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Volcanic Air Safaris Rotorua

Rotorua City Lakefront, Memorial Drive, Rotorua, New Zealand
64 7 348 9984
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Ranked #15 of 50 activities in Rotorua
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Bognor Regis, United Kingdom
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

The weather just about allowed us to have the flight, with the sun out on the island when we were flying over it. Angela, our pilot, kept us entertained in a very informative, expertly and friendly way which made the time fly past (excuse the pun). Flying out from Rotorua was a treat in looking at the ever changing landscape,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

We gave my parents for their wedding anniversary gift a scenic flight which we took on Mothers' Day - the weather was perfect and the trip was amazing. Dorienne in the office was very helpful and went out of her way to accommodate our group - thank you! Phil was our pilot and was very informative and gave us a... More

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Nambucca Heads, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Took a seaplane trip with Phil (great pilot) with Volcanic Air Safaries to Hidden valley & back - it was awesome! Next day we took the helicopter with Danielle (best pilot ever) out to White Island - it was awesome, awesome, awesome. The view from the chopper was magic & we had a gorgeous clear day & could see the... More

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Macclesfield, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

As said, we hadn't planned to do this! It was a beautiful day 28 Jan 2013, and we decided on the spur of the moment. We took the Floatplane tour 'Mt Tarawera/Waimangu volcanic valley. Angela our pilot was informative and generally made you feel she cared about what she did and the area itself. Would recommend.

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Gdynia, Poland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Excellent views we flown around Rotorua and Mt Tarawera. The pilot was very competent, and good guide. She give us good briefing about places we seen from the plane, some stories and background. For sure worth money you have to spent on. Although the plane was quite old- still in shape. Also - the big advantage is that you may... More

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Arnside
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

We were collected from our lakeside hotel by the float plane that then took us to White Island to view the volcano. Our pilot (Angela) was a local who had served with the NZ Airforce, so was both an excellent guide and very proficient pilot. We collected one other passenger from his lakeside hotel and then spent a most enjoyable... More

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Rotorua, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

Always my dream and I finally got to take the helicoptor flight to White Island (I dont do boats!). Our pilot was great - not only as a pilot but as a tour guide. She certainly knew her stuff about the volcanic activity and all the things you see on the island. On first landing I was thinking - wow... More

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Melbourne
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

Well worth the cost. A great way to view the overall volcanic geology and landscape, and get a thorough picture of the local environment. The pilot was great and staff was very friendly. Flying over Rotorua in a vintage De Havilland Otter seaplane was such a fantastic experience. The flight plan took in the main volcanic attractions, and gave everyone... More

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Montreal, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

Had an incredible journey to White Island Volcano. Our Pilot, Danielle, was very knowledgeable of the history of the island and the latest scientific information concerning the volcano and eh area. This is truly a must if you come to the Central North Island region. I loved it; can't wait to go again! Plus very easy to get to, you... More

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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

Wow, what fun! The take off and landing on the water was unlike anything else and our 30 minute tour around the Rotorua area was educational and beautiful. What a scenic experience, would love to try a helicopter trip one day.

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