About Volcanic Air
Volcanic Air is Rotorua's premier scenic flight operator, offering both helicopter and floatplane tours from their base on the Rotorua City Lakefront. Established in 1992, they carry over 10,000 passengers per year across the volcanic landscapes of the Bay of Plenty Region, operating Rotorua's only commercial floatplanes alongside a modern helicopter fleet.
Their tour menu covers everything from short scenic flights over the city and lake to full-day expeditions landing on White Island (Whakaari), Mount Tarawera, and remote geothermal valleys like Orakei Korako and Waimangu. Floatplane tours land directly on crater lakes inaccessible by road, while helicopter packages include volcano landings and guided geothermal walks. Group charters and private flights are available for special occasions.
What sets Volcanic Air apart is their dual aircraft fleet — the only operator in Rotorua offering both fixed-wing floatplanes and helicopters from a single lakefront base. Their proximity to downtown hotels means guests can walk to the departure point, and their decades of local knowledge ensure pilots deliver rich commentary on the volcanic geology and Maori history below.
