UPDATED 2021: Description of activity subject to change without notice due to new limitations and updated capacities. Thank you.

Schedule:

• Availability: Daily
• Tour Time: 8:00 AM, 9:15 AM, 10:30 AM, 1:15 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:45 PM
• Duration: 1 Hour

Professional Photography Tour of Oahu!
Embark on an unparalleled aerial photography experience over Oahu with our VIP luxury helicopter photography tour. Departing from the Honolulu airport, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views perfect for capturing stunning images of Waikiki’s dynamic shoreline blending with the white sands of its iconic beaches. As you fly over Diamond Head, Koko Head, and the historic Makapu’u Point Lighthouse along the Leeward Coast, photographers will find endless opportunities for unique and captivating shots.

The journey continues North, offering aerial perspectives of Kailua Beach, Mokoli’i Island landmark, and the pristine waters of Kaneohe Bay’s vibrant reef- an ideal setting for vibrant underwater photography. Glide over Jurassic Valley and Sacred Falls, capturing the majestic beauty of Oahu’s renowned North Shore with its iconic spots like Banzai Pipeline and Waimea Bay, famous for its legendary monster waves.

As the tour gracefully concludes with a slow flyover of Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, photographers can seize the chance to capture poignant and historic moments from above. Don’t miss this exclusive 60-minute experience tailored for photographers to capture Oahu’s major sites from a unique and awe-inspiring perspective.

Inclusions:

• Guaranteed window seats and your very own private pilot.
• This is a highly customizable flight for professionals. We work with you to ensure the right light, positions and obtain permissions to make sure you get what you want.

Recommendations:

• On a doors-on flight, we recommend that you wear dark outer layers to minimize reflection in the windows during photography. Because you are not exposed to the elements, whatever clothing you are comfortable with at sea level is adequate for your flight. 
• An open-door experience is exciting and fun and we want you to enjoy your flight without being distracted by wind or chill. A warm outer layer that you can zip up, such as a windproof jacket, is ideal. 
• If you are particularly prone to motion sickness, we do recommend that you prepare with oral motion‐sickness medication so you can enjoy your flight, free from worry. Please request an “Aloha Bag” from our pilot prior to takeoff or during the flight.

Restrictions/Requirements:

• Minimum age is 7 years old for a doors-on tour and 12 years old for doors-off.
• Minimum of 2 passengers and allow the maximum of 3 passengers (of the same family group only).
• Weight Limitations
  • 3 Seat Helicopter:
    • Max weight per passenger of 275lbs
    • Max total group weight cannot exceed 650lbs
    • For groups of 3 passengers, no more than one person can be over 200 pounds
• Weights will be taken at the time of check-in with all items going on the helicopter with you. Due to legal and safety reasons, if weight limits are exceeded at the time of check-in, we will not be able to accommodate the tour, and is non-refundable. (NOTE: Seat assignments may be subject to weight and balance restrictions of the aircraft).
• All passengers must check in with a valid photo ID.
• Helicopters hold up to 3 passengers, reservations of 4 or more will be split between helicopters.
• We strongly advise against wind-susceptible clothing such as dresses and hooded items. In winter, long pants are highly recommended.
• To keep you and your belongings safe, we cannot permit any loose objects on your doors-off flight. This includes hats, visors, scarves, hair clips, and strapless sandals.
• Eyeglasses are permissible. Hair that is long enough should be tied tightly with an elastic band. Any equipment must be secured to you via a strap.
• Routes or flight times may vary due to weather conditions. Mauna Loa Helicopters reserves the right to cancel any tour due to unsafe weather. If cancellation due to weather occurs prior to the flight, any money collected will be refunded. If the flight has begun and must be canceled due to weather within 10 minutes of takeoff, the tour price will be refunded in full. If the flight has exceeded 10 minutes, the passengers will be refunded for the percentage of the flight that did not take place. The pilots do have all the way up until the flight time to make a weather decision. If cancelled due to weather per the pilot, rescheduling opportunities are based upon availability.
• Customers who are sick inside the helicopter during flight will be charged a $100 cleaning fee.
• Please note that all body parts must remain inside the helicopter for the duration of the tour. We do not allow “foot selfies” or similar on our tours for safety reasons.
• Passengers who miss their scheduled flight time due to a late check-in will be charged a fee of $100 if they are able to reschedule.
• The passenger’s ID must match the name of the credit card being charged. ID will be checked at the time of check-in. If ID does not match the credit card we will need a new card or we will not be able to fly the tour.

Location: Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours
Address: 134 Nakolo Place, Suite 203, Honolulu, HI 96819
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Check-in: All passengers must check in with a valid photo ID no less than 30 minutes prior to their scheduled flight time.

Parking: We have free parking. Please park in the designated parking stall. Stall number #17MLH or #4MLH.

Special Notes:
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your tour time.