HIGHLIGHTS:

• Northern end of Lake Taupo
• Famous Maori Rock Carvings
• Mighty Huka Falls
• Craters of the Moon and Wairakei Geothermal
• 15 minute flight

DESCRIPTION:

Enjoy breath-taking views of Taupo and its two most inspirational scenic icons, the Huka Falls and Maori Rock Carvings. An aerial view is the only way to truly appreciate the majesty of these features one carved in time by nature the other by man in culture.

Flight also includes aerial views of Acacia Bay, Taupo Boat Harbour, Craters of the Moon and the Wairakei Geothermal Area.

From $195.00 per person (based on a minimum of two passengers travelling together)

​Flight duration is approximately 15 minutes.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Based on minimum two passengers travelling together
Your flight may be combined with other passengers
Passenger weight restrictions apply

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Wairakei Geothermal Park
• Craters of the Moon
• Huka Falls
• Maori Rock Carvings
• 30 minute flight

DESCRIPTION:

Combine the thrill of flying over Mt Tauhara with commanding views that abound from this imposing vantage point. On a clear day look south over New Zealand’s largest lake, Great Lake Taupo to the majestic volcanoes of our World Heritage Tongariro National Park and the remote alpine Kaimanawa Ranges. To the North, views extend as far as Mt Tarawera. Travel on over the powerful Huka Falls and Wairakei Geothermal fields. Get up close to the famous Maori Rock Carvings, a great photo opportunity, before returning over the crystal clear waters of Lake Taupo.

From $395.00 per person (based on a minimum of two passengers travelling together)

​Flight duration is approximately 30 minutes

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Based on minimum two passengers travelling.
Your flight may be combined with other passengers
Passenger weight restrictions apply.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Fly across the Tongariro Crossing
• Look back across National Park and Great Lake Taupo with uninterrupted views
• Allow 60 minutes

DESCRIPTION:

Fly to the summit craters of Mt Tongariro and Ngauruhoe. Enjoy spectacular views of the Tongariro Crossing, Emerald Lakes and thermal activity of the newly formed Te Maari Hot Springs. Return via the beautiful White Cliffs on the eastern side of Lake Taupo.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Based on minimum two passengers travelling.
Your flight may be combined with other passengers
Passenger weight restrictions apply.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Remote wilderness river bed or alpine landing
• Close up aerial views of the Tongariro National Park Volcanoes
• Crystal clear waters of the Rangitikei River
• Our pilots favourite flight!
• Allow 90 minutes for this experience, including approximately 70 minutes flight time.

DESCRIPTION:

OUR PILOTS FAVOURITE FLIGHT!

This tour combines some of the North Island’s most majestic volcanic alpine scenery with a remote landing in the Kaimanawa wilderness area. A truly amazing experience including up close aerial views of the Tongariro National Park and its volcanoes; Mt Ruapehu, Mt Tongariro and Mt Ngauruhoe. This spectacular part of the world is a UNESCO Dual World Heritage Area, recognised for its important Maori cultural and spiritual associations as well as its outstanding volcanic features.

Bring a camera to photograph Red Crater, Emerald Lakes, historic lava flows, inspiring glacial valleys and dramatic volcanic formations, some of which are only visible from the air. Continuing on, experience a remote wilderness landing to enjoy the beauty and solitude of the crystal clear alpine Rangitikei River; home to trophy-sized Rainbow trout.

Flights to and from this spectacular area take in breathtaking views of Lake Taupo and its surrounding environment.

Landing EXCLUSIVE to INFLITE.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Based on minimum two passengers travelling
Your flight may be combined with other passengers
Passenger weight restrictions apply
Please note that due to the unique alpine environment that we operate in, the flight path may differ from what is advertised. Your safety is of upmost importance.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Follow the fault line north to Mt Tarawera
• Thermal reserves; Wai-O-Tapu and Waimangu
• View the results of the 1886 explosive eruption
• See the Hidden Valley from above
• Fly over the mighty Huka Falls
• 45 minute flight

DESCRIPTION:

An aerial perspective – best seen from above!

Fly north along the volcanic fault line and Waikato River. Enjoy aerial views of the colourful thermal reserves, Wai-O-Tapu and Waimangu, before climbing higher above the summit of the sacred Mt Tarawera. Imposing views open up before you revealing the massive rift formed by the 1886 explosive eruption. Return to Taupo via the Hidden Valley, Wairakei geothermal bore fields and the world renowned Huka Falls.

From $695.00 per person (based on a minimum of two passengers travelling together)

​Flight duration approximately 45 minutes

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Based on minimum two passengers travelling.
Your flight may be combined with other passengers
Passenger weight restrictions apply

• Prices are per load and include: GST and return flight.

EUROCOPTER AS355 (SQUIRREL)

TAUPO BASED

• Three to five Passengers.
• No Bulky or framed packs
• Maximum load 550 kgs, with cargo pod installed

DESTINATION / HUT SITE

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• DOC Hunting Permits can be obtained online at: www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/hunting/permits-and-licences
• We are only permitted to land at huts or designated landing sites.
• Hut Tickets: All huts $ 5.00 /night/person. Boyd huts is $10/night/person
• Have your hut tickets and hunting/dog permits ready to show your pilot.
• We are not permitted to fly in chainsaws.
• Everything that goes in must come out.
• Huts must be left tidy, with dry firewood and free from all rubbish.
• Department of Conservation have increased their landing concession fees from $15 per person to $17.00 + GST per person per landing.