NPE → AKL

Hawke Bay Coastline

Aerial view of the sweeping curve of the bay and Westshore Beach immediately after takeoff from Napier.

Central Plateau Volcanoes

Distal views of Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe, and Mt Tongariro rising above the clouds to the southwest.

Lake Taupō

New Zealand's largest lake is visible during the cruise phase, showcasing its deep blue volcanic caldera.

Waikato Farmland

The patchwork quilt of lush green dairy pastures that define the rural heart of the North Island.

Manukau Harbour

Detailed views of the shallow tidal flats and iron-sand beaches as the aircraft aligns for the Auckland runway.

Napier Port and City

Excellent views of the Bluff Hill residential area and the busy shipping lanes of the Napier Port.

Kaweka Ranges

Rugged, forested mountain terrain that provides a dramatic backdrop during the initial climb out of Hawke's Bay.

Hauraki Gulf

On the descent into Auckland, look out for the distant silhouettes of the Coromandel Peninsula and Waiheke Island.

Auckland Skyline

Depending on the wind direction and approach path, the Sky Tower and CBD skyscrapers are often visible in the distance.

AKL Terminals

A close-up view of the international terminal gates and parked long-haul aircraft just before touchdown.