We fly south from Taupō across the volcanic plateau to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing — one of the world's great day walks, and even more spectacular from above. See the Emerald and Blue crater lakes, the lava flows and steaming vents of the Red Crater, and the near-perfect cone of Mt Ngauruhoe. The three volcanoes of Tongariro National Park — Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe and Tongariro — line up beneath you, a landscape forged by eruption and ice.
Highlights
- The Tongariro Alpine Crossing from the air
- Emerald and Blue crater lakes
- The perfect cone of Mt Ngauruhoe
- All three volcanoes of the national park
Keep exploring
Wairakei At a Glimpse
First time in a helicopter? This is the one — short enough to give you the buzz but long enough to enjoy what Taupō has to offer.
View flightHuka by Helicopter
Soar above Taupō's picturesque farmlands, lush landscapes, and geothermal power stations. Marvel at the Waikato River's powerful flow crashing into the pool below on a scenic helicopter ride.
View flightTaste of Taupō
Soar over the Huka Falls and the Waikato River on a scenic helicopter flight. Admire the Maori Rock Carvings from the air and see the Craters of the Moon.
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