly informative and so funny. His piloting skills were phenomenal. If we are fortunate enough to make a return trip to the island, we will be flying again with these folks and we will definetely be requesting Jim as our pilot.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/06/09 |
Reviewed by: Coen McFarland
My wife and I booked the magnum experience w/out a landing and doors! We absolutely loved the 60 minute flight and am very glad we didn't book a short flight. The staff were very nice and easy to work with. The pilot (Ky....?) was amazing!! He provided great information about the island and where we were at. He honored every request we had and kept the flight interesting! My wife is terrified of flying but sat between the pilot and me. She loved the experience! This is the ONLY way to view Oahu! Fantastic job by Paradise and very thankful to be so blessed with this opportunity. We will definitely ensure ton fly with Paradise again! If you are in Oahu and reading this comment- just do it! It's just money. I promise the cost will provide a lifetime of priceless memories. Kids would also enjoy the helicopter flight. Thank you so much to Paradise for a truly unforgettable and smooth experience.
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Packages: | Magnum Experience [60min] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/06/08 |
Activity Date: | 2016/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Adri
Jim, our pilot, was seriously great. From the moment Peter picked us up, I wasn't jittery. And I get jittery. But everything was calm and relaxing and the tour was great! Jim was hilarious and knowledgable.
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Packages: | Hidden Oahu Flight [45 mins] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/06/08 |
Activity Date: | 2016/06/03 |
Reviewed by: Zhanna
We got the upgrades version and sat in the front with the pilot. It was the perfect view and I was able to take breathtaking pictures. There was so much to see in areas we wouldn't have been able to hike to on the ground. The pilot was funny and knowledgeable. It was a fantastic experience and a highlight within our first trip to Hawaii.
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Packages: | Hidden Oahu Flight [45 mins] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/04/03 |
Activity Date: | 2016/03/11 |
Reviewed by: Marcela Lozano
Great experience. Nice view from the island
The pilots were very nice, specially the one with doors; very friendly
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Packages: | Circle Island Spectacular from Ko Olina [60min] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2016/03/28 |
Activity Date: | 2016/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Marcela Lozano
Great experience. Beautiful sight from the island. The pilot from the doors off didn' give much explanation but the one with doors was very friendly and really made the difference!!
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Packages: | Doors Off Circle Island Spectacular from Ko Olina [60min] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2016/03/28 |
Activity Date: | 2016/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Kerri Kate.
This is a wonderful experience in HAWAII. My mum was very affair before. She thought the door off helicopter is not safe. But when she have try. She said it's a wonder time in her life.
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Packages: | Doors Off Flight [50 mins] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2016/02/14 |
Activity Date: | 2016/01/22 |
Reviewed by: Kelly Warnock
Josh was an amazing pilot who made us feel so safe! Our 7 year old daughter loved every minute! We only did 20 minutes and that was definitely not enough! We will be back!
Thank you so much for your review, Kelly! We appreciate the feedback. Thank you for choosing to experience Oahu with us, and we look forward to your return!
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Packages: | North Shore Adventure [20min] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2016/02/14 |
Activity Date: | 2016/02/11 |
Reviewed by: Emilia
The ride was beautiful.. The best way to know all the island..
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Packages: | Pali Makani Flight [30 mins] |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/02/11 |
Activity Date: | 2016/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Bernie Powers
This was a great ride. Couldn't have asked for anything better. Our pilot was wonderful and did a very good job of explaining everything during the trip. Would love to do it again some day.
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Packages: | Doors Off Flight [50 mins] |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2016/02/02 |
Activity Date: | 2016/01/27 |
Reviewed by: Marilee
We had a great time, enjoyed the view, but felt restricted. The President was on the island, so our air space was limited. It was kind of a bummer, but our pilot, Jim, really tried to make the best of the situation. He was great!
Thank you very much for your understanding. We go through this every year at Christmas time when the President is on Oahu. We'll all be delighted when Mr. Obama returns as a regular citizen on vacation. It's our busiest time of year and we're forced to fly a less-than-ideal route due to security. \Oh well, just one more year and we'll be free. Thanks for flying with us.
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Packages: | Pali Makani Flight [30 mins] |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/12/27 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/21 |
Reviewed by: Andrew
The whole experience was excellent from time I got picked up until drop off back at my Hotel. Our pilot was knowledgeable and a great guide for all of Oahu highlights. I am not great with heights but I would have no problems in doing this tour again or recommending it to others.
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Packages: | Pali Makani Flight [30 mins] |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2015/12/06 |
Activity Date: | 2015/11/05 |
Reviewed by: Amber J
Was so exciting n great had an awesome piolt doug he was a great driver n was funny knew alot about the island was a nice smooth ride n not scary at all will fly again with doug
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Packages: | Hidden Oahu Flight [45 mins] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/10/04 |
Activity Date: | 2015/09/16 |
Reviewed by: Lucie
The helicopter ride took about 30mins which is really not enough to see Honolulu and around. The pilot was great but he only flew over certain areas once so only people at certain side could see and take pictures. I was expecting him to turn around 360 so everybody can take pictures. Great views of Waikiki, Honolulu, Diamond Head.
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Packages: | Pali Makani Flight [30 mins] |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2015/09/22 |
Activity Date: | 2015/08/30 |
Reviewed by: John Cowan
If you never do any thing else, take this trip.
You will never forget this trip of your life.
Just plain awesome!
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Packages: | Doors Off Flight [50 mins] |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2015/08/14 |
Activity Date: | 2015/08/10 |
Reviewed by: Caitlin McLarnon
We decided to take our very first helicopter ride on the North Shore, and it was so much better than we could have asked for! Pilot Bob was great - super friendly, funny, and provided us with facts about everything we saw on our trip. We fell in love with the North Shore, and it was so incredible to see some of our favorite spots from an aerial view. We would totally recommend this to anyone who is staying in Oahu!
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Packages: | North Shore Adventure [20min] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/08/09 |
Activity Date: | 2015/08/06 |
Reviewed by: Nikki Nguyen
Wish we had done the 60 min tour and had the doors off. I was being a chicken when I booked it but once we got off the ground, I was comfortable! The view is amazing and the kids had a blast. The front seats have the best views if you keep the doors on :)
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Packages: | North Shore Explorer [10min] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/06/24 |
Activity Date: | 2015/06/20 |
Reviewed by: Tomas
Perfect weather and a perfect tour. Pilot described everything we saw often with a historical touch.
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Packages: | Hidden Oahu Flight [45 mins] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/06/05 |
Activity Date: | 2015/06/02 |
Reviewed by: Emanuela Pari
The helicopter trip was brilliant. I was a bit nervous since I had never done this before but our pilot Jim was great at explaining what was happening and why. He kept us entertained for the full journey at the same time providing lots of useful info. The view was breath-taking especially for those parts of the island that can't be reached via road. Would definitely recommend this activity if you want to see Oahu from a completely different prospective.
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Packages: | Ali'i Sacred Falls Flight [60 mins] |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2015/05/09 |
Activity Date: | 2015/05/06 |
Reviewed by: Wendy
From meeting Sarah in the office to touring with Bob the helicopter pilot, everything was terrific. Bob was informative during the tour pointing out things of interest and made sure that passengers on both sides could see. My sister and I took our 86 year old mother to accomplish an item on her bucket list. She loved it!
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Packages: | North Shore Adventure [20min] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/05/03 |
Activity Date: | 2015/04/30 |
Reviewed by: GfromAtl
We had a great experience with Paradise Helicopter. The guide was great and we felt safe throughout the ride. We did a 10 min ride of North Shore and that was good for us as the most fun is taking off and landing. Our 4 yr old son enjoyed it very much. Would def recommend!
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Packages: | North Shore Explorer [10min] |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/04/16 |
Activity Date: | 2015/04/13 |
Reviewed by: William Wagter
I have had many rides on helicopters and this was the best. Never rode one with no door. My daughter and myself felt it was one of the best things we have done in our lifetime. The pilot was fantastic and having riden with the Sheriffs department as on observer several times in years past he ranks number one. What a smooth and exciting ride. I am telling all my family and friends to check out your service before anyone else when they come over to Hawaii. I will take another ride on my next trip back in the months ahead.
Many thanks, William, for your kind words. We're really happy that you and your daughter enjoyed your tour...there's nothing quite like flying with the doors off, eh? May you return to Hawaii someday and fly with us again.
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Packages: | Doors Off Flight [50 mins] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/03/20 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/16 |
Reviewed by: Patience
Our 5yr old and 3yr old had a great time on our helicopter tour. We recommend this as a wonderful thing to do as a family while visiting the island.
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Packages: | North Shore Adventure [20min] |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/26 |
Reviewed by: Liza Cocks
I wish I do air tour again. thank you we love it so much.
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Packages: | Hidden Oahu Flight [45 mins] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/01/26 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/23 |
Reviewed by: Shane & Louise
What an amazing tour, highly recommend. Pilot very knowledgeable, well organized and well worth the money.++++
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Packages: | Ali'i Sacred Falls Flight [60 mins] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2014/10/27 |
Activity Date: | 2014/10/20 |
Reviewed by: Kylie
Was great. Tour was informative and our pilot definitely knew a great deal of the island and of course those little unknown facts!
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Packages: | Ali'i Sacred Falls Flight [60 mins] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2014/10/17 |
Activity Date: | 2014/10/11 |
Reviewed by: Tracy
This was the best part of the trip! Brody was a great pilot and he was great telling us about Oahu. We are excited to come back with the rest of our family so they can experience the island from this view. This was a great way to end the trip. Love love loved this!! Highly recommend!
Hey Tracy - Many thanks for the great review. Brodi is a gem, eh? I'm glad you flew with us and thanks again for sharing your comments.
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Packages: | Hidden Oahu Flight [45 mins] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2014/09/17 |
Activity Date: | 2014/09/12 |
Reviewed by: hawaii_visitor
Me and my 9 year old son took this helicopter tour on September 5, 2014 and we had a great experience not only with the tour itself but also with the customer service provided by Makani Kai Helicopters. We really appreciate them accommodating our last minute booking. Pilot Broody was great and also provided a very good narrative of the places that we had seen. Since their shuttles were out at the end of our tour, they actually sent us back to our hotel in cab rather than making us wait for the next shuttle. we will highly recommend Makani Kai Helicopters.
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Packages: | Pali Makani Flight [30 mins] |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2014/09/08 |
Activity Date: | 2014/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Shannon & Bryce
Wow, we had the best time flying with Sandy and felt comfortable the entire time! The view from above is amazing and being in a helicopter is a "must" experience... And this is coming from someone afraid of flying! Great to see the Sacred Waterfall up close, the USS Arizona under water with the oil leak drifting off was unique, and just the mountains and valleys and ocean views are all beyond beautiful! I'd do it again...
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Packages: | Doors-On Flight [40 mins] |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2014/08/28 |
Activity Date: | 2014/08/25 |
Reviewed by: Sandra Boniella
This is an excellent way to see the island. The pilot was friendly and informative. The crew to include the bus driver were great people and very helpful. I would recommend this tour to anyone.
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Packages: | Pali Makani Flight [30 mins] |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2014/07/01 |
Activity Date: | 2014/06/29 |
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Thanks, Ardi, for taking the time to write. A good review is like catnip to our folks...they love getting feedback. I'm glad that you enjoyed your experience.