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Experience and enjoy the exuberance of a helicopter ride with excellent photographic
opportunities. There are several tours to choose from.
Contact us at Pacific Accommodations and make
arrangements to see beautiful Hawaii from above!
#1 The Historic Honolulu Tour Approximate
time: 15 minutes
This tour begins with a beautiful view of placid Keehi
Lagoon and continues over historic Honolulu Harbor. Here you
will see Aloha Tower, once the tallest structure on the
island, as well cruise ships from distant ports.
Next is downtown Honolulu, featuring the only royal palace
in the country.
Above the city stands Punchbowl, the National Memorial
Cemetery of the Pacific. The tour continues above Ala Moana
Beach Park, Magic Island, the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor and Waikiki
Beach. On your return to the airport, you’ ll see Pearl
Harbor.
#2 The Pali Makani Tour Approximate time:
30 minutes
This tour features everything on the
Historic Honolulu Tour and continues on along the southern
shore of the island, past Waikiki Beach, where you’ll see
Diamond Head crater from a dramatic perspective, the “Gold
Coast” where millionaires make their homes, and spectacular
Hanauma Bay.
Rounding the east end of the island,
you’ll see rugged coastline, inviting Sandy Beach and
Makapuu Point and lighthouse. Your aerial tour continues over
Sea Life Park, the estate where TV’s Magnum P.I. was filmed
and miles of white sand beach.
You’ll be treated to a stunning
view of Mount Olomana and, later, the Nuuanu Pali where King
Kamehameha’s warriors won a decisive battle to unite the
islands.
#3 The Hidden Oahu Special Approximate
time: 45 minutes
This spectacular tour shows you the very
best of the island. Depending on weather conditions, the pilot
will select the most suitable route to show passengers all the
“must see” attractions and scenic vistas, from serene
Keehi Lagoon and historic Honolulu Harbor, to Aloha Tower, Ala
Moana Beach Park, Magic Island and world famous Waikiki Beach.
On the eastern end of the island is
Hanauma Bay, the remnants of a volcanic crater that is now a
marine sanctuary and popular snorkel spot. Up next come the
Halona Blowhole, Sandy Beach, Makapuu Point and lighthouse,
and colorful Sea Life Park.
After cruising above the powdery white
sands of Waimanalo Beach, the tour continues over the gorgeous
coral formations of Kaneohe Bay, distinctive Chinaman’s Hat,
and then up into “Jurassic Park” valley, where a dozen
major motion pictures have been filmed. The highlight of the
tour is Sacred Falls, a shear and splendid 1,000-foot cascade.
On your way over Oahu’s Central
Plain, you’ll see the world’s largest agricultural maze at
the Dole Pineapple Plantation and the “birthing stones”
of Hawaiian royalty. Your tour concludes with a panoramic
vista of Pearl Harbor.
#4 The Ali'i Sacred Falls Tour Approximate
time: 60 minutes
This tour is our finest offering and is
far and away the most popular tour. This grand adventure
includes everything in our other tours but continues on past
Sacred Falls, over the Polynesian Cultural Center, one of
Hawaii’s most popular visitor attractions, and the Mormon
Temple in Laie. You’ll also see Turtle Bay, the aquaculture
farms and Kahuku Point, where whales frolic in the winter.
The tour continues along the storied North
Shore, with a dramatic view of world-renowned surfing spots
including Sunset Beach, Pipeline and Waimea Bay.
On your way over Oahu’s Central
Plain, you’ll see the Dole Pineapple maze and the
“birthing stones” of Hawaiian royalty. Your tour concludes
with a panoramic vista of Pearl Harbor.
#5 Romantic City Lights Charter Approximate
time: 15-20 minutes
Our romantic City Lights Charter is a rare
opportunity for you and up to five friends to experience a
spectacular 15- to 20-minute tour of glittering Waikiki and
Oahu's south shore. You’ll have the aircraft to yourselves,
an exceptional treat for the discriminating traveler. You'll
see the lights of Honolulu twinkling like so many diamonds on
black velvet, an extraordinary experience. Because this is a
charter flight, there are no applicable Federal taxes or fees.
Contact us at Pacific Accommodations and make
arrangements to see beautiful Hawaii from the sky!
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