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: Miked
This tour was fantastic! I recommend this to anyone who wants to get a breath taking view of the entire island of Maui. The equipment is state of the art and the personnel were helpful and cheerful!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/27 |
Reviewed by: toni turnham
A enjoyable flight, if they can they take you up to the vent, to try and see lava, which may not always be flowing, the staff are very friendly, organised.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/09 |
Reviewed by: 谷 岳歩
The instructor explained everything clearly, allowing us to enjoy the skies of Oahu without fear and have fun. We were also very satisfied with the videos and images.
インストラクターの方もわかりやすく教えてくれて恐怖もなく楽しくオアフ島の空を楽しむことが出来ました。
動画や画像も大満足です。
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/04 |
Reviewed by: KJGS
Go for the Eco star! The viewing windows and space provide an excellent ride. Brandt was a great pilot who gave us an informative tour with funny antidotes. It's the closest feeling you can get to literally flying since it such a smooth ride, felt like we floated over billowing volcanoes and gushing waterfalls. Footage from video at the end had great clips inside and outside the helicopter but was too pixeled and fuzzy to want to purchase, hopefully as technology improves so will DVD. Pics and videos we took ourselves turned out good, even with an IPhone 6 and point and low end point and shoot camera. Take the ride, it's worth it!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/18 |
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: みゆき
It seems we didn't go up to 4000 meters, so we received a partial refund. The view from above was, of course, breathtaking, but the instructor who was in charge was really scary, and I was so tense that my whole body was stiff. Other instructors were much friendlier and smiled a lot, so it varies from person to person. I had planned to ask for photos since I was there, but I found out that each person had to pay individually instead of as a group, and it was quite expensive, so I gave up on that.
高度4000mには行かなかったようで、いくらか返金がありました。
上空からの景色はもちろん絶景ですが、担当して下さったインストラクターの方がとにかく怖くて、全身に力が入ってしまうほど緊張しました。他のインストラクターの方は笑顔も多くフレンドリーだったので、人それぞれですね。。
せっかくやるなら写真をお願いしようと思っていたのですが、1グループではなく1人1人でお金を支払わないといけなくて、高額なので断念しました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/22 |
Reviewed by: GeeBee
Now being honest the weather was not good at Hilo, very wet and cloudy. But in spite of the weather the flight did go ahead. I do have to say doors off is definitely the way to go! We flew over several areas of coastline and lava flows and then headed up to the Puʻu ʻŌʻō, again the weather wasn't great but you could see the ground pretty well. Heading up the mountain we saw a small area of fresh lava but it was over in a flash and then we were heading back to Hilo.
Now I fully understand that when weather and visibility are not good you might not see everything but at no point did the pilot state what we would or would not see. Obviously the vent or flowing lava is the main part of the "show" and you keep waiting for that to appear. But it wasn't until a guest asked that we were told that we went as far as we could.
Feel the heat? No we certainly did not.
A word of warning for passengers with longer hair wear a beany or make sure your hair is tied back tight, due to the wind it ended up with my wife's hair being badly knotted around the headset.
Two stars - to be honest only for the fun aspect of the doors off.
It would have been so much better if we were kept informed of the visibility and weather (now on Hawai'i this might not be a normal issue) and what we would be able to see as opposed to not being told anything and not experiencing what the flight was all about and coming away with the slightly cheated feeling.
Would I go again - yes - but I would certainly be asking a lot of questions about the weather conditions, visibility and expected viewing. It is a lot of money to pay, and especially if you are not local to not "Feel the Heat" because why else would you fly "doors off"
In additional I have to say the staff at Paradise were very understanding when we raised our points.
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/18 |
Reviewed by: DWAungst
The flight was amazing, but we did not fly from Hilo. When our scheduled time (from Hilo) arrived, the weather was below minimum at the volcano. This was very disappointing since Hilo weather was nice. But, Hawaii weather is very volatile.
We rescheduled for the next day as a "reserve flight" (needed more people to "confirm" the flight). Before the scheduled time, Paradise Helicopters called to say the flight was still only "reserved", but they had an opening in a different, circle the whole island, flight from Kona. They would upgrade me for no additional cost to take that one. We jumped at it.
The flight was amazing. We got to see the whole island, in addition to the volcano and real, live, flowing lava. Our pilot was Koji and he was awesome. The weather over the volcano was mixed, but he was able to navigate through the clouds enough to maintain the FAA rules for height and get us over the actual volcano caldera. Then, we headed for the current eruption points on the southern slopes and saw even more lava in the second vent. Moving further to the new lava fields, he located some live, flow lava. "WOW!!!" is all I can say.
The rest of the flight was great, too. Flying low up the valley on the north shore was wild. Seeing all the waterfalls was also terrific.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名さん
Riding a helicopter for the first time and being able to see the faint red lava was a rare and interesting experience. The price was a bit high, but I'm glad I decided to participate.
I had heard that some people get motion sickness on helicopters, but my wife, who is prone to motion sickness, was fine, so that might not be something to worry about.
The footage from the ride can be purchased about 20 minutes after returning, so I bought it as a keepsake (though I haven't watched it yet).
However, I found it difficult to see outside from the middle seat in the back, so I wish they would differentiate the prices based on seating.
初めてヘリに乗ったっていうのと、うっすらながら赤い溶岩も見れたっていうのは、貴重で面白い経験だった。
ちょっと値段は高めだけど、思い切って参加してよかったです。
ヘリに酔うって話も聞いていたけど、乗り物酔いしやすい嫁さんでも大丈夫だったので、そのあたりは心配しなくてもいいのかもしれない。
乗った時の映像が、帰還して20分くらいで購入できるので、記念に買ったみた(まだ見てないけど)。
ただ、後ろの真ん中席だと外が見づらいので、座席で値段を分けてほしいと思いました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/28 |
Reviewed by: Miked
First helo ride ever and we had the doors off. It was fantastic! Our pilot Rob was great! Would definitely recommend this if you want a close up view of a volcano!
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Henry
Best experience ever. Highly recommended. I wasn't able to make Ultimate one due to the weather. Definitely will try that one again in the future.
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| Packages: | 2017 - Ultimate Tandem Skydive [14,000ft - 15,000ft] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Joel y Maricela
Gracias por hacer nuestra luna de miel perfecta con sus atenciones y la magia de estar en las alturas y las hermosas vistas que es una experiencia que no se compara con nada y esperamos volver para subirnos de nuevo gracias.
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| Packages: | 2017 - Ultimate Tandem Skydive [14,000ft - 15,000ft] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/18 |
Reviewed by: DWAungst
Weather cancelled booked flight. They upgraded me to a whole island tour for second flight next day. Bucket list item checked off - I saw real, flowing lava! Amazing flight. I wanna do it again.
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| Packages: | Popular! Shared Doors-Off Flight [40 mins] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/10 |
Reviewed by: 佐藤氏
It was fun to see the Napali Coast for less than a helicopter tour! The staff from the tour company were very friendly. However, if your goal is to get close to the waterfalls like you would in a helicopter, I wouldn't recommend this. It gives you more of an overview from above.
ヘリより安く、ナパリコーストを見渡す事ができ、楽しかったです!
ツアーの会社の人たちもとても親切でした。
ヘリのように滝まで近づく事はなかったので、それを目的ならオススメしません。
真上からぐるっと見渡す感じです。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/22 |
Reviewed by: JD
It's a once in a lifetime thing and it did not disappoint at all. Loved every minute of it. The staff are very friendly and helpful. I would love to jump again. Chico is great. Mahalo.
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| Packages: | 2017 - Regular Tandem Skydive [8,000ft to 10,000ft] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/07 |
Reviewed by: 遠藤祐介
From my upbringing to my time in Hawaii.
This world is filled with meaningless bragging about money.
In the end, there was a flyer printed with my profile.
I wish they would let me sleep since it's so early in the morning...
I won't be using this service again. It's annoying!
Oh, but the skydiving itself was incredibly fun!! Otherwise, I wouldn't even want to give it a star!
自分の生い立ちから、ハワイに来てからのこと。
この世はお金だばかりの意味の分からない自慢話。
あげくは自分のプロフィールが印刷されたチラシ。
朝早いんだから寝かせて欲しい…
もう、この業者は使いません。
鬱陶しいわ!
あ。スカイダイビング自体は非常に楽しかったです!!
じゃなければ星すら付けたくない!
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/06 |
Reviewed by: cocco
It was thrilling, and I was very satisfied to see the magnificent nature of Hawaii from the sky! I definitely want to do it again in Hawaii.
スリル満点でハワイの雄大な自然も空からみる事が出来て大満足!
またhawaii で絶対にやりたいです。
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/29 |
Reviewed by: 千葉 まさかつ
The day before had terrible weather, but on the day itself, it was clear with almost no clouds and no wind. I was quite lucky, arriving as the second group, so my turn came up quickly. (A few groups later, clouds started to appear. The photo is of the group that flew after me.)
Conversations with the instructors were only in English, but they were very considerate and helped ease my nerves, which gradually led to a sense of reassurance, making me feel like I could just leave it to them.
When it was finally my turn to dive, it was really up to the instructor's timing, so saying "wait a minute" doesn't work! It felt like being pushed off. However, the view was amazing, and I was captivated by the scenery, which naturally doubled my enjoyment.
Unlike the feeling of a roller coaster or an airplane, it felt like I was falling at a constant speed. My reactions became more like those of a foreigner. I might say that it felt scarier after the parachute opened. There were services that spun us around, and as we got closer to the ground, I started to feel the distance to the ground, which made it even scarier.
The impact when the parachute opened wasn't too strong, and I don't think it would hurt. When landing, you lift your legs, but if you land on the grass, your pants might get dirty, so I recommend wearing clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. Sturdy fabric clothing would be best.
The wait until the return time is due to the negative checks for those who ordered photos and videos. If someone in the same car ordered, you'll have to wait until their negative check is done. However, it's possible to ride back with another car that leaves earlier, so it’s a good idea to ask the driver. There's one person, an elderly man named Mickey Takahashi, who understands Japanese, so you might want to talk to him.
Photos and videos are expensive, but I think it's worth ordering them. Without them, the only proof of my jump would be a certificate, and I wouldn't be able to convey this amazing experience to my friends! It's about the same price as jumping again, but I think ordering them is a good idea. Otherwise, like me, you might regret not ordering them later.
It seems that some people cancel on the day. A few days before, I couldn't eat and couldn't sleep at night, but after actually jumping, I felt I had an incredible experience that happens only a few times in a lifetime. I want to save up and go again.
For those who are hesitating! Definitely! Give it a try. You won't regret it!
前日は凄く天候が悪かったのですが、当日は快晴で雲もほとんど無く、風もありませんでした。
色々と運も良くて、到着して2組目で順番が廻ってきました。
(何組か後になると雲が出てきました。写真は私が飛んだ後の組の写真です。)
インストラクターの方々との会話は英語のみですが、色々と気を遣ってくれて緊張をほぐしてくれている感がとても伝わってきました。それが徐々に安心感に繋がり、後はお任せしようと思うようになりました。
いざダイブの順番がくると、事実上、インストラクターのタイミングでダイブするので、ちょっと待ってぇ~は通用しません!突き落とされる感じです。
でも、景色が素晴らしくて、周りの景色に目を奪われて、自然と楽しさが倍増してきました。
ジェットコースーターや飛行機の、あのフワッと感は全く無くて、一定の速度で落ちてる感じがありました。自然とリアクションも外人ぽっくなったりします。
どちらかと言うとパラシュートが開いてからの方が恐いかもしれません。
クルクル回るサービスがあったり、だんだん地上が近いづいてくると地上との距離感を感じてしまって、逆に恐くなってしまいます。
パラシュートが開いた瞬間の衝撃はあまり強くなくて、痛いと感じることはないと思います。
着地の時は足を上げて降りるのですが、芝生の上にお尻を着くとズボンが汚れるので、汚れても良い服装の方が良いと思います。丈夫な生地の服装が良いと思います。
帰りの時間まで待たされるのは写真やビデオを注文した人のネガチェックがあるからです。
一緒の車で来た人の中に注文した人がいれば、その人のネガチェックが終わるまでは待つ事になります。ただ、先に帰る車に同乗することも可能なので、ドライバーに聞いてみると良いと思います。1人だけミッキー高橋という日本語が分かるおじいさんがいるので、その人と話してみてください。
写真やビデオは高いですが注文した方が良いと思います。
無ければ自分が飛んだ証拠が証明書以外に無く、この感動を友人に話しても全く伝わりません!
もう一回飛ぶくらいの価格ですが注文して損は無いと思います。逆に後から注文しておけば良かった~などと私のように後悔してしまいます。
当日、ドタキャンする人もいるみたいです。私も数日まえからご飯が喉を通らなくなり、夜も眠れなくなりましたが、実際に飛んでみて、一生に何度と無い素晴らしい体験が出来たと思います。またお金を貯めて行ってみたいと思います。
迷っている方!是非!チャレンジしてみてください。絶対に損は無いです!
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/04 |
Reviewed by: young ryong kwon
first of all, thanks for support and help for experiencing this amazing activity.
however, it seems that i lost my sunglasses there. So please check whether or not you have any missing sunglasses . If so, please keep it and contact me so that we could recieve it ASAP. it is very meaningful sunglasses to my wife.
your efforts and support would be appreciated.
thanks.
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| Packages: | 2017 - Ultimate Tandem Skydive [14,000ft - 15,000ft] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Bjorn
This was my first time skydiving and I could not have asked for a more fun experience. The instructor, Emanuel, was very helpful, laid back, and made me feel comfortable. The view from 14,000 feet was spectacular, we could see pearl harbor from where we jumped!
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| Packages: | 2017 - Ultimate Tandem Skydive [14,000ft - 15,000ft] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/29 |
Reviewed by: !てす
Diving is the best!
If you want an unreal experience, this is the only way!
Everyone, please try skydiving at least once in your life!
ダイビング最高!
非現実的な体験をしたいなら、これしかないです!
是非皆さん、
人生に一度、
スカイダイビングをしてみてください!
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/09 |
Reviewed by: りゅうのすけ
I couldn't fly on the reserved day due to the weather, so I rebooked for two days later, but again the weather was not good. It's sunny in Waikoloa, but the Hilo side was not. On both days, I had watched all the emergency evacuation and safety confirmation videos during the flight, but in the end, a staff member came out from the office and said, "I'm sorry."
Since it's nature, these things can happen. In the end, a Japanese pilot named TOSHI came out and said, "I'm really sorry this time. Please come again next time! We're waiting for you," and he handed me his business card with a refreshing greeting. I was very happy with this kind consideration. I hope to ride in TOSHI's helicopter next year for sure.
予約した日にお天気の関係で飛べず、再チャレンジで2日後に予約しましたが、またまたお天気がNGでダメでした。ワイコロアは晴天なんですけどね、ヒロ側がダメで。両日ともフライト中の緊急避難や安全確認のビデオも全部見終わっていたんですが、最後に事務所からスタッフの方が出てこられて「ごめんなさいね」と。
自然相手ですからこういうこともありますね。
最後に日本人パイロットのTOSHIさんが出てこられて「今回は本当に残念です。次の機会に是非来てくださいね!お待ちしています」と名刺を渡してくださって爽やかにご挨拶してくださいました。こういう心遣い、とても嬉しかったです。来年こそTOSHIさんのヘリに乗せていただきたいです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/01 |
Reviewed by: Eleanore
The dive was short but the view was beautiful. Would definitely do it again.
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| Packages: | 2017 - Regular Tandem Skydive [8,000ft to 10,000ft] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/22 |
Reviewed by: paulh1011
Blue Hawaiian made it a truly perfect addition to our holiday with their professionalism, knowledgeable staff and top-service. The little extras made the difference such as the ability to buy the video immediately after the flight for a very reasonable $40. A great first-time helicopter experience for us and hopefully not the last one!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/29 |
Reviewed by: Alyssa
I've lived in Hawaii for about 8 years and I thought I've seen everything. Just getting to ride a helicopter was already an amazing experience. Getting to ride it over Hawaii made it even better. I felt like a tourist seeing Hawaii for the first time. I'm also a big fan of Jurasic World and I kinda freaked when I found out they used Blue Hawaii Helicopter for the movie. I would recomend this tour to anyone; even locals.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/30 |
Reviewed by: wilson
It was my first experience. My wife waited at the condo while I participated alone. As others have mentioned, the only scary part was jumping out of the Cessna (I think it would have taken me longer to jump out if I were alone), but after that, it was exhilarating!! It was a wonderful experience. However, I spent the entire previous day preparing for it, but it was canceled due to bad weather. On this day, I went to the North Shore at 5 AM (which meant getting up at 4 AM), and although I was able to jump right away, I ended up waiting quite a bit afterwards. Since it's a dangerous sport involving nature, I suppose it's unavoidable, but it's important to approach it with plenty of time to spare.
初めての体験でした。嫁さんはコンドで待ち。僕一人で参加しました。他の人も書いている通り、怖かったのはセスナを飛び出す時だけで(自分独りだったら飛び出すのに時間がかかったと思います)、後は快感でした!!素晴らしい体験でした。ただ、僕は前日丸一日を要して挑んだのですが、天候が悪くキャンセル。この日も朝の5時から(そのため4時起き)ノースショアに行き、飛ぶのはすぐだったのですが、その後がかなり待たされました。自然相手の危険なスポーツなので仕方ないのでしょうが、時間の余裕を持って挑む必要があります。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/22 |
Reviewed by: 岩田司
I have always longed for the sky since I was a child. Originally, I have a fear of heights, but I always wanted to fly at least once in my life. This year, as I celebrate my 60th birthday, I thought of it as a milestone in my life and decided to take the plunge and fly. It was amazing. Thank you (=^ェ^=)
小さい頃から空に憧れがありました。本来、私は高所恐怖症なのですが、人生一回は飛びたいと思ってました。
今年還暦を迎えるので、人生の一回りの区切りと考えて思い切って飛びましたよ。最高でした。ありがとう(=^ェ^=)
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| Packages: | 高度4267メートル 9時開始プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/12 |
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: Mrs. Bear
The experience was fun and we enjoy it as a family. But my husband video was not that good compared to ours. He is far away from the camera so we were not happy with the video. But over all experienced is memorable and will last us for a lifetime.
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| Packages: | 2017 - Ultimate Tandem Skydive [14,000ft - 15,000ft] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/17 |
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