Highlights
- 15 minute helicopter ride Taupo
- Most popular helicopter flight in Taupo!
- Views of Huka Falls, Waikato River & Maori Rock Carvings
- All ages welcome!
Description
Experience a tantalizing teaser of Taupo's beauty on the 15 minute Taste of Taupo helicopter flight with Heli Adventure Flights. This thrilling aerial adventure is designed to leave you in awe of Taupo's dramatic landscapes, and wanting more! Best of all, Taupo helicopter tours are suitable for the whole family - no minimum age!
From the air, see the magnificent mountains, sparkling lakes and majestic waterfalls of the Taupo region of New Zealand. Scenic helicopter flights leave daily from the Heli Adventure Flights base, which is located just seven minutes north of Taupo on Huka Falls Rd. When you see Heli Adventure Flights Hub Café and the iconic Mil-8 helicopter, you know you are there.
A fleet of professional qualified pilots are there to ensure you have a memorable and enjoyable flight. Every flight is highly informative and passengers are provided with headsets, enabling them to listen to the pilot's knowledgeable commentary (as well as ask questions) during the trip.
Taste of Taupo - 15 minutes
The most popular scenic flight option begins with a flight over Huka Falls before heading up the Waikato River over Taupo Boat Harbour and south to the impressive Maori Rock Carvings. Fly back over some of Lake Taupo's secluded bays and marvel at the geothermal activity as you pass over the Craters of the Moon thermal area before landing back at base.
Heli Adventure Flights offer a variety of flight options and with each, you are guaranteed a personalised service so you will land with a smile on your face.
For a shorter helicopter flight with great views of Huka Falls, check out the 9 minute Huka by Helicopter flight. For a longer Taupo helicopter tour, check out the 30 minute Taupo's Best flight, the 50 minute Tongariro Crossing flight or 90 minute Mountain Magic flight.
Trip Includes
- 15 minute scenic helicopter flight
- Informative commentary
Duration
- Allow 45 minutes (15 minute helicopter flight)
Departures
- Every 30 minutes between 9:15am - 4:15pm
- Departs from the helipad at 415 Huka Falls road (10mins drive from town)
- Operates daily all year
Other Information
- Infants under 2 years travel for free
- All scenic flights require a minimum of 2 passengers to confirm the flight. If you are travelling on your own you can still book & we will endeavour to confirm the flight with other passengers
Normal Retail Price
- Taste of Taupo (per person): NZD$239.00
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Hey Brian,
Thanks so much for your question! Helicopter Flights with Heli Adventure Flights operator all year round but flights may be cancelled due to bad weather on the day of the flight. The helicopter can fit 3 passengers per flight and we need a minimum of 2 people to confirm the trip so you should be all good to go! If you can get in touch with us we would be more than happy to help you get that flight secured - [email protected].
Cheers
Comment by: Everything Travel Group on 2nd Aug 23 at 11:13