All Reviews for Helicopter & Airplane Tours

We challenged ourselves as a couple!
I was really scared before jumping, but after I jumped, it was truly amazing!
Experiencing weightlessness while looking down at the ocean view in Hawaii is going to be addictive.
I will definitely do it again the next time I go to Hawaii!

夫婦で挑戦しました！
飛ぶ前はかなり怖かったけど、
飛び出した後は本当に最高！
ハワイのオーシャンビューを見下ろしながらの無重力体験は、病みつきになりそうです(￣▽￣)
また、ハワイに行く時は必ずやりますよ（＾ω＾）

I was able to experience something for the first time, albeit for a short time, at my father-in-law's request, and I am satisfied. Next time, I would like to leisurely enjoy the tour on a calm day.

義父のリクエストで、短時間でしたが、初めて体験する事が出来、満足です。次回は、穏やかな日にゆっくり遊覧したい。

Jeremy was an incredible pilot! We learned about the difference between lava and magma, saw some incredible sights, and had an overall amazing time! A definite must do!

As a precondition, I have a TOEIC score in the 300s, and this is my first self-arranged overseas trip (I've traveled abroad three times). Initially, I had booked a "Helicopter Tour with a Japanese Pilot" from another company, but I switched to this one because I was informed that a Japanese pilot was unavailable. Fortunately, I was assigned a Japanese pilot here.

To conclude, I was very satisfied. I'm glad I had the courage to choose the helicopter. I took the tour to see Kilauea Volcano, but I was impressed by the North Waipi'o Valley and the surrounding table mountain-like terrain. Kilauea has been in a state of calm since around 2013, so I couldn't see any eruptions. I chose the helicopter tour thinking I could still see lava even in a calm state, and it turned out to be a pleasant surprise.

It's also nice that hotel pick-up is included depending on the plan. Arranging a taxi can be quite challenging for someone who doesn't speak English...

As a note, the only person who speaks Japanese is the pilot. The pick-up driver and the reception staff do not understand it at all. Still, I managed to communicate with gestures and my voucher. If you can speak English, you would probably enjoy it even more.

Before boarding the helicopter, you need to check in your luggage, so it's better to take out your camera and gum (for motion sickness). I think they asked in English if I had taken out my camera, which I understood, but I didn't grasp the intention and ended up forgetting to take out the gum.

After returning, I was able to take a commemorative photo with the pilot. It makes for a great memory.

前提条件として、私はTOEIC300点台で、自分手配の海外旅行初めてです（海外は３回目）。
当初、別会社の「日本語パイロットと行く～ヘリツアー」を予約していたのですが、日本人パイロットの都合が付かないと連絡があったのでこちらに切り替えました。こちらは幸運にも日本語パイロットに割り当ててもらえました。

結論から言うと、とても満足しました。勇気を出してヘリコプターにして良かったです。
キラウエア火山目的で乗りましたが、北部ワイピオ渓谷や、その周辺のテーブルマウンテン？状の地形に感動しました。キラウエアは2013年ごろから小康状態なので、噴火しているような場面は見れません。そう思って小康状態でも溶岩を見ることの出来るヘリを選択しましたが、嬉しい誤算でした。

こちらは、プランによってホテル送迎が付いているのも嬉しいです。
タクシー手配も、英語できない人間には難易度が高いので・・・。

注意として、日本語が通じるのは（日本語可能な）パイロットさんだけ。送迎運転手や、フロア受付の方には一切通じません。それでも、バウチャーもって身振り手振りで何とかなります（なりました）。英語ができれば私よりももっと楽しめるでしょう。
ヘリに乗る前に手荷物を預けるので、カメラやガム（酔い止め）は出しておいた方が良いです。（英語で、カメラは出したか？と聞いていたようで、それは分かったのですが、意図がわからず、ガム出しそびれました。）

帰着した後に、パイロットとの記念撮影を撮ってもらえました。
良い記念になります。

It was much better than I expected!!
I will fly every time I come to Hawaii!!
The staff were cheerful, polite, and really made it a lot of fun!
I had a truly great experience.

思ってた何倍も良かった！！
ハワイに来たら毎回飛びます！！
スタッフの方も陽気で丁寧でめっちゃ楽しませてくれます！
本当に良い体験が出来ました。

We had a nice time - some surprises at the end made the drive worth it. Enjoyed the lunch and the helicopter ride as well. Beautiful scenery. Learned a lot about Maui's vegetation, very knowledgeable driver. Only reason I didn't give it the highest rating is that we were expecting to swim in waterfalls or wading pools (the seven pools?). Didn't see the seven pools and the waterfalls were not accessible (and would have been too cold anyway).

I had to wait quite a while due to strong winds, but it was super fun. We jumped in suddenly without any video or lecture. However, maybe it was more relaxing because I didn't have any prior knowledge.

強風でかなり待たされたが超楽しかった
が 全くVIDEOもレクチャーなしでいきなり飛んだ
でも、逆に予備知識がなかった分気楽だったかも

I felt a bit nauseous in the pickup truck because I had to fill out a waiver. Moreover, the explanations playing in the car were lively, making it hard to sleep...

Once we arrived at the location, we listened to the options for photos and DVDs, and we decided to include the photos. However, the actual event was also recorded on video. After the jump, we watched the photos and videos. Can we add more videos after watching them?

The waiting time before boarding the plane and after the jump is long, so it's a good idea to bring some snacks. I thought it would be cold when jumping, but surprisingly it felt normal. In fact, since I was flying with the instructor, I felt warmth from their back.

I was nervous before the jump, but I’m glad I experienced it! I would love to do it again if I get the chance!

ピックアップの車の中は誓約書をかくので酔いそうになりました。しかも車の中で流れる説明がにぎやかで眠れない…
現地についたら
写真やDVDのオプション説明をきき、私たちは写真をつけました。
でも本番は動画も撮られていました。
とび終わると写真と動画を見ます。
見た後に動画の追加も出来ます？
飛行機に乗るまでの待ち時間や跳び終わった後の待ち時間は長いので何か食べ物を持っていくと良いです。
飛び降りるときは寒いと思っていましたが意外と普通。むしろインストラクターの方と飛ぶので接してる背中が暑くなりました。
飛ぶ前は緊張しましたが、体験して良かったです！
また出来たらやりたいです！

We took the 2 hour Hawaii Experience tour and we were very pleased. The cost was not much more than the 50 minute volcano tour and we saw active lava tube, waterfalls, and a view of the island that we would have not experienced any other way. Our pilot Joel was very accommodating and made sure that the flight experience was enjoyed by everyone on board. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see all of the Big Island!!!!!!!

When I boarded the plane, I was initially nervous and just wanted to get off, but during the flight, I was able to have a great time with everyone else on board and the instructor! A breathtaking view unfolded before my eyes for the first time, and I was really glad to see such beautiful scenery from the dive until landing!!! It was an emotional experience☆ I definitely want to participate again☆

飛行機に乗り込んだときは最初緊張でもう降ろしてｰーーーって感じでしたが、フライト中も一緒に乗っていたみんなとインストラクターさんと楽しく過ごす事ができました！！初めて観る光景が目の前に広がり、ダイブしてから着地するまですごくキレイな景色を観れて本当に良かったです！！！感動体験でした☆また是非参加したいです☆

The most indescribable feeling and experience ever! I didn't get nervous until we were just about to jump but my tandem jumper (Bryan) was calm and confident and knew what he was doing. The view was incredible and I would highly recommend doing this! I would suggest wearing pants and/or long sleeve shirt. When you're up that high and falling that fast it was a little chilly (not terrible though). I was in shorts and tshirt and it was high 70s and partly cloudy.
I would definitely jump with them again!!!!

It was my first time skydiving.

The person who picked us up was Japanese, and we completed the paperwork before arriving at the site.

Once we arrived, we watched a Japanese explanation video and were quickly taken onto the plane.

The person who jumped with me didn't speak much Japanese, but they made jokes and kept things fun.

After jumping out of the plane, I enjoyed the scenery while spiraling down, looking for sea turtles, and taking in the views of the mountains and the ocean.

The only moment I felt scared was for about a second after jumping out of the plane. After that, it was so much fun that I wanted to keep flying forever.

On the way back, we had to wait for the other participants to finish their jumps, so the time to return to Waikiki varies quite a bit depending on the day.

I definitely want to participate again.

初めてのスカイダイビングでした。

送迎の方が日本人で、現地に着くまでに
書類のサインをすませます。

現地に着いたら、日本語の説明ビデオで説明をきき、
割りとあっさり飛行機に乗せられます。

一緒に飛んでくれる方は日本語はあまり話せませんが、
冗談をいったりして、楽しませてくれます。

飛行機から飛び出したあとは、
景色を楽しみながら旋回したり、
海ガメを探したり
山と海の景色を満喫しながら降りていきます。

怖いと思ったのは飛行機から飛び出した1秒くらい。
あとは楽しすぎていつまでも飛んでいたくなりました。

帰りは参加者が飛び終わるのを待つので、
ワイキキに帰る時間は
日によってかなり変わるそうです。




また絶対に参加したいです。

We went to Hawaii for our honeymoon, and my husband wanted to go skydiving. I’m not good with heights, but I jumped on my birthday in Japan time. Once I was in the air, it wasn't scary at all; it was really fun, and the weather was great with beautiful views! The instructor didn't speak Japanese, so we didn't communicate at all, but the cameraman spoke a little Japanese and was really cool and fun, which made the experience enjoyable and helped me relax while jumping.

新婚旅行ということでハワイに行ったのですが、旦那がスカイダイビングしたいと言い出し、私は高い所が苦手でしたが日本時間の私の誕生日の日に飛びました。
飛んでしまえば全然怖くなく、すごく楽しいし晴れてて景色も良かったです！
インストラクターは日本語が話せない人だったので全く会話してないのですが、カメラマンは少し日本語が話せて格好良く、すごく楽しい人だったので、飛んでる最中も楽しませてくれて、とてもリラックスして飛ぶことが出来ました＼(^o^)／

It was my honeymoon, but my wife decided not to go, so I participated alone. I had always wanted to try skydiving at least once in my life, and when I found out I could do it cheaply in Hawaii, I signed up.

In reality, the dive was from such a high place that I could see the shape of Oahu, and the scenery was amazing. It felt incredible, and it was the best moment. I hadn't signed up for the DVD, but since they filmed it, I bought it. However, it was more expensive than the skydiving itself, and my wife got mad at me. But when I returned home and showed it to everyone, they all said they wanted to try it too, so I felt it was worth buying.

Since the waiting time is long, it's a good idea to bring snacks like bread.

新婚旅行でしたが、嫁は行かないとのことで、一人で参加しました。
もともとスカイダイビングは一生に一回はしてみたいと思っていたら、ハワイだと安くでできると知り申し込みました。
実際は、オアフ島の形が見えるほど高いところからのﾀﾞｲﾌﾞで、景色はすばらしいし、ほんとに気持ちよくて最高の瞬間でした。
DVD申し込んでなかったけど、撮っててくれたので買いましたが、ｽｶｲﾀﾞｲﾋﾞﾝｸﾞより値段が高かくて嫁に怒られました。しかし、帰国して、皆にみせると、皆もやってみたいと言ってもらえるような迫力ある映像で、買ってよかったなと思います。
待ち時間が長いので、パンなど持って行ったほうがいいです。

I challenged myself to skydiving based at Dillingham Airfield.

I was picked up from my hotel in Waikiki at 7:00 and arrived at the airfield by 8:30. After a brief explanation, I signed a waiver stating, "I take full responsibility for everything that happens," and then it was time to skydive.

Of course, I couldn't jump alone, so I did a tandem jump with an instructor. After getting strapped into the harness, we boarded the Cessna and ascended into the sky...

And then, we dove into the open air!

The view and exhilaration were beyond my imagination.

If you want photos, a dedicated photographer will jump with you. I requested photos for a keepsake, but the beauty of the scenery was so overwhelming that I completely forgot about the camera, and there are hardly any pictures of me looking at the camera.

In any case, skydiving is an activity I highly recommend.

However, it's important to note that accidents in skydiving are not nonexistent. In Hawaii, there have been fatal accidents in the past.

If you decide to try skydiving, it's necessary to approach it with a serious mindset, not lightly.

The cost for a dive from 14,000 feet is $185 (including round-trip shuttle service to Waikiki), and you should tip the instructor $20 after the dive. While $20 for a tip might seem high, considering the experience of gliding through the sky from nearly 4,000 meters and enjoying the view without any injuries, I think it's not too much when viewed as a safety fee.

If you wish to have photos taken, the dedicated photographer will also descend with you, so the photography fee is $120 + a $20 tip. The photographer also captures videos, and after the dive, you can check the video and purchase it if you like (it was about $30 extra on top of the photo fee).

ディリンハム飛行場をベースとするスカイダイビングに挑戦してきました。

ワイキキのホテルを7：00にピックアップされ、8：30には飛行場に到着。
そして、簡単な説明のあと、【何があっても全ての責任は自分にあることを誓います】と云う誓約書にサインをし、スカイダイビングに挑戦です。

もちろん、一人では飛べないのでインストラクターとのタンデム飛行。
ハーネスをとりつけ、セスナに乗り込み、上空へ…。

そして、大空へダイブ！

想像以上のすばらしい景色と高揚感でした。

写真を希望する場合は専属のカメラマンが一緒に飛んでくれます。
私も、記念にと写真をお願いしましたが、カメラマンを意識する余裕もないくらいの景色の美しさに、カメラの存在をすっかり失念し、カメラ目線の写真はほとんどありませんでした。

とにかく、スカイダイビングは、お勧めのアクティビティです。

しかし、スカイダイビングでは事故が皆無なわけではありません。
ハワイでは、過去に死亡事故も発生しています。

スカイダイビングの挑戦する場合には、軽い気持ちではなく、それなりの覚悟をして臨むことも必要です。

14000feetからの降下で1ダイブ185US$（ワイキキまでの往復シャトルサービス込）、ダイビング後はインストラクターさんにチップ（20US$）が必要です。チップに20 US$って高い気がしますが、4000ｍ近い上空から、大空を滑空し、地球の丸さを感じながら景色を楽しみ、怪我一つせずに地上に下ろしてもらえるのです。安全料だと思えばそんなに高くないと思います。

写真撮影を希望する場合は、専属のカメラマンも一緒に降下するので撮影料：120US$+チップ20US$が必要となります。カメラマンさんは写真以外に動画も撮影していて、ダイビング後に動画をチェックして、気に入れば動画も買うことができます。（確か写真代金+30 US$位）でした。

Skydiving is the best.
It's a waste not to experience it.
I want to jump again.
The driver was fun,
the instructor was kind,
and the cameraman was cool.
I was happy! ♡

スカイダイビング最高
経験しないともったいない
また飛びたいです
ドライバーも楽しく
インストラクターも優しく
カメラマンも格好よく
Happyだった♡

My first skydiving experience. I'm glad I did it in Hawaii! It was so much fun that I would love to do it again if I get the chance.

初めてのスカイダイビング。ハワイでやってよかったです！とても楽しかったので、また出来たらやりたいです(^^)

Breath taking views of Maui in the helicopter. Also on the van ride back we had some great photo stops. The trip was memorable and stress free. I would recommend it in a heart beat.

I have gone through times of being phobic to fly, I never imagined flying a plane myself but my instructor seemed to make it easy to take off, fly and even land. So much fun!!

At first, I was nervous, but it was amazing. I want to do it again! When I went to the drop point, I was lucky to see a whale. Well, from up in the sky, it looked like a tiny dot, though, lol.

はじめはドキドキでしたが、サイコーでした。
もう一度やりたい！
落下ポイントに行くときに、クジラも見えたのでラッキーでした。
まぁ、上空からなので豆粒みたいでいたけどｗ

Choosing Paradise Helicopters was the best thing I've done while in Hawaii. The staff was courteous and very professional. You knew right away you and your family were in good hands. The ride was superb and worth the money you pay! They don't charge as much as other companies do!!

Absolutely fantastic! Our pilot, Josh, was extremely knowledgeable about Oahu and the sites we flew over. Had the one hour tour and was able to get fantastic photos. Strongly recommended to anyone wanting an informed view from the skies.

I couldn't ride the free fall at the amusement park before, but this time I was determined to give it a try. When the moment came, I dove out of the plane with momentum! It was scary at first, but once I consciously relaxed, the beauty of the scenery that unfolded was amazing! I'm glad I experienced it. I definitely want to recommend it!

遊園地のフリーホールも乗れなかったのですが、今回は気合を入れてTRYしてみました。いざその場になると勢いで飛行機からダイブ！瞬間は怖かったけれど、意識的に力を抜いたらそこに広がる景色の美しいこと！体験してよかったです。是非お勧めしたい！

The company was very professional. The pilot was very knowledgeable and personable and provided a great narration. We saw 2/3rds of the island and had some exciting moments flying over cliffs and through valleys. Unfortunately, the hull-mounted video camera quit working just 5 minutes into the 45 minute ride. We were certain we wanted to buy the video of our flight and the accompanying narration so we were disappointed that it wasn't going to be possible. The company provided us with a sales DVD that included many of the same sights we experienced, however, the special nature of the video of our flight was lost.

Our first activity of our week on Oahu, and our favorite. Pricey...yes, but exciting. And, it gave perspective to all the things we did later in the week. Our pilot pointed out, as we flew over, where the President usually vacations, where Gilligan's Island was filmed, where Jurrasic Park was filmed, the Marine base, the closed, dangerous falls, the plantations, the North shore and Sunset Beach, the Polynesian Cultural Center, and flew us on the same approach the Japanese took in 1941 across Hickam and Wheeler Fields and down onto Pearl Harbor. Brodie, our pilot is a former Marine stationed on Oahu. He was friendly and very knowledgeable. Brodie spotted two Grey Whales off the North shore, flew out a bit and did some orbits over them so we could all see them. My wife forgot her light jacket, so a ground employee lent his hoodie to her. Absolutely magnificent!

I made a reservation online before my departure, so I didn't waste any time in Hawaii. I was a bit anxious since it was my first time using the service, but there were no issues at all. I will definitely use it again next time. Thank you very much.

出発前にネット予約をして行ったためHawaiiでは時間のロスをせずに済みました。
初めての利用で不安はありましたが何の問題もありませんでした。
次回も絶対利用させていただきます。
ありがとうございました。

I experienced it with two new half friends. At first, I was nervous, and the moment I got on the Cessna, I thought, "I should have just skipped this..." but then I was already up in the sky. The instructor and cameraman tried to lighten the mood with jokes, but when I later watched the DVD, I could see just how tense I was. As the first in the group, I had no choice but to jump out. During the one minute of free fall, the beauty was so overwhelming that I forgot to breathe. When the parachute opened, I instinctively closed my eyes, but from that point on, it was like a dream. Once it was over, it really felt like it was over in an instant. They say you only do this once in a lifetime, but I want to experience it not just once, but two or three times, as many times as possible. The beautiful sea, sky, and greenery. Even the whales welcomed us.

ニューハーフ二人で体験しました。
最初はドキドキでセスナに乗り込んだ瞬間、辞めとけば・・・って気持ちになったけど、もう空の上。
担当のインストラクター、カメラマンが気持ちをほぐそうとギャグ？を交えて声をかけてくれるけど、のちのちのDVDを見て、ガチガチに緊張してるのがわかるほどでした。
グループの１番目、いやおうなく飛び出しました。
フリーフォールの１分間、あまりの美しさに息をするのを忘れるほど。
パラシュートが開いた時は思わず目を閉じてしまいましたが、そこから先は夢のような時間でです。
終わってしまえば、本当にあっという間。一生に一度とは良くいいますが、一度と言わず二度三度、何回でも経験したいひとときでした。
美しい海、空、緑。くじらまで迎えてくれますよ。

This was an excellent short intro adventure helicopter tour. The staff was professional, friendly and accomodating from the moment we arrived. My wife, daughter and her friend thorougly enjoyed this and will be looking forward to doing it again when we return.

I wanted to experience skydiving at least once in my life, so I participated with my husband. We are both in our early 30s. We were picked up from our hotel in Waikiki, and as we got closer to the airport, I started to feel nauseous from the nerves. However, once we arrived at the airport, the preparations for skydiving progressed quickly, and I couldn't dwell on my anxiety.

At the Pacific Skydiving Center, there were people from countries other than Japan, and during the waiting time, we saw many people who had just finished skydiving descending with their parachutes. It was beautiful to see colorful parachutes coming down from the clear blue sky.

When it was finally our turn, we were called by name, put on our gear, and boarded the Cessna with professional divers for tandem jumps. As we ascended, the altitude increased, and when we reached the jump point, the door of the Cessna opened, and without hesitation, everyone started diving.

Since I was the last to jump, I felt both scared and excited watching everyone else go. At the moment of my jump, I didn't feel fear; I was in a state of pure adrenaline. During the free fall, I had a breathtaking view of the beautiful scenery of the North Shore, and I was both mesmerized and shouting with joy. Once the parachute opened, it was a relaxing and pleasant flight.

While we were flying, a diver behind me pointed out that there were whales in the ocean, and I was able to see them in the waters of the North. After finishing skydiving, I thought, "I want to do it again!" My husband was also excited about skydiving in Hawaii again. Although I felt more anxious before the jump, I truly felt it was worth it.

On February 27, the day we participated, it seemed to be less crowded, so I didn't feel like we waited long from the time we arrived at the airport until we jumped. However, the shuttle back to our hotel in Waikiki waited until it was full before departing, so there was some waiting time after the jump, and I couldn't predict what time we would return to the hotel. I recommend planning your schedule with some flexibility after skydiving.

人生に一度はスカイダイビングを体験したいと思い、主人と一緒に参加しました。
主人と私ともに３０代前半です。
ワイキキのホテルからピックアップしてもらい、飛行場に近づくにつれ緊張で気持ち悪くなりましたが、飛行場につけば流れでどんどんスカイダイビングへの準備がすすみますので、緊張どうのこうの言ってられません。
パシフィックスカイダイビングセンターには日本以外の国の方たちもいらっしゃいまして、待ち時間の間もどんどんパラシュートでスカイダイニングを終えた人が降りてきます。晴天の空からカラフルなパラシュートがおりてくる様子はすごく綺麗でした。
いざ、自分達の番。名前を呼ばれて、器具を装着して、タンデムを組むプロのダイバー方とセスナに乗ります。高度がどんどん上がって、ポイントに到着したらセスナの扉がオープンして、有無を言わせず、どんどんみんなダイブして行きます。
私は最後の番だったので、それを見て怖いやらわくわく。
自分がスカイダイビングの瞬間、怖いという気持はなくて、アドレナリンが出まくりの状態でした。
フリーフォールの間、ノースショアのきれいな景色が一望できて、うっとり＆シャウト。
パラシュートが開いてからはゆったり気持ちいい飛行でした。
飛んでいるとき、後ろからダイバーがクジラがいるよ！と教えてくれ、ノースの海のクジラを見ることもできました。
スカイダイビングを終わってみると、もう一度飛びたい！！と思いました。
主人もまたハワイでスカイダイビングしようと興奮していました。
スカイダイブするまでは不安の方が大きかったですが、やってよかったと本当に思いました。


私達が参加した２月２７日は空いていた様で、飛行場に着いてから飛ぶまで待った感覚はありませんでしたが、帰りのワイキキホテルまでの送迎ワゴンは満席になるのを待って出発したため、飛んでから帰るまでは待ち時間があり、ホテルに戻る時間は読めませんでしたので、スカイダイビングをする後のスケジュールは余裕をもって組むことをオススメします。

Skydiving in Japan costs around 40,000 to 50,000 yen, and the altitude is relatively low, but with this activity, you can experience a 60-second free fall for about 20,000 yen! The view from above is exceptional, so I highly recommend everyone to try it! The instructor who does the tandem jump is cheerful and fun.

日本でスカイダイビングをすると４〜５万円かかる上に高度も低いですが、このアクティビティでは２万円程度で６０秒間の自由落下を体験できます！空の上からの景色は格別なので、みなさまもぜひ経験あれ〜♫タンデム飛行してくれるインストラクターは陽気な人で楽しいですよ。