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Helistar Helicopters

We have designed five spectacular scenic flight routes to see the waterfalls, geothermal areas and volcanoes in the Lake Taupo region. Try the 'Taste of Taupo' flight - See the Huka Falls, Craters of the Moon, Thermal Alum Lakes, Mt. Tauhara and land at our exclusive geothermal area for a short guided walk. Have a go on the 'Heritage Trail' - A breathtaking flight to see everything the Lake Taupo area has to offer. Take off from Huka Falls to Craters of the Moon and Lake Taupo's Northern Bays. View the Maori Rock Carvings and fly through the Crater of Mount Tauhara. Cross Lake Rotokawas broading green waters before setting down into our geothermal area for a short guided walk. Experience 'Huka by Helicopter' - See the mighty Huka Falls and Lake Taupo, a live volcano who's climate changing eruptions are amongst the biggest in recent times. Our scenic flight takes you over steaming Craters of the Moon, hover near bubbling pools and steaming springs of Taupo's best kept geothermal secret, the Alum Lakes. Return over the borefield of Wairakei Geothermal Power Station. Experience the ultimate helicopter thrill combo, combine any of the scenic flights with a spin on the Huka Jet with the 'Huka Star' scenic tour. After your helicopter ride take a spin on the Huka Jet. Huka Jet offers a thrilling jetboat ride sliding inches from the cliffs to the mighty Huka Falls. Jetboating at it's best. Explore Lake Taupo in all its glory by a helicopter scenic flight and discover the secrets of the worlds largest volcano. View the Great Lake, its bays and volcanic formations before settling on a waterside ledge to indulge in a champagne picnic in the 'Lake Taupo Explorer'.

Pricing: Varied depending on the flight selected
Travel Time: 12 minutes drive.
Contact Details: Helistar Helicopters, Huka Falls Road, Taupo
PO Box 237, Taupo
Phone: +64 7 374 8405
Freephone: 0800 435 478
Fax: +64 7 374 8406
Email: bruce@helistar.co.nz
Website: www.helistar.co.nz


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