Helicopter Flights
Scenic Flights
On demand scenic flights operate daily around the Taupo region including the Tongariro World Heritage Park.
Flight | Time (approx) |
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Huka By Helicopter | 10 minutes. |
Taste of Taupo | 30 minutes. |
Heritage Trail | 45 minutes. |
Mountain Magic | 90 minutes. |
The Voyage | 120 minutes. |
Combos
Nothing is impossible in a helicopter – let your imagination take you wherever you want to go and if not, here are some ideas:
4Play

Four hours jammed full of adventure! 4Play is the ultimate adventure combo.
The Hukastar Experience

A totally exhilarating helicopter/jet boat combo.
Apocalypse Paintball

What happens if you take a helicopter and a bunch of lunatics with paintball guns and put them together? A lot of fun.
Food & Wine
Combine the exhilaration of a helicopter flight with fine wine in a spectaular setting: Food and Wine
- Omori Estate is located in an idyllic setting in the south-west corner of Lake Taupo, close to the Kuratau River.
- Poronui Ranch is a rustic yet exclusive lodge, nestled in a secluded mountain valley just a fifteen minute helicopter flight from Taupo.
- Huka Falls Lunchtime Escape Start with wine tasting in the cellar, followed by a scrumptious three course lunch and a glass of wine.
- Discover the Magic of Oreti with a Helistar Helicopters Heli-Dine package – an experience that you will never forget! Absorb the magnificent sweeping views of Lake Taupo as your backdrop, savour the taste of REAL food and enjoy the ambience!
Motorsport
Formula Challenge
In conjunction with Formula Challenge

- The Fast and the Furious
- Heli-Hot Laps
- Track vs Trail
- The Ultimate Days of Thunder - His and Hers Package
Rally New Zealand
Full day helicopter usage following the rally - Overnight accommodation at Raglan, and return transfers the following morning. Read more...
Heli-Fishing
Your access to the ultimate fly fishing adventure. The central North Island has outstanding wilderness rivers offering true trophy fishing in some of the best pristine New Zealand wilderness areas. Read more...
Weddings
Imagine the feeling of being flown exclusively into your wedding location by the team at Helistar Helicopters. Yes...you can sit back and enjoy the breath taking views while we chauffeur you in style! Read more...
Golf
Combine the magic of a scenic flight with golf at one of the North Island's premier courses: