All Reviews for Helicopter & Airplane Tours

The entire experience was awesome. Nice building at the helipad with merchandise and restrooms if you need them. The pre-flight instructions and guidance upon loading/unloading was great with a photo op post-flight in front of the helicopter. The pilot made us feel safe the entire time. I get motion sickness on boats and was a little worried but no issues at all (I took a ginger pill but not sure it was needed as it felt very steady). Take photos/videos on the ride but be sure to just appreciate it with your own eyes too because it’s really amazing! Don’t hesitate to go, it’s worth the extra money vs. other excursions. FYI - this was a review from a rainy/cloudy day...I can’t imagine what it must look like with a nice sunny/clear sky!

I forgot that tipping is a culture in America! In addition to the above fees, you will need to pay separately:
- $20 for the photographer
- $20 for the instructor
- $10 for the driver for the round trip

I thought it would be cheaper than skydiving in Japan, but in the end, it wasn't that cheap.

The meeting time for Japanese participants was very early, around 4 AM. The Koreans and Americans had later times than us. Is it because we are diligent Japanese that the meeting time is set this way? It was tough since the meeting time was so early that I had no energy to do anything after getting home, which was around 1 PM.

The diving itself was fun, but I was worried because the instructor only provided casual guidance.

アメリカがチップ文化なのを忘れてました！
上記の料金の他に
・カメラマンに20ドル
・インストラクターに20ドル
・行き帰りの運転手に10ドル
が別途必要となります。

日本でスカイダイビングするより安く出来るー！と思って挑みましたが、結局そんな安くないです。

日本人の集合時間はとても早いので、集合時間は4時台でした。
韓国人やアメリカ人などは私たちより後の時間でした。
律儀な日本人だから、この時間設定なのでしょうか…集合時間がとても早いので、帰宅してから動く体力もなく、辛かったです。帰宅は13時頃。

ダイビング自体は楽しいですが、インストラクターがテキトーな指導しかしてくれなかったので心配でした。

I was really nervous until I took off, but once I was flying, it felt absolutely amazing!!!! It's something everyone should try at least once in their life.

飛ぶまではすごく緊張してましたが、
飛んでしまえば本当にさいっっっっこーーーーーーーーー！！！！
って気持ちになりました＼(^o^)／
人生に1度はやった方がいいですね(o^^o)

Our driver Scottie from Temptation Tours was the best I've ever seen. Kept us engaged the whole ride. Knew everything about the island, people, history. Knew all of the best places to stop, where all of the good and bad bathrooms were down to the minute. Told us when the drive by pic was coming up so that we knew to get our phones/camera ready. Stopped multiple times and took the best video and pics of not only us but something cool on the stop. The wraps at lunch were superb. The captain's chairs in the van were perfect. Flying back with Troy from Maui Air was just as incredible. He played cool music and the ride was smooth. Saw a bunch of the falls and even played a little "chase and ride along" a friend he spotted in an ultralight. Highly recommend this combo. We were back at the hotel by early afternoon! Veltra Tours made it so easy and kept us up to date via email during our trip.

I rode in a helicopter for the first time. The day before, when I arrived at Hilo Airport, I went to Lobby 2 to reconfirm my reservation and check in, where I was able to complete part of the check-in process, including a weight measurement. On the day of the flight, after about ten minutes of instruction, we headed to the helipad. The staff were polite and efficient. I thought I might get motion sickness, but the pilot was skilled, and it was very comfortable. It was indeed cold up in the air, and combined with the wind, there was a bit of light rain, so a jacket is essential. However, I was amazed to see the heat from the crater and the gently undulating red lava, wondering how easily one can feel nature like this! The English instructions were clear and explained point by point, and since we all wore headsets, we could chat together. I think it’s great that if you experience it as a group, those who understood can share in Japanese. At first, I was nervous in many ways, but I felt like I could experience the nature of the Big Island of Hawaii, seeing Hilo city from above and confirming the traces of lava flows from various eras all at once, which you can't feel from the ground.

初めてヘリコプターに乗りました。前日、ヒロ空港に着くと同時に、予約の再確認とチェックイン場所確認でロビー２に行きましたが、そこで体重測定等一部チェックインできました。当日は１０分ぐらいのインストラクションの後、ヘリポートへ。スタッフも丁寧で、手際が良かったです。乗り物酔いするかと思いましたが、操縦が上手なのかとても快適でした。上空はやはり寒く、風と相まって小雨も混じってきたので、上着は必須です。しかし、火口の熱気や、タプタプ波打つ赤いlavaが見られて、こんなに簡単に自然を感じられるものか！？と感動しました。英語は丁寧にポイントごとに説明してくれて、ヘッドセットをつけていて全員でおしゃべりできるので、グループで体験すれば意味わかった人が日本語で話すことでみんなで共有出来て良いと思います。最初はいろんな意味で緊張しましたが、ヒロの街を一望出来て、いろいろな年代の溶岩の流れた跡を一目で確認できて、地上からは感じられないハワイ島の自然を体感できたような気がします。

I drove to the summit of Haleakalā the day before, but it was covered in clouds and I couldn't see the crater. This time, I was able to see the crater perfectly on a helicopter tour, and it was breathtaking. I also saw countless waterfalls and was very satisfied.

ハレアカラは前日車で山頂に行きましたが雲に覆われてクレーターまで見えませんでした。今回ヘリコプターツアーでクレーターをバッチリ見られ圧巻でした。無数の滝も見られ大満足でした。

Geoffrey was a wonderful pilot and tour guide! His knowledge of Kauai was extremely informative, and the views were amazing! This is our third Blue Hawaiian Helicopter tour in the Hawaiian Islands, and will only book with them. The Eco-Star is the best way to see all the beauty!!

My 9:30 reservation was canceled due to a flight cancellation, and when I changed it to 10:30, that flight was also canceled... I was asked if it was okay to change to 14:30, but I could only go on a short course, so I reluctantly said yes! The flight wasn't as scary as I thought, which was good, but... they circled around to show us the red spots of the volcano, and I got motion sickness (T ^ T). The seat behind me had no door, so it was windy and cold... It really depends on the weather...

9:30の予約がフライトキャンセル、
10:30に変更もフライトキャンセル、、、
14:30に変更でショートのコースしか行けないがいいか？と聞かれ、しょーがなくイエス！
フライトは思ったよりは怖くなくて良かったが、、、火山の赤いところを見せてくれる為にぐるぐる回ってくれたのが酔った(T ^ T)
後ろの席がドア無し選択してたので風ビュービューで寒いし、、、
天気次第ですね、、、

The driver was friendly. We saw amazing lava flow and beautiful landscape.

This was my second time skydiving, and it was just as amazing as the first! Since I knew what to expect, I felt a bit more excitement than during my first jump. On the day of the jump, the weather was bad in the morning, with a downpour and it was cold, but after waiting, we were able to jump. While ascending in the helicopter, I saw a big rainbow, and it made the rain worth it. It was a really great experience! I was completely fine during my first jump, but this time I felt a bit nauseous, so I wished I had brought some motion sickness medication.

今回2度目のスカイダイビングでしたが、やっぱり最高です！
どうやるか分かってる為、ドキドキ感は1回目よりあった気がきます。
当日朝天気が悪く、スコールが降り寒かったのですが、待ちに待って、飛ぶ事ができました。
ヘリ？で登ってるときに、おっきい虹が見れて雨が降った甲斐があったなーと、、
とても、いい体験になりました！
私は一回目は全然平気だったのですが、今回少し酔った気がしたので酔い止めあったらよかったなと思いました。

Part 2 of things I want to try in life! I flew with my 18-year-old son. It was amazing. A memory I will never forget. Hawaii is a place where dreams come true! I will work hard every day so I can come back soon. Thank you for helping me realize my dreams.

人生やってみたいことのパート2！18歳になった息子と
飛んでみました。サイコーです。一生忘れない思い出です。ハワイは夢を叶える場所！またすぐ戻ってこれるよう、毎日頑張ってはたらきまーす。
夢実現のお手伝いをありがとうございました

It was my first skydiving experience with my two daughters. My daughter was feeling anxious, but thanks to the staff's excellent guidance, she was able to relax and said it was the best experience. The photos turned out great, and we were satisfied. However, it was a bit disappointing that we couldn't get a video. We left something in the car on the way back, but we were able to contact them right away, and they brought it to the pickup location, which was a great help. My daughter said she would love to do it again as many times as possible if given the chance. Thank you very much!

娘２人と初めてのスカイダイビングでした。娘が不安がっていましたがスタッフの方がうまく誘導してくれたおかげでリラックスできたようで最高の体験が出来たと喜んでいました。
写真も上手く撮れていて満足でした。ただムービーが撮れていなかったので少し残念でした。
帰りの車で忘れ物をしましたが、すぐに連絡がつきピックアップ場所まで持ってきてくださり助かりました。
機会があれば何回でもしたいと娘が言っていました。
ありがとうございました、

The helicopter ride is exciting and fun. We saw the shoreline and lots of waterfalls. The Road to Hana can be long so going half-way is better. Our guide was terrific. He showed us all the important things along the way that we never would have seen if we did it on our own.

The hotel pickup and the explanation of skydiving were provided in Japanese, which was very clear and helpful. I really enjoyed the skydiving; it was very thrilling.

ホテルのピックアップもスカイダイビングの説明も日本語でしていただき、大変わかりやすく良かったです。
スカイダイビングもとてもスリリングで楽しみました。

Nice hospitable crew both on ground and in air.

Our helicopter pilot Michael was so nice that he turned around to get a nice snap which we could be in the first flyby. We took our tour during March ( US mainland spring time ).

Great and memorable 1st experience of chopper ride. Since it rained that day we saw so many waterfalls.

Our tour was to fly to the other side of the island and then ride a tour mini van through the mountains/rainforests back to the helipad. Nice Tour guide Scott as he knew the whole island bit by bit of it which gave us many memorable nature spots along the ride. He was very helpful in clicking pics and explaining us about island, people and vegetation

I was very satisfied to finally be able to go skydiving, which I had always wanted to try. The time spent was long, but the experience was so incredible that I forgot about it.

ずっとしてみたかったスカイダイビングをすることができて大満足です。拘束時間は長いですが、そのことを忘れるほどの体験ができました。

My first skydiving experience was exhilarating! The view was beautiful, and the refreshing feeling blew away my worries! There were staff members who spoke Japanese, which made me feel at ease. I want to do it again!

初めてのスカイダイビング、爽快でした！
景色も綺麗で悩みも吹っ飛ぶ爽快感！
日本語が話せるスタッフの方もみえたので安心でした。
またやりたいです！

Until the parachute opened, I experienced the wind, and after it opened, I enjoyed the scenery without any fear at all. The instructor was cheerful and friendly, which really boosted my spirits. I received a lot of help from VELTRA. Even though I made some unreasonable requests, like changing my schedule and asking for the video after returning home, I received polite responses every time, for which I am very grateful. Looking at the photos and videos reminds me of Hawaii, and I've decided to go again next time.

パラシュートが開くまでは風を体感し、開いてからは景色を楽しみ、恐怖は全くなかったです。
インストラクターは明るく気さくで気分を盛り上げてくれました。
VELTRAさんにはかなりお世話になりました。日程変更、帰国してからビデオ欲しくなったから送ってほしいなど無理なお願いをいくつかしてしまったにもかかわらず、毎回丁寧な返事をいただき、感謝感謝です。
写真、ビデオを見てはハワイを思い出し、次回もまた行こうと決めました。

The experience at an altitude of 4,000 meters, which is quite rare, was absolutely amazing. The sounds of ascending into the sky and the vibrations heightened my excitement; it was truly wonderful. However, there was one issue: I could hardly speak any English, and the instructor didn't speak Japanese, so we couldn't communicate at all. I believe that if I had understood more English and could have talked during the dive, it would have been an even more fantastic experience.

なかなか体験出来ない高度４０００メートルはとても最高でした。
空へ上る音や揺れも、緊張度を高めてくれる、素晴らしいものでした。
ただ、一点だけ、自分が英語をほとんど話せず、インストラクターの方が日本語を話せないので、全くコミュニケーションが取れませんでした。
きっと、英語をもっと理解して、飛んでいる最中もお話出来たら、もっと素敵なダイビングだったと思いました。

Wonderful life experience! Our pilot Scott (should be right name) Is experienced tour guide and very patiently answered my 5yrs old boy questions. Thank you

This is one of the coolest things that i have ever done in my life! If you have ever wanted to know what it is like to fly, this is the thing for you. Staff was great and the instructor was great. Everything is safe. I not only got to take off, but fly around the island for an hour and then land the plane! I can't even explain what an incredible experience this was. This is definitely a must try!!!

The first activity I did when I arrived in Hawaii was this one. The instructor was very friendly and managed to keep the energy up even though I didn't understand the language. I was also able to fully enjoy the Hawaiian scenery, and I am very satisfied. The character of the older employee was also very amusing.

ハワイに着いて一番はじめにこのアクティビティをやりました。
インストラクターもとても気さくで、言葉が分からないなりに盛り上げてくれました。さらにハワイの景色を満喫でき、とても満足しています。
従業員のおじいちゃんのキャラもとても面白かったです。

I made a reservation a week before the participation date, and it was for my second choice of time. The 9 AM slot is quite popular, so we participated at 7 AM. However, departing during the dim light of dawn allowed us to be moved by the changing scenery of the Big Island of Hawaii!

If you're staying at the Waikoloa Resort and have rented a car, I think it's better to go directly rather than waiting for the hotel pickup. It saves time and is smoother.

Fortunately, our guide was Toshi, a Japanese staff member, who was very friendly and, despite the early hour, guided us with high energy. (According to another guide in Hawaii, this person's helicopter tour is the most luxurious Japanese-language tour on the Big Island...) He provided guidance in English for the American couple we rode with and in Japanese for us, showing great consideration, even offering cool air to me when I felt nauseous. When there are foreign participants, the main guidance will be in English, so having a basic understanding of English can make the tour more enjoyable.

Of course, the volcano is a must-see, but I highly recommend the canyon as well. It's difficult to access the canyon on ground tours, so seeing it from the air in this tour really changes your image of the Big Island.

I tend to get seasick, and I forgot about that when I joined the tour, which significantly affected my enjoyment due to helicopter motion sickness... The volcano and canyon involve several turns and significant shaking, so I recommend taking motion sickness medication if you're prone to it. They sell motion sickness medication at the reception, but since you might not know if it suits you, it's best to bring your own. They do provide etiquette bags and wet tissues inside the helicopter. There is a break at Hilo Airport, so you won't be on the helicopter for two hours straight.

I ended up feeling quite groggy from motion sickness, but even so, I was very satisfied with this tour!

コナ発で参加日の一週間前の予約、第2希望の時間帯でした。やはり9時からは人気で私達は7時からの参加でした。ですが、夜明けの薄暗い時間帯に出発することで時間によるハワイ島の景色の変化に感動させられました！
ワイコロアリゾートに宿泊していてレンタカーを借りている方はホテルのピックアップを待つより直接行ったほうがいいかなと思います。時間かからないのでスムーズです。
スタッフは運良く日本人スタッフのToshiさんで、非常に気さくで早朝にもかかわらずハイテンションでガイドしてしていただきました。（別のハワイのガイドさん曰くこの人のヘリコプターツアーがハワイ島で一番贅沢な日本語ツアーだとか…）一緒に乗ったアメリカ人夫婦には英語、私達には日本語でガイドしてくださり、酔ってしまった私にも冷風を当ててくれたりと気遣いがとてもよかったです。外国人参加者と同席になると当たり前ですか、英語がメインのガイドになりますので多少の英語が理解できるとより楽しいツアーになるかと思います。
火山はもちろんのことおすすめは渓谷です。渓谷は地上のツアーでは入ることが入ることが難しいので空から見られるこのツアーで、ハワイ島のイメージがかなり変わります。
私は船酔いが激しくそのことを忘れてツアーに参加してしまったためかなりヘリコプター酔いに楽しい時間が邪魔されてしまいました…火山と渓谷は旋回が何回も揺れも大きいので船酔いが激しい方は酔い止めを飲んで参加することをおすすめします。受付で酔い止めも販売されていますが体に合うかわからないので持参した酔い止めがおすすめです。一応エチケット袋とウエットティシュはヘリコプター内に常備されています。ヒロ空港で休憩がありますので2時間乗りっぱなしということではないです。
乗り物酔いでかなりグロッキーになってしまいましたが、そんな私でも今回のツアーはかなり満足できるものになりました！

This was my second time on the Big Island of Hawaii, and I finally got to ride in a helicopter. The pilot was Japanese and navigated kindly and carefully, which was very impressive. I also got to see waterfalls and landscapes that can only be viewed from the helicopter, and I was able to see three whales! I highly recommend it to everyone!

今回二回目のハワイ島でしたが、やっとヘリに乗ることが出来ました(^｡^)
パイロットも日本人の方で親切丁寧にナビしていただき大変感動しました(^｡^)
あとヘリからしか見れない滝や風景
そしてクジラとも三頭も見ることが出来ました！
皆様にもオススメですよ！

It may seem scary, but I strongly recommend it as it will definitely become a great travel memory! I asked a photographer to take pictures, and he was very friendly and cool, so I plan to brag about it to my friends!

怖いと思いますが、やった方が絶対に良い旅の思い出になるので強くオススメします！
自分はカメラマンに撮影をお願いしたのですが、とてもフレンドリーでカッコよく友達にも自慢しようと思ってます！

The view of the ocean from way up high was magnificent!
While ascending in the airplane, the instructor, perhaps to ease the tension, pointed out a whale and played pranks on other instructors to make us laugh.
Since the skydiving site was at a high altitude, it was so cold while waiting for the plane that I almost forgot I was in Hawaii.
I recommend bringing a fall or winter jacket.
Once we were in the air, I didn’t mind the cold.

If you wear something like a polo shirt with a collar that flaps strongly, you might get bruising where the fabric touches your skin (like on your neck with the collar).
I think it’s better to fold it inward or wear a T-shirt.

遥か上から見る海は壮大でした！
飛行機で上昇中、インストラクターさんが緊張をほぐすためか、鯨だよと教えてくれたり、他のインストラクターさんにイタズラして笑わせてくれました。
標高の高い場所にスカイダイビング場があったため、飛行機を待つ間はハワイにいることを忘れるほど寒かったです。
秋冬物の上着を持っていくことをおすすめします。
飛んでからは寒さは気になりませんでした。

ポロシャツの襟など強くはためくものを着ていると、布の当たる場所（襟の場合は首）に内出血が起こります。
内側に折るか、Tシャツが良いかとおもいます。

I was very anxious since it was my first time, but the instructor was kind and taught me well, so I really enjoyed it. Skydiving in the amazing place of Hawaii was fantastic, and I highly recommend it. However, my friend got a bit nauseous towards the end, so I recommend that those who are prone to motion sickness take some anti-nausea medication.

初めてだったのでとても不安はありましたが、
インストラクターの方が優しく教えてくれてとても楽しめました。ハワイという最高の地でのスカイダイビングは最高で本当にお勧めします。ただ、わたしの友達が最後の方酔ってしまっていたので、酔いやすい方は酔いどめを飲むことを勧めます。

This was my first experience with skydiving, and I wanted to try it at least once in my life, so I included it in my honeymoon plans. I participated in the afternoon session, and they provided transportation to the nearest hotel. During the ride, a manual video was played in the car, and we were instructed to fill out about four pages of a waiver (in Japanese) printed on both sides. Reading it made me anxious about jumping! (laughs) Once we arrived at the site, we first submitted the forms and vouchers, and they asked if we wanted to add photos or videos as options. The guide spoke English slowly, making it easy to understand. If you chose the photographer for the photos, they also filmed a video, and you could decide later whether to purchase it. We waited about an hour and a half before the experience. I recommend finishing any meals in advance, as there was only one food truck on-site offering fast food.

As we got closer to diving, I met the instructor, who explained the equipment and gave a brief explanation of the dive in simple Japanese. Then it was time to board the Cessna! The ground quickly became smaller, and the view of the ocean and mountains was stunning. I ended up being the first to dive. Without hesitation, the instructor jumped in, and before I knew it, I was in the sky! The view of Hawaii was breathtaking! The sunlight was beautiful, and I’m still happy that I could capture it in photos. We landed in no time. I think we were in the air for about three minutes? My husband said that the moment his feet touched the ground, he felt alive! (laughs) It was quite cold right after the dive. When the sunlight hit, it warmed up, but it’s essential to have something to wear.

I felt a great sense of accomplishment having realized my dream, enjoyed the unforgettable scenery, and returned safely, so I was very satisfied! One thing to note is that the performance varies by instructor. My husband’s instructor was doing flips in the air. Even when he tried to say "stop" in English or gesture, it didn’t get through. It seems that some instructors may have more extreme performances for male participants, so gentlemen planning to experience this should be cautious. The photos and videos are quite pricey, so if your budget allows, I recommend purchasing them. There’s also an expectation to tip the instructor, photographer, and pilot at least $20. I was so fulfilled that I even fell asleep on the way back. If you’re thinking about skydiving at least once in your life, I definitely recommend doing it in Hawaii. The cost-performance ratio, including the scenery, is great!

スカイダイビング自体初体験で、人生で一回は経験したいと思い新婚旅行のプランに組み込みました。午後の部に参加し最寄りのホテルまで送迎してくれました。移動中は車内でマニュアルのビデオが流れ、誓約書(日本語)両面印刷4枚ほどを記入するよう案内があります。読み込むと飛ぶことが不安になります。(笑)現地に着いたら用紙の回収とバウチャー提出を先にし、写真かビデオをオプションで付けるか聞かれます。ガイドさんの説明は英語をゆっくり話してくれるので聞き取りやすいです。写真はカメラマン撮影ならビデオも撮ってくれて後からビデオを購入するか選択できる感じでした。体験するまで1時間半は待ちました。飲食は事前に済ませる事をオススメします。現地だと移動販売車1台だけでファストフードしかなかったです。
ダイビング間近になるとインストラクターと初対面し器具装着と簡単な日本語でダイビングの説明をしてくれました。そしていざセスナ機へ！みるみる地上が小さくなり、海や山が鮮明に見えるのですごく景色が綺麗でした。私はなんとダイビング順の1番目になってしまいました。躊躇なくインストラクターも飛び込んだので気が付けば空の中に！ハワイの景色を一望！太陽の光も綺麗で写真に残せた事を今でも嬉しく思います。あっという間に着地していました。体感は3分くらい空に居たのかな？主人は地に足が着いた瞬間、生きている心地がしたそうです。(笑)ダイビング直後はとても寒かったです。太陽の光が刺せば暖かく徐々にハワイの気温になっていくので羽織るものは必須です。夢が実現した達成感と目に焼きつく景色を味わえかつ無事生還できたので大満足です！注意点としてはインストラクター毎にパフォーマンスが違います。主人のインストラクターは空中で何度も回転していたそうです。やめてと英語で話したりジェスチャーしても通じなかったとか。男性に対してパフォーマンスが過激な事もあるようなのでこれから体験される男性陣は気を付けて下さい。。写真やビデオはまぁいいお値段なので費用に余裕があれば購入する事をオススメします。インストラクターやカメラマンやパイロットにチップ＄20以上をあげる雰囲気もあります。帰りの車で眠っちゃうくらい充実しましたね。人生に一度はスカイダイビングしたい！と考えているならぜひハワイでダイビングする事をオススメします。景色を含めたコスパが良いですよ！

Before flying, I felt nervous and anxious, but the moment I took off, the sense of liberation and exhilaration left a strong impression on me! Also, the flight after opening the parachute was pleasant, and I could see the beautiful cityscape all at once, which felt really nice! The instructor was friendly and upbeat! When I said "I'm nervous" before flying, he replied "Me too," which made me realize that even an instructor who has flown many times still feels anxiety and nervousness. Thanks to that, the procedures and safety checks for the equipment were thorough, and I felt reassured.

飛ぶ前は緊張と不安がありましたが、飛んだ瞬間の開放感と爽快感がとても印象に残りました！また、パラシュートを開いてからの飛行も気持ちよく、綺麗な街並みが一望できてとてもきもちよかったです！インストラクターも気さくでノリノリな方でした！飛ぶ前にI'm nervousと言ったらMe tooと返されたので、何度も飛んでいるインストラクターでもやっぱり不安や緊張はあるし、そのおかげで手順や装備の安全確認は徹底されていて、安心しました。

I think there might be a mistake in the description or perhaps a different model, but I participated alone in a four-person helicopter with two people in front (including the pilot) and two in the back (maybe three?). The helicopter in the description also shows two people in front (including the pilot), so it must have been this one.

Since I was with a white father and son, I was pleasantly surprised to be given the first-class seat next to the pilot, which had a clear view down to the front windshield, without any additional option fees.

At the end of February, the weather was mostly cloudy, and there were strong winds and gusts at altitude. It felt like the pilot was constantly adjusting the controls to maintain the balance of the aircraft. Occasionally, the helicopter would drop suddenly, and the sensation of floating was exhilarating. When the helicopter tilted towards my side during the turns, I had to grip the handrail tightly.

Every now and then, when the sun peeked out, the ocean transformed into a vibrant blue, making me feel like, despite the season, Hawaii is amazing!

I wore a short-sleeve T-shirt with a long-sleeve T-shirt over it, plus a rain jacket for hiking, but towards the end, I felt a bit cold.

The helicopter flew past Diamond Head, either from the Waikiki Beach side or the Pearl Harbor side. If I could wish for something, it would be to make a turn after passing the summit so that we could see Waikiki Beach from even higher up behind Diamond Head. In other words, it might give you the privilege of looking down at Waikiki Beach from a higher vantage point, similar to the photos taken from other Diamond Head climbing tours. If you are fluent in English, you might want to negotiate for this.

The pilot was a cheerful and adorable woman who talked continuously during the flight. Despite the poor weather conditions for the season, I highly recommend this experience overall.

多分説明書きが間違ってるか、機種が違うんじゃないかと思うのですが、
パイロット含め前2人、後ろ2人(もしかしたら3人？)の4人乗りのヘリで
1人で参加しました。
説明のヘリ写真も前２人(パイロット含)ですので、配色含めこの機でした。
白人の父親と息子さんらしき方々と乗ったため、必然的にオプション料金なしにパイロットの隣のファーストクラス席、フロントガラスの斜め前下まで見える席にしてもらえ、嬉しい誤算でした。

2月末、天気は曇りがちで、上空は風強く突風も吹き、パイロットが操縦桿を
前後左右こまめに操作して機体のバランスを取っている感じでした。
時折スッと機体が落ちて、体が宙に浮く感じがたまらなかったです。
窓無しヘリで自分の方に機体を傾けて旋回されると、つり革を強く握り締めざるを得なかったです。
時折太陽が顔を出すと、海が一面鮮やかなブルーに変わり、季節外れでも
ハワイやべえ(さすが凄い)！って感じでした。

半袖Tの上に長袖T着て、さらに登山用雨具の上着を着ていましたが、最後の方は少し寒さを感じました。

ワイキキビーチ側、もしくは真珠湾側からダイヤモンドヘッドの頂上のすぐ脇を通り過ぎていくのですが、欲をいえば頂上を過ぎた辺りで一度ターンしてもらえればダイヤモンドヘッド頂上のさらに高い背後から頂上ごとワイキキビーチが観れたんだろうなと思います。
つまり他のダイヤモンドヘッド登頂ツアーでよく見るワイキキビーチを見下ろした写真を、さらに高い所から頂上ごと見下ろせる優越感があるかもしれません。
英語が堪能な方は交渉してみて下さい。

飛行中ずっと話し続けている陽気でかわいい女性パイロットでした。
時期的な天候の悪さを差し引いても総じて超おすすめです。