Top Tongariro National Park How to Get Around

Simplify your day hike on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing with a handy one-way shuttle service. If you have your own vehicle, leave it at the end point of the hike, then be driven back to the starting point. There’s no need for a shuttle at the end of the day as you can just hop into your own car. This is a cost-effective alternative to a two-way transfer.

Trek across the stark volcanic terrain of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a 12.5-mile (20-kilometer) independent day hike through the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Tongariro National Park. This challenging day trek passes Mt. Tongariro, Emerald and Blue Lakes, Red Crater, and Te Maari Crater. An afternoon transfer back to the Ketetahi car park simplifies your day, and you also receive a map and information sheet so you can hike with confidence.

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour. Enjoy the action packed city of Taupo on this self-guided audio tour of the city. You will see how the stunning lake city of Taupo has gently transformed by taking you on a journey which will highlight its geothermal history and the massive lake on which it sits where water based and adrenaline activities keep many tourists busy.

Home to rugged peaks, deep crater lakes, and beautiful volcanic landscapes, the Tongariro National Park ranks among the North Island’s top natural attractions. On this evening tour, follow your guide along hiking trails to Taranaki Falls on Mt. Ruapehu and learn about Tongariro’s rich geology. As the sun sinks beneath the horizon, sip a refreshing drink and soak up spectacular views over the rugged volcanic scenery.