Walk New Zealand's Tongariro Crossing
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Tour Overview
Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing on this this five-day adventure through New Zealand. Visit a local marae (Maori meeting house) for a powhiri (formal welcome), explore New Zealand’s oldest national park and UNESCO World Heritage site of Tongariro National Park, and relax in the Ohakune wood-fired hot tubs at the foothills of Mt Ruapehu. Learn about the Bridge to Nowhere, significance to World War I servicemen and their families on a short hike, catch the Sky Waka Gondola to the Whakapapa Ski fields for panoramic views and maybe see the Waitomo Caves passageways illuminated by thousands of glow worms in your free time.
Trip Code: PHXB
Start
Auckland
End
Auckland
Destination
New Zealand
Meals
4 breakfasts, 0 dinners
Transport
Walking, Private vehicle, Jet boat
Accommodation
Hotel (4 nights)
Days
5
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 14
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
4i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Hike the iconic Tongariro Alpine Crossing and see the volcanic peaks of Ngauruhoe, Tongariro and Ruapehu. You’ll be immersed in New Zealand’s natural forest scenery while you learn about the region’s rich history.
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Get a bird's eye view of Tongariro National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage site and New Zealand's oldest national park! Catch the Sky Waka Gondola (the country's longest gondola) to the Whakapapa Ski fields for epic views.
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Soak in the Ohakune wood-fired hot tubs at the foothills of Mt Ruapehu or take a short walk through mountain beaches and kaikawaka forest to Waitonga Falls during your free time.
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Journey along the beautiful Whanganui River on a jetboat. After, take a short hike to the Bridge to Nowhere and learn about the history of this region and its significance to World War I servicemen and their families.
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Stop in at Morero Marae on the way to Tongariro National Park. Visit the Maori meeting house in Taumarunui for a powhiri (formal welcome) and a korero (conversation), then set off on a short bushwalk with your local leader and learn more about the region.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
4 breakfasts, 0 dinners
Transport
Walking, Private vehicle, Jet boat
Accommodation
Hotel (4 nights)
Included activities
- Taumarunui - Morero Marae Visit
- Taumarunui - Bushwalk
- Tongariro National Park - Tongariro Alpine Crossing Hike
- Mt Ruapehu - Sky Waka Gondola Ride & Hike
- Mt Ruapehu - Taranaki Falls Hike
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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