Mount Tarawera Guided Tour by Helicopter with Volcanic Walk from Rotorua
Mount Tarawera Guided Tour by Helicopter with Volcanic Walk from Rotorua
Duration: 40 min
40 min
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Experience an exciting adventure with the Mount Tarawera Guided Tour by Helicopter, offering aerial sightseeing over Rotorua's geothermal wonders. Soar above New Zealand’s fascinating landscapes to witness the massive volcano and its steamy surroundings from a unique vantage point high in the sky. The helicopter ride takes you past stunning national parks and the picturesque Lakes District, showcasing impressive volcanoes along with craters, geysers, and hot springs at Waimangu against lush forests.
Experience an exciting adventure with the Mount Tarawera Guided Tour by Helicopter, offering aerial sightseeing over Rotorua's geothermal wonders. Soar above New Zealand’s fascinating landscapes to witness the massive volcano and its steamy surroundings from a unique vantage point high in the sky. The helicopter ride takes you past stunning national parks and the picturesque Lakes District, showcasing impressive volcanoes along with craters, geysers, and hot springs at Waimangu against lush forests.
During your Volcanic Helicopter Tour on Mount Tarawera, you'll land on this dormant volcano to start an engaging guided hike up its crater-filled summit.
Learn about New Zealand's long history, geography, and culture during a 40-minute helicopter ride over the stunning landscapes of Rotorua’s Lakes District.
After your stunning aerial tour ends with a landing at Mount Tarawera, ascend to enjoy spectacular views from the mountain's crater-laden summit on an engaging walk up.
Upon returning from your Helicopter Ride Over Geothermal Reserves in New Zealand, explore more attractions and lush national parks within Rotorua’s scenic Lakes District.
A fascinating piece of history: The 1886 eruption of Mount Tarawera is believed to have destroyed the ‘Pink and White Terraces,’ with recent investigations suggesting they may be hidden under a nearby lake.
Admission includes your 40-minute guided tour.
Access is provided for an aerial sightseeing experience over the Waimangu geothermal reserve via helicopter ride.
Entry covers a guided walk to Mount Tarawera’s summit.
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Visitors walking on Mount Tarawera with a helicopter in the background, New Zealand.
Your Experience
The Volcanic Helicopter Tour offers an exhilarating adventure as you fly above New Zealand's fascinating geothermal areas. Securely buckled in, prepare for a thrilling ride that reveals the massive Mount Tarawera and its surrounding steamy vistas from great heights.
Helicopter Ride Over Geothermal Reserves
This tour provides an aerial view over Rotorua’s stunning national parks and the Lakes District to explore remarkable volcanoes. Keep your eyes open for craters, geysers, and hot springs at Waimangu while lush forests contrast with urban landscapes below. The guide shares engaging commentary that delves into the region's long history, tribal culture, and distinctive geography.
Walking Tour Up Mount Tarawera
Your adventure extends as you reach Mount Tarawera to absorb its magnificent surroundings. Guided to the summit, explore the volcano’s expansive crater with a highlight being sliding down scree—a path of broken rock fragments along cliffsides. Enjoy panoramic views of volcanic landscapes bordered by crater lakes before heading back to your helicopter for an aerial return over Rotorua.
Aerial view of Rotorua's geothermal landscape near Mount Tarawera, New Zealand.
Mount Tarawera aerial view with lush forests and lakes, New Zealand helicopter tour.
Visitors walking on Mount Tarawera with a helicopter in the background, New Zealand.
Aerial view of Rotorua's geothermal landscape near Mount Tarawera, New Zealand.
Mount Tarawera aerial view with lush forests and lakes, New Zealand helicopter tour.
Helicopter flying over Mount Tarawera's volcanic landscape, showcasing rugged terrain and crater views.
This 4-hour guided tour in New Zealand offers stunning views from a helicopter flight over Rotorua's highlights, culminating with an invigorating hike to Mount Tarawera’s summit. Covering roughly 150 kilometers, the excursion includes stops at Lake Tarawera and Waimangu Volcanic Valley within lush national parks. The English tour also provides audio guides in Mandarin and Japanese for a more inclusive experience. Suitable for all ages but ideal for those comfortable with moderate walking distances, it explores Rotorua's scenic lakes, forests, and volcanic landscapes.
Explore the Unique Features of Waimangu Volcanic Valley
The tour includes an exploration stop at Waimangu Volcanic Valley, home to Earth’s youngest geothermal system. Formed in 1904 following the catastrophic Tarawera eruption of 1886, this expansive valley covers over 250 acres and features remarkable natural phenomena such as Frying Pan Lake—the world's largest hot spring lake spanning approximately 3 hectares—and Inferno Crater Lake with its vibrant color shifts. Visitors spend about an hour discovering these intriguing features while gaining historical insights from expert guides on the valley’s creation and importance, offering vital understanding of volcanic activity and ecosystem impacts.
Tour Highlights
Experience a scenic helicopter flight over Rotorua landmarks followed by a 40-minute aerial journey with stunning panoramic views. The tour provides audio guides in multiple languages including English, Mandarin, Japanese, among others for an enriching experience. Participants will head to a guided trek to Mount Tarawera’s summit to witness crater vistas, explore Waimangu Volcanic Valley's geothermal wonders, stroll along Lake Tarawera, and venture into Rotorua National Park’s verdant forests and trails. Conveniently arranged with transportation from central Rotorua included.
Perfect for nature enthusiasts, thrill-seekers, and history buffs, this guided adventure offers a complete exploration of New Zealand's natural marvels through both aerial perspectives and ground-level experiences. Within the 4-hour duration, you'll soar above Lake Tarawera, ascend Mount Tarawera’s peak, and explore Waimangu Volcanic Valley’s excellent geothermal features, gaining unique insights into volcanic history while savoring its stunning landscapes.
Tips for Visitors
- Book your helicopter tour and guided hike at least a day in advance during peak season to ensure availability.
- If you plan on exploring more of Rotorua's attractions after the tour, start with Mount Tarawera as it is farther away from other sites.
Helicopter landing on Mount Tarawera crater with tourists exploring volcanic landscape.
Helicopter landing on Mount Tarawera with tourists overlooking a scenic lake view.
Helicopter flying over Mount Tarawera's volcanic landscape, showcasing rugged terrain and crater views.
Helicopter landing on Mount Tarawera crater with tourists exploring volcanic landscape.
Helicopter landing on Mount Tarawera with tourists overlooking a scenic lake view.
To ensure availability during peak season, book your spot at least a day in advance as this tour is popular among visitors.
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