Mt. Tarawera Volcano Scenic Floatplane Tour from Rotorua
Badge of ExcellenceRotorua, New Zealand
Overview
Soar above the otherworldly volcanic landscapes of Mt. Tarawera on seaplane flight from Rotorua. The expert pilot-guide navigates over the Steaming Cliffs and the Waimangu Volcanic Valley, then returns via the Blue and Green Lakes and the bubbling geysers of Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. Experience the thrill of a water take-off and landing on Rotorua Lake, with a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.
Mt. Tarawera scenic floatplane flight
Spectacular aerial views of Mt. Tarawera's volcanic rift
Fly over the Blue and Green Lakes, Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, and the hot lakes of Waimangu Volcanic Valley
Take off and land on Lake Rotorua
Informative commentary from your expert pilot-guide
What's Included
30-minute scenic floatplane flight over Mt. Tarawera Volcano
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Lakefront Drive, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
Rotorua City Lakefront
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Flying at a time to suit you, this scenic floatplane tour over Mt. Tarawera will fit into even the busiest of itineraries. Meet the pilot, who serves as your aerial guide and offers narration on the awesome sights from above.
Feel the thrill of a water take-off before your pilot expertly navigates the skies toward Mt. Tarawera, a mountain steeped in Maori legend. You’ll follow a 5-mile (8-km) volcanic rift along the summit of Mt. Tarawera—a lunar-like landscape of jagged rocks and myriad crater lakes formed by the 1886 eruption of the now dormant volcano—before heading south to the Steaming Cliffs and hot lakes of the Waimangu Volcanic Valley.
En route back to Rotorua, the seaplane tour takes you over the Blue and Green Lakes and the gurgling geysers of Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve before splashing down for a water landing on Rotorua Lake.
Flights depart throughout the day from dawn to dusk, so simply advise your preferred departure time when booking.
Please note: A minimum of 2 adults is required per booking.
Mt. Tarawera (Pass By)
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Not wheelchair accessible
Due to comfort and balance of the aircraft, the maximum per seat limit is 297 lbs (135 kg) per passenger
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Featured review
Paul_G
Wow!! What an amazing experience. We were so fortunate to be upgraded to the Helicopter flight at late notice. Can’t say enough about how awesome this experience, staff and guide were. Thank you so much to the team for giving us a memory for a life time.
Reviews
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30 reviews
Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
All flight attractions: the plane, in water and in air, viewing the nature and get all experience . Very recommended..
The ride was amazing....
alwin_s, Jul 2023
The ride was amazing. Very friendly staff and amazing guide. This made my rotorua trip amazing.
Would definitely recommend it all my friends.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Rotorua is a whole new place when seen from above! We are so happy you enjoyed your flight, thank you for your support.
Great fun
Deborah_B, Jan 2023
This was a blast!! We caught an Uber out to Rotura from our cruise ship to get to this adventure. They have a helicopter and a seaplane. The seaplane was great fun taking off from the lake. The lake is filled with black swans. Beautiful. Great scenery from the plane!! Over an old volcano. Wish it would go over the thermal fields.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
We are so happy you had a great experience!
Wow! What an amazing experience.
Paul_G, Jan 2022
Wow!! What an amazing experience. We were so fortunate to be upgraded to the Helicopter flight at late notice. Can’t say enough about how awesome this experience, staff and guide were. Thank you so much to the team for giving us a memory for a life time.
Response from Host, Jan 2022
Thank you Paul for your review and comments. We are glad you enjoyed your flight and it was a pleasure to take yourself and your family for a trip
The service was extraordinary...
Barbara B, Mar 2015
The service was extraordinary - loved the communication prior to my trip. Our pilot was a great guide and an excellent pilot. thanks for the experience.
Absolutely beautiful, what an...
Olivier M, Feb 2012
Absolutely beautiful, what an experience we enjoy every minute of this wonderful flight...a really must do in a life time!!!!!
trip was postponed 24 hours due to...
dennis b, Jan 2012
trip was postponed 24 hours due to rain following day the trip was dissapointing due to poor weather conditions but given a better day would go again.
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Till_H, Jan 2024
Pofessionelle und freundliche Art der Mitarbeiter. Abwechslungreiche und beieindruclkende Natur aus der Vogelperspektive erkunden.
From $201.77
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)