All Reviews for Helicopter & Airplane Tours

We had a great time on our helicopter tour! Our pilot was great. The scenery was beautiful! I had never been on a helicopter before and worried a bit about motion sickness, which I have an issue with sometimes. This was an extremely stable feeling ride! And our flight was a doors off flight. Zero problems with motion sickness here! The staff was pleasant and helpful. The pilot was capable and fun! Thanks for a great trip! I would highly recommend.
P.S. The instructions ahead of time say to bring a lanyard for your phone and your glasses, so I ordered both off of amazon. When you arrive, the staff had phone lanyards available and said that the headphones that you wear will hold your glasses/sunglasses on.

We used this for our honeymoon. Kaz-san provided transportation to the hotel and offered wonderful hospitality throughout our stay. The interior was very stylish and beautiful, creating a comfortable atmosphere. We felt completely at ease, especially with the Japanese staff handling the pre-flight briefing. During the flight, they introduced us to various spots and were attentive to our well-being, allowing us to enjoy the experience without any worries. Overall, it was the best. I thought right after the flight that I want to use this service again. There seem to be many operating companies, but I would choose Lani Lea without hesitation. It's a sure thing!

今回はハネムーンで利用しました。カズさんがホテルまで送迎してくれたり、終始素晴らしいおもてなしをしていただきました。店内もとてもおしゃれで綺麗で、居心地が良く、フライト前の説明も日本スタッフさんが対応してくれたりと不安は全く感じませんでした。フライト中はいろんなスポットを紹介していただいたり、終始私たちの体調を気にかけてくれたりと安心しながら楽しむことのできるフライトでした。とにかく、最高。また利用したい。フライト後すぐ思いました。たくさんの運営会社さんがあるようですが、迷わずにLani leaさんへ。間違いなしです！！

Due to bad weather, the flight was postponed once and rescheduled for the next morning. Thank you very much. The Japanese staff were very kind. Although the instructor couldn't speak Japanese, they actively communicated with us.

The aircraft I boarded was a 172P, and the pre-flight inspection and taxiing took about 15 minutes, with the actual flight lasting 31 minutes and taxiing after landing taking about 10 minutes.

During the 31-minute flight, there was about 10 minutes of hands-on flying experience. Even when I wasn't holding the controls, the instructor explained various things, which was very educational.

One personal disappointment was that although it was a "60-minute plan," the actual flight time was only about 30 minutes. I was a bit disappointed as I was expecting a full 60-minute flight.

悪天候により一度延期になり、次の日の朝に調整していただきました。ありがとうございます。
日本人スタッフの皆さんはとても優しかったです。インストラクターの方は日本語はできませんが、とても積極的にコミュニケーションをとってくれます。

私が搭乗した機材は172Pで、
離陸前点検とタキシングに15分、実飛行が31分、着陸後のタキシングに10分程度でした。

31分の飛行のうち、10分程度の操縦体験ができます。
操縦桿を握っていない時にもインストラクターさんがいろんなことについて説明してくれるのでとても勉強になりました。
個人的に残念だったところとしては、「60分プラン」なのに実飛行時間は30分程度しかありません。
60分の飛行を期待していたので少しがっかりでした。

Over 50 years old, and my first skydiving experience!
It was a group trip, but I participated alone with transportation included.
I had seen various posts, so everything went smoothly from pickup to check-in, the dive, and back to the hotel.

Before jumping out of the Cessna, I was nervous and my legs were shaking, but once I was in the air, it was truly amazing.
It felt less like falling and more like floating. As I broke through the clouds and the parachute opened, I was completely captivated by the beauty of the Hawaiian scenery.
I was so excited that I couldn't stop shouting, feeling overwhelmed with emotion.
The instructor was a nice guy who kept the energy up, making the experience even more enjoyable.

Initially, I had booked without a video, but I decided I wanted to have a record of it and purchased one on-site.
The price was high, but I was very satisfied.

I thought it might be my last chance to try this, but if I have the opportunity again, I definitely want to jump again.

50歳を超え、初のスカイダイビング！
団体旅行でしたが送迎付きで一人で参加しました。
色々投稿を見ていたので当日もピックアップから
チェックイン、ダイブ、帰りのホテルまでスムーズ
に参加出来ました。

セスナから飛び出す前はビビッて足がガクガク
してましたが、飛んでからは本当に最高の一言
でした。
本当に落ちるというより、浮いていると言った
感覚です。雲を抜けてパラシュートが開くと
ハワイの光景の美しさにも完全に魅了されました。
年甲斐もなくひたすら感激で叫び続けてました。
感動で心が震えました。
インストラクターの方はナイスガイで、ずっと
盛り上げてくれ、楽しさが倍増されます。

最初、ビデオ無しで予約してましたが、やっぱり
記録に残しておきたく、現地で追加購入しました。
料金は高いですが大満足です。

人生最後と思ってトライしましたが、また機会が
あれば必ず飛びたいと思います。

Great trip with Tyler being our pilot. Not only was he a great pilot he was very knowledgable about the Big Island and about things a vacationer would not know. Saw many whales and spinner dolphins.. Circle Island tour was a great experience! Support staff was great and gave us all the information needed to make the trip great, but also safe!

The weather was favorable, and we were very satisfied to be able to view almost the entire island of Oahu from the sky. However, regarding the piloting experience, I’m not sure if it was due to our limited English skills or because the airspace was crowded and dangerous, but during the flight, I only occasionally had my hands on the controls, so I didn’t feel like I was really piloting at all. Given the cost of the experience for us as a couple, it felt like a significant investment, and I later regretted not opting for the sightseeing flight instead. The pilots and staff were truly wonderful, so I am satisfied with their service. The conditions in the sky depend on luck, so I am grateful that we were able to fly at all.

天候にも恵まれてオアフ島をほぼ一周空から眺める事が出来てその点は大満足でした。
ただ操縦体験に関しては私達夫婦の英語力が乏しかった為なのか空が混んでいて危険な状況だったのか分かりませんが、飛行中に時たまほぼ手を添える程度で終わってしまったので操縦した感じが全く無く、操縦体験としての金額は私達夫婦からするとかなり高額な経験への投資だったので、これなら遊覧飛行コースにしとけば良かったと後から後悔してしまいました。
パイロットやスタッフの方々には本当に良くしていただいたので対応に関しては満足しています。
空の事情はその時の運もありますので飛ぶ事ができた事だけでも感謝ですね。

The pilot spoke English and provided clear explanations about the operation, which made me feel at ease. Additionally, the transportation and pre-briefing were handled very politely by the Japanese staff, which was great. Everyone was very kind, and I would like to use this service again. It's something you can't easily experience in Japan, so I'm really glad I did it.

パイロットの方は英語でしたが、操縦について、わかりやすくレクチャーしてくれるので安心です。
また、送迎や事前の説明は日本の方が丁寧にしてくれたので、良かったです。
皆様とても親切で、また利用したいと思いました。
日本では中々体験出来ないことなので、本当にやって良かったと思います。

The experience of piloting was, of course, amazing, but I was also impressed by the hospitality during the other times. They came to pick me up at the hotel front, and during the transfer, they introduced various regions in Japanese. Additionally, during the briefing and the break after the flight, I was able to relax on a spacious sofa, making my time there comfortable throughout.

体験操縦はもちろん最高でしたが、その他の時間のおもてなしに感激しました。
ホテルのフロントまで迎えに来てくださり、送迎中は日本語で各地域の紹介もして頂きました。
また、ブリーフィングやフライト後の休憩時間も、広々としたソファーでくつろぐことができ、終始快適に過ごせました。

Kauai is the garden island for a reason. Seeing it all from above was unreal!

The pickup was on time. They announced it loudly, so I understood right away! During the transfer, the driver explained about the city as we went along.

For check-in, we operated the tablets individually, signed the consent form, and stored our luggage in lockers while we waited. It's best to put all your belongings in the locker! This includes hats and sunglasses!

The instructor helped us get our gear ready and taught us how to fly! I'm not very good at English, but the instructor mixed in some Japanese, which made it easy to understand.

Then, it was time to board the plane... The ascent was the most nerve-wracking part, but once we were flying, it felt amazing and was truly the best experience!!! My ears popped and hurt a bit, but afterward, it was average. I would definitely love to participate again if I have the chance.

ピックアップ時間通りでした。大きい声でアナウンスしてくれてたのですぐにわかりました！
移動中は、ドライバーさんが街のことを説明してくれながら向かいました。
チェックインは各自タブレットで操作をして、同意書にサインをし、ロッカーに荷物を入れ待機。
ロッカーへは全ての荷物を入れた方がいいです！
帽子やサングラスもです！
インストラクターの方が装備を整えてくれて、飛び方を教えてくれました！英語が苦手な私ですが、インストラクターの方が日本語を交えながら教えてくれたのでわかりやすかったです。
いざ、機内へ…
上がっていくのが1番ドキドキしましたが、飛んでしまえば気持ちよくて本当に最高でした！！！
耳がパチパチと痛くなりましたが、終わってからは平均でした。また機会があればぜひ参加したいです。

The feeling of falling to the bottom of the abyss is becoming addictive. Since the ground is far away, there's no sense of fear. If there were a place that was closer and cheaper, I might become a repeat visitor.

奈落の底に落ちる感じが癖になりそう。地面が遠いので恐怖感はない。もっと身近に、安く出来る所があればリピーターになってしまいそう。

I have experienced flights in a Cessna several times, but it was always a four-seater C172. This time, I flew in a compact two-seater C150, and despite the wind, it was an interesting flight experience.

セスナでのフライトは何度か体験していますが、いつも４人乗りのC172でした。今回は２人乗りのC150でコンパクトな機体でしたが、風の影響もあり面白いフライトが体験できました。

Mat our pilot was fantastic gave us all the views this island had to show as well as pointed all the places that movies were filmed don’t hesitate to book with them A+ all the way

When I was going to New York, there was a price difference between direct flights and flights via Hawaii, so I chose the latter. I was wondering how to spend the 8-hour transit when I found a Cessna flying experience!!

Having watched Top Gun and being impressed by the wonders of flying, I never expected to have a similar experience in Hawaii. The price isn't cheap, but it will definitely become a lifelong memory!

My son, who is 7 years old, was able to pilot the plane without being particularly scared, thanks to the careful guidance of the Japanese staff.

After the flight, we were able to relax in a homely atmosphere and arrived in New York feeling energized.

NYに行く時、直行便とHawaii経由便で、価格差があったので、後者を選択。トランジット8時間をどう過ごすかな？と考えていた時に、セスナ操縦を見つけました！！

トップガンを見て、飛行の素晴らしさに感激していたので、まさかHawaiiで追体験ができるなんて。お値段は安くはないですが、一生の思い出になること間違いなし！です。

息子7歳でしたが、日本人のスタッフが丁寧に指導してくださり、特に怖がることもなく操縦できました。

フライト後も、アットホームな空間でゆっくり過ごすことができ、元気にNYに迎えました。

Since we did this the day before leaving, it was really fun to see lots of places we'd visited on the ground from the air, and to get a better view of crater road through the park. The kids loved having the headsets and microphones, and asked lots of questions. The pilot was very patient with them and had taken the trouble to learn their names and really interact with them. He also accepted requests for minor deviations from his flight plan to see particular things, flying into clouds so that we could get a better view of a rainbow. They also take video of the whole trip, and we wound up paying for that too since it seemed reasonably priced compared with the cost of the overall experience.

I really wanted to do this, so I participated alone. I had heard that it would be cold up in the air, so I wore a windbreaker, but I don't know how many minutes it took from when we descended until the parachute opened. The wind pressure made the zipper press against my throat, and it was uncomfortable. I should have worn a trainer. I couldn't fix it. You need to make sure to fit the goggles properly; otherwise, you'll end up like I did.

The journey in the sky became a rewarding time for myself, and I was glad I did it because the views of the sea, sky, and ground were beautiful.

どうしてもやりたくて1人で参加しました。
上空は寒いとの情報があり、ウィンドブレーカーを着ましたが、降りてからパラシュートが開くまで、何分かわかりませんが、風圧によりファスナーが喉を押し苦しかったです。トレーナーにすればよかった。直すに直せなかったです。ゴーグルにはしっかり肉を入れないと私みたいな状態になります。
空の旅は自分へのご褒美の時間となり、海、空、地上と景色がよくやってよかったです。

A helicopter tour around Oahu in winter.
From Waikiki Beach to Diamond Head, through Hanauma Bay to Lanikai, and then to the North Shore.
We were able to capture surfers riding the big waves at the North Shore perfectly!
My advice is to definitely dress warmly and to eat lightly before participating to avoid motion sickness.
There are two seats next to the pilot, which are ideal for video and photo shooting. I highly recommend you experience this.
The price is high, but considering the experience, it's not expensive.

冬のオアフ島をヘリで一周。
ワイキキビーチからダイヤモンドヘッド、ハナウマ湾からラニカイを経てノースショアへ。
ノースショアの大波を乗りこなすサーファーもばっちり撮影できました！
アドバイスは、必ず暖かい服装で参加することと、
参加前は食事を控えめにすること。乗り物酔いを避けられます。
操縦者の横、２席ありますが、ここが動画、写真撮影に最適です。ぜひぜひ、体験してみてください。
値段は高いけど、内容からすると高くないです。

I had my first flight experience, and the process from check-in to boarding was smooth, with very kind assistance from the Japanese staff.

During the flight, I was able to experience piloting while being given explanations about the tourist spots on Oahu, and the view from the window was amazing.

I used this service with my wife, who is a bit scared, but the takeoff and landing were very smooth, and she enjoyed it. I would like to use this service again.

Thank you!

初めてのフライト体験をしましたが、チェックインから搭乗までのプロセスはスムーズで、日本人のスタッフの対応はとても親切でした。

フライト中はオワフ島の観光地を説明していただきながら操縦体験ができ、窓からの眺めは素晴らしかったです。

怖がりの妻との利用でしたが、離着陸時も非常にスムーズで、楽しんでいました。また利用したいと思います。

ありがとうございました！

The instructors were talking about how they jumped with "Japp" yesterday.

It's frustrating to hear discriminatory language used where customers can't hear it, especially in a job where lives are at stake. It makes me anxious that they might have a dislike for Japanese people and that an injury could occur.

It was a relief that my instructor didn't engage in that conversation. However, another person who was jumping kept insisting on using "Japp." The cameraman was nice, though.

The image gets tarnished because of a few discriminatory individuals. Naturally, I wouldn't recommend this to my Japanese friends.

I want a safe and secure environment. If they dislike Japanese people, they should keep that to themselves outside of work.

The driver, cameraman, and accompanying skydivers asked for tips. That's fine, but I don't want to pay them when they act like this.

インストラクターらが、ジャップと昨日も飛んだぜと話していた。

ジャップって客に聞こえないところで差別用語使うならともかく、命預かる仕事で呆れる。
日本人嫌いから、怪我でも起きないか不安になる。

自分のインストラクターが、その話に乗らなかったのはまだ良かったが。
別の人と飛ぶ人がわざわざしつこくジャップと。
カメラマンも良い人だったが。

一部の差別的な人間のせいでイメージ悪くなる。
当然、自分は日本人の友達には勧めない。

安全、安心な環境を提供してほしい。
日本人嫌いなら、それは仕事以外で。

運転手、カメラマン、同行スカイダイバーには、チップを要求される。
それは良いのだが、こんな連中に対しては払いたくはなくなる。

It was a wonderful flight. My youngest daughter first time in one. We were lucky and saw a whale

[Before Boarding]
- The office had a restroom and a shop (selling original T-shirts, etc.).
- Before boarding, there was a camera check, and they reinforced it with zip ties to prevent it from falling. My companion was lent a GoPro handheld stick for free.
- I wore glasses and boarded as is, but my companion, who wore contact lenses, was offered sunglasses for free (with three options to choose from) to protect their eyes.
- Other carry-on luggage was handed over at the counter, and I received a key for a free locker.

[After Flight]
- I handed over the locker key and received my luggage over the counter.
- I was offered footage taken by the staff during the flight, but it wasn't pushy, and I left without purchasing anything (the footage I took myself from the first-class seat next to the cockpit is more memorable).

【搭乗前】
・事務所にはトイレと売店（オリジナルＴシャツなど）がありました。
・搭乗前にカメラのチェックがあり、落下しないよう結束バンドで補強してくれました。同伴者はGoProのハンドヘルドスティックを無償で貸してもらいました。
・眼鏡着用の私はそのまま搭乗しましたが、コンタクトレンズ着用の同伴者には目を保護するためにサングラスの無償貸与（３つから選択）がありました。
・カメラ以外の手荷物はカウンターで手渡し、無償ロッカーのキーを受け取りました。
【飛行後】
・ロッカーのキーを手渡し、カウンター越しに手荷物を受け取りました。
・同乗スタッフが撮影した飛行中の映像を斡旋されましたが、強引なものではなく、何も買わずに帰りました（ファーストクラス席＝操縦席横で自ら撮影した映像の方が思い出になるので）。

My first skydiving experience was wonderful. The weather was great, and it felt good. I was impressed by the beautiful scenery from the Cessna as we flew up high. It felt natural to jump out, and before I knew it, I was on my journey through the sky. I made a mistake with the PC operation at the local reception, but a kind female staff member helped me with the process, which was a relief. However, I think I would have enjoyed it even more if I could speak English.

初のスカイダイビング
天気もよくて気持ち良かったです
セスナに乗って上空から景色を見て綺麗だなぁと感心してました　飛び降りるのも当たり前のように次から次へと降りていきあっと言う間に空への旅に連れて行かれました
現地受付で誤ったＰＣ操作をしたのですが、現地のスタッフの女性が親切に手続きをしてくれたので助かりました
ただ、英語が喋れるともっと、楽しめると思いました

I hold pilot licenses for small aircraft in both Japan and the United States, so I booked an evening flight as the final event to cap off our honeymoon. As a small aircraft pilot, this evening is my favorite flight time.

With the guidance of the instructor pilot through complex controlled airspace and radio communication, we reached the east coast of Oahu after flying over Waikiki. The sight of the sunset was truly divine. Whether to fly over the east coast or the west coast is up to the instructor pilot's judgment, but flying over the east coast allows you to see the valley of the famous tourist spot Kualoa Ranch from the sky. I believe this is a privilege granted to those who conquer the skies. My wife, who was on her second flight with me, was able to enjoy the experience comfortably.

The luxurious reception after the flight was also wonderful, and we even received a surprise to commemorate our honeymoon. If you're unsure about which activities to experience in Hawaii, I highly recommend trying the sky adventures with LANI LEA SKY TOURS!

私は日米両方の小型飛行機の操縦免許を持っていますので、新婚旅行のトリを飾るイベントとして一番最後の枠で夕方のフライトを予約しました。小型機パイロットとしてこの夕方が一番大好きなフライト時間帯です。
教官パイロットの方による複雑な管制空域の飛行指南と無線交信により、ワイキキ上空を経て到達したオアフ島東海岸。その黄昏に染まる姿は神々しさを感じさせられものでした。東海岸もしくは西海岸を飛行するかは教官パイロットの方の判断となりますが、東海岸をフライトすると観光名所クアロア牧場の谷間を奥まで空から見渡すことが出来ます。これぞ空を征く者に許された特典だと思います。私の操縦する飛行機に乗ったのは二回目となる妻も飛行中、安心して楽しんでもらうことが出来ました。
フライトが終わった後のラグジュアリーな接待も素晴らしく、新婚旅行記念のサプライズまで頂戴しました。ハワイで体験するアクティビティをどれにするか迷われている方は、是非LANI LEA SKY TOURSさんで空の遊びをされてみてはいかがでしょうか？

What an awesome tour, it was great to get to see the island from above, nothing beats it.

It was my 9-year-old son's first flight, as he aspires to be a pilot. The staff were all kind, and we had a very enjoyable time. I would like to request this again when my son is a little older!

パイロット志望の9歳の息子の初飛行でした。
スタッフ皆親切で、とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。
息子がもう少し大きくなってから、またお願いしたいと思います！

What a wonderful way to see the island! Our pilot was very pleasant, safe and full of information. Our first one was rescheduled due to poor visibility but when we actually went out it was a perfect day.

10/10 would recommend for a great once in a lifetime experience!!!

An absolutely fabulous experience, feeling the wind while the endless lava fields pass by below our feet. Photos without glare, a dream!
High safety, perfect pax care, highly recommended to anyone.
Many thanks!

We experienced this with four friends. Our friends sat in the front row next to the pilot, while my husband and I were in the back right side. Shortly after takeoff, we headed north from above the coastline of Waikoloa towards the Kohala Mountains. We were amazed by the beauty of Waikoloa where we were staying, and the view of Maui from the sea was also deeply moving. It was all of our first time on a helicopter, and I thought the fear would be overwhelming, but as we ascended along the mountain slopes, we were able to enjoy it with a moderate sense of tension. The beauty of Waipi'o Valley was stunning, and I wanted to land and explore, but since it was a short course this time, we just circled without landing. (Next time, I would like to have lunch there.) Lastly, the staff were kind, friendly, and we had a great time. (One of the female staff members looked just like my mother when she was younger, which made me laugh.)

友人夫婦４人で体験いたしました。
友人夫婦がパイロットさんの隣の前列、私たち夫婦は後ろの右側でした。
離陸直後、西側の海岸線のワイコロアの上空から、北上しコハラ山脈に向かいました。
宿泊しているワイコロアの綺麗さに驚き、また、海から眺めるマウイ島も
感慨ぶかいものがありました。
４人ともヘリに乗るのは初めてで、怖さが勝るかと思いましたが、山の傾斜に
沿って高度を上げていったので、適度な緊張感で楽しむ事が出来ました。
ワイピオの谷あいも美しく、着陸して楽しみたかったですが、今回は短時間のコースでしたので、着陸せずに周遊するだけでした。
（次回は、ランチでもしたいです。）
最後にスタッフの方々も優しく、親切で楽しい時間が過ごせました。
（スタッフの女性が若かりし頃の母親そっくりで、笑ってしまいました。）

I had my first experience piloting a Cessna, and I was able to control the plane for almost the entire time except during takeoff and landing, which was so much fun! The accompanying pilot also took photos and videos, and later sent me the data. It was the best experience!

初めてセスナ体験操縦してみましたが、離陸・着陸時以外ほとんどの時間を操縦することができとても楽しかった！
同乗のパイロットが、写真や動画も撮影してくださり、後でデータを送って頂けました。
最高の体験でした！

Honestly, I'm not fluent in English, but fortunately, on the day I participated, there was a Japanese staff member who helped me by explaining the instructor's instructions in Japanese. After that, I communicated with the instructor using simple English and gestures, and I was able to fly safely.

It was a nerve-wracking experience, and I thought that people who do this job are crazy. But looking back now, coming down over the ocean in Hawaii was an amazing experience, and the sea was incredibly beautiful! I want to experience it again.

In November, it was just the rainy season, and there was rain before the flight, plus we had to wait due to the wind, but thanks to that, I was able to see a rainbow from the Cessna.

正直英語がペラペラではないですが、有り難い事に参加した日は日系のスタッフの方がいて、インストラクターの説明内容を日本語で教えていただいて助けていただきました。その後のインストラクターとは簡単な英語とジェスチャーでやり取りをして、無事に飛行できました。
どきどき恐々の経験で、この仕事をしている人はクレージーだなって思いましたが。今となってはハワイの海の上を降りてくるって最高の経験で、海がめちゃくちゃ綺麗でした！また経験したいって思ってます。
11月はちょうど雨季で飛行前は雨が降っていたり、風の影響で待たされたりはしましたが、そのおかげでセスナから虹が見えました。