Mount Tarawera

Sight New Zealand’s most famous volcanoes, White Island and Mount Tarawera, from a helicopter and trek to the peak on the Volcanic Helicopter Tour!

Witness the active crater of White Island on a comfortable flight and the dormant Mount Tarawera with its post-eruption geothermal landscape.

Examine the diverse geography of the region, including its lakes, Waimangu Volcanic Valley, forests, farmlands, and more.

Follow the guide up to the summit on a 20-minute walking tour and revel in breathtaking views.

Fun Fact: Mount Tarawera is considered by the Ngati Rangitihi Māori tribe. The ‘Pink and White’ Terraces were famously known as the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’, until the eruption.

Embark on a scenic floatplane tour of Rotorua’s thermal reserves and the central volcano Mount Tarawera’s summit on the 30-minute Eruption Trail Tour.

Fly 3680 feet above and observe the 8 km-long volcano rift along the Mount Tarawera summit.

Marvel at the aerial views of the Waimangu Thermal Valley and its vibrant Inferno Crater and Frying Pan Lake.

While landing on Rotorua Lake, soak in the views of the dormant volcano, craters, lakes, and sizzling pools at Whakarewarewa thermal reserve.

Fun Fact: Waimangu is the sole geothermal system in New Zealand that has all surface features present on a single geological structure.

Experience the thrill of a floatplane take-off from the city lakefront pier, offering unparalleled views of Mokoia Island and the hidden Lakes District.

Soar above the majestic 3,680ft Mount Tarawera, witnessing cavernous craters left from the largest eruption in New Zealand's living memory in 1886.

After the flight, land on the Waikato River and embark on a ferry to the hidden valley of Orakei Korako.

Enjoy a 60 to 90-min walking tour guided by an experienced pilot, exploring geysers, hot springs, and the geothermal beauty.

Fun Fact: The 1886 eruption at Mount Tarawera devastated the famous Pink and White Terraces, once regarded as the eighth wonder of the world.

Marvel at geothermal wonders on a helicopter ride over Whakarewarewa Valley and trek to Mount Tarawera’s peak with a guide on the Volcanic Adventure.

Relish aerial views of geysers, steaming cliffs, crater lakes, and Tarawera Falls at Waimangu and Wai-O-Tapu from a chopper.

Land on Mount Tarawera and enjoy a 15-20 minute guided walk to the summit, surrounded by the site of the largest recorded eruption in New Zealand.

Discover the geothermal valley's history, geography, and culture with fascinating commentary from the guide.

Fun Fact: Māori lure says that the Goddesses of Fire Te Hoata and Te Pupu created the volcanos, hot springs, and geysers on their path through Whakarewarewa Valley.

Revel in Rotorua’s landscapes sky-high, see White Island, volcanoes like Mount Tarawera, and land on a lake on the Volcanic Airplane Tour.

Board a floatplane and witness New Zealand’s most active cone volcano, White Island, sail over the Pacific Ocean and view Mount Tarawera.

Feast your sights on contrasting natural sceneries and coastlines in Rotorua, covering all the highlights in just 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Fun Fact: White Island or ‘Whakaari’ is one of the most active volcanoes on Earth and is still changing its shape due to ongoing eruptions!

Take a scenic flight over Rotorua’s highlights, land on Mount Tarawera, and explore the summit on a guided trek with the Volcanic Helicopter Tour.

Soar over New Zealand’s landscapes on a 40-minute helicopter ride and discover its history, geography, and culture with insights from the guide.

Land on the dormant Mount Tarawera and walk up to the summit to see its impressive crater and surrounding panoramas.

Return to Rotorua and marvel at the luscious national parks, the Lakes District, and more.

Fun Fact: Mount Tarawera’s explosion in 1886 left the ‘Pink and White Terraces’ destroyed, or did it? Now, recent investigations suggest that the stunning terraces may be buried under a nearby lake.