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Helicopter White Island / Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes'

Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White Island before landing on the now dormant but extremely spectacular summit of Mount Tarawera. …More

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Helicopter White Island / Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes'

Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White Island before landing on the now dormant but extremely spectacular summit of Mount Tarawera....

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$1,302
Mount Tarawera/Orakei Korako "Thermal Explorer" Dual Landing

Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular aerial views of our stunning crater lakes, the renowned Tarawera Falls …More

5.0 (9)

Mount Tarawera/Orakei Korako "Thermal Explorer" Dual Landing

Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular aerial views of our stunning crater lakes, the renowned Tarawera Falls...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
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$845
White Island & Mount Tarawera Floatplane Adventure

Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and enjoy amazing aerial views of the island's crater lake and ever-changing volcanic activity. …More

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White Island & Mount Tarawera Floatplane Adventure

Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and enjoy amazing aerial views of the island's crater lake and ever-changing volcanic activity....

1 hour 25 minutes Free Cancellation
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$699
Mount Tarawera Volcanic Adventure by Helicopter

By Helicopter , combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera (for an approximate 20 minute guided walk with your pilot) with a flight that …More

4.9 (12)

Mount Tarawera Volcanic Adventure by Helicopter

By Helicopter , combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera (for an approximate 20 minute guided walk with your pilot) with a flight that...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (12)
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$564
Mount Tarawera Orakei Korako Thermal Explorer

By Floatplane, from above Mount Tarawera impressive views include vast volcanic rifts, distant national parks and our treasured lakes. Flying south we gain an appreciation …More

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Mount Tarawera Orakei Korako Thermal Explorer

By Floatplane, from above Mount Tarawera impressive views include vast volcanic rifts, distant national parks and our treasured lakes. Flying south we gain an appreciation...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
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$486
Mt Tarawera Helicopter Tour with Volcano Landing

Follow the eruption trail of Mt. Tarawera on a helicopter tour that includes a landing on the volcano. Best viewed from the air, the rugged …More

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Mt Tarawera Helicopter Tour with Volcano Landing

Follow the eruption trail of Mt. Tarawera on a helicopter tour that includes a landing on the volcano. Best viewed from the air, the rugged...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (43)
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$383
Hike New Zealand's finest forest - Whirinaki forest

Let our guides show you hiking at its best and experience one of New Zealand's best one day walks. Whirinaki forest is an icon of …More

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Hike New Zealand's finest forest - Whirinaki forest

Let our guides show you hiking at its best and experience one of New Zealand's best one day walks. Whirinaki forest is an icon of...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$316
One Day Birding Adventure

As passionate conservationists we'll take you out of our way to discover birds you have never seen. A full day birding adventure checking out a …More

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One Day Birding Adventure

As passionate conservationists we'll take you out of our way to discover birds you have never seen. A full day birding adventure checking out a...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (9)
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$316
Mt. Tarawera Volcano Scenic Floatplane Tour from Rotorua

Fly high over breathtaking volcanic landscapes on an unforgettable 30-minute seaplane flight from Rotorua. See New Zealand's world-famous volcanic scenery as you fly over spectacular …More

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Mt. Tarawera Volcano Scenic Floatplane Tour from Rotorua

Fly high over breathtaking volcanic landscapes on an unforgettable 30-minute seaplane flight from Rotorua. See New Zealand's world-famous volcanic scenery as you fly over spectacular...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$224
Jetski Lake Rotoiti geothermal basin fast.

Explore geothermal lakes, hidden bays, and hot pools that can only be reached by water. These places hold cultural significance Ngāti Pikiao, and are rarely …More

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Jetski Lake Rotoiti geothermal basin fast.

Explore geothermal lakes, hidden bays, and hot pools that can only be reached by water. These places hold cultural significance Ngāti Pikiao, and are rarely...

30 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (5)
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$224
Private Waimangu Steaming Cliffs Kayak Tour

Lake Rotomahana is believed to be where the famous Pink and White terraces are buried and Waimangu Volcanic Valley is home to the world's youngest …More

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Private Waimangu Steaming Cliffs Kayak Tour

Lake Rotomahana is believed to be where the famous Pink and White terraces are buried and Waimangu Volcanic Valley is home to the world's youngest...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$213
Rotorua to Auckland Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Glow Worms

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay …More

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Rotorua to Auckland Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Glow Worms

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.4 (21)
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$190
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton

Setting out from Rotorua, your Hobbiton Movie Set Tour starts with a scenic drive across to Matamata where your local driver guide will provide informative …More

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Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton

Setting out from Rotorua, your Hobbiton Movie Set Tour starts with a scenic drive across to Matamata where your local driver guide will provide informative...

7 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (580)
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$187
Rotorua to Auckland 1-Way Transfer Via Taupo and Hamilton Gardens

This one-way small group tour from Rotorua to Auckland is a journey through New Zealand's stunning landscapes and geothermal wonders. Witness the Lady Knox Geyser …More

5.0 (4)

Rotorua to Auckland 1-Way Transfer Via Taupo and Hamilton Gardens

This one-way small group tour from Rotorua to Auckland is a journey through New Zealand's stunning landscapes and geothermal wonders. Witness the Lady Knox Geyser...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$175
Taupo Day Trip with Orakei Korako or Waiotapu from Rotorua

Choose between Waiotapu or Oarakei Korako geothermal areas for your first stop on this 7-hour day trip. Then see Huka Falls, Lake Taupo and the …More

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Taupo Day Trip with Orakei Korako or Waiotapu from Rotorua

Choose between Waiotapu or Oarakei Korako geothermal areas for your first stop on this 7-hour day trip. Then see Huka Falls, Lake Taupo and the...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (29)
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$164
Rotorua’s Ultimate Zipline: 6 ziplines, 400 m Tandem, Cliff Walk

The Ultimate is a step up from our Original Tour, offering a 3 hour adventure packed with thrills, ziplines, forest walks, and stunning views. Perfect …More

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Rotorua’s Ultimate Zipline: 6 ziplines, 400 m Tandem, Cliff Walk

The Ultimate is a step up from our Original Tour, offering a 3 hour adventure packed with thrills, ziplines, forest walks, and stunning views. Perfect...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$158
Whirinaki Forest Footsteps: Māori Guided Tour, Picnic & Transfer

An unforgettable adventure from start to finish! This guided Māori cultural walking tour through a stunning Jurassic podocarp rainforest was truly one-of-a-kind. The journey began …More

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Whirinaki Forest Footsteps: Māori Guided Tour, Picnic & Transfer

An unforgettable adventure from start to finish! This guided Māori cultural walking tour through a stunning Jurassic podocarp rainforest was truly one-of-a-kind. The journey began...

7 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (10)
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$156
15-Minute Crater Lakes Flight by Floatplane from Rotorua

Join us to view Rotorua beyond the crater rim. Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geothermal activity in this …More

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15-Minute Crater Lakes Flight by Floatplane from Rotorua

Join us to view Rotorua beyond the crater rim. Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geothermal activity in this...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (10)
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$153
Rotorua Canopy Tours: 2.5Hour Native Forest Zipline Adventure

Rotorua Canopy Tours is unlike any other zipline experience and it’s more than just epic ziplines! At the heart of it all, it’s about people. …More

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Rotorua Canopy Tours: 2.5Hour Native Forest Zipline Adventure

Rotorua Canopy Tours is unlike any other zipline experience and it’s more than just epic ziplines! At the heart of it all, it’s about people....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (4,641)
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$119
Drivers Obsession at Off Road NZ

Rugged and remote, the trail is full of unknowns with plenty of thrills along the way. With instruction from a professional guide, you can tackle …More

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Drivers Obsession at Off Road NZ

Rugged and remote, the trail is full of unknowns with plenty of thrills along the way. With instruction from a professional guide, you can tackle...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
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$113

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