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Birds In Paradise Flight School

3666 Kuiloko Rd, Hanapepe, Kauai, HI 96716
808 822-5309
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Ranked #3 of 14 attractions in Hanapepe
Type: Tours
Owner description: Operating on Kauai for 22 years, Birds in Paradise Flight School offers introductory flight lessons over the most breathtaking landscape in the world.... more » Owner description: Operating on Kauai for 22 years, Birds in Paradise Flight School offers introductory flight lessons over the most breathtaking landscape in the world. We fly up to 4 ultralight trikes so friends and family can experience the exhilarating hands-on experience together. An FAA-certified instructor teaches the basics of ultralight flying while you fly over the rugged coastlines, Canyons, white sand beaches and the lush valleys of the Garden Island. A thrill and an adventure of a lifetime. Since 1990, Birds in Paradise has taken more than 23,000 people flying. « less
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Lake City, Florida
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

This experience tops anything we have done on both Kuaui and Maui. It beats seeing the island by helicopter hands down. There were 2 of us who flew and both pilots were great. I have looked forward to this for 2 years and it was everything I thought it would be / even better!

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Adelaide, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Well, it was different and worth doing, something you don't get the chance to do all the time, obviously. They take you over some beautiful sights, my pilot took me right up close to the Napali mountains, which was the most awesome part. I thought I might be scared but you actually feel quite secure up there. The worst part... More

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Martinez, California, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

I was psyched about the concept from the moment I saw it in the guide book. My wife... less so. She talked herself into it when we got to the island - if not now, then when? Our flight instructors put her at ease with a mix of professionalism during preflight preparations and nice easy manner. We booked the 60... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 via mobile

Did this in January of 2013. Scheduled an early flight and weather was great. It gets chilly up there but that's why you wear the silly looking flight suit. We purchased the photos and they are amazing. Split the cost for photos ($75) three ways so wasn't that bad, but I would recommend it even for one person footing the... More

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Mountain View, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

I bought a 1-hour flight as a present for my husband on his birthday. He was very happy! He had never fly before. He was not prepared at all but enjoyed every minute. The instructor was very nice. The sights are awesome. It was not cold because they provide costumes and helmets. Definitely worth $200.

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Wahiawa, Hawaii, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

It was the funnest and the coldest flight of my life. I was up there for an hour and half at 6,000 feet. the wind chilled me to the bone for the entire day. We flew all over the island and out of the ocean to spot humpback whales. It was the most fun that I have had in years.

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Longview, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

This adventure was highly recommended by my nephew and his new wife. They did this on their honeymoon and said it was the best thing they'd ever done! I Agree!!! It was so totally EXCITING, THRILLING, BEAUTIFUL, FUN, FULFILLING, and run so professionally that neither my daughter nor I had any fear or anxieties. It is run as a flight... More

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Dillon, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

This was a great experience. My husband and I went up at the same time in two different Ultra Lights. It had just rained before we took off and there was a beautiful rainbow over the water. The pilot went straight towards it and I felt like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz. I would definitely do this again.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013 via mobile

This was an amazing experience! I absolutely loved every minute of it. I got to pilot our trike through Mt. Wai'ale'ale crater and then out to the ocean where we saw many whales, dolphins, and sea turtles. There was a bit of turbulance out over the coast which caused the wing to unexpectedy jerk, but my pilot helped me through... More

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Honomu, Hawaii
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

The pilots were helpful and professional. Gliders and equipment were in excellent condition. The flight, take off, and landings were all super smooth. The views were incredible - Waimea canyon and Napali coast, dolphins, mantas, and much more all in a 45 minute flight. My wife and I went up at the same time and it was incredible and they... More

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