Helicopter White Island / Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes'
Description
Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White Island before landing on the now dormant but extremely spectacular summit of Mount Tarawera. Both of these volcanoes are of significance, Whakaari more recently for the devastating 2019 eruption and Mount Tarawera for the much larger 1886 eruption considered to be the largest in New Zealand’s living memory. Different in the extreme, Whakaari is an active marine volcano and changes its activity on a daily basis while far inland Mount Tarawera stands impressively above its central North Island landscape. The mountains now dormant but no less impressive craters and domes are evidence of the massive eruption that shaped this area. Views from the Mountains summit are breathtaking, not only for the volcanoes deep craters but also for commanding vistas of the surrounding region.
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Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White Island before landing on the now dormant, but extremely spectacular summit, of Mount Tarawera. Both of these volcanoes are of significance, Whakaari more recently for the devastating 2019 eruption and Mount Tarawera for the much larger 1886 eruption, considered to be the largest in New Zealand’s living memory. Different in the extreme, Whakaari is an active marine volcano and changes its activity on a daily basis, meanwhile far inland Mount Tarawera stands impressively above its central North Island landscape. This mountain is now dormant but is no less impressive: Craters and domes are evidence of the massive eruption that shaped this area. Views from the mountain’s summit are breathtaking, not only for the volcano’s deep craters, but also for commanding vistas of the surrounding region.
Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and take in amazing aerial views of the island’s crater lake and ever changing volcanic activity.
Fly to the site of the largest eruption in New Zealand’s living memory. Landing on Mount Tarawera offers a privileged view of spectacular craters and domes formed by the 1886 eruption. Here you will enjoy an interesting commentary based on the region’s history, culture and geology.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to comfort and balance of the aircraft, the maximum per seat limit is 297 lbs (135 kg)
- Minimum of 2 adult fares is required for the tour to operate
Reviews(2)
Fabulous! Fabulous! Fabulous! One of the highlights of our 3.5 week New Zealand Adventure! Experienced the Volcanic Extremes helicopter excursion. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. They tried extra hard to get us in the air early so we could beat an approaching weather system. Pilot was super informative! Views were truly amazing. Visibility was awesome. Landed on Mt. Tarawera first which was exciting. Flew out to White Island which was remarkable. We had never seen an active volcano before. The story of this volcano and it's previous eruption is so interesting. Saw a pod of Dolphins on the way out also which was a super bonus! Highly, highly recommend this trip over such an incredibly diverse area!
Kia ora, Thanks so much for your five star review - we're glad that we could show you so much of what our beautiful region has to offer. We hope to see you again on your next trip to Aotearoa.
Awesome experience with a knowledgeable operator. Mt Tarawera and White Island are something you should experience, very impressive!!!
Kia Ora, Thank you for your five star review, there are few experiences in life like getting to fly around an active and a dormant volcano - we are so happy you enjoyed your trip!
