Passenger seats: 10
Crew: Two Pilots + Flight Attendant
Max cruise speed: 482 knots
Maximum range: 7408 Kilometers (4000 NM)
Amenities: Airshow 4000 Flight Deck Display System with World Wide Maps, Cabin Entertainment System, Galley with oven, refrigerator/freezer, hot and cold food and beverages, Krups Nespresso Coffee Maker, Electrical power outlets and Satellite telephone.
Luggage: 550 kgs or 1213 lbs
Note: The standard bag we recommend is 70cm (H)x54cm (W)x28cm (D) to a maximum weight of 23 kilos. Any carry on should be limited to 7 kilos.

A lightweight, twin engine helicopter known for its speed and elegant appearance. This luxury model with cream leather club seats, Bose noise-cancelling headsets, and air conditioning throughout, is very popular with our corporate VIP passengers. This aircraft carries up to seven passengers, with one or two crew members, and can be flown under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), which means it can fly at night and in most weather conditions.

Specifications:
- Engines: 2 x Pratt and Whitney PW207D
- Single pilot IFR
- 7 Passenger Seats
- Air conditioning
- Cruise speed: 155kts (290km/hr)
- Leather interior
- Bose active noise reduction headsets

The new BK 117 is one of the best helicopters for comfort and style. The air-conditioned cabin is appointed with leather seats, USB device charging points, and noise-cancelling Bose© headsets. Cabin seating is scalable and can be set up as a five-seat corporate VIP configuration with opposing seats, or an eight-seat forward facing configuration. An additional passenger can also sit in the front, next to the pilot, making a maximum total capacity of nine passengers. Optional two pilot crew is available.

The Bell 429 is a revolutionary new model for Bell helicopters. A twin-engine helicopter offering exceptional flight performance with a state-of-the-art full glass cockpit featuring single and dual pilot IFR capabilities. The cabin is exceptionally spacious with seating for seven passengers, or six passengers and a two pilot crew.

Eagle’s Nest is a world-class, architecturally designed retreat that commands a majestic position overlooking the spectacular Bay of Islands – hence its name. With five guest villas, each with a personal chef, this lodge is a must for the luxury traveller. To top it off, panoramic views of the Bay of Islands are out of this world.

Depart your Bay of Islands accommodation property or central Paihia for your 30 minute (approx) helicopter flight across to Omapere where you will be met by your Footprints Waipoua guide. Footprints is operated by local Maori on Northlands rugged West Coast. Let Kupe’s (NZ’s first discoverer) descendants take you on a guided walk of the largest kauri forest in the world and introduce you to their relationship with Mother Nature, both spiritually and culturally. A highlight of your experience with Footprints will be an introduction to Tane Mahuta – God of the Forest. (Forest Tour duration approx. 1.5 hours). From Omapere you continue to the Cape Reinga region via Northlands spectacular West Coast and of course the famous Ninety Mile Beach. Kauri Cliffs will prepare a snack pack lunch prior to your departure.

Nestled in the secluded Taharua Valley, Poronui boasts some of the world’s best wilderness experiences, breathtaking scenery, and genuinly warm hospitality. It is the attention to the little things that makes it truly memorable. To discriminating anglers, Poronui is an historic fly fishing lodge, where they fish for resident, wild, brown and rainbow trout in pristine waters.

Location: Taharua, Taupo
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The Lake Taupo region is a geothermal wonderland, home to boiling mud pools, steaming vents, beautifully colored volcanic rocks, and natural thermal pools. Your personal guide, his half-day tour, Bill Hird, will escort you around some of its must-see highlights - the Craters of the Moon, Orakei Korako, Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley, and the Wairakei Terraces.

Departing daily, the Scenic Cruise’s catamaran leaves from Taupo Boat Harbor for a tour of the lake’s best vantage points. You’ll enjoy cruising in comfort and style aboard a launch that offers fabulous views from both the top and bottom internal decks, and there are large outdoor decks to enjoy close-up views of the Maori Rock Carvings. Also included is a clay bird shooting off the boat and fly-fishing for brown and rainbow trout.

Join your guide John Panoho for a deep inside look into the history and culture of the Taupo region. Follow the paths of ancient ancestors through stunning landscapes as you explore the region. The tribal homelands of Ngati Tuwharetoa are full of historical landmarks – the legendary mountains of Tongariro National Park and Mt Tauhara, and the soul-stirring home of the Ka Mate haka on the shores of Lake Rotoaira. This is a true cultural experience not to be missed. 

Lifting off by helicopter from lakeside, you will enjoy panoramic views over the northern shores of Lake Taupo, towards the majestic volcanic mountains of the World Heritage designated Tongariro National Park. Form here your pilot will identify the southern most point of the famous ‘Pathway of Fire’, then head north via the mighty Huka Falls into the geothermal valley of Wai-OTapu, and onto Mt. Tarawera summit. Your destination is the ever-steaming White Island, out in the waters of the Bay of Plenty.

One of the most popular one day walks in New Zealand. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing track crosses stark and spectacular volcanic terrain. Among its highlights are steaming vents and hot springs, old lava flows, beautiful water-filled explosion craters and stunning views. On clear days you can see Mount Taranaki in the west, Mount Ngauruhoe, the Kaimanawa Ranges, Lake Taupo and beyond. This private guided tour is measured at 19.4km and is a steep challenging climb, but very rewarding. 

Black Barn Retreats offers 16 unique properties scattered throughout the Hawkes Bay region. The houses are all fully self-contained and exclusively yours during your stay. Each has its own character and their locations are varied, such as coastal, vineyard, riverside and rolling hill backdrops. Every property is luxuriously appointed to reflect its individual character – from an eight-bedroom luxury retreat, to an intimate two-bedroom cottage in the heart of a vineyard. Take your pick – Black Barn Retreats offers an array of unique experiences.

Since the Art Deco Trust began showing the city’s Art Deco treasures to tourists in 1985, thousands of people each year have experienced Napier’s fascinating heritage and have been captivated by the dramatic story of this city’s rebirth in the vibrant 1930s. In February 1931, Napier was levelled by earthquake and fire but was rebuilt in the depths of the Great Depression in just two years.  Nowhere else in the world can you see such a concentration of buildings in the styles of the 1930s: Art Deco, Spanish Mission and Stripped Classical. Whatever you choose, you’ll hear the story of the earthquake that devastated Napier in 1931 and be introduced to the Art Deco style and hear stories of the characters involved in rebuilding this city.

In the late 1800’s Eichardt’s Private Hotel was born as a result of a rich vein of gold, that drew many prospectors and opportunists from around the globe to the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Over 120 years on, and this iconic hotel still commands a majestic position, right on the shores of the lake, in the center of Queenstown. Expansive views over Lake Wakatipu, super king beds and personal living space featuring a fireplace and deluxe mini bar. The suites offer a dressing room and bathroom with generous bath and double vanity, separate shower, heated mirror and floor, along with an integrated entertainment system and business desk with complimentary WiFi. 

Explore and enjoy the rugged backcountry terrain at Walter Peak on our electric trail bikes. Board the historic TSS Earnslaw Vintage Steamship for a spectacular cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak. This unique experience is exciting and provides a fun, low impact activity in peaceful and stunning surroundings. Your guide will also update you on award-winning conservation efforts to remove the invasive wilding pine trees, replacing them with pockets of native plant and bush. Return back to the farm after riding the flat natural terraces overlooking the lake, soaking in the stunning alpine scenery.