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2 Hour Mount Ruapehu Volcanic Scenic Flight from Tauranga

Name: 2 Hour Mount Ruapehu Volcanic Scenic Flight from Tauranga
Price: 1998.00 NZD
Availability: InStock

SDQ006

For 2 people

2 hours

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Tauranga

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2 Hour Mount Ruapehu Volcanic Scenic Flight from Tauranga

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2 Hour Mount Ruapehu Volcanic Scenic Flight from Tauranga

For 2 people

2 hours

SDQ006

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Tauranga

Overview

Highlights

Fly up to 10,000ft high towards Mount Ruapehu and its volcanic plateau
Pass the Tongariro Crossing and Mount Doom from The Lord of the Rings
Discover Rotorua Lakes, Lake Taupo, and Te Puke's orchards from above

Take off from Tauranga on a breathtaking two-hour scenic flight over the Central North Island. Soar above volcanic peaks, crater lakes, and iconic landscapes like Mount Ruapehu, Tongariro Crossing, and Mount Doom from The Lord of the Rings.

What's Included?

Two-hour scenic flight
Knowledgeable pilot and in-flight commentary

Set off from Tauranga Airport for an unforgettable two-hour flight over some of New Zealand's most diverse landscapes. As you lift off, take in panoramic views of Mount Maunganui and the Tauranga Harbour before gliding over the kiwifruit orchards of Te Puke. Your knowledgeable pilot will share fascinating commentary as you journey inland toward the geothermal wonderland of the Rotorua Lakes and Lake Taupo.

You'll fly up to 10,000 feet high to pass the majestic volcanic plateau, home to Mount Ruapehu, Mount Tongariro, and Mount Ngauruhoe, which is also known as Mount Doom from The Lord of the Rings. Marvel at the contrast of lakes, peaks, and ancient craters that define this incredible region. This spectacular flight captures the best of New Zealand's North Island, blending natural beauty and history into one extraordinary aerial adventure.