Whakaari – White Island (from Rotorua)

Whakaari – White Island (from Rotorua)
From NZD $1,250.00
  • Duration: 3 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Rotorua

Situated 150km from Rotorua, Whakaari – White Island is the cultural icon of the Te Waka a Toi (Bay of Plenty) iwi or Maori people.

Known as Te Mareikura (nobly born female), this majestic and captivating attraction is deeply respected by the local people with a rich cultural history. This is an experience that is authentic, nature based and underpinned by Māori culture and history.

Your guide will teach you Māori greetings and share the powerful story of this cultural icon in a natural setting like no other from our modern aircraft. Your safety and comfort together with our Māori values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga is at the core of what we do. Enroute to Whakaari the Rotorua lakes, Mokoia Island, Tarawera and Putauake mountains are the narrative or korero and introduction to Whakaari-White Island.

Welcome to Whakaari – White Island, the Mareikura!

* Please bring your camera, light clothing and best smile.  Unique in flight kai is complimentary.

Departures from Rotorua airport, are subject to weather and availabilty.  This is a very popular taonga/treasure experience.