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Mount Tarawera/Orakei Korako "Thermal Explorer" Dual Landing
Mount Tarawera/Orakei Korako "Thermal Explorer" Dual Landing
Rotorua Crater Lakes
Mount Tarawera/Orakei Korako "Thermal Explorer" Dual Landing
Departure point at the Rotorua City Lakefront

Mount Tarawera/Orakei Korako "Thermal Explorer" Dual Landing

By Volcanic Air
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,414 per adult
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  • 3h
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Overview

Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular aerial views of our stunning crater lakes, the renowned Tarawera Falls and the vibrant Waimangu and Wai-O-Tapu geothermal reserves. Leaving Wai-O-Tapu we descend to follow the Waikato River to the hidden valley of Orakei Korako. Once landed, you will ferry across the river and begin your land-based tour. Experience hot springs, gushing geysers and the natural beauty of this geothermal wonderland. Your return flight takes in views of farmland and the Paeroa mountain range before flying over Rotorua City and returning to our lakefront pier.

Activity location

  • Mt. Tarawera
    • , Tr
    • Rotorua, New Zealand, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Lakefront Drive
    • Lakefront Drive
    • 3010, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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Mount Tarawera/Orakei Korako "Thermal Explorer" Dual Landing
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
NZ$1,414.00 x 1 AdultNZ$1,414.00
Total
Price is NZ$1,414.00
Until Sat, 29 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedDriver and Guide

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Waimangu Volcanic Valley (Pass by)
Waimangu Valley is the home of the 'Frying pan lake', which is one of the worlds largest hot spring. You will also fly over the 'Inferno Crater' which is a beautiful Teal blue lake, rising and falling up to 12 metres. Waimangu is the youngest geothermal system in the world.
Wai-O-Tapu (Pass by)
Wai O Tapu is known to be one of New Zealand most colourful Geothermal park. You will see the most magnificent colours while you fly directly over this park.
Mt. Tarawera
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
This is one of New Zealand's most culturally significant volcanoes. Standing on the volcano you will see a view of the spectacular craters and domes formed by the 1886 eruption.
Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
This is the largest Geyser park in New Zealand. You will see bubbling mud pools, colourful hot springs and beautiful scenery.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESMt. Tarawera
    • , Tr
    • Rotorua, New Zealand, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLELakefront Drive
    • Lakefront Drive
    • 3010, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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Reviews

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10.0 out of 10

Norman_L

Reviewed on Viator
20 Feb 2025
This has been an amazing helicopter flight with Volcanic Air and our very experienced pilot Tracy who flew us safely to one of the most stunning landscapes in New Zealand’s North Island. Landing at Mt Tarawera was incredible and it’s difficult to find the right words for this once in a lifetime experience. The entire trip was perfectly organised and we highly recommend to book this unique adventure.
10.0 out of 10

w_h

Reviewed on Viator
25 Apr 2024
Informative, interesting, comfortable tour with top-notch pilot, Tim, who garnered much respect in our group. Walking in thermal “park” was awe-inspiring, good exercise, and nicely board-walked. Could do as little or as much (up to 1 hour) as desired in park. Well-designed tour as we accomplished a lot in a short time. Bravo, Tim!
10.0 out of 10

Douglas_C

Reviewed on Viator
7 Apr 2024
The entire tour was great from the communication with Alice in the office to our pilot Brian, Volcanic Air is a first-class organization. The landing and tour at Orakei Korako Thermal Area was stunning and of course the landing at MT Tarawera was one of the highlights of our 3.5 week tour of New Zealand. Brian was professional, informative and a great pilot. He made sure we had great views and perfect camera angles. Even with winds above the mountain, his landing was smooth. This tour was well worth the price - great value!

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