Helicopter Flights - Helistar Taupo
from NZD$99.00
About
Description
Helistar Helicopters operate on demand scenic flights around the Taupo region, including the Tongariro World Heritage Park. They are located at their flight centre on Huka Falls Rd just five minutes drive north of Taupo.
Our professionally trained pilots specialise in high quality, informative scenic flights that are very personal and enjoyable. All passengers are supplied with headsets so that you can listen to the commentary and talk to the pilot during your flight – please don't hesitate to ask questions; we want you to have fun and discover what makes Taupo special.
Operated by Bruce and Nicole Lilburn, Helistar Helicopters is a family run business specialising in scenic flights and aerial work. Based by the iconic Huka Falls, we are also the proud owners of Hub Café and the iconic Mil-8 helicopter, a sure way to know that you’ve found us!
Huka by Helicopter - 10 minutes
A great introductory flight for those wanting to see Taupo's beauty from the air. Showcasing the famous Huka Falls we then fly over the Lake Taupo boat harbour where you can admire the crystal clear water of the Waikato River before returning to the Helistar Flight Centre via the thermal Wairakei Park - a great flight for kids! Combine with the Hukafalls Jet and do the Hukastar Combo
Taste of Taupo - 30 minutes
This is our most popular flight! We depart from our Helistar Flight Centre and head out over the famous Huka Falls, Craters of the Moon and the awesome Aratiatia Rapids. The flight also takes you over Mount Tauhara and includes a landing at Lake Rotokawa where you can get out and explore geothermal activity before heading back to the Helistar Flight Centre.
Heritage Trail - 45 minutes
This experience is well worth considering! You will begin your adventure over the Huka Falls and then a pass over the Craters of the Moon on your way to Lake Taupo’s Northern bays via the Maori Rock Carvings – a great photo opportunity. Fly inside the crater of Mount Tauhara before passing over the green waters of Lake Rotokawa where you will land and explore geothermal activity before heading back to the Helistar Flight Centre.
Mountain Magic - 90 minutes
A truly magical experience! This journey takes in Lake Taupo’s scenic spots on the way to Mount Ruapehu’s steaming Crater Lake, set amongst snow covered peaks. You will be able to photograph the stunning lava flows, glacial valleys and colourful volcanic formations that are only visible from the air. Enjoy an alpine landing in the Kaimanawa ranges before heading back up the shoreline of Lake Taupo on your way back to the Helistar Flight Centre.
The Voyage - 120 minutes
The epic choice. A non-stop adventure flying over snow covered mountains, crystal clear rivers and wild horses in the Tongariro World Heritage Park. We will land beside a secluded mountain stream so that you can get out and take a peek at some trout before taking off again to make the journey to Ngauruhoe (Mount Doom in the Lord of the Rings Trilogy) and the Tongariro World Heritage Park.
Trip Includes
- Scenic helicopter flight
- Informative commentary
Duration
- Allow 2-3 hours including travelling time to and from the helipad
Departures
- Morning and afternoon flights available
- Departs from the helipad on Huka Falls road (10mins drive from town)
Other Information
- Infants under 2 years travel for free
- Children price are from 3-14yrs
- All scenic flights require a minimum of 2 passengers to confirm the flight. If you are travelling on your own you can still book and we will endeavour to confirm the flight with other passengers