All Reviews for Helicopter & Airplane Tours

Makani Kai has one of the best reputations for safety in the islands. Knowing that, the experience of flying over the island of Oahu was quite enjoyable and relaxing. The pilot and ground crew are efficient and courteous. Easy to find if you drive yourself with available free parking!

My long-awaited first skydiving experience in Hawaii.
It was so much fun!
I think you can't really understand how exciting it is until you try it, but I highly recommend it!!

It does cost a bit, but if you get the DVD and photos, it will be a lifelong memory.

The staff were very friendly and just so much fun; I was laughing the whole time.

I definitely plan to do it again next time I go. (^-^)

念願のハワイでの初スカイダイビング。
すごく楽しかったです。
これはやってみないと面白さが伝わないと思いますが超お勧めです！！

少しお金はかかりますがDVDと写真をつければ一生の思い出になります。

スタッフの方たちもとっても気さくでとにかく面白くて笑いっぱなしでした。

次回行くときも絶対やるつもりです。（^-^)

This experience is something that cannot be fully conveyed in words or writing. It can only be understood by those who have experienced it.

The instructors were all cheerful, which made it so that I didn't even feel nervous inside the Cessna. Since the total time was about six hours, I thought we would have a thorough lecture and preparation, but in reality, we just watched a video, received explanations, waited our turn, put on our gear, and before I knew it, we were already in the air!

Just below us, there was a rainbow, and the free fall towards it was the best!! It felt like I was on a swing over a huge map with the parachute.

In any case, it was the best diving experience!!

この経験はとても言葉や活字では伝え切れません。
体験したもの同士でないと伝わらないからです。

インストラクターはみんな陽気で、おかげでセスナ機内でも緊張感を感じることすらありませんでした。
所要時間が6時間ほどあるため、入念にレクチャーを受けて準備して・・・と思っていましたが、実際は淡々とビデオを見て、説明うけて、順番待って、ウェアを装着して、セスナに乗り込んで・・・次に気づけばもう空中でした！

ちょうど、真下に虹が出てそれに向かってのフリーフォールは最高でした！！
パラシュートは大きな地図の上でブランコに乗っているかのような気分。

とにかく、最高なダイビングでした！！

My group 8 people took on the ride and 8 came back stating this was by far the best thing they had experienced and all 8 said they would go back again and Highly suggest anyone wanting to see from the sky down what is happening need to take the 60 minute ride as our group did. Thanks for a wonderful time members of the Vacation Club.

The tour was amazing! Over Hawaii locations on a prefect Hawaii day... what more can you ask for!? The tour guide was entertaining and well knowledge. But the fact that we had to share the tour with 10-12 year old boys kind of killed the romantic part of the tour. It's a GREAT experience! Although staying in Waikiki and driving to the North Shore was kind of a hassel and took one hour... the helicopter tour made up for part of it. I would recommend to first timers to the island.

On the day of the event, it was clear and almost windless. It was the perfect day for diving.

This was my second time skydiving. I forced a slightly reluctant friend to join me.

The location was in the northwest part of Oahu. The scenery looked like something out of Field of Dreams. The hot dog I had while waiting was delicious. A group of Harleys passed by, and the relaxed atmosphere was great.

There was a Japanese explanation video and staff who could communicate in Japanese. There were quite a few participants, around 40 people, including couples and groups. About 40% of the participants were Japanese.

No special knowledge was required. When I dove in Florida before, I had to manage things like reading the altimeter and operating the parachute, which was quite serious. This time, everything was left to the instructors. So, it might be a bit unsatisfying for those who want to do more themselves.

The instructors were very kind and experienced. They picked up on my slight anxiety and kept the mood light and fun. Thank you, Instructor Stephan, for being "the most dangerous instructor" (as George said).

Photos and videos are optional, but I especially recommend the video. When I jumped in Florida, I didn't order the video, so I regretted not having "proof" to show off to someone in Japan. Therefore, it's definitely a good idea to order the video. It's a wonderful video with cool music. Thank you, Ash.

On the day, there were many participants, and I felt the waiting time was a bit long. However, spending time leisurely with a hot dog and beer while watching others jump is also a nice way to spend a holiday.

It's scarier than a roller coaster but not as scary as bungee jumping. I highly recommend this activity for those who have never done it before.

参加当日は、快晴かつほぼ無風。
最高のダイビング日和でした。

スカイダイビングは人生2回目でした。
すこし嫌がる友人を無理やり誘っての参加。

現地は、オアフ島の北西部。
フィールドオブドリームスに出てきそうな風景。
待ち時間に食べたホットドックが美味。
ハーレーの軍団が通ったり、のんびりとした感じがGOODです。

日本語の解説ビデオと、日本語対応可能なスタッフ。
参加者は結構多くて、カップルやグループなど40人くらい。
日本人は全参加者の4割程度でした。

特別な知識は一切不要。
以前フロリダでダイブした時は、高度計の見方や、パラシュートの操作など、
結構自分でする必要があり、かなり本格的でした。
今回は逆で、すべてインストラクター任せでした。
なので、自分でいろいろしたい！という人には物足りないかも知れません。

インストラクターは、とても親切かつ経験豊富な方たちでした。
少し不安になっているこっちの気持ちを汲んでくれて、明るく盛り上げてくれました。
「いちばんきけんなせんせい(George談)」ステファン先生ありがとう。


写真とビデオはオプションですが、ビデオは特にお勧めです。
フロリダで飛んだ時はビデオ撮影を注文しなかったため、日本で誰かに自慢したい時に｢証拠｣がなく、ずっと後悔していました。
なので、ビデオは必ず頼んだほうがいいです。
カッコいい音楽付きの素敵なビデオ。アッシュありがとう。

当日は、参加者が多く、やや待ち時間が長いかな？
と感じました。
まあ、他の人が飛んでるのを見ながら、のんびりとホットドックとビールで時間をつぶすのもまた、いい休日ですよ。

ジェットコースターよりは怖いけど、バンジージャンプよりは怖くありません。
一度もやったことのない人には、かなりお勧めのアクティビティーです。

I read other companies' experiences and was worried, so I opted for Japanese support. The explanations were clear with videos, and the foreign staff who flew with us were very accommodating, making it a wonderful memory. It was the best skydiving experience that blew away my fear of flying. I want to do it again and again. There was a Japanese lady who provided video explanations, but she didn't smile at all and seemed a bit angry, which was a minor downside; otherwise, there were no issues. I didn't bring any money, so I couldn't take videos or photos, but I definitely recommend getting them even if they are expensive. 😊

体験談など他社のも読みまして心配だったため日本語対応にしました。
説明もビデオでわかりやすく、一緒に飛んでくれる外人さんも対応良く、すばらしくぃぃ思い出になりました。
飛ぶ恐さも吹き飛ぶくらい最高のスカイダイビングでした。
何回も繰り返したいくらい。
日本人のおばさんがビデオ説明までしてくれるのですがその方が一切笑顔なしで怒った感じの対応がちょっと難点なくらいで何も問題ありませんでした。
お金を持っていってなかったのでビデオも写真も撮れなかったのですが絶対高くても撮った方がオススメです＾＾

I had previously experienced a Cessna flight on the mainland U.S., so I was looking forward to enjoying the beautiful scenery in Hawaii. However, the flight was quite bumpy due to the air currents from the airport near Oahu until we passed over Waikiki. It was a bit chaotic at first, but eventually, we got to see the beautiful ocean, the stunning view of Turtle Bay Resort from above, and the harvest season at Dole Plantation. The guide was easy to understand, making it a very satisfying Cessna flight.

My husband and I did not choose the piloting option, but I believe that those interested in flying would definitely create lasting memories with that choice.

I have visited Hawaii many times, but seeing it from the sky is simply amazing. The crater of Diamond Head is breathtaking.

I highly recommend it.

以前アメリカ本島でセスナ体験はあるので、そのイメージでハワイで綺麗な景色を楽しみにしていきました。
ところが、オアフの空港近辺からワイキキ上空を抜けるまでは気流の関係で揺れる、揺れる、、、きゃーきゃー騒いで最初は余裕のないフライトでしたが、そのうち綺麗な海、真上から見るタートルベイリゾート付近の美しさ、ドールプランテーションの収穫時期等がよく見えて　ガイドもわかりやすく、大変満足なセスナフライトになりました。
私と主人は運転操縦付きプランではなかったのですが、操縦に興味あるかたは絶対にそちらのほうが思い出になると思います。

今まで何度もハワイに行ってきましたが上空から見るハワイはすばらしいの一言です。ダイヤモンドヘッドのクレーター部分は圧巻です。


おすすめです。

I participated with my son. Until the day of the flight, I actually intended to pilot the plane myself, but since my middle school son was allowed to take the controls, he ended up piloting it＾＾. I observed from the back seat. A professional pilot sat next to him, holding the control stick at the same time and providing detailed instructions for takeoff. So there was no fear. We were able to see the beautiful Diamond Head and the blue ocean from directly above. At first, my son was quite nervous about his first flight, but as the Cessna glided through the sky, his tension eased, and he enjoyed piloting. The runway at Oahu Airport looked different from the view we usually have from commercial planes. It was also fun to taxi down the runway in the Cessna like a car. It was an experience we can't usually have! We enjoyed that together as parent and child.

Before boarding the Cessna, we received an explanation in front of the cockpit and went through a health check. The staff were very friendly. Inside the office, there were many photos of celebrities taken with the Cessna in the background. I feel like I’ve seen the pilot's face on TV before.

We created wonderful memories together as a parent and child. There’s a video of the flight, and watching it still makes me excited. My son's current dream is to become a pilot＾＾. I definitely want to repeat this experience when we go to Hawaii!

息子と二人で参加しました。当日まで、ホントは私が操縦するつもりで居たのですが、中学生の息子でも操縦させてもらえるということで･･･息子が操縦しました＾＾そして私は後部座席から見学。きちんとプロの操縦士の方がお隣に座り、その席で同時に操縦桿を握ってくれて、細やかな指示で離陸。だから怖さはありません。美しいダイアモンドヘッドや青い海を真上から見ることができました。最初息子も初フライトにかなり緊張していましたが、セスナが上空を滑るように飛んでいるうちにその緊張も解け、操縦を楽しんでいました。オアフ空港の滑走路もいつもの旅客機からの眺めとは違って見えました。滑走路の中を車みたくセスナで走ったのも面白かったです。なかなか普段できないこと！親子でそれを体験してきました。
セスナに乗り込む前に、操縦席の写真を前に説明を受けたり、健康状態のチェックなどしました。スタッフの皆さんがとてもフレンドリーでした。事務所の中にはセスナを後ろにして写した、沢山の芸能人の写真が飾られていました。確かに、操縦士さんのお顔を以前テレビで見たような気がします。
親子でとても素敵な思い出ができました。フライトの様子を映したビデオがありますが、それを見ると今でもわくわくしてきます。息子の今の夢は･･･パイロットになることです＾＾
ハワイに行ったときは是非リピートしたいです！

We had such fun! Toby was the greatest tour guide, pointing out every site and giving both sides of the copter a chance to see it. This was the highlight of my daughter's and my trip! If you have only one choice for an activity, make it this one!

Breathtaking views of the famous North Shore. Perfect introduction to gliding. Flight and landing were extremly smooth. We even spotted some whales from the glider.

I hesitated to participate because I'm not very comfortable with heights, but in the end, I'm glad I did it.

At first, I was anxious after signing a contract stating, "I will not sue no matter what happens," but thanks to the friendly and reliable instructor, by the time we were diving, my expectations outweighed my fears.

When falling from 14,000 feet, the wind pressure is so intense that I couldn't even close my mouth, but once the parachute opened, I was simply amazed by the breathtaking views below. The instructor showed us the scenery from different angles, explaining it in simple English like a tour guide. It was the best sky adventure.

I was really torn about whether to order the photos because they were expensive, but I'm glad I did. They took many pictures, and being able to look at them later allowed me to enjoy the experience even more after the trip. It became my favorite memory from Hawaii.

For those who are hesitating, you absolutely should do it!!

高いところがあまり得意ではないため参加するか迷いましたが、結果は、やってよかったです。

はじめに、「何があっても訴えません」という内容の契約書にサインさせられ、不安がよぎりますが、気さくで頼りがいのあるインストラクターのお陰で、ダイビングする頃には、不安より、期待の方が大きくなっています。

14000フィートから落ちる時は、風圧がすごくて、口がつむれないほどですが、パラシュートを開いてからは、眼下に広がる素晴らしい景色に、ただただ感動します。
インストラクターが、簡単な英語で、観光案内のように、角度をかえて、景色を見せてくれます。最高の空の旅でした。

写真が高かったので、頼むか相当迷いましたが、これも頼んでよかったです。
何枚も撮ってもらえますし、後で客観的に見れるので、旅の後も楽しめます。
ハワイで一番の思い出になりました。

迷っている方、絶対やるべきですよ！！

Toshi, our pilot, was very informative and made our trip memorable. We bought the DVD of the trip so we enjoy it over and over. Thanks for a great time.

The glider ride was fantatic!! It was the highlight of our trip. The view was great. The ride was smooth. Our pilot was certified and had plenty of experience. It wasn't too expensive which was really nice. I would recommend it to anyone going to Hawaii.

Not only was this my first time on the beautiful island of Hawaii it was also the first time I had ever been on a helicopter. I spent 9 nights on the island and the helicopter tour was, by far, the most enjoyable hour during my entire stay. The pilot was very knowledgeable of the areas we toured and informative. His sidekick, (Ziggy), was a hit with everyone in our group. I would highly, highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the island. You couldn't find a better attractiion on the entire island than this tour. I am returning to the island in August and I'm hopeful we can get as good a rate then, like we did last October. Thanks again and see you in August.

My real name;

Larry Debo
West Chester, Ohio

This was, without question, the best thing we did on our stay. It was incredible to see the island from the air and scout places that we wanted to see. If you can handle flying in small aircraft, you can handle the helicopter!

J.D.

I was opposed by my family and looked at strangely by my colleagues, wondering, "Am I weird?" but I followed my heart that said, "I want to fly!" and went for it. In the end, I am filled with the feeling that it was great to fly. For me, the joy and satisfaction come even stronger after returning home than right after the jump. During free fall, the strong wind and noise make it hard to enjoy the scenery, but once the parachute opens, I was able to leisurely enjoy the beautiful sea and mountains of Hawaii. Watching others descend while waiting below is also impressive. It was quite cold between the plane and free fall, especially in winter! (Someone who participated with me said, "You seem calm. I didn't feel anything because I was so nervous.") If you're sensitive to the cold, I recommend wearing a long-sleeved, slightly thicker shirt. Also, the impact upon landing is stronger than expected, so those with knee issues should be careful. Some people enjoyed landing on their bottoms, but their pants ended up quite wet and dirty. I participated on the last day of my stay in Hawaii, during a winter when the weather can change quickly, but fortunately, the rain that fell in the morning stopped, and it turned into a beautiful day (actually, that afternoon, there was a storm-like rain, and everything was canceled). I didn't feel scared, and thanks to that, it became an invaluable memory as I approach my 40s. I sincerely thank the divers and staff who provided a safe and enjoyable skydiving experience! Thank you!

家族からは反対され、会社の同僚からは奇異な目で見られ、『わたしってヘン？』と思いながら、それでも『飛んでみたい！』という自分の心に従って飛んでみました。結果、飛んでよかった、という気持ちで一杯です。私の場合、飛んだ直後よりこうして自宅に帰ってからのほうが、喜び、満足感がより強くこみ上げてくる感じです。フリーフォールはすごい風と音でクルクルまわりながらあまり景色を楽しむ余裕はありませんが、パラシュートが開いてからゆったりとハワイの美しい海と山々を楽しむことができました。下で待っている間も、他の人たちが次々と降りてくるのを見るのも圧巻ですよ。冬とあってさすがに飛行機の中とフリーフォールの間は寒い！です（一緒に参加した人からは、『冷静ですね~。私は（緊張して）ぜんぜん感じませんでした』と言われましたが）。寒さに弱い方は、長袖の少し厚めのシャツを着ることをお勧めします。また、着地の際は思ったより衝撃が強いのでひざなどに故障がある方は要注意。お尻からの着地を楽しんでいる方もいましたが、結構ズボンがぬれたりよごれていたりしていました。ハワイ滞在最終日に、それも天気の変わりやすい冬に参加しましたが、朝降っていた雨もやんで好天となり幸運でした（実際、その日の午後は嵐のような雨となりすべてキャンセルとなったそうです）。私は怖さも感じず、おかげで40歳台最後のかけがえのない思い出になりました。安全で楽しいスカイダイビングを体験させていただいたダイバー、スタッフの方々に心から感謝します！ありがとうございました！

We did a circle island flight, and it was AWESOME. The pilot, Josh was very funny and friendly, as well as his co-pilot ziggy (cute dog). The view from the sky is a lot different for sure. I was able to see all the surfers on the northshore. The sheer vastness of the ocean surprised us. Such an beautiful place. Highly recommended!

It was amazing.
It was truly wonderful!!!
Thank you to our guide, Mr. Komiya.
If I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, I look forward to it.

最高でした。
本当にすばらしいでした！！！
ガイドしてくれた（小宮さん）ありがとうございました。
また今度ハワイへ行く機会があればよろしくお願いします。

I tried skydiving for the first time! I’m not great with heights, but it was more fun than I expected, and the rainbow I saw from 4,000 meters up was absolutely beautiful.

The weather was unstable, so we had some delays in jumping that day, but ultimately, I was able to enjoy the amazing views in clear skies. Depending on the instructor, some can be quite enthusiastic, and after opening the parachute, they might spin around a bit too much, which can make you feel a little queasy. Fortunately, my instructor was just right, and I felt perfectly fine.

I wanted photos and videos, but they were too expensive, so I gave up on that. On the way back, since we had some time left, we also did a little sightseeing. I can’t forget the taste of the shrimp I had during that time! Thank you, driver Komiya!

初めてスカイダイビングにチャレンジしました！
高いところは苦手でしたが予想以上に楽しく上空４０００ｍから見た虹はとてもきれいでした。
天気が不安定だったため、その日はなかなかすんなり飛べませんでしたが、最終的には雲のない状態ですばらしい景色を満喫できました。
インストラクターにもよりますが、サービス精神旺盛な人だとパラシュートを開いたあとクルクル回転してくれすぎて少し気分が悪くなる時もあるようです。ちなみに私のインストラクターは程よい感じで全然大丈夫でした。
写真やビデオは欲しかったんですが高すぎて断念しました。。
帰りには時間が残っているということで、プチ観光もしていただきました。その時に食べたシュリンプの味が忘れられません！ドライバーのＫomiyaさんありがとうございました！！

This was the highlight of our Hawaiian visit. The flight around Oahu was absoultly wonderfull.

My most memorable moments of O'ahu! Had a wonderful time!

The highlight of our trip to Hawaii. Very professional company.

It was a trip with three friends for four days (actually three days). One of the memories from that trip was booking a skydiving experience at Pacific Skydiving Center two days before the trip after a big decision. I was full of anxiety, but the day itself was incredibly fulfilling and satisfying!!

Mr. KOMIYA, who provided our transportation, was the best staff member we encountered during our trip and someone we will never forget. He felt like a father figure in Hawaii. Surrounded by staff who were unique and helped ease our tension during the skydiving experience, it was definitely a tour we will come back to next time we visit Hawaii.

Together with my friends, we rated our satisfaction ★★★★★!!

友達三人の滞在四日間（実質三日）という旅行でした。
その思い出の一つにスカイダイビングを旅行二日前に大決断の後、パシフィックスカイダイビングセンターを予約しますた。
不安たっぷりでしたが、当日は充実満点☆満足！！
.+ﾟゎくゎく.+ﾟ(o(｡･д･｡)o).+ﾟぅきぅき.+ﾟ

送迎してくれたMr.KOMIYAさんは、私たちの旅行の中で忘れることのない最高のスタッフの方でした。HAWAIのお父さんです。
スカイダイビングでもユニークたっぷりで緊張感をやわらげてくれるスタッフに囲まれていて、次回HAWAIに来る時にまた来ること間違いなしのツアーでした。
同じスタッフで┣¨ｷ(oﾟДﾟo)┣¨ｷ

友人ともに　満足度★★★★★　でした！！　

The glider was awesome. I loved it. I would do it again. I would definitely add it to my bucket list!

This was my very first helicopter ride. From the beginning, I had confidence in the pilot and the helicopter.

Everyone was friendly and helpful.

I would do it again.

PS FYI - NOT PART OF MY COMMENT
You have a typo in your Board Writing Guides in the Comment Writing Standards. You typed "Be through," think you meant thorough.

I and my wife went to Waikiki night Flight on my wife's Birthday. The View was Unbelievably beautiful, so she excited very much! She said the flight was the most Beautiful birthday present She've ever had! Thank you for the greatest time.

The trip was fantastic and i would definitely do it again. It was a brilliant way to see the island and the views were spectacular!

This is my second time participating. Last time, I was a bit anxious since it was my first experience, but I wanted to feel that refreshing sensation again, so I signed up once more. The staff's response was good, and I am satisfied. If I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, I will definitely sign up.

２回目の参加です。前回は初めてだったので不安もありましたが、あの爽快感をもう一度体験したくまた申し込んでしまいました。スタッフの対応もよく満足しております。また、ハワイに行く機会があれば申し込むでしょう・・・。

It was the best experience.
I have ridden most of the thrill rides in the country, but the excitement I felt during skydiving surpasses anything I've experienced in the past.
The "fear" at the moment of jumping from 4,000 meters, the "excitement" while falling, and the "view" after the parachute opens are beyond words.
Before you jump, you have to sign a waiver that means "everything is at your own risk," but if you have even 1% interest in skydiving, you should definitely try it. Even with 99% anxiety and fear, the friendly and skilled staff will make it enjoyable.
If you have a partner or friends, please do it together; I think it will create unforgettable memories.
Unfortunately, my partner was too scared to jump from a 5-meter cliff, so they ran away, and I couldn't share the excitement with them. Also, I was embarrassed by my face in the video recording.
Finally, I want to express my gratitude to all the staff who took care of us and say, "Thank you!" and "Skydiving is the best!!!"

最高の体験でした。
　私は、国内の殆どの絶叫系ライドを乗っていますが、その時の興奮は過去のものであり、今後スカイダイビングで経験した「興奮」を上回るものはないと思います。
　上空４０００メートルから、飛び出す瞬間の「恐怖」、落ちていく途中の「興奮」、パラシュートが開いた後の「景色」は、言葉では言い表せません。
　飛ぶ前に「全ては自己責任」という意味合いの「承諾書」にサインしないといけませんが、スカイダイビングに１％でも興味のある方は、是非やってください。９９％の不安と恐怖があっても、優しくて優秀なスタッフが楽しませてくれます。
　カップルや友達がいる人は、是非一緒にやってください、一生の思い出作りになると思います。
　今回、残念だったのは、私の相方が５メートルの崖から飛び降りれないほどのビビリさんであったので、逃げ出してしまい、興奮を分かち合えなかった事とビデオ撮影して頂いた自分の顔があまりにイタかった事です。
　最後に、今回お世話になったスタッフの皆さんに「ありがとう」の言葉と「スカイダイビング最高！！！」の言葉を贈りたいです。