White Island

Start your adventure with a flight capturing the breathtaking views of Mount Maunganui and its golden beaches expanding as far as the eye can see. Higher up, you'll be able to see White Island, Mount Ruapehu, the Rotorua Lakes, The Coromandel, and Mount Taranaki. The flight will last 20-25 minutes, so there is plenty of time to take it all in. Once at 12,000 or 15,000 feet in the sky, jump out of the plane on a tandem skydive, falling to the earth at over 200km/hour. After some time to feel the adrenaline as you freefall, enjoy a peaceful parachute ride back to base. Please let us know your preferred jump time, and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

Take to the skies to admire the marine volcano of White Island from above. Your friendly and professional crew will keep you thoroughly entertained throughout your experience. You’ll receive a flight and safety briefing before heading out onto the tarmac to your aircraft. Be sure to bring your camera, as everyone gets a window seat. Enjoy fantastic views as your enthusiastic pilot shares local insights. Fly over the township of Whakatane before heading offshore over Moutohora (Whale) Island, an extinct volcano that is now a wildlife refuge. Continue on to White Island, keeping a lookout for a bird's eye views of dolphins and large schools of fish. During several turns around the island, you’ll have the opportunity to see the volcano from all angles and shoot plenty of stunning photos. You’ll get closer each time and the pilot will dip the wing for uninterrupted views. Your pilot will give you tips for capturing the best photos and alert you when a good opportunity arises. Peer directly into the crater, smell volcanic gasses and admire incredible views of sulfur vents, bubbling mud, and acid lakes. Enjoy the most time above the crater out of any of the local flight operations before the scenic return flight to Whakatane airport.

Embark on an unforgettable aerial adventure over New Zealand’s most iconic volcanic landscapes. Fly around Whakaari/White Island, the country’s most active marine volcano, and marvel at the peaks and craters of the dormant Mount Tarawera. Experience the surreal beauty of Waimangu Volcanic Valley, known for its vibrant colors and otherworldly geothermal features. This scenic flight offers a once-in-a-lifetime perspective of New Zealand's unique volcanic wonders. Enhance your experience with the romance of a floatplane flight, taking off and landing on the serene waters of Lake Rotorua. From above, take in breathtaking views of Rotorua’s lakes district, with aerial views of 14 lakes, lush farmland, and the stunning coastline of the Bay of Plenty. The combination of scenic highlights and an exhilarating floatplane journey makes this tour unique. The adventure continues as you soar 48 km off the coast to Whakaari/White Island. For approximately 15 minutes, you'll circle the volcano, capturing incredible aerial views of the island’s crater lake and its dynamic volcanic activity. Your pilot will provide engaging commentary on the island’s history and geology while pointing out potential sightings of marine life, such as dolphins, whales, and schools of fish. Fly back across the Pacific Ocean to explore Mount Tarawera’s volcanic rift and the geothermal wonders of Waimangu Volcanic Valley before returning to Rotorua, enriched by an unforgettable journey.