The 7 Best Helicopter Tours on Oahu

1.Magnum PI Hughes 500 4-Passenger Doors-Off Helicopters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,372 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $420Our pick

Fly Oahu in an open-door Magnum PI helicopter for 50 minutes of clear island views, expert narration, and unforgettable photos.

“Our pilot was AWESOME!! Unfortunately I got stuck in the front middle seat between the pilot and another passenger. It was hard to capture the beautiful sights being strapped in a 5 point harness seat belt and having all the helicopter gages front and center of your view. Hard to capture Video and photos when you have people on each side of you blocking your view. Not worth the $$$$ for the limited view, HAD I KNOWN. If you get. the middle seat upfront don't even bother renting the $5.00 plastic phone case strap. Doubt your phone will fall out on that seating chart. Anyway I'm sure the passengers that…”

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2.Royal Crown of Oahu – 60 Min Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 755 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $540

See Oahu from above on a one-hour helicopter tour with doors on or off, from Diamond Head and Sacred Falls to Pearl Harbor and the North Shore.

“If doors are off it will get a little chilly. It was an amazingly experience with perfect weather. Our pilot Jojo was very informative.”

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3.45 Minute Sights Unseen Helicopter Tour – Doors Off or On

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 477 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $490

See Diamond Head, Sacred Falls, Lanikai, and Pearl Harbor from a 45-minute Oahu helicopter tour with doors-on or doors-off seating.

“Phenomenal!!!! This is a must do to get a good idea of the island and the landmarks. Incredible experience flying over diamond head, Pearl Harbor & a waterfall!”

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4.Oahu 60min Helicopter Tour with Doors Off/On

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 340 reviews · from $440

See Oahu from above on a one-hour helicopter tour with doors on or off, from Waikiki and Pearl Harbor to Kaneohe Bay and the North Shore.

“It's the greatest way to see the island from a different perspective and the pilot (Kyle) was knowledgeable about the island tour.”

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5.Private Oʻahu Helicopter Experience: All Window Seats

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 209 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $415

Review of Mauna Loa’s private Oʻahu helicopter tour, with doors-off views, Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, North Shore surf, and practical booking advice.

“An amazing trip with the doors off. Our pilot Clay and receptionist Malia were exceptional. We had a brilliant time with extensive views explained as we travelled around and over the island. This was a special birthday treat and would highly recommend this company. Take the risk with the doors off you won't regret it.”

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6.Helicopter Tour with Doors On or Off

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 191 reviews · from $390Best value

See Oahu from above on a 45-minute helicopter tour with doors on or off, covering Waikiki, Sacred Falls, Pearl Harbor, and more.

“Amazing views. Cat was a great guide with an awesome sense of humor.”

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7.Magnum P.I. Doors-Off Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 50 min · from $420

Fly doors-off over Oahu in the actual Magnum P.I. Hughes 500D, with Waikiki, Hanauma Bay, Sacred Falls, and Pearl Harbor below.

“I really like everything about the tour. Our pilot Tianna was awesome, smooth flight 👍🏼😎 Thank you to Steven, he is awesome!! Thank you for sharing the story of the magnum PI and showing the pictures of the set when they’re filming the series 😎😍👍🏼👍🏼”

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