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Tours/Rotorua/Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane

Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane

5.0(7)Rotorua2 hours
TRIPADVISOR5.0(7)
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
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Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane
Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$333 / person
Location
Rotorua, New Zealand
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 7 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 15
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Within 24h
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Volcanic Air
Meeting point
You will find us in the heart of the Rotorua City Lakefront

Description

Join us to view Rotorua beyond the crater rim. Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geothermal activity. In this captivating overview of this stunning area and continue your experience on your floatplane scenic flight towards lake Rotoiti. Landing on the lake we’ll taxi to the pier where you disembark, your Eden awaiting. Only accessible by water, the hot pools are in a secluded bay on the shores of Lake Rotoiti. Seemingly disconnected from the world, this is where you’ll spend 90 minutes, with your only concerns being which pool to experience next. Take your time soaking, cool off in the lake, rest a bit on a lounger and repeat before returning to the Rotorua City Lakefront

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM
Next available
Mon, Oct 5
Adult (ages 12+)
$333
Child (ages 3–11)
$250
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.

Tour Options

Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane

What's included

Included
All Fees and Taxes

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum of 2 adult fares is required for the tour to operate

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Crater Lakes Scenic Flight with Natural Hot Pool Bathing by Floatplane lasts about 2 hours.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $333 per person for this Rotorua experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does this tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM.

How much does this tour cost for children?

Children aged 3–11 pay from $250, adults from $333. Infants go free.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is You will find us in the heart of the Rotorua City Lakefront. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.

Is this tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Volcanic Air.

Reviews(7)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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giselecdn
May 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful flights & hot springs adventure!

Excellent experience! We really enjoyed the flights & hot springs. Natasha in the office was very efficient & Josh is a very good pilot. Highly

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N3021DRjamies
January 29, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Can’t decide if the views or the hot pools were better ✨

My husband and I were in Rotorua for our honeymoon. The first day we had planned this tour, the weather was not cooperating. They worked with us to get us scheduled back another day so we didn’t have to miss out, and I’m glad they did. I’d never been in a seaplane so taking off and landing from water was a unique experience. The views on the flight make the cost worth every dollar. The lakes are so beautiful, the volcano is so cool, it’s all amazing and gives you a million photo opportunities. You can take as many photos/videos as you want. Then you land at the hot pools that are only accessible by water. Ourselves and one other couple (on the plane with us) were the only ones at the hot pools so we got them all to ourselves, it was really fun. There were various pools of different levels of hot to choose from. It was a little cool to get in the lake, but you can also jump in the lake if you want. There is a small shop where you can purchase food or snacks, we got some fries before we heading back, they were good and we got a ton for pretty cheap. There are bathrooms available, changing rooms, and a spot to rinse the hot pools water off. I can’t recall his name, but our pilot was excellent and very friendly, he made us feel at ease.

Operator response

Thank you for such an amazing review. I will pass this along to the pilots too!

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Z8205LZemmao
November 22, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Float plane experience

Wonderful trip with awesome views from the air! Steve was very knowledgeable and exuded experience piloting the plane. Throughly recommend the flight and hot pools experience.

Operator response

Kia Ora and thank you for taking the time to leave this feedback. I will pass your kind words along to Steve!

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Curious26533143639
October 13, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Add Flying Volcanic Air when visiting Rotorua to your iteniary

We were on tour with Travel Marvel. An enjoyable experience flying in a seaplane. The views were fantastic and the pilot just amazing

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so proud of our pilots and love the opportunity to show off this beautiful land!

5
56SarahP56
February 15, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Loved it!

What a total treat! We loved our trip with pilot Katie, she was so friendly and utterly professional, we felt so comfortable hopping in the plane under her control. Excellent trip, thoroughly recommend, the flight was so exciting and the hot pools were fab - hardly anyone was there and our two flight buddies were very friendly. The staff in the HQ were super friendly and helpful too, great company all round.

Operator response

So pleased to hear you had such a great trip - those hot pools are magical and we are very proud of our team in delivering safe, exceptional flights!

M
maderien78
December 10, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
A MUST DO in Rotorua!

Best staff ever! The floatplane flight I booked had to be cancelled due to the weather conditions but the crew suggested alternative solutions: helicopter flight or another floatplane flight in the afternoon. And that's what I did. It had been an incredible experience: the flight was smooth, the views amazing and the very friendly pilot gave us a lot of information during the flight. The price is also really reasonable. Highly recommended!

1 people found this helpful
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Stefan R
August 24, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience

We had the most amazing experience from start to finish! Katie our pilot was awesome and made the whole trip perfect. If you want an experience You won't forget you have to do this. Soaking in the hot pools for 90min while our pilot and plane waited for us was like being in the rich and famous lol without the price tag. DO THIS EXPERIENCE YOU WONT REGRET IT!.

Operator response

Hi Stefan, We are so happy this trip worked out so well as a celebration of you both! Thank you for your booking, Story

$333/ person
5.0(7)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEN
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