White Island Flights
White Island Flights
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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For a truly unique adventure the destination must be Whakaari (White Island), one of the world's few accessible live volcanoes. Located 48 kilometres off the shores of Whakatane in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, it's accessible with a scenic flight with White Island Flights. Book a White Island Flight today, and see a view of the island that can only be seen from above.
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BZONCE
Auckland, New Zealand985 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
It’s in the title... WOW what an amazing experience flying over White Island was, I would recommend doing this at least once in your life and the staff at White Island Flights were lovely via email and in person.
Little shout out to our amazing pilot Mark, you made our flight extra special with the knowledge you have and kindness you showed. Thank you Mark.
I had booked this flight as a surprise for my partner for our anniversary before the sad events that occurred there (RIL to those that lost their lives and condolences to the families) so I was unsure if I wanted to go ahead at first but I am glad I still went ahead as I don’t think I will ever see anything like it again. Everything has a risk when it comes to Mother Nature but I do want to say that everything was checked and explained to us before flying over so I felt safe (and nervous).
Highly recommend you put this on your bucket list!!
Little shout out to our amazing pilot Mark, you made our flight extra special with the knowledge you have and kindness you showed. Thank you Mark.
I had booked this flight as a surprise for my partner for our anniversary before the sad events that occurred there (RIL to those that lost their lives and condolences to the families) so I was unsure if I wanted to go ahead at first but I am glad I still went ahead as I don’t think I will ever see anything like it again. Everything has a risk when it comes to Mother Nature but I do want to say that everything was checked and explained to us before flying over so I felt safe (and nervous).
Highly recommend you put this on your bucket list!!
Written 11 February 2020
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AnnaNZPorirua
Porirua, New Zealand189 contributions
Oct 2020 • Family
Today I got to see one of my bucket list goals achieved. As a young geology student 30yrs ago I had to give an oral presentation on the geology of White Island while standing atop Mt Tarawera. Over the years the weather has thwarted my landing on Whakaari and more recently the eruptions on Whakaari have halted all landing parties. Today I got to see her in the air... it was magic! We took our 11 and 9yr old daughters as well and they were mesmerised. Truly an amazing trip out to Whakaari.... just wonderful. Couldn't recommend this company and staff more highly!!
Written 2 October 2020
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Maps63900172437
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Couples
Amazing experience, it was a fun and comfortable flight out to white island with Joanna and Holly , we loved every second of it!. We would highly recommend white island flights, great service an unforgettable experience, hope to be back in the near future.
All the very best,
Jade and Zain.
All the very best,
Jade and Zain.
Written 13 July 2023
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Thomas L
Whakatāne, New Zealand14 contributions
Feb 2021 • Solo
This trip was amazing start to end and it was a very cool way to experience Whakaari. Jo, thank you for helping my Grandfather and allowing him to take his time getting in and out of the plane. You made this an experience that he will talk about and remember for years :)
I'm looking forward to some kayaking now.
Many thanks,
Thomas
I'm looking forward to some kayaking now.
Many thanks,
Thomas
Written 18 February 2021
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TraceyC62
Burpengary, Australia165 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
We've done many scenic flights before, but this one was one of the best. We did the 90 minute flight over White Island and Mt. Tarawera and Joanna was very informative and made sure everyone on the flight got exceptional views by doing many flyovers. Would definitely recommend doing a trip with them.
Written 13 May 2023
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Anne W
11 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
The flight over White Island was everything I had hoped for. Graham was very informative with all the explanations he gave us re the volcano, recent eruption in 20219, the mining history and flora and fauna that survived the eruption. Graham did many fly overs of the island so everyone on board was able to get some good photos. He also gave us the opportunity when we took off to get some lovely photos of Whakatane and Ohope Beach and coming back we were able to get some photos of Whale Island. All in all a good hour flight.
Written 10 November 2023
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Global749138
6 contributions
May 2020 • Family
We took our two children aged 8 and 10 on this scenic flight today. The experience was fantastic and thoroughly enjoyed by us parents too. The pilot Jo was very professional and welcoming.
The white island volcano is a majestic site, has been here for 1000’s of years, our children are fascinated by Volcanoes, so we decided to go ahead, with a respectful thought for those who lost their lives on the volcanic island, recently and in the early 1900’s.
I think it is important that we support our local business's especially after the covid-19 pandemic. If we don’t use these services they won’t exist.
The white island volcano is a majestic site, has been here for 1000’s of years, our children are fascinated by Volcanoes, so we decided to go ahead, with a respectful thought for those who lost their lives on the volcanic island, recently and in the early 1900’s.
I think it is important that we support our local business's especially after the covid-19 pandemic. If we don’t use these services they won’t exist.
Written 17 May 2020
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quiller003
Shrewsbury, UK284 contributions
Dec 2024 • Solo
the trip was awesome. Our pilot, Marcus, flew over both White Island and nearby Whale Island, circling so passngers on bot sides of the plane could get a good view. The weather was perfect and we could see the steam rising from vents in te crater - amazing!
Written 19 December 2024
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Suerob77
Shrewsbury, UK11 contributions
Feb 2023
We did the Mt. Tararwera and White Island Trip and were so glad that we did both as it was fasinating.
Jo, our pilot, was superb. There was a nervous flyer on the trip and Jo went out of her way to explain every bump. I'm a frequent flyer but found the explanations really interesting.
Seeing both Mt. Tarawera and White Island from above was amazing.
I definitely recommend this trip.
Jo, our pilot, was superb. There was a nervous flyer on the trip and Jo went out of her way to explain every bump. I'm a frequent flyer but found the explanations really interesting.
Seeing both Mt. Tarawera and White Island from above was amazing.
I definitely recommend this trip.
Written 6 March 2023
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Sandra S
Glenwood, Australia7 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
George is a fantastic pilot and looked after my elderly parents really well. They did the grand tour of white island, Taupo, Ruapehu/tongariro area. They raved about it for days! Highly recommend this tour.
Written 27 December 2022
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Hi I was wondering what is the difference between your flight and the one posted on bookme with a 20% discount
Thank you
Written 15 October 2019
Sorry not sure but this one was fantastic.
Written 12 November 2019
I would like to inquire if you have off-season rates for 4 people on or after May 7, 2018 for the Volcanic Double and/or White Island tours, departing from Whakatane and from Tauranga. We are staying at Mount Maunganui but we could certainly drive to Whakatane. I saw a review that indicated that the off season fare was about half the posted price. Please let me know prices for next May.
Thank you,
Sherry
Written 25 September 2017
Hello Sherry, thanks for contacting us. Yes we do have discounts for groups. You would need to email us or call for your pricing. You will find the contact details on the bottom of our home page on the web site. Trip Adviser won't let me put them here. The best price is for you to drive down to Whakatane if you have the time. Talk soon. WIF.
Written 25 September 2017
ckandlr
Tauranga, New Zealand
i would like a price for four adults for a flight to white is and an on island tour from whakatane
Written 6 August 2017
H,i really sorry but we just offer a 1 hour scenic flights over White Island. For a tour on the island please contact White Island Tours 0800 733 529 or Frontier Helicopters 0800 804 354
Many Thanks
George
White Island Flights
Written 7 August 2017
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