Taupo’s Floatplane II

Taupo’s Floatplane offer a range of Taupo scenic flights over New Zealand’s World Heritage Tongariro National Park, Volcanic Plateau, Lake Taupo and White Island.

While experiencing the exhilarating sensation of taking off from and landing on water, enjoy vistas so breathtaking they will never be forgotten.

Taupo Scenic Flights Activity Options

Lakes of Rotorua

• Head North towards the lakes of Rotorua, overflying the Green and Blue Lakes, buried village and Lake Tarawera before climbing to the summit of Mount Tarawera viewing the massive fissure formed during the 1886 eruption. On the way home wonder at the sacred waters of Wai-O-Tapu and Orakei Korako geothermal areas. With the option of a landing to take a walk around the silica terraces, steaming geysers and boiling mud pools of Orakei Korako before continuing back to Taupo.

White Island

• Taupo’s Floatplane “White Island” scenic flight departs from the shores of Taupo flying over the Ohaaki Power Station to Mount Tarawera exploring the gash left by the eruption in 1886 killing 108 people. The flight then continues past Mt Edgecumbe over the coast of the Bay of Plenty region to New Zealand’s most active volcano – White Island. Returning via the lakes of Rotorua and its city. Fly over the hidden valley of Orakei Korako with the option of landing for a 1 hour walk through this geothermal paradise (extra $85 p.p.), before returning via the steamy “Craters of the Moon” geothermal area and Huka Falls to land along the Taupo Lakefront.

Flight and Dine

• Try something romantic….. Just for the two of you…..As the only passengers in the plane, you can snuggle up together while watching the sun set over beautiful Lake Taupo and Mt Tongariro. Upon your return from the 45 minute flight, a gift basket and bottle chilled champagne will be waiting for you to enjoy. Book this trip in advance as there are only two available each day and don’t forget to ask about the deluxe upgrade.

Other Information on Taupo Scenic Flights

• Taupo’s Floatplane’s aircraft and pilots are fully licensed by CAA under part 135.
• All our flights are subject to weather permitting
• Weight restrictions may apply
• Flight times are approximate and may vary

Departures

• On demand, weather and minimum numbers permitting

Duration

• Flights range from 10 minutes – 2 hours

Location

Taupo Boat Harbour, Ferry Road, Taupo, New Zealand.

Book Taupo Scenic Flights with Taupo’s Floatplane

You can book a Taupo scenic flight separately or as part of one of our New Zealand holiday packages. We bundle activities, accommodation, and transportation together for convenient, affordable New Zealand holidays.

Popular New Zealand holiday packages with a stay in Taupo include:

• 7 Day North Island Family Package
• 10 Day Loop the North Island Package
• 14 Day New Zealand Highlights Package
• 21 Day New Zealand Family Holiday Package

Contact New Zealand Travel Organiser today to plan your Taupo activities.