Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Fully Guided Option
Let our expert and knowledgable hiking guide reveal the secrets that make the Tongariro Alpine Crossing so popular. Tongariro Lodge guides are highly qualified and knowledgable. All have indepth local knowledge in respect to current track and weather conditions, the best scenic spots and recommending the very best experience for you. All guides have First Aid and safety qualifications.
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is known as New Zealand’s best one day walk, and each year, more than 100,000 people experience this spectacular trek.
Tongariro Lodge, National Park accommodation, is the ideal base to enjoy the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. The start of the crossing is a short 30 minute scenic drive away.
The Tongariro National Park is New Zealand’s oldest national park and a dual World Heritage area. This status recognizes the park’s important Maori culture and spiritual associations as well as its outstanding volcanic features.
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing track passes over varied and spectacular volcanic terrain. In the presence of active volcanoes you can experience some of the Tongariro National Park’s special gifts. A cold mountain spring, lava flows, an active crater, steam vents, emerald coloured lakes and magnificent views combine to make this a truly memorable experience.
This 7 to 8 hour day journey is a ‘must-experience’ while visiting Tongariro National Park.
Cost: $270.00 per person for 2 guests. Includes transfer from Tongariro Lodge and packed lunch.
Non Guided Option
A packed lunch and up to date weather and mountain condition reports are available daily at reception.
Transport Cost: $45 per person for return transfers from Tongariro Lodge.
Department of Conservation information about the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
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