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Mt Tarawera Scenic Flight - The Volcanic Double
Soar above Maunga Tarawera, the volcano behind one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most dramatic eruptions, on this breathtaking scenic flight featuring stunning crater views, rich history and unforgettable landscapes.
Soar above Maunga Tarawera, the volcano behind one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most dramatic eruptions, on this breathtaking scenic flight featuring stunning crater views, rich history and unforgettable landscapes.
Highlights
- Scenic flight over Maunga Tarawera’s crater and eruption rift
- Learn the stories behind the historic 1886 eruption
- Enjoy aerial views of Waimangu Thermal Valley and geothermal features
- See the Rotorua Lakes, Mt Putauaki and surrounding volcanic plateau
- Experience dramatic, colourful volcanic landscapes unique to the region
- Hosted by a friendly, locally-owned operator
This spectacular flight takes you across the varied landscapes of the Eastern Bay of Plenty to Maunga Tarawera, a mighty volcanic peak famous for its 1886 eruption - an event that reshaped the region and became one of New Zealand’s most important geological moments.
As you approach the mountain, the scale of Tarawera becomes truly impressive. From above, you’ll see the distinctive 25km-long rift carved into the landscape, the deep crater systems, ash fields and the dramatic patterns left behind by the eruption. Your pilot will share the stories behind this powerful event, as well as the cultural significance of Tarawera to Te Arawa iwi, who regard the mountain as a revered tipuna (ancestor).
Along the way, you’ll enjoy incredible views of the Waimangu Valley, Rotorua Lakes, Mt Putauaki and the rich volcanic contours that define this region. This flight blends natural beauty, volcanic storytelling and panoramic scenery into one seamless experience.
It's the perfect way to explore one of Aotearoa’s most iconic landscapes.
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Adult$772.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$700.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$700.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$700.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$700.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$700.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$700.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
- Adult$772.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$699.00
- Adult$875.00
- Child$699.00
Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience.
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Karen Kilmartin from New Zealand wrote on 30 June 2024
Karen & Dave
Great pilot with plenty of ongoing information throughout the trip. Knows his stuff for sure! Neat trip and amazing adventure. Really enoyable and felt safe throughout.
lorelei130100 from Italy wrote on 15 January 2024
A Fantastic experience!
Wonderful flight - extremely professional and friendly company
janep10 from United Kingdom wrote on 04 March 2023
Superb flight, would love to do it again
This trip really was the highlight of our NZ tour so far and we're on week 6 of 7 We had good comms from Joanna (who also turned out to be the pilot) before the trip and finding the office was easy. Her friendly, confident style put us all at ease. It looked like the weather gods weren't on our side so we sef off to White Island, via Whale Island, with the hope that the clouds would clear and we'd also be able to go to see Mt Tarawera too. It wasn't to be, so Joanna spent plenty of time doing arcs of White Island allowing both sides of the plane to get the best possible view. AMAZING 🌋😃 Returning via Ohope finished off a super flight. We were really fortunate to have this opportunity and can highly recommend it. Thanks Joanna 🛩️
janep10 from United Kingdom wrote on 04 March 2023
Superb flight, would love to do it again
This trip really was the highlight of our NZ tour so far and we're on week 6 of 7 We had good comms from Joanna (who also turned out to be the pilot) before the trip and finding the office was easy. Her friendly, confident style put us all at ease. It looked like the weather gods weren't on our side so we sef off to White Island, via Whale Island, with the hope that the clouds would clear and we'd also be able to go to see Mt Tarawera too. It wasn't to be, so Joanna spent plenty of time doing arcs of White Island allowing both sides of the plane to get the best possible view. AMAZING 🌋😃 Returning via Ohope finished off a super flight. We were really fortunate to have this opportunity and can highly recommend it. Thanks Joanna 🛩️
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Enrique Aparicio from Spain wrote on 12 July 2024
¡Increíble!
No tengo palabras, White Island estaba espectacular (sin desmerecer a Tarawera), y George (creo que así se llamaba el piloto) fantástico.