Oahu helicopter tour guest giving thumbs up to pilot
Oahu helicopter tour guest giving thumbs up to pilot

Rainbow’s best helicopter pilots — reviews from our guests.

HONOLULU HELICOPTER TOURS  •  OAHU, HAWAII

Rainbow’s best helicopter pilots are well versed in Hawaiian culture, history and geography and deliver an unforgettable experience that customers love.

Rainbow Helicopters best helicopter pilots are exceptional professionals with years of flight experience, dedicated to providing a safe, informative and fun helicopter tour while viewing the natural beauty of the Hawaiian landscape. Rainbow’s helicopter pilots fly our colorful helicopters within viewing distance of the most iconic sights, like lush rainforests and majestic waterfalls. They are dedicated to sharing the natural beauty, culture and scenery while sharing personal insights into Hawaii’s diverse culture.

Come with us above the clouds and enjoy awe-inspiring views of the Oahu’s spectacular Hawaiian landscape. Experience a once in a lifetime helicopter tour of Oahu, narrated by a highly-trained pilot and guide that will show you the breathtaking views of world famous waterfalls, lush green valleys and so much more! Rainbow’s helicopter pilots are dedicated to giving you a comfortable and engaging experience while providing guests with an informative story of Hawaii’s rich history.

“Awesome experience doors off! Riley our pilot was fantastic!”

KABREN  •  DEC 2021

Amazing pilots
  1. "Fantastic flight! Rainbow helicopters were fantastic. Welcoming, professional and our flight took us around the coast and into extraordinary valleys. Turner, our pilot, was knowledgeable and very friendly. The aircraft was very stable and enabled great views from every seat. We loved it! Highly recommended "
    Mark • Nov 2024
  2. "What can I say? Amazing, stupendous, beautiful, etc. Best helicopter tour I have ever taken. All 3 of us were mesmerized by the views. Rainbow makes sure you enjoy your ride. Donavan, our pilot, had been a medi-vac pilot for years. He was knowledgeable and extremely interesting. We opted not to take the helicopter ride offered by our cruise ship. Rainbow's pricing was less for 90 minutes than the cruise ship's offer for 1 hour. 15-minute taxi ride from pier."
    Cheryl • Nov 2024
  3. "Had a fab 50th birthday! My husband and I were on our trip with another couple with 6yr old.empty seat in the middle. Plenty of space. I had door off seat and whilst I was initially anxious ,I enjoyed the thrilling ride and Ida was our pilot for our trip. She was an amazing pilot.Very knowledgeable and we both felt really safe in the air.It was a great expierence with the doors off and well worth the money as we researched other companies beforehand."
    Paul and Andrea Livingstone • Oct 2024
  4. "One word says it all.....spectacular. From the time you arrive and the ground crew gives the orientation everybody was so nice. The pilot was very informative and took us for a smooth ride."
    Dan • Oct 2024
  5. "We recently had the pleasure of taking the Royal Crown of Oahu Helicopter Tour with Rainbow Helicopters, and it was an unforgettable experience! Our pilot, Lucien, was absolutely fantastic. Not only was he an incredibly skilled pilot, making us feel safe and comfortable throughout the flight, but he was also very informative, sharing fascinating insights about the island’s history and landmarks. Note: We chose to fly with the doors off. Highly recommend that. The tour offered breathtaking views of Oahu, from the stunning coastline to the lush mountain ranges. Lucien’s narration really enhanced the experience, and we felt like we learned so much while taking in the natural beauty of the island. The whole experience was smooth, from the booking process to the tour itself. If you're visiting Oahu and want to see the island from a unique perspective, we highly recommend this helicopter tour! Lucien and the team at Rainbow Helicopters made it an experience we’ll never forget."
    Stephen • Oct 2024
  6. "My mom and I had an amazing experience. We sat in front with the doors on, and the 4 guests in the back had their doors off. Our pilot was telling us what we were seeing and gave a lot of fun facts too. We saw so much! We even were able to spot a few humpback whales from the helicopter, which was incredible."
    Tonia • Oct 2024
  7. "I have been on many helicopter tours, and this one was beyond compare! The staff was exceptionally friendly and went above and beyond to ensure we were prepared and comfortable. Our pilot kept us entertained while pointing out all the gems of Hawaii. I highly recommend Rainbow Helicopter Tours for your Hawaiian flight adventure!"
    Alexis • Oct 2024
  8. "It was an awesome experience. The whole team and the pilot Lucien have been extremely friendly and helpful. The tour was great Lucien knew nearly every square inch of the island. Highly recommended"
    Christopher Loch • Oct 2024
  9. "Smooth process to check in, preview before ride was good, all employees were friendly and courteous. Our pilot was great open to questions, although we were quite group, felt safe and gave us good knowledge about the island. Would recommend to everyone, had a great experience."
    Linda • Oct 2024
  10. "Amazing doors off experience with a great pilot and guide! Definitely a bucket list item to check off in hawaii!"
    Lisa • Oct 2024
  11. "We loved our ride. Ida our pilot knew her stuff and was very informative. Flying with the doors off was a bit room much in the back seats. The wind was very strong and shook my eyes making it hard to see"
    Steve • Sep 2024
  12. "This was definitely the highlight of my trip! We circled most of the island and then crossed over where the Dole plantation is located. It showed just how lush Oahu is in some places. It is also different to see the beaches from about. Our pilot, Emma was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. I highly recommend doing this tour!"
    Tim Mason • Sep 2024
  13. "My family and I went on a tour with Rainbow and chose the doors off experience. This was by far my favorite part of the trip. The views were absolutely beautiful around the entirety of the island. We had Lucien as our pilot and he was amazing as well! He was very knowledgeable when it came to the history of the island and the sites we seen as well as made us all feel comfortable throughout the duration of the flight. I believe that this tour is a must when visiting the islands and would definitely recommend to anyone visiting!"
    Samantha Vaughn • Sep 2024
  14. "My sister and I took our 89-year-old Mother on this trip. The staff was amazing assisting her in and out of the helicopter. We did doors open. We would highly recommend everyone doing this. My Mom did get a little cool with wind blowing even with her raincoat on. On the other side, I was just fine but glad I had my raincoat as it was windy. Our flight was at 5 pm. Beautiful scenery. We loved seeing the mountains on the island from above. This will be an experience we cherish doing with our Mom. Pilot, Ida was wonderful and provided interesting facts all the way. We didn't talk with her much during the flight as we were so involved in viewing. Thanks from the Evans Family"
    Elise Reaves • Sep 2024
  15. "I was hesitant at first because of the cost, but after doing this helicopter tour, I have zero regrets! Seeing Oahu from a helicopter is something you can’t fully describe until you’ve done it – it’s that spectacular. The combination of the crystal-clear ocean and the dramatic mountain ranges from the air took my breath away. Plus, the thrill of the wind in my face with the doors off made it so much more exciting! My pilot, Greg, was awesome – super friendly and full of interesting facts about the island. He even pointed out spots I wouldn’t have noticed on my own. This was hands down one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. Highly recommend!"
    Luisa L. • Sep 2024
  16. "Absolutely stellar experience from start to finish. We had a very special moment in the air and our pilot was amazing. Was well worth the money and what a memory!"
    Shawndra • Sep 2024
  17. "Every employee was very friendly and seemed to love their job. The pilot was informative and answered all questions."
    Gayle • Sep 2024
  18. "It was a wonderful experience. Great customer service and a very knowledgeable pilot (Joey). We recommend Rainbow helicopters."
    Elizabeth De Alba • Sep 2024
  19. "Great experience, staff that check us in and our pilot Joey, gave us great customer service and pilot Joey was very knowledgeable and gave us a little history of the island. I do recommend the Rainbow helicopters."
    Elizabeth De Alba • Sep 2024
  20. "This was a total bucket list item and it did not disappoint! The team at Rainbow Helicopters was helpful, friendly, informative, and all around awesome people. The helicopter ride - wow! I was nervous but quickly that subsided and just had the best time ever with the views. Loved the pilot's knowledge on the area and sites we were able to fly over. I would definitely do this again!"
    Travis Wolff • Aug 2024
Smooth helicopter rides
  1. "This was booked for my husband and daughter. They were both nervous but Lucien made them completely comfortable. They said the flight was smooth, enjoyable, fantastic views, and even got local insider info. They would do it again. My kid couldn’t stop smiling afterwards."
    Jennifer • Nov 2024
  2. "One word says it all.....spectacular. From the time you arrive and the ground crew gives the orientation everybody was so nice. The pilot was very informative and took us for a smooth ride."
    Dan • Oct 2024
  3. "We recently had the pleasure of taking the Royal Crown of Oahu Helicopter Tour with Rainbow Helicopters, and it was an unforgettable experience! Our pilot, Lucien, was absolutely fantastic. Not only was he an incredibly skilled pilot, making us feel safe and comfortable throughout the flight, but he was also very informative, sharing fascinating insights about the island’s history and landmarks. Note: We chose to fly with the doors off. Highly recommend that. The tour offered breathtaking views of Oahu, from the stunning coastline to the lush mountain ranges. Lucien’s narration really enhanced the experience, and we felt like we learned so much while taking in the natural beauty of the island. The whole experience was smooth, from the booking process to the tour itself. If you're visiting Oahu and want to see the island from a unique perspective, we highly recommend this helicopter tour! Lucien and the team at Rainbow Helicopters made it an experience we’ll never forget."
    Stephen • Oct 2024
  4. "An incredible way to see Oahu! I wish I had done this as soon as I arrived because you get a really good understanding of the island and where everything is. Our pilot Josh did a wonderful job at explaining all the different sights and was great at giving us a heads up whenever there was turbulence (only happened twice and very briefly). I generally get motion sickness when I travel but Josh was very smooth with take off and landing. I highly recommend the experience! You’ll never forget it."
    Cecilia • Aug 2024
  5. "Great experience coupled with a great staff = great time. From the moment I booked the flight it was a top notch experience. Reception called me minutes after I booked to confirm I received the email with parking instructions and everything was good to go. Arrived and followed the well documented signage to the designated area and we were off. Even on a super windy day everything was super smooth and felt like first class passengers on a first class trip the entire time. Would highly recommend."
    Erick McKitterick • Apr 2024
  6. "Excellent tour. Very experienced pilot. Received good information. Flight was very smooth. Would recommend"
    Wayne Reddekopp • Mar 2024
  7. "Hey guys this was an awesome tour. I loved it. It was windy somewhat but the pilot was an awesoem pilot he kept it nice and smooth for us Def would recommend this helicopter tour to anyone out there. They give very detailed information about the island while on the tour."
    Karl Martin • Feb 2024
  8. "We’re a 65 year old couple looking for a unique experience but unsure the doors off option would be too “adventurous” for us. We’re so glad we did! Pilot Daryl made the trip super smooth and we felt totally safe and comfortable the entire trip. He did an excellent job narrating and explaining the areas of the island we visited. We even got to see sea turtles and beaching whales! We’ve traveled a lot and we’d post this as one of our lifetime experiences."
    Todd Lehman • Jan 2024
  9. "An incredible way to see Oahu! I wish I had done this as soon as I arrived because you get a really good understanding of the island and where everything is. Our pilot Josh did a wonderful job at explaining all the different sights and was great at giving us a heads up whenever there was turbulence (only happened twice and very briefly). I generally get motion sickness when I travel but Josh was very smooth with take off and landing. I highly recommend the experience! You’ll never forget it"
    Cecilia Montoya • Jan 2024
  10. "I recently had the opportunity to take a helicopter ride in Oahu, Hawaii, and it was an absolutely breathtaking experience. From the moment we took off, the panoramic views of the island's lush green mountains, cascading waterfalls, and stunning coastline left me in awe. The pilot, Kyle, was knowledgeable and provided interesting commentary throughout the flight, enhancing the overall experience. The smooth and comfortable ride, coupled with the unparalleled beauty of Oahu from above, made this helicopter adventure a definite highlight of my trip. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a unique and unforgettable way to explore the island."
    Arturo Andaya • Jul 2023
  11. "Incredible, incredible tour! Tobias was a great pilot, it was a smooth ride and fantastic views! This was definitely a "bucket list" must! This was an unforgettable experience for my guests from Okinawa, Japan. Highly recommend this tour!"
    Laverne Higa • Jun 2023
  12. "Beautiful view of the island. Staff was professional and helpful. Ride was smooth. Open doors is very windy… but great view!"
    Riley • Jun 2023
  13. "A big shout out and amazing job well done to the folks at Rainbow Helicopters! My fiancé and I have recently experienced a tour around Oahu with the Romantic Proposal landing. The staff went to great length to go along with the surprise proposal and helped ensure no hints or spoilers occurred. The collaboration and communication between the staff and I was excellent, as well as the amazing tour. My fiancé and I were able to see the various points of interests including the sacred falls, coastal shores and Mountain views. Our pilot and guide Kyle, did an excellent job and so did our photographer Mark. I highly recommend both of them as well as choosing Rainbow Helicopters for your Oahu tours. I experienced everything I expected, including the awesome landing at the private mountain side of Kuoala Ranch. It was such a smooth magnificent journey."
    Carlo Kimpo • May 2023
  14. "Alex was fantastic. Gave us great views of the North Shore, Diamond Head, and other sights. The ride was much smoother than expected. Would definitely do again."
    Tara • Apr 2023
  15. "Really Cool Tour. We saw loads of the island, the pilot was overly knowledgeable and it went really smooth. Would recommend"
    Rob • Apr 2023
  16. "Everything from the signage, facilities, crew and helicopter was great. The crew was welcoming and made the check-in process very easy, and along with their smiles made our first experience awesome. Our pilot Oliver was outstanding and interacted constantly with us, pointing key landmarks; the flught was smooth alll the way from beginning to end. Thabks for the amazing experience!!!"
    Luis Medina • Mar 2023
  17. "My wife and I really enjoyed the ride. Tobias our pilot was excellent and did a great job of pointing out most all of the top landmarks. The flight was smooth and comfortable all the way around the Island. The only downside was the time passed way too fast! Thank you Tobias for an experience of a lifetime."
    Tim Fleming • Mar 2023
  18. "Carson was an incredibly smooth pilot. Did an amazing job and was knowledgeable about the island. This tour was hands down the highlight of the week!"
    Mike • Jan 2023
  19. "An amazing experience!! Our pilot, Kyle, was awesome!! Our ride was very smooth and we saw some great views!"
    Lorran Morgan • Jan 2023
  20. "It was awesome!!!!!!! Such a smooth ride. Wonderful staff. Harley, our pilot, was great, answered questions and explained everything we were seeing. Even got little history lessons. The views are absolutely breathtaking. I would highly recommend it, worth every penny. Will definitely do it again"
    Maggie Rehm • Dec 2022
Knowledgable staff
  1. "Fantastic flight! Rainbow helicopters were fantastic. Welcoming, professional and our flight took us around the coast and into extraordinary valleys. Turner, our pilot, was knowledgeable and very friendly. The aircraft was very stable and enabled great views from every seat. We loved it! Highly recommended "
    Mark • Nov 2024
  2. "What can I say? Amazing, stupendous, beautiful, etc. Best helicopter tour I have ever taken. All 3 of us were mesmerized by the views. Rainbow makes sure you enjoy your ride. Donavan, our pilot, had been a medi-vac pilot for years. He was knowledgeable and extremely interesting. We opted not to take the helicopter ride offered by our cruise ship. Rainbow's pricing was less for 90 minutes than the cruise ship's offer for 1 hour. 15-minute taxi ride from pier."
    Cheryl • Nov 2024
  3. "Had a fab 50th birthday! My husband and I were on our trip with another couple with 6yr old.empty seat in the middle. Plenty of space. I had door off seat and whilst I was initially anxious ,I enjoyed the thrilling ride and Ida was our pilot for our trip. She was an amazing pilot.Very knowledgeable and we both felt really safe in the air.It was a great expierence with the doors off and well worth the money as we researched other companies beforehand."
    Paul and Andrea Livingstone • Oct 2024
  4. "This was definitely the highlight of my trip! We circled most of the island and then crossed over where the Dole plantation is located. It showed just how lush Oahu is in some places. It is also different to see the beaches from about. Our pilot, Emma was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. I highly recommend doing this tour!"
    Tim Mason • Sep 2024
  5. "My family and I went on a tour with Rainbow and chose the doors off experience. This was by far my favorite part of the trip. The views were absolutely beautiful around the entirety of the island. We had Lucien as our pilot and he was amazing as well! He was very knowledgeable when it came to the history of the island and the sites we seen as well as made us all feel comfortable throughout the duration of the flight. I believe that this tour is a must when visiting the islands and would definitely recommend to anyone visiting!"
    Samantha Vaughn • Sep 2024
  6. "It was a wonderful experience. Great customer service and a very knowledgeable pilot (Joey). We recommend Rainbow helicopters."
    Elizabeth De Alba • Sep 2024
  7. "Great experience, staff that check us in and our pilot Joey, gave us great customer service and pilot Joey was very knowledgeable and gave us a little history of the island. I do recommend the Rainbow helicopters."
    Elizabeth De Alba • Sep 2024
  8. "Best way to see the whole island! I did a 45 minute flight. I saw the whole island which is amazing as I am not likely to see it all whilst here on my trip. The doors off experience was fabulous. Our pilot was knowledgeable and kind."
    Clancy • Aug 2024
  9. "Tyler was our amazing pilot and tour guide. He is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about flying. Customer service with Jacqueline was outstanding. This was was not just an experience, it was an epic adventure ! Definitely worth it. Spend the time seeing Hawaii from the air ❤️"
    Carol Perdue • Jul 2024
  10. "We had an absolutely incredible time on our open-door helicopter tour w/ Rainbow Helicopters! Our pilot, Turner, was wonderful - experienced and knowledgeable about the island. Nicole, the owner, and Jackie, the manager, along w/ the rest of the staff made us feel immediately at ease the moment we walked through the doors. They are beyond kind and gracious, operating more like a family than a business. 100/10 stars. Views of the island were gorgeous and the equipment we were offered was top notch. Everything brand new top to bottom. Couldn't have been a better experience. Thank you, Nicole, Jackie, Turner, and team!! Much love and mahalo to you all!"
    Margarita and Tim Kornuc • Jul 2024
  11. "From the moment we took off, we were treated to panoramic views of the ocean, cliffs, and lush green scenery. The pilot was knowledgeable and made us feel safe while sharing fascinating insights about the area."
    Kuldeep R. • Jul 2024
  12. "Rainbow Helicopters provided an incredible experience that we’ll never forget! Flying above the Kona Coast, we were treated to stunning vistas of the ocean and lush landscapes. The pilot was knowledgeable and made us feel safe throughout the flight. This was undoubtedly the highlight of our Hawaii vacation and we can’t wait to do it again. If you’re visiting Hawaii, this is a must-do activity!"
    Janet C. • Jul 2024
  13. "This may have been my confusion, but I Thought our flight was supposed to be my in-land (to see some waterfalls that can't be seen from roads or hiking in?), but our flight just went on the outskirts of the island. I wasn't sure if this was due to the fact that the weather was not as great that day or just my misunderstanding. However, we still really enjoyed our flight and did get to see some areas we had not seen from the ground. Our pilot was very friendly and knowledgeable, and all other staff were very friendly as well. Overall, a great experience."
    Marcy Hall • Apr 2024
  14. "Great experience and I highly recommend Freddy the pilot. He was knowledgeable of the entire island and very careful while flying and educating our group."
    Geronimo Jorge • Apr 2024
  15. "The flight was absolutely spectacular. Joel was an amazing pilot and very knowledgeable about the island. There are views, such as the Sacred Falls waterfall, are something that you can only see from the sky since it was closed to hikers since 1999. I would highly recommend the helicopter tour by rainbow helicopters to anyone!"
    Hartz Jodi • Apr 2024
  16. "Amazing experience, pilot was extremely knowledgeable about the island. 10/10 would recommend."
    Sean owens • Feb 2024
  17. "This tour was our first time in a helicopter and now likely won’t be our last. Turner was the best pilot! Felt safe and secure even with the yaws and bumps. Doors off is the way to go! He was very knowledgeable and the right amount of chatty for us. We say parts of the island we would not have seen otherwise! Rainbow and staff very attentive and professional from the start. Everyone said hello and goodbye and asked how our flight was. It was an hour that didn’t seem like one at all!"
    Alex Vuolo and Laura Morency • Feb 2024
  18. "This was an amazing experience. Our pilot Darrell was skillful, knowledgeable, friendly and informative. He made sure we had the chance to see the sights from both sides of the helicopter so everyone had a view. He had great recommendations and insider tips. The advance crew was professional and focused on safety. They answered our questions and ensured we were ready for a safe flight."
    Jeffrey Smith • Jan 2024
  19. "Our doors off flight was amazing. JoJo was our knowledgeable and wonderful pilot. It was a clear ang sunny day so we had beautiful views of the island. It was amazing to see the different terrains which can only be seen by air. The hour tour went by quickly and I would recommend this tour highly."
    Susan S • Dec 2023
  20. "Emily did a awesome job piloting the helicopter around the island. She put my wife and I at ease with our anxiety of being our first time in a helicopter. Friendly and knowledgeable definitely recommend Rainbow Helo."
    Ray • Dec 2023

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